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    Originail

    4.2 (77 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Services - Originail

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

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    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

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    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

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    Celi A.

    One of the most awkward nail experiences I've had. The nail tech kept pausing as she got distracted watching the TV, and wasn't really paying attention to my nails. The result was mediocre with uneven edges. I ended up filing them down myself afterward to make them look clean. I'm used to professional and skilled nail techs, so maybe my expectations were high, but I was hoping to find a go-to salon and this just wasn't it. I won't be going back.

    Priscilla H.

    Amazing nails !!!! Elexis did not disappoint !!! Easily the cutest nails I've ever gotten done !!!! She's the nail slayerrrr

    Megan K.

    The first time I stopped by, I made an appointment online but I guess you're supposed to get a follow up message before your appointment is confirmed. I showed up and the time had been double booked so I ended up leaving. Cordelia texted me not long after to tell me she had an opening the following day and apologized about the mix up. I told her that was fine and rescheduled. She ended up pushing my appointment back an hour but still managed to fit me in. I showed her two inspiration photos and wanted to merge them, and Cordelia did exactly that. I'm super happy with the outcome. It took 2 hours and they normally don't do foreign fill but she was able to help me out, I definitely want to go back. She took her time and was a pleasure to converse with. The shop is very very small. About 3-4 women working, all very sweet. Neat inside and cute.

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    Holly L.

    i did gel x with design with kristen and a gel pedi with hana and it was a great experience! both techs are super nice and my nails turned out beautiful! my nails came out to $130ish not including tip.

    Haile B.

    I have been looking for good nail techs in Honolulu since I moved here and Originail lives up to everything I've been looking for! I booked with Kristen and she is the sweetest gal ever. I showed her inspo pics from a set I've done before and she totally NAILED it she totally got the vibe I was going for. I'm super indecisive so she helped give me recommendations along the way, and they came out exactly as I was hoping for All of the nail techs there are so sweet and chill, they all make you feel like they're your new BFFs. I especially love that their salon specializes in Gel X which is healthier for nails than acrylic. This was also my first time trying Gel X and I can confirm that they're just as sturdy (if not more) than acrylic. Getting Gel X was a game changer fr RUN don't walk

    Cute shop

    Great little shop. Excellent customer service. Clean and friendly . Great choices of colors and services

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    Kimberly D.

    Disappointing is all I can really say about my experience at Originail. The people were nice, but the place and skill was lacking. They added 2 stations downstairs in the eyelash area that was very very dirty, unorganized and very depressing painted in dark grey. Even though I booked a week in advance they seemed surprised that I was there and gave me the eye lash technician to do my new full set of gel x. After quite a long appointment of just gluing on nails and filing, two nails were crooked, and even after asking multiple times she never made my nails rounded (I reshaped them after I got home). It took 4 coats of gel polish that I can still see thru which is not what I wanted. She also did a 3-d flower on each hand that I am not happy with. I paid $85 plus tip for the service (which was my birthday present to myself) and I am sorry I went. I will not be returning and instead will go back to Lux Nails in Kaka'ako where I feel pampered and special and where it is clean!

    Soft gel extension and art by Joanne LOVE IT
    Jessica S.

    Graduation season! I'm graduating this year (WHOO congratulations to class of 2022!), completing one of the biggest milestone in my life! So I decided to pamper myself on my nails for the very first time ever (nail virgin). My friends also wanted to join in on this as we were all going on a trip together too! It's located in the second floor in the building behind/next to Pali Longs Drugs and Safeway. There's a huge sign that is hard to miss! There's a small parking lot with some stalls up front in the open (not covered). Since this is my first time getting my nails done, I'm a huge noob. I asked around what styles were better, what certain things are, etc. Luckily, my friend group was very knowledge in this! I decided on a soft gel extension with gel nail polish and nail art. I spoke with the owner, Helen, about different inspos and actually had Joanne who worked on my nails. The final product was beautiful (peep the pic with cat design)! Joanne did an amazing job on my nails! She consistently asked me for my input on the work before continuing on and making sure I get what I wanted. Love the work! The session took about 2.5 hours, longer than I imagined but was warned by Helen beforehand. Nice to have that info! My friends came in for a gel mani-pedi. They enjoyed their "spa" and loved the work done on their nails. Helen and Cordelia worked on their nails. The technicians at this nail salon are all very friendly and precise about the work they do! You won't be disappointed at the end of your appointment as the results are amazing. The pricing ain't too bad either. Will be back if I ever need another pampering day! P.S. There's a credit card surcharge but none for debit cards. Also, cash is usually better!

    Blue and white chrome with silver design by Kristen!
    Jackie C.

    So I've been coming to Originail for over a year and I absolutely love these girls and their art. I never leave disappointed and my nails always last till my next appointment!

    me being model
    Tori Q.

    I went in today to get my new set for my birthday this upcoming week and I've been really feeling the spooky/goth vibes. Cordelia drew the cutest spiders and crispiest webs I've ever seen. She was very precise with shaping my nails and giving me a little more of a pointy look. I'm super happy with my nails. She understood the assignment If you're looking for a salon that does unique designs, aura colors, charms, or something simple this salon does it all. Any tech I've had for any service at Originail has been friendly, accommodating, and professional. I've always felt comfortable talking stories with the girls, it's always a fun vibe at their salon. Go make your appointment nooooow and then get ready to receive compliments on your nails daily hehe

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    Elizabeth M.

    Amazing experience. I new a new set would take a while but oooh so worth it. I love when you get what you ask for. I messaged Helen on Yelp to make my appointment. I told her what I wanted after scrolling through all of the yelp photos. She even asked if I could send a picture of the design I wanted. I got a quote before my appointment. How professional is that. The salon is very cute and neat. There's lots of polish choices. There was only one other customer being serviced so it was a bit quiet and intimate. We had friendly conversation and I found Helen to be very down to earth and relatable. She was very meticulous and did an excellent job with not only building my nails as soft gel is a tedious form of nail but also with the art work/design. i did give her a difficult design with perfect lines being required. She amazingly accomplished it free handed, no stencils or nothing. It was nice to see an artist perform so craftsmanship. If you have need for a detailed oriented artist or just a fix go see Hellen at her Chic and quaint salon. I am sure you wont be disappointed.

    Great service and fantastic work! Thank you, Haley (Sanrio gyaru design) & Kristen (pink chrome design)!

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    Joleen P.

    The salon was able to take me and my friend same time for a girls day. We scheduled our appt literally the day before. The staff is so sweet and love the vibes! Kristen did my nails and she was the sweetest human being ever, love our little chit chats while she did my mani. Def recommend coming here!

    Nail Art by Joanne :)

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    Ask the Community - Originail

    How much for gel x?

    Hi there! Starting price for Gel x is $70

    Do you guys do gel x?

    Yes we do

    Hi! how much would a full acrylic nail set, short length with a chrome color and almond shape and a nail art on just the ring finger(s)?

    Hi there! Acrylic Fullset base price is $40, additional gel $20, chrome additional $10, nail art is $5+ depending on the design. If you have a photo reference, you are always welcome to send it over to our Instagram for us to quote it for you.

    Is there like set prices for full set acrylic nails or does it depend on the artist?

    Full set acrylic prices vary by length, design, and whether you get gel polish or not. Base price for full set acrylics start at $40. Most clients on average spend $60.

    How much for a mani pedi ? And how much for a regular mani and only the pedi with gel?

    Hi there, we have mani pedi combo $40. Gel for mani is additional $15 Gel for pedi is additional… Read more

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    Review Highlights - Originail

    My appointment ended up being rushed due to my lunch reservations (my fault) but Helen was quick and efficient.

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