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Nails on the Moon

4.5 (174 reviews)
Open • 10:15 am - 7:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Manicure and pedicure

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This builder gel set plus a gel pedicure with design on big toe 3+hours $280 (includes tip)
Elsa T.

They do good work, but they are pretty slow. Prices are mid-high, but they do have all the latest trends available.

Elena O.

I started going to Nails on the Moon when I first moved to Santa Monica and never went anywhere else during the entire year I lived there. From day one, everyone was kind, professional, and consistently reliable. I never once had an issue with appointment timing (and I was often a Friday afternoon walk-in), service quality, design requests, or payment discrepancies. Pricing was always upfront and clearly communicated, which I especially appreciated since I frequently requested intricate nail art. Speaking of nail art -- they are simply the best. Multiple techs here are incredibly skilled and capable of executing a variety of designs. The level of artistry is truly top tier. To everyone at Nails on the Moon: thank you for making me feel like a respected and valued client throughout my entire time in LA. Thank you as well for the many compliments I received because of your beautiful work. I genuinely looked forward to seeing you all every other Friday. You've set the bar very high -- so much so that finding a new salon in the Bay has been difficult. With much gratitude and my highest recommendation.

Gel X coffin manicure & gel pedicure.
Maeve L.

I genuinely love this nail salon and always leave happy. I get Gel-X extension manicures and gel pedicures, and the quality of work here is consistently excellent. The staff is friendly and welcoming, the salon is very clean, and the massage chairs are great, which makes pedicures actually relaxing. Their prices feel very fair for the level of care and detail they put into their work. I've had my nails done by Rosie and Lim, and both have done an amazing job, super meticulous, patient, and attentive to detail. My nails always look beautiful, and I've never had issues with chipping or extensions lifting, which says a lot. Overall, it's a reliable, comfortable place with great service and great results. I'm always happy recommending Nails on the Moon and will definitely keep coming back.

Stephanie S.

I recently moved to Santa Monica and after trying a few nail salons, I came across nails on the moon. I will never go to another nail salon not only are they kind but they do excellent work and they guarantee their work. I have gone to various artists, such as Hazel, joy, Rosie, Moon, and all of their work is of the highest quality. I'm a little bit rough on my nails so once or twice I've completely broken one off and they always replace it for me and never charge me. They allow me to come in and do walk-ins even when it's the last minute and they never get mad when I'm late. If you need a nail salon, this is the place to go. Oh and one more thing they are always up on the latest trends.

Tomei J.

The best nail design I've ever gotten! The space is clean and the everyone is kind & attentive to each and every customer's needs. There's ample on site parking I showed the nail tech my design & she was upfront about the price. She not only replicated the design, I think she surpassed it! I will be coming back again! Thank you!!

I really liked this nail salon and felt it was clean and safe. Last week I got a gel manicure and my nail got infected. It started with my thumb getting very red by the cuticle and now I have a huge infection called Paronychia. I just want to warn you ladies to bring your own nail clippers or make sure they are clean. I am so upset and will never return to this place. My thumb feels like its on fire. :( UPDATE: It is a staph infection! I had to go on antibiotics because of the bacteria on my thumb. BEWARE!!!

My most recent nails for my birthday!
Melanie G.

The people here never cease to amaze me! With beautiful designs and precise execution. I am always leaving happy! Cannot recommend this place enough! From a basic gel mani/Pedi to the funky fun designs of your dreams, they got you covered. You will always leave happy!!! And everyone is so kind and it's a very mellow and relaxing environment!

Love  my nails.

Best nail shop in Santa Monica by far. They didn't exceptional job on my nails and the cost was reasonable. $95 for a full set plus $19 tip. My new go to nail shop.

amazing experience!! I am obsessed with these nails, will definitely be coming back. I showed her a few pics off Pinterest and she delivered

Adela T.

As always, the best experience. A bit of a wait as they were quite full on a Friday but I still got a great mani/pedi. Mani by Moon, she was super quick and efficient, nails look great. Pedi done by one of the guys there, he was great also.:) Been their customer for about 2 years and every time I have a good experience with all of their technicians.

French tip gel manicure
Yadira M.

It was my first time at the Nails on the Moon salon. Called around 5:47pm asking if they had time for a gel manicure, and they told me to go on over. Rosie was my nail tech, and she was great! She took her time and paid attention to detail. Will definitely be back. (:

Eztli D.

my GO-TO nail salon in santa monica! employees are always so sweet and do a fantastic job with my nails everytime. the ambience is always really nice and calm and everything is always clean. they can get a bit pricey but i know i can always trust them to do an amazing job:) def recommend if you are in the west side!

Marble gel mani
Aileen T.

Got assigned a gel mani with Rosie & regular pedi with Annie. I was handled with care and kindness. They did the first nail (for mani and pedi) to confirm I liked the color and then proceeded with the rest. Rosie nailed it with the marbling inspo. Will def return!

Love my nails! I showed Moon the picture and she nailed it, literally!

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Go here! Everyone is very nice, talented, and fairly priced. Tried a new place, and I think this will be my new spot.

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Moon and her team are incredible! Mom and I don't get our nails done anywhere else. Best nail salon on the west side. AMAZING!!!!

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Very disappointing experience for the price. I had a dry pedicure and there was minimal attention…read moreto detail--my nails were left misshapen with barely any filing or shaping. I also didn't receive a proper foot massage, and the foot scrub wasn't fully removed and was left on my feet. The regular polish selection was very limited (around 20 colors that were basically the same shades). On top of that, the polish started chipping in less than two days, which suggests poor application. Overall, this felt rushed and below standard compared to much more affordable salons nearby. I won't be returning. Consider going elsewhere. This place is highly overrated.

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This was one of the worst experiences I've had at a nail salon…read more My manicure started peeling after just a few days, and one nail broke. I came back to have it fixed, and they actually charged me for the repair, even though the manicure had barely lasted. I don't blame the technicians--they did a good job. The problem seems to be the old or poor-quality nail polish that doesn't last. The receptionist, Sasha, also ignored the technician I booked online and assigned me to someone else without any explanation. This has happened more than once. Her customer service is rude, and appointments don't seem to matter. On top of that, they charged me an extra $2 for using a credit card without telling me beforehand, and they don't even accept Apple Pay. It's not about the $2--it's about being transparent with customers. Between the poor-quality polish, charging for repairs after only a few days, the unprofessional front desk, and the hidden credit card fee, I won't be coming back or recommending this salon

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