Love this place! John is amazing pays attention to detail. And is very articulate with his work. It's a busy nails salon so definitely book with time especially for John! Also the manager does a great job with eyebrows! Had my eyebrows done and I can't remember the last time I had them done this well! And the establishment is very clean and neat. And great color selection. read more

Purity Nail Bar - Builder gel - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Sure, your nails will look nice. But they drill your natural nails so low that they become painful. My nails are so thin, like paper thin, that they're literally cracking in half mid nail bed. I can't get my nails done again until they heal and grow out. I will not be going back there. Regardless of the convenience of being near my apartment. Because my nails are so insanely damaged. There is literally no need to file and drill nails down to the nail bed to get any kind of service. They should prioritize health and longevity of their clients nails no matter what they're requesting. I'm not the only one with this issue. Friends who have gone and recommended have all left to other salons due to how thin and damaged their nails are For reference - I went 3 times for dip. Currently dealing with an exposed and bloody nail bed and painfully thin nails. The same over drilling is true for pedicures too. My nails are so thin and flimsy fingers and toes. read more

Edit: Purity reached out to me shortly after I posted this review to come back to get them fixed. The offered same day even, which I appreciated. They were able to fix my nails in less than 15 mins and didn't make me feel bad for not liking the original set. I am super pleased with my nails now and will definitely be coming back. Thank you again! I really wanted to like this place -- the first time I went last month, I was pleased with the results. I had a negative experience with a different salon, and came to purity to get my nails fixed. I believe the owner was the one to do my nails and did a great job. I came in today thinking I had booked again with the owner but mistakenly had booked with the wrong John. I was not worried because the service seemed to be fine and took a quick look at my nails before I paid and left and they seemed fine. In the few minutes after as I started to really look at them, I realized there was leftover gel on my hands which wouldn't have bothered me as much, but combined with the filing AFTER my nails were painted which left scratches down the sides of my nails and parts of my nails that were not fully painted, my nails look uneven. With tip, I paid over $100, which I am happy to do for quality work but this was not quality work. Very frustrating to take time out of my work day just to have nails that look almost identical to the ones I walked in with (chipped and lived in) read more

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I was excited to try this salon after seeing it recommended on social media and reading positive reviews. As someone who recently moved to Boston, I was hoping to find a reliable new nail salon. I booked a Gel X full set with a design, but I was immediately disappointed by the lack of proper nail preparation. My technician did minimal filing on each finger and applied the extensions right away--there was no cuticle work at all. Having gotten my nails done many times before, I know that thorough nail prep typically takes up most of the appointment time. While the design turned out acceptable, I was disappointed with how the polka dots looked and found the base color much too pink for what I requested. The final result looked and felt like press-on nails. Most concerning was the durability--my nails lasted less than a week. Each nail has popped off completely. For instance, I was simply taking off my shoes when my thumbnail came off entirely. This is extremely frustrating, especially since Gel X nails should typically last 3+ weeks. The price ($100+) absolutely does not match the quality I received. Additionally, I was never informed of the design cost upfront, which every other nail technician I've worked with has always done. This left me with no choice but to pay the full amount despite being unsatisfied with the results. I would NOT recommend this place!! read more

Very disappointing pedicure, the lack of attention to the detail of nail shaping and dry skin removal was disappointing. The staff was kind. Grateful I am not from the area and can return to my nail bar in CT. read more

FANTASTIC manicure!! I had a basic manicure here yesterday, and it was so lovely. The service was great, very attentive and kind staff, and the manicure was one of the best I've had. Such a clean place with a modern, cute feel! Will definitely be coming back! read more

Beautiful establishment. Very clean from what I experienced when I went in. They have so many colors to choose from! I'm giving 3 stars because I booked a regular gel mani and a gel pedi online... I know super basic but it was more basic than I expected lol, it felt rushed, I did not receive any soaking, heel buff (which is what I really came in for as this is my first time since before giving birth getting a pedicure and was so looking forward to nice smooth feet/heels!) or a 5 minute massage as stated on their site. It felt like I went in to just get my nails painted lol. I was thinking maybe it's because I had my baby with me (which wasn't a problem because he is super chill and quiet) but I feel like the lady getting serviced next to me was just as rushed. I will say, everyone was super friendly and welcoming. I was serviced by Trang (Pedi) and Helen (Mani). Updated (2 stars): in less than a week my gel nails started chipping... shine/top coat also did not last read more

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Service is always done well, staff is very friendly, and location is really clean. There is a lot of parking nearby as well. read more

Purity Nail Bar - Gel x manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I had a great first time experience at this salon. They work quickly and the front desk host makes sure you are comfortable and feel welcomed from the moment you walk in. She took my jacket and offered me a seat while I waited and checked in with me multiple times. The nail service was great and even when I walked out, they make payment so easy for you given your nails are fresh and you cant dig in your purse as aggressively lol and even got a cuticle oil. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Gel X plus designs! Bring in a picture of ur designs and the nail tech takes a picture to reference as they do you nails. Great service. - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Tried to give this salon a chance multiple times, but multiple times the nail tech I start with ends up being pulled to another appointment and someone else has to take over. It feels like a factory in here. Definitely rushed and not quality for the price. read more

i loved this nail salon!!! i happened to walk buy and saw how nice it looked inside so i booked an appointment for a deluxe french gel pedicure. vivian did an amazing job she was very gentle and it came out perfect!! all the staff were very nice, the salon was clean, and they had good music playing. i will definitely be coming here from now on! read more

Purity Nail Bar - french gel pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I have gone to Purity a couple of times now for builder gel (with tips and gel polish), and Andrew has done a beautiful job every time! He is so talented, incredibly detailed, and listens to every request. They have tons of color and service selections and are very timely and professional. The establishment is also comfortable and clean. I will be back for more! read more

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Kim is excellent for nails! My wife sees her as well. The place is festive, spotless, and easy to park. read more

Love this place! Got my usual dip powder on my natural nails and I felt like Tracy really took her time with them! Clean salon space that is modern and has a fun vibe. Conveniently located 5 stops away on the MBTA D line from Fenway where I reside :) read more

Purity Nail Bar - Dip powder on natural nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great salon and very clean! My tech was nice and professional, although I was a little disappointed in the massage. I paid extra for the deluxe pedicure which is supposed to include a "15 minute" massage which was actually only about half that. Overall, the treatment felt a little rushed. read more

I've been to so many nail salons and not only is this place well priced but the product is beautiful. They take their time to make sure you are getting what you want. They checked in with me during each step and were able to accommodate the requested I had. Tracy did my nails and I will absolutely be booking with her again! She's so talented!! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I walk by this place often and have been meaning to find a new nail salon and let me tell you, this place is amazing! Such a cute gem right in the heart of Cleveland Circle, easy to access by train and by Boston College. You have to call to make an appointment and if you want any nail designs you email a picture in advance. I really loved my experience. I felt taken care of and it turned out so good! The attention to detail and precision is really amazing. I previously had gel nails so we had to remove them and do the design. It took l a little over an hour in total but was a really good experience. My friend also gets pedicures here and they have different "experience" options. Would recommend if you're looking for a neighborhood salon. It's pricing is up there with the other salons so keep that in mind, but it's worth it for a quality experience. I've been to salons where I leave dissatisfied and that is not how it goes down here. I will definitely be going back and highly recommend! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Nail art - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I am beyond impressed with Purity Nail Bar, and I can't say enough nice things ... seriously. Their customer service blew me away, and I will definitely be going back, as well as telling all of my friends about this nail salon. I had an accident as a baby, which led me to only have one hand that is manicure-worthy. The owners of Purity Nail Salon were extremely accommodating ... gave me a reasonable discount and were very professional. The employees there were also extremely professional and did not make me feel like a freakkkkk, which has happened at other nail salons. Alsooooo, they did an amazing job!!! See for yourself!!! read more

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I had a not so great experience at another salon so I was on the search for a new nail salon. My coworker just started coming here as we work close by, and she suggested I try them out. I had Trinh for a mani pedi. She was professional and did great on my nails. I had to pay in the middle of the appointment before she completed my manicure which I found odd but I didn't mind. They offer more services for a pretty decent price compared to other salons. I will definitely be back here after my first visit ! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Regular manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The reason why I wrote the review because I would like you to pay more attention to your service. You can obviously see my nail job was unacceptable. As you mentioned, I got the offered from you to redo with the same person who did it for me. In my opinion that's not a good idea to let customers get the sevice from the person who gave them bad experience (As you reply me on yelp that you didn't understand) Even though I got the offered to redo it from you but it doesn't mean I can't review my experience on Yelp. I still have a right to review it even it's good or bad. And the way you answered me on yelp and text messages was rude. I didn't feel any sincerely apologize from you. It was full of sarcasm that's not professional at all. Don't forget that the most important thing to do the business is sincerity. read more

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After 3 days of having my gel nails, they began to lift, chip, and crack. They're somehow still on after 10 days despite all of the issues with the polish. read more

Absolutely loved this place. It's definitely going to become my regular nail salon in Boston. Everyone is so professional from booking your appointment, to tipping your tech. It's beautifully decorated and everything was very clean. Hanna was very gentle and shaped my nails to the gods. I am so obsessed. read more

Purity Nail Bar - acrylic nails with OPI Bubble Bath under OPI chrome powder - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I have tried several nail salons in this area and this is the best by far! Loyal customer for over a year. Dip typically $50 and lasts almost three weeks. They also do designer nails if you are looking for something more. This is a popular salon, but staff is upfront about realistic wait times and works to get you in their schedule, so it doesn't feel rushed. Clean and organized interior. read more

By far the best nail salon I have been to! All the workers there are really skilled and super friendly! I've come in with ripped nails and have come out happy and with the prettiest nails. Definitely be sure to call ahead and make a reservation--they're super popular so it tends to be on the busier side! I usually make a same day reservation and they're available. read more

It was my first time coming here and I loved this place doing my nails! I had done a mani, pedi & wax here, and no joke the nail technicians really treat everyone as if they are their own. I was helped by Kim, John and the owner of this place and I don't understand why this place has so many negative reviews. This place has nice people with reasonable Prices and the nail art here is top tier. I definitely will come back and recommend coming here! read more

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got a great mani pedi! my dip manicure has been holding up nicely so far (it's been one week since my visit).

I got dip with extensions here and was so obsessed, it was one of my favorite sets I've ever had. It would be 5 stars except for the fact that as time went on, 4 nails broke off within 2 weeks. They broke off way more easily than normal (I get dip regularly and this has never happened to me). Please get better quality product )): read more

Update: The manager contacted me right after I posted my review and was able to book me the next day for a 15 minute appointment to fix my nails! They were on time, and able to get the fix done in 20 minutes. It was a top coat issue which they identified and rectified quickly with no added charge. I appreciate the quick turnaround as I had a trip two days after! read more

I had gone to see Andrew twice for my nails and he was great. Two of my friends went here after I recommended it and were seen by other techs for manicures and pedicures and absolutely hated their nails afterward. I took this as a sign to keep going to only Andrew. I booked another appointment with specifically Andrew and arrived fifteen minutes early. After waiting the fifteen minutes for my appointment time, he was still obviously busy and would be for the next hour. Someone else said they would do my pedicure. When removing gel, they don't use gel polish remover they just drill down until the gel is gone; on one of my toenails she was spending a lot of time on it and I figured there was just a lot of gel until she lifted up my toe to show me the bent/lifted flake that was left and asked if it was a real toenail. I said Yes... and genuinely do not know how I didn't feel her sand the whole toenail away. The rest of my toes were fine and I was feeling a bit anxious but I decided to just continue with the appointment. She began trimming the cuticles which I normally skip because I have been snipped before (never once getting an infection before, in fact I have never had athletes foot or anything similar at all). She started on my right foot and right as I was asking her to stop she strained really hard and snipped my cuticle. Then she looked up and asked me why I don't want my cuticles cut and I just looked down at my toe which immediately started bleeding. To her credit she felt bad and rinsed off the snippers in my dirty foot water before putting them with the other supplies on the cart and rushed to get this yellow powder that she put on my foot which I am guessing is meant to stop the bleeding. Because she felt bad and at the time I still considered coming back for a regular appointment with andrew (maybe this was just an accident and a mix-up) when her boss asked me if everything was okay I just said yeah. I tipped and left. The issue was my toe was a lot more painful than I have experienced before when a cuticle has been accidentally snipped before. It hurt all the time and by day 3 the side of my toe was swollen and yellow and really red. My feet are not naturally red at all. I called to ask for a refund because now it had become something I would have to see a doctor about because neosporin did nothing over 2 additional days the deep yellow blister thing just got worse. I was still obviously friendly to start the call because I thought I might go back (stupid of me) at this point if the situation was somehow rectified. I was immediately spoken over with an extremely aggravated and condescending tone telling me that I could be reimbursed for doctor stuff (which was mostly covered by my insurance except for the $10 cream...) if I could get the doctor who looked at my toe to write a letter stating that this infection was directly caused by purity nail bar on the date of my appointment. This should be unsurprising but they obviously wouldn't do that. I will never go back. They don't honor appointments with specific techs even though you have to sign up for specific limited slots in advance for them. They are unclean. 3 other techs were given a chance by me and my friends and were exceptionally bad. There's no reason to come here. My nails frequently look nice so I'm actually regularly asked for nail recommendations and not only do I not recommend this place I always mention them as the worst nail experience I have ever had. read more

Purity Nail Bar - Infection - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Update--- nearly two weeks later (7 weightlifting sessions, 2 full days of moving, lots of packing/cleaning/washing) my nails have held up- SO well. Literally no chips, even after literally feeling my nails scraping the ground when lifting boxes etc. amazing. Will be back definitely when I'm in the area again! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I used to go to Dana's Nails in Brighton but my sister told me about this place and I am now a convert. The space is clean, cozy and adorable. (Also their bathroom has a bidet! I didnt dare use it because I am not an insane person, but cool enough that they have an attachment). I got a deluxe pedicure, gel manicure plus eyebrows. The pedicure was wonderful, the massage to my ankles/calves was so lovely (especially given that I am 40 weeks pregnant). They have a very organized system for booking appointments which I appreciate it. Because I booked my mani + pedi I got a $3 discount which was nice. The lady who did my eyebrows was careful and very detailed, loved how they came out. Street parking only but its not a problem given that for the most part there is plenty of street parking in the area. read more

My friend and I got acrylic full sets with regular nail polish at Purity Nail Bar and we were 100% satisfied with our sets. I'm usually picky about my nails but I honestly don't have any complaints. My nails (orange) were done by Tina and my friend's nails (blue and pink) were done by Bella. Tina was quick and efficient while still having good attention to detail. My friend and I are really happy about the way our nails came out and we will definitely be coming back. read more

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I got my nails done here in March for my wedding and I must say they have turned me into a long term customer. In the past I've never done my nails due to a number of bad experiences. Everyone at Purity has been amazing! The quality of their work and frequent check ins through out my manicure always leads to PERFECT nails and look perfect weeks later!!!. So happy I found this place! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Dip - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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If I could give 0 stars I would. This was the worst pedicure experience I've ever had. I was only a few minutes late to my appointment and the owner gave me a terrible attitude. I should have walked out then and there. Helen did my toes and completely rushed through the service. No scrub, no foot massage, not even cutting or shaping my toes! Come to find out they did not even carry out the service I booked for. Instead they charged my card 50% of the service and expected me to pay additional money on top of that. What was supposed to be a relaxing service, turned out to be an unpleasant one. I will never EVER come back here again or recommend this place to anyone else. What a complete waste of time and money! Updated Reply: I cannot seem to reply to the owner's message. So I will comment my reply to my previous post: I was 10 mins late, not 15. And in doing so when I checked in no one informed me that my service would be changed completely. I assumed the service would be carried out at a quicker pace. If your business is so fragile that a client coming in 10 minutes late can affect the rest of the days subsequent clients, then maybe there is an issue with how you're running your business. Life happens, people are human and run late at times.I should have informed you I was running late and for that I am at fault. But, the way your people made me feel during my service was completely unprofessional. I have NEVER felt that way leaving a salon. It is sad to say that if I weren't black, I may have been treated differently. But this is the world we live in today I suppose. I genuinely hope no one ever comes into this salon, feeling the way I did today. I'm not one to leave bad reviews, but I hope my experience today prevents at least one person from supporting this business. read more

I hate to say I have never got a worse manicure. For $45 not including tip, the edges of my nails look so unprofessional. The paint of my nails is all over my fingers, outside my nails. I am so disappointed please do not ever go to this place. I'll try to post a photo but the manicure is so terrible, I am shocked. read more

Purity Nail Bar - A dip manicure ..... $45 - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

What a terrible experience. Was hoping for relaxing alone time from my family, and it was anything but. 20 minute pedicure and I even asked her for an extra massage and she declined. I would have tipped well. I am pregnant and due any minute but thanks so much for rushing me through my pedicure, and shipping me out the door. Maybe you shouldn't overbook because the place was packed for no reason. Oh and it was 1,000 degrees in there. Skip this place and go somewhere that has massage chairs. read more

Do not let the bad reviews sway you, I have gone to many nail salons and I also do nails. I really wanted an amazing set, and THEY DELIVERED. John is an artist along with every nail tech there. What they craft is very difficult and they make it look easy. The salon is extremely clean, the staff had impeccable manners. It was the best experience I have had, and the nails John crafted were better than I could have imagined. They went over every detail and made sure I was completely satisfied, no rush, and They were extremely gentle with my very thin and sensitive nails, and did not cut me once. I also watched them treat several other clients throughout the day with the same level of care, patience, and professionalism. Very relaxing and welcoming atmosphere read more

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Overall super satisfied !! If you are looking for a place that does GREAT shaping especially coffin this is it!! Quin ( sorry if I miss spelled her name) took care of me and she was so friendly and did exacly what I wanted. She took her time with each nail and definitely looked like she cared about the results. I received a full set for $55. The spot is beautiful very clean, everyone has a positive attitude, will definitely be coming back! I 100% would recommend this place! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Gel Full Set $55 color #13 - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

100% recommend. I receive lots of compliments on my nails and I'm always provided great service ! I always get my nails done here for special occasions. Definitely call ahead for appointments :)! read more

Purity Nail Bar - Full set acrylic with design - Nail Salons Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Would you pay $50 before tip for these nails? Didn't think so... First time coming here. Before I even got to the appointment which I made days ago, I was told that they had a customer show up late and if I could come 15 mins later when I was already on my way. The owner did my nails. Took over an hour for dip which usually takes 40 mins and somehow managed to make it look like shit. When removing my cuticles she cut me in a few places and when I told her it hurt she blamed it on my 'sensitive cuticles'. When I called and told the owner I was unhappy, she said she was trying to be careful because I was picky (rude) and when I asked for a refund, she told me she could fix it instead and could not issue a refund as it took her so long to do my nails. This already took an hour and half why would I go back to have them screw my nails up even further. Also how does she expect to fix this? Be aware that she can't take criticism and likes to start fights with her customers when they call and express that they are unhappy. I have been getting dip for years now and I know the quality I can expect with dip and this was not up to par, especially being much more expensive than other places that do a much much better job. I deleted this review yesterday because I started getting messages from some Wendy N. Person( most likely Quinn's fake account) calling me a cheap bitch and that I was trying to get a free manicure. However, I decided to put it back up because it's important for any potential customers to be aware of what type of business these people run. I posted their response to my post- Quinn was very quick to respond. Clearly she has more time to pick fights with her customers than do a decent job with nails. This place will never get my or my friends business again. Still picking off all the dip and polish off my cuticles. read more

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