I have been a customer at Salina's on and off for about four years, mainly because of repeated issues with poor customer service. I actually stopped going for a full year. Recently, my best friend encouraged me to give them another chance, as she is still a regular customer. I had just taken on a new role in my profession and wanted my nails done for an important day. My friend even spoke with the owner beforehand to explain how meaningful the appointment was. I was scheduled for an 11:30 a.m. soak-off and a 12:00 p.m. full set. I arrived on time and waited. Around 12:10, the nail tech finally sat with me, looked at my nails, and said, "Your nails are not off." I told her I had confirmed the appointment with the owner and that the soak-off was supposed to be included. She began using the drill to remove the nails, and the heat became painful. I asked her to stop. She then told me she didn't have time to do my nails, spoke in her language, and walked away. I asked the owner what was happening, and she simply told me to make another appointment because she had other people to take care of. After years of trying to give this salon chances, this experience was extremely disrespectful and unprofessional--especially on a day that was so important to me. I will not be returning, and I hope they take customer service more seriously moving forward. read more

my nails are crooked, the original price that I was supposed to pay $45 and they charge me 55 for " getting them filed" and " getting gel polish" for a gel refill. Very disappointed in their customer service. read more

I've been coming to Nails by Salina for about a year now and every time I go they do an amazing job. Anita, the nail tech I always go to at this salon, always gives me exactly what I ask for and she always gives me a good laugh while I'm there as well. I'm never disappointed when I leave the salon and I always recommend Nails by Salina to my family and friends. read more

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I will never step foot into any nail salon besides Nails by Salina, have been going here 3 years now and this is the only place who has ever done my toes/nails the way I like them. I always go to Anita she's amazing, so is Salina and all of the other staff! Highly recommended always!!! read more

Nails by Salina - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

Literally the best salon in the area!!! They are always so welcoming and do such a great job each time. I've been going here for years and have never left unsatisfied with their work. Whether if it's a simple neutral nail or a design, i love them every time!! read more

Nails by Salina - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

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DO NOT GO HERE! Literally the WORST EXPERIENCE EVER! I went and the owner did my nails... I got my toes and my nails done. She told me to do dip nails I let her do them. A weak letter they fell off and my nails were ruined!!! It will take at least 6 months to heal. I am so upset! DO NOT GO HERE! This is after 1 week with their nails on my hands.... Also my toe got infected... dirty nasty place. read more

Nails by Salina - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

I had a horrible time here. First of all the salon is not sanitary. There is filth everywhere. I felt like the products used on me were not clean. I have never had such a dirty experience. I knew I was never going to come back because of the lack of cleanliness. Then my nails looked horrible. I had to ask her to cut my cuticles she said it was not standard service for a gel manicure (???). My gel manicure was thick and uneven. It chipped 3 days later. I called asking for a refund because I was disappointed with my service. She denied my refund stating she (the owner) would fix them because she knows better. Why hire people if they cannot perform at the quality you can perform??? I did not even go get my nails and toes redone. It was money down the drain. As a grad student working full time that really is not something I can afford to do. DO NOT GO HERE!!!!! read more

The salon had 3 employees in it and 2 customers and they rushed me to pick a color. The lady was waiting over my shoulder screaming when you pick color. I would have rather had them say they were too busy to take me than rush me. When I got my pedicure they did my nails in the chair which I don't like. It was very uncomfortable. Also not a clean salon. The pedicure was great but the service was rushed and they were not friendly, it was very clear they were only looking to get me in and out of there as fast as possible. Nail service was bad. read more

i went a few months ago and i believe i had may, she did a wonderful job on my acrylic french tip yet today i went for a gel nail and it is the worst my nails have ever looked. 4 of them are completely see through (not fully covered) and they are all very different lengths. I will be hopeing to go get a refund but until then i recommend finding another salon. read more

Love Salina and all the girls here. I have been a repeat customer when I first stepped foot into the salon before I move out of my parents and I really liked how my nails and pedicure came out every time. They really listen to what the customer wants and are so friendly. This is my place from now on and I'm so glad. read more

I had been going to this salon for a few months. I had moved to Fairfield last summer and my daughter went there. Basically happy, for basic services. This is definitely no frills, for a couple of dollars less than most salons. I guess everyone is looking to save money where they can. This is my only me thing I do to pamper myself, I'm not high maintenance. . Trying not to miss the hot towel, hand lotion massages after my nails were done. No massage of any kind was ever offered. Okay so far.no real complaints. Until I make an appointment for a mani pedi combination. I get sat in a chair and everything is fine until I notice 2 customers walk in. They ask me to get up while in the middle of the pedicure. They are going to finish it while I get my nails done. Say what?? I'm starting to feel like wtf and why no one else is being shuffled. They attempt to do my pedicure while the girl sits on the floor. She asks me to twist my lower body sideways to polish my toes. Oh hell no. I said you can finish when my nails are done. So I'm sitting with my toes half done a very unhappy camper. I felt like they are money hungry and overbooked. I called for an appointment and was open to anytime they had an opening. I didn't just walk in so they could squeeze me in between appointments. Halfway during my manicure someone comes back to finish my pedicure, again. I refuse to twist and contort myself because they can't manage their appointments and overbook. The owner yells over, sorry we are busy today. Now I know how cattle feel, but they are not paying $100 bucks plus tip for services. Never offer water or a complimentary massage. Never give a menu of different levels of service, just basic basic basic. Then I see them massaging someone. But I thought you guys didn't do that...you could be having an allergy attack and cough, you could be choking and no offer of water. No other salon I've been to, and I've had these services done for over 30 plus years, is so blind to any customer service. The fact that they thought it's ok to sit one way to get my nails done and twist my body sideways while the girl sits on the dirty floor just blows my mind. Just to add insult to injury I watch the guy who I got up for, be able to sit undisturbed through his entire pedi. I'm a generous tipper, but not that day. I wasn't going to leave any tip, but when the time came I left them each $5. I thought that would send a message. Two weeks later I walk in a new salon. Like night and day. Lotion on your hands, hot towels and a complimentary massage, which I added time to. I felt really pampered there, and totally missed that over the past 9 months. So if you'd like to feel like a second class citizen, go here. The new salon automatically put gel on my nails, and not acrylic. Wow! A business that automatically offers the best at the same price. Their floor wasn't filthy either. read more

First time at this salon and it was an amazing experience. I called on a Sat morning to come in and they were able to take me right away. I got a full set and dip powder. The staff is skilled and did a great job you can see in the picture. It's not a fancy salon but they have plenty of staff and do a good job. I will definitely be going back. read more

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I have been going to Salina's for years, but I'm sad to say that the business has declined, such as when drying your nails, I'm given a pillow and the gel drying machine to hold on my lap!! Unprofessional Salina needs to realize her business has grown, and the space that she has is no longer meeting her need to provide a comfortable and desirable environment for her customers. There is no room for supplies. Most things are kept in the bathroom on the floor. Lastly, pedicure location is too tight and overcrowded. This salon is in need of a huge makeover!!!! I'm seeking out a knew nail salon SOON!!!! read more

DON'T COME! My biggest issue with my nails from here is that my nail tech used an acrylic glue containing Methyl Methacrylate (MMA), which was banned by the FDA in the 1970's, without informing me at all. (You can tell based on how the glue reacts to acetone). This chemical is so so bad for your nails but is used without a second thought at Nails by Salina. Additionally, I was overcharged for the "design" I asked for--I put in quotes because it looks nothing like the sample photo and the lines were rushed, sloppy, and with little regard for my input. The nail tech also failed to wipe my gel topcoat with rubbing alcohol and did not inform me that this step was needed for the top coat they used. I got my toes done as well and they chipped the very next day. read more

I went here for a gel mani, the price is unbeatable and I love the way they came out. I always find it pretty difficult to find a nail salon that I like so much but this place was great. My nails were done by Lily, she did an amazing job of getting my cuticles and shaping my nails. The manicure was also very short compared to other places, the only downfall is that they do not do a hand massage as other places do but that isn't a big deal to me. read more

Nails by Salina - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

Best nail salon around! I am very picky when it comes to nails but have never had a problem at Nails by Salina. The staff is efficient yet thorough. I am in and out within 45 min. It is evident they use quality products and do not cut corners. My acrylic gel nails never break, lift, or full when I go (even when I wait over a month to get them refilled!) 100/10 will recommend this place to everyone! read more

Just left and I am not happy. The nail technician used very OLD nail polish on me and my nails look chunky and the tips are like chipped looking. The nail polish was literally clumped together and barely coming off onto my nail, it took 3 coats and you can tell. The tips look awful. It looks like there's was too much nail polish used and it dried funny. I hate it. I literally hate it. Just wasted 55$. read more

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Very upset with my last visit. New girls there and the place is not being kept up. New lady did my pedicure, got a very bad infection on two of my toes because she dug into the sides too much, my friend went through the same torture! Its sad because i was coming here for over three years! I wont ever step foot in there again read more

My absolute favorite nail place! There really is no other place that does nails quite like Salinas. Service is fast, friendly and the nails come out amazing. My go-to is the ombré nails. I constantly get compliments on them- no other salon in the area has ombré. I highly recommend Salinas! read more

Nails by Salina - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

I've been getting my nails done here for the past couple years. A friend brought me here after a really bad experience at another salon, and now I won't go anywhere else! They're always able to fit me in even if I don't have an appointment and it's busy. Can't beat the price of the gel manicure. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. Always a happy customer when I leave. read more

I've had my nails done at many different places in town and this is by far the best manicure and pedicure. It's not a spa like experience, but if you want to pay for quality work that lasts through traveling and setting up a classroom, this is definitely the place. It's certainly a pleasant environment, just not a get a massage listen to quiet music kind of place. read more

I love it here. I have been multiple times, great prices 27 for a new acrylic set! The girls are nice and I highly recommend.

I love Salina and all of her staff. They never disappoint and always do an amazing job! I won't step foot in any other salon ever again.

I found this place on Groupon. I called this afternoon and they were able to be fit into the schedule immediately. When I got there, I didn't have to wait even though the shop was full of customers. Lily did my nails (gel manicure) and she did a great job cleaning my unkept cuticles. She also tried out the design I saw on Pinterest on a single nail before committing to the design for all of my nails. I recommend this place and will come back. read more

New to CT from NYC and by far one of the best, consistent nails salons I've ever been to. Lily takes great pride in her work and does a meticulous job every time! I've never had my nails last several weeks. Highly highly recommend!! read more

First experience went very well is nice and the wait was short. Lisa did my nails and she was very gentle and sweet didn't hurt me once. Place is a little small but aside from that service is good and definitely worth the price! Will be going again. read more

Nails by Salina - Dip gel nails (about $33 dollars) - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

I purchased a Groupon or a Gel Manicure. I did not enjoy my experience-- I got the extra massage that is $7 but I don't think it is a good idea for the lady to start massaging when you are getting your nails scraped to take the gels off. They should wait until you're soaking or getting painted. She starts massaging the second you sit in the chair and it is hard to enjoy when you are having something unpleasant done to your hands. Also- I have NEVER had a manicure, regular or gel where the nail lady did not massage my hands. At all. When I went to go pay with my Groupon, they seemed SO annoyed. They kept claiming that they've seen me before and it's for first time customers only--- I've NEVER been there and I had to tell them multiple times. There are WAY better places. read more

Long time customer and to be treated so disrespectful when I made an appointment was disheartening. Salina stop being greedy and overlooking. read more

Won't be going back. Went there because I had time to kill between errands. Place is dirty. Nail tools aren't cleaned between clients properly-put in some gel. State should close it down. read more

Very thorough with manis. I didn't get a pedi but I'm sure they are just as thorough. Also good pricing for what you get . Definitely recommend going here. read more

Hands (and feet) down, the worst mani-ped I've ever had. Granted, I'm not a big nail buff and can't claim to be a regular in any particular shops, but this was such an exceptionally bad experience that the kindness of the technicians can't make up for it. (Okay, last bad cosmetics pun there.) I went with my mother and sister as a pre-wedding celebration and glamification, and right off the bat things went downhill very quickly. We were mostly separated into different rooms and nail stations so we couldn't really talk, which was kind of the point of the whole outing. From there, we proceeded to have our cuticles mercilessly trimmed back and destroyed so that I'll have painful hangnails for weeks now. Even getting the right shape out of the nails was a futile effort for my mom, who asked multiple times for ovals and after three attempts to correct the situation, only got squovals at best. My sister was thrilled with her gel polish and hand-painted designs, so I'm glad she got what she wanted, at least. read more

Worst acrylics I've ever gotten ! She glued the nails to my skin , pushed the powder hell under my nail instead of filing it away , kept hurting me and my natural nails because she rushed and didn't pay attention , and my nails are all curved and facing down uneven and bumpy . Literally looks like my nails are diseased because of how badly they are shaped and applied! Never had a bad acrylic anywhere , this is disgusting . Getting them removed immediately! read more

Nails by Salina - Worst acrylics ever - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

First and last time at this nail salon. I called up to ensure it was $20 for acrylic fill in. They lady had no idea how to file nails and after telling her multiple times that my nail is black n blue and very sensitive. She continued to brutally file I.t. Place is filthy and filled with flies. At the end she said $40 because I had one broken nail, completely ridiculous. Also spent an extra 15 minutes sitting in the chair filling my own nails because of how awful of a job she did. PLEASE save your nails and go to a different place!!! read more

Woman doing my nails kept saying it was nice to have me back and asking where I was since she hasn't seen me in forever. In a room full of people, I did not want to embarrass her so I brushed it off each time. Little did I know that when I went up to pay with my Groupon they told me "I was unable to use it since they've seen me here before." Not worth the embarrassment. They don't even use sanitized tools. They got the picture that I wasn't leaving without using the Groupon but would NOT be returning. read more

Oh MY GOD NEVER going there again! Staff was SO rude and judge mental, it was dirty and smelled like a portapoty filled with booze!! Tools were clearly improperly cleaned and upon walking in I saw someone who was getting their nails done and it looked TERRIBLE I decided to suck it up and sit down but right when I saw that they had brought out a frikin dog bowl or something for my hands I immediately grabbed my friend and made up and excuse to leave. NEVER going back - place should MOST DEFINITELY be shut down by the state read more

Ever since I found them on Groupon I have used them as my go to nail salon. Today on Valentine's Day, I think thats over it for me. Kim and Salina are so nice though. First when I got to the register my refill was 20 and usually pay $15 but she told me it had always been 20 and when I looked at the board the price had been changed with a piece of paper over it. Confused I still paid. Then The lady with the jewel on her tooth gave me an attitude about doing the design on my nails. I asked for her to do a design on one nail out of the hand and she asked me "for what?" I said because that's what I wanted .. I was confused...She told me it would be extra and I had already paid I said yes that's fine I'll pay more. then she spoke to Selena and their language and then said to Salina in English "well you tell her that" so as I sat there waiting for her to start the design she put a clear coat over my nails and told me I was finished . No design. And then told me they usually charge extra if I want a nail painted a different color but not today so I got lucky ... I have came here and got all one nail a different color every time.... what a great way to start my Valentine's Day. read more

After going to the posh spa salons with the high price tag, my teenage daughter and I decided to try this place. They had an amazing special going on through Facebook, it was only $27 and that included a mani and a pedi! The staff was incredibly friendly and warm, they have nice massaging chairs and were very attentive to our needs (temperature of the water, preferences etc.). They gave us hot towels and massaged legs/feet/hands. There were many colors to choose from and they even offered us a deal if we wanted gel, I need to do more research on it but they were not pushy at all. Our nails look absolutely amazing and my feet feel really great. The nail salon was very clean, the staff was professional and friendly. I will go back and recommend this to my friends. If you want a great mani/pedi without the fancy spa ambience and without the price tag, this is the place. A+, even my daughter loved it and she's picky. read more

Nails by Salina - Being pampered with a quality pedicure without the hefty price... - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

As a male idk what makes a nail salon good so I went on Yelp and this was the closest/best rating to my house. Walked in on a Thursday for a mani/pedi since I'm going on a cruise tomorrow. Once I got in they greeted me and asked if I wanted the pedi/mani at the same time which was convenient. I felt welcomed very friendly. I'm currently sitting in a massage chair that feels like heaven and she's doing a pretty good job on these "hooves". Cut, file, buff, and leg massage. They also got all the dead skin off my heel. Mani is next I should be out of here within 30 mins for both. I'm satisfied with the prompt service I read more

Nails by Salina - Getting these "hooves" I call feet done - Nail Salons Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

I tried many places over the years in Fairfield county and no one can beat Salina's work and customer service. The best pink and white manicure in Fairfield county - that truly lasts! I recently moved to another state and it took six salons before I could find one that matched Salina's customer service and work. Be sure to make an appointment as they are always busy. read more

I recently went due to Groupon purchase. In short, they were rude, nasty and ignored me. To make matters even worst, the place was dirty and they didn't have sterilized equipment.Gross. I immediately complained to Groupon and got my purchase refunded. Don't waste your time and money. I guess I've had such a great experience with Groupon I couldn't believe that this dirty little place made no effort to put their best face forward. Sometimes if something seems to good be true ....it is. read more