I came in recently to have my acrylics (from a different salon) removed + a manicure to repair the nails. Low price: $12 manicure + $5 to have my acrylics removed. The table I was seated at still had a dirty towel from the last client with that person's fingernails strewn about. This towel, along with the last client's fingernails, was left for the duration of my appointment. When my own nails were trimmed, only at that point did the manicurist shake everything onto the floor. Looking around the salon, I saw random items like used nail separators strewn about on the floor. The fish tank was green and looked as though it desperately needed to be cleaned. Shadow Nails seemed pretty understaffed. During my time at the salon, several customers walked in for appointments and it looked like some of the women waiting for pedicures were waiting...a long time for someone to attend them. One walk-in pair of girls waited on the couch for maybe 15-20 minutes then left after not being seated for a manicure. One staff member sat down to attend a pedicure but was then asked by the manager to do my manicure instead. She looked visibly frustrated / annoyed with him. My manicure was done well, I was happy with the results and color. The back massage however was really weird - she seemed distracted, rushed through it, it was not relaxing or soothing whatsoever. read more

I've been to shadow nails twice and had two very different experiences. A few weeks ago I came in for a pedicure. The experience was wonderful! My toes looked great and the prices were unbeatable. I was particularly impressed with the selection of colors and how friendly the staff was... I thought I had found my go-to nail salon. Today I went in for a shellac manicure and am very disappointed. Simply put, my nails look sloppy. I selected a khaki color, and I almost think the nail tech (one of the owners) couldn't see the polish clearly. My cuticles look messy. The polish application looks like something I could have done at home... Not completely awful, but certainly not salon quality. Unfortunatly, I will need to find a different nail salon. read more

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Comfortable with several chairs and easy appointments. Very expert artists and know their business. Clean and covid safe. read more

I'm pretty sure if Unicorns had fingers and nails they would go to Shadow Nails to have them done! Thanks Justin! read more

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Really good . Justin did a great job. I asked him for marble design full set on my natural long nails. He did everything so patiently and nicely. He asked me on every step that iam I liking it or not. Really nice manicure, with hand massage on my arms, hands and back. Iam very happy with my nails. read more

Shadow Nails - Marble effect on my nails. - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been here a couple times, but yesterday's visit was top notch! My friend and I walked in, they were obviously pretty busy, but told us to sit down anyway and they'd be right with us. No biggie, just having some girl time after a long week. I decide to switch it up a bit and get a gel manicure instead of just the tips, so they start getting to work (it's been a long time and I'm a nail biter, so it's no easy task). Eventually they ask me to pick out my color, and as I'm browsing, I see some "mood changing" polish. Cue the eye roll, but I figured why not? If it works, awesome, if not, I like both the colors, so it'll work out. THIS STUFF IS SO COOL! I had no idea it existed! My friend and I both audibly gasped, literally shocked, when I pulled my hand out of the uv light. Needless to say, I will be back in a couple weeks for a new one! Thank you, ladies!! read more

Shadow Nails - The color changes when it's warm/cold!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My nails came out wonderfully. There were a few flaws that I pointed out and they were not fixed. Just attempted to cover it up. I got the shalack French tips. Black too with a silver line at the bottom. The flaws were the silver line were a little smudged and uneven. And a black hair was caught in the clear coat. I was basically told its not noticeable. Which its not. But I noticed. And then can't un notice. I will be back. I really liked it there. I went in not sure if I should get shalack or acrylic. She said I have wonderful nails and should ruin them with acrylics. I appreciated that should could have talked me into it just for more money. But she didn't. I will be back for sure. read more

Shadow Nails - Love the nails and the stone. But you can see the fine black hair on the ring finger. I'll still be back for more. They are sweet - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love shadow nails! They do a great job for a low price. They have a great atmosphere and all of the workers are friendly! They also have the cutest dog that has different outfits. read more

I decided to hit up a nail salon in my neighborhood since I needed a stat mani-pedi before my vacation. Luckily, Shadow Nails was a walk away from my place and only charged $30 for a mani-pedi. Overall, I enjoyed the services here. The lady gave me a nice calf and shoulder massage that almost knocked me out. Aside from that, it was unfortunate that my mani started chipping two days after. I've never experienced that with the other nails salons I've tried so I was pretty disappointed. However, my pedi has lasted over a week so I'm not quite sure why my mani didn't last as long since I used the same polish. I would come back due to the massage but I'll probably try their shellac next time around. read more

They did it the perfect way I asked/imaged (such a beautiful shape) but the materials they used weren't sanitized that much. read more

Shadow Nails - 61 blue, i love the shape! - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came in for the first time and saw Justin. Such a great experience. The shop is very clean, the tools are clean, brand new files are used. They even use a plastic barrier in the pedi bowls which is a wonderful way to prevent the spread of fungus. I received a shellac mani and I feel spoiled. At the end, I received a wonderful hand and arm massage, a hot towel for my hands, and even a fantastic back massage to top it all off. My nails look amazing. I will totally come back. Also, the cutie little shop dog is adorable to look at. Highly recommend. read more

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"Nailed it!" Love Chinh! He's fun to talk to and you get a good back/neck massage while you're fingers are in foil. I met a customer who's been going to this team for over a decade. The photos are of my favorite set. I'm a happy customer for 4 months now! They treat everyone with respect and you don't feel like they're talking crap about you which I've felt at other at other nail salons. Never going anywhere else! read more

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Literally my favorite place I've went for lashes and nails there's very nice staff and it's very clean!

Great experience today on one of the hottest days on record. I made a same day appointment and was seen to within 20 min of the appointment. Everyone was hot, but they did their best to ensure comfort. Thanks for the great manicure!! read more

Updated review: I still LOVE it here, won't see anyone else for nails. Updated review to add more pictures of my nails and also some of the gel colors! read more

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I can't believe I found a place that is not only friendly and accommodating but can do so many different kinds of nail art and well. This is my go to from now on read more

Shadow Nails - Exactly like the picture I wanted. Excuse the gross the feet... years of ice skating and a few broken toes. Beautiful design - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

New owner, only one employee, the women who did my nails put half of my tips on crooked and to fix it she cut the length and put a new tip on the already crooked one. Half of my nails are thinner then the others and my nails look nothing like i asked. I asked for sns dip and she used acrylic anyway. Not the same shadow nails it use to be. read more

This was my first time going to Shadow Nails. I read several reviews before I went there to see who I should get my nails done by and ended up making an appointment with Justin. I made my appt later in the evening so when I got there, there was only one other person in there. Justin was very nice and kept a friendly conversation as he asked me about my nails and what I wanted. He explained to me that a fresh set would be the best option since I had a glitter ombre and would show through the fill in and not look as good. I took his advice and I'm so glad that I did. He was very gentle and gave me exact what I wanted. I am very particular about how my nails are done and am picky with my shape (coffin/narrow coffin) I was clear that I wanted a French ombré with a consistent nail thickness (previous nails where all over the place). He did just that! The salon isn't the fanciest but definitely would recommend Justin and will be going back! Plus, their prices were really fair. read more

Shadow Nails - French ombré by Justin - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I made an appointment and showed up ten minutes early to pick my nail color. I ended up waiting 20 minutes past my appointment time because they were overbooked. After finally getting seated for my shellac mani and French pedi, my uncomfortable, painful, and just overall unpleasant experience began. I had a guy doing my nails and a nice and thorough lady do my toes, which I really appreciated. My unpleasant experience began with how unsanitary the place was. It smelled like sweet sweat, the seat felt sticky, they reused all these utensils on me, and I couldn't wait to get home and wash off my body. It felt like they were rubbing in filth into my skin. I have a dog bite on my thumb and index finger that was still somewhat new, so I warned the guy to please be careful with those two fingers. He was rough from the start. I informed him I had shellac on my nails and he audibly sighed, and rushed to get this giant and rough filer. I have NEVER had my shellac manicure removed at a salon this way before, and I have had many shellac manicures in my life. He roughly filed off each fingernail to the point where it felt thin and sensitive. He clutched onto my fingers that we're injured and even with my wincing he just kept on. He clipped my cuticles so roughly and quickly that it hurt and was not even nicely done. I couldn't wait to go home and clip off the parts he missed. Then he started to polish my nails and would jam my hand into the light causing my nails to hit the back. On top of all of that, he got my color selection wrong, finished one finger and asked me if I liked it. I told him it looked different from what I chose and he told me I chose this one. I felt uncomfortable challenging him and just told him it was fine, because quite honestly, the color he ended up choosing wasn't a bad one. After he was finished, he began messaging lotion onto my hands and was SO rough with my injured fingers, which are obviously injured. You cannot miss these cuts. I winced and moved my hand back and he apologized but then proceeded to be just as rough as before. Don't even get my started on the hot towel. He rubbed the towel into my cuts completely forgetting about them yet again. Yes, readers, I understand how I probably should not have come here with my injured fingers, but I thought a warning to please be careful would be sufficient and that he wouldn't be squeezing and rubbing my cuts the way he did. After all this, my nails ended up looking pretty good, so I can't say it was all bad. I just had a rough week and really just wanted to relax with a mani pedi. The experience was ruined for me, but the outcome was fine. read more

Update 2wks Im sad to say that unfortunately before my 2wks 4 of my nails broke off and most of my nails lifted. Really bummed I really wanted to like this place. read more

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I love it here. Very friendly and convenient location away from the hustle and bustle of downtown greenwood. They're always accommodating for last minute appointments and do a great job! read more

In today's times, when you know better, act better. In hindsight I should have looked more thoroughly into the "salon". You understand there may be messes at times but you expect someone to be prompt about restoring the shop to hygienic standards. Nope! Not only did I feel uncomfortable in the salon, but upon looking online I see this is how a business owner is CHOOSING to respond to guests. Hard working people who gave their money wanting a hygienic, kind and talented service. It's utterly disgusting the level of depravity displayed by the owner Vu L, from Shadow Nails. From the insults to broken English with a "Best Regards" at the end of every rude response to people, when we have EVERY RIGHT TO REVIEW THEIR BUSINESS. Don't be lazy. Find a new salon, where they are thankful regardless of what you think of them for choosing to spend your money at their establishment. My experience was sub par and I will not be returning. You can scrape through unscathed but why support this type of behavior and business operation?? Pass. Dear owner, No, I do not operate any type of business. read more

Shadow Nails - A direct message from the manager less than 48 hours after my review with a threatening tone. Disgraceful behavior - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I heard that it was sold and is under new management and Justin & Chinh don't work there any more.. I heard the service is bad and not good work either read more

Literally the worst experiences I have ever had with a nail tech. I called for a nail repair as my normal tech was on vacation. They kindly agreed to see me. I was warmly greeted when I arrived. The woman who was going to do my repair had on a lovely set of acrylics that I complimented. I wear my nails longer than average, she commented on this when putting on the new tips for the repair. As she started applying the acrylic I could tell she was not very experienced but let her continue, thinking she can correct when she files them. She filed and shaped and then told me, 'when you go to a different salon, we cannot give you the same shape'. (My nails are coffin shaped.) I then brought my index fingers and ring fingers together to compare the repair vs my existing nail. This woman laughed out loud at her own work. The nails were extremely different lengths and shapes. The shape she had given me would not have been acceptable to anyone. It was lop sided and lumpy, the nail was completely crooked. She told me she could start over but there was no way she would be able to give me the same shape due to the type of tip they use. She then says she DOES NOT DO LONG NAILS!!!! She also stated the nails she had on she did not get done at her salon, so I could not expect mine to look like that. I feel like she should have been honest about what she could do for me from the beginning. If you do not have the correct skill set or the correct tips, you should tell your client. Instead she tried to do a half ass job and literally laughed in my face when I was unhappy with the service. I now have three VERY soar fingers from the terrible remove job that followed. She didn't even finish removing the acrylic from the nails she failed to repair. I will not be going back to Shadow Nails and I would advise you use extreme caution before you do so. read more

The first time I went to Shadow Nails I didn't like it so much, because my nails were designed very different from my original shape, then I came back the next week and asked her how I wanted it and she did a great job! The third time she just rocked!!! Now I love how she does my nails and it's exactly how I asked her to do!!! The lady is fast Nd also takes good care of what she's doing. I love going there, it's my favorite Nails place in Seattle!!! :) Highly recommend!!! read more

Shadow Nails - Done by the lady on Shadow Nails. Love it!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Today was my first time coming to Shadow Nails and I'm very impressed with their selection of nail color options, and their quality of work. I came in to get a powder gel fill over my poly gel nails that I had done by a different nail salon, and I wasn't sure how it was going to turn out. My nails turned out fabulous, thanks to Justin. Shadow Nails will now be my regular nail salon. Thanks again! read more

Shadow Nails - Nails slayed by Justin - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I decided to check this place out because of the good reviews. I made an appointment a couple of days before for a shellac manicure and pedicure. I always arrive about 15 minutes early to appointments and when I did at this place, it was not open yet. There was another customer who was waiting for the doors to open like I was, and her appointment was scheduled before mine. At any rate, once they arrived at the shop, staff were scrambling to get ready and the final shellac job that was done on my hands and feet was sloppy. The staff person that painted the polish on did not paint it evenly, so in certain spots, the paint was patchy and the person did not clean up residual paint that was on around my cuticles. Sloppy, sloppy, sloppy... I won't be going back. read more

Worst place ever came yesterday 2/25/19 to get my nails did and one broke the next day.TODAY!!! As I'm writing the review.this is the worst shop over priced and worst costumer service ever!!!! read more

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I went in for SNS full set, and came home 6weeks later with 6 of my nails lifting from the nail bed. Also being accused of going somewhere else in between appointments. The tips were too big for my nails causing the nail to lift. Only reason it was discovered was because I wanted to change the color at that time was told they had to completely take off my set to do so. I've never had to do this over the 5 years I've been doing SNS at other salons in the area. I originally came here due to the nail art that was posted and the beautifully sculpted nails. Mine looked like LEGO's because there was so much product in them. I opted out of design because they were so bulky, but gave the 2 more times to see if things got better over time. I hate writing bad reviews, and I tried to deal with this with them directly. Please proceed with caution. Over the 30 years I've had nail services done I've never had this problem read more

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I have gone many places in my search for a good dipping powder manicure and this is by far the best. The shop seemed very busy, maybe short staffed? My friend and I had appointments for 6pm. Her normal gel manicure was started right away. My dipping powder with tips and a bit of "nail art" started about 30 min later. Lots of options for color. I showed the guy(I think his name was Justin?) A picture of what color/design I wanted and another picture of the length. He matched both perfectly!!!! Which was a first in my experience. He was fast and friendly. The price was good. A week later my nails are still great! I work with my hands in water all day so offten after a week the nails start to come off. I will be coming back for sure! I have found that when I get tips added the manicure comes out either super thick, or my nails are filed so thin that they rip once the polish is gone. Not here. The nails were perfect. read more

New favorite salon! Super polite and helpful staff. They got me water, had lots of nail options, and were really kind. I tend to bite my nails so when I get my nails done, I tend to get judge mental comments. Not here! They were very polite to me and just wanted me to have the most positive nail experience possible. Bonus points for having the cutest dog around! My nail tech even changed order of operations so I could pet the puppy with my other hand. The techs are great about receiving feedback and doing what you ask for. Asked lots of questions to ensure I was happy! Anytime I was about to ask for something to be fixed or altered, the nail tech would do it before I could ask! They had a girl come in and ask for dip powder (not knowing what that was) and got so angry with how thick it came out (that's what dip powder does, girl). She caused quite a scene, but the staff was very cordial in spite of her rude behavior! I will definitely return to relax and get a nice manicure done soon. read more

I love this place but I won't be coming back. The last 3 times I SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT, I ended up waiting up to an hour or more. Either double booking or letting walk-ins take my scheduled appointment? read more

First of all!! Shout out the owner and his cousin for seriously the best costumer clap backs I am here for travel and stop in because my nails were a hot mess! I left a very happy costumer after getting my nails done with SNS...whenever I am in Seattle I will definitely stop in. Keep doing a great job your hard work is amazing and your loyal real costumers are what matter anyways. read more

So kind and clean! He did exactly what I wanted and checked in to make sure I was happy at every step!!! I never review but this was just so nice and I will definitely be back! read more

Shadow Nails - Dip with tip - Nail Salons Near Me - Seattle, Washington

They did such a great job with my nails the work and effort they put into my nails is amazing, I can say they will make sure you get what you want and make you feel comfortable, very friendly service! I would definitely come back if I didn't lived to far, I would recommend this place to anyone who's looking for a nice spa day :) read more

I came here because a friend recommended me and I was more than satisfied. My nails look perfect and the have organic non toxic alternatives. Ask for Lee. He's the best! read more

I've been going to Shadow Nails for almost 2 years. My regular manicurist is "Cathy," although that's clearly her anglicized name because she (and every other Nail Technician in this country) is Vietnamese. Before going to Shadow Nails I went to 3 other manicurists and wasn't completely satisfied for one reason or another. Cathy does a solid job, and the price is very reasonable. A hidden jewel in the salon is "Trini," who is the hairstylist. Her work is exceptional for both men and women. There are very, very few hairstylists who can style both men's and women's hair well, but Trini is one of those people. Trini is also the salon's esthetician, and she does full-body waxing, even for men. There aren't many Waxing Technicians here in Seattle who will do that. That having been said, the entire salon needs to undergo a thorough, deep cleaning, and the entire interior needs to be completely updated. read more

I got on here yesterday looking for a nail salon to try out. One of the reviews said the gave a small back massage with a manicure so I figured they meant that the salon had message chairs. No the girl actually gives you a hands on shoulder rub It was awesome. I got a manicure with a french tip, pedicure and a brow wax and the whole thing cost me only $43. When they were done with the pedicure she didnt make me get out of the nice message chair, she just did the manicure right there and did a great job! I just cant say enough good things about this place! read more

The people working are super nice... but the cost sucks. I spent $100 on nails with butterfly's on them. They charged me so much for the length of the nail that wasn't that long. If you have money it's a great place to go, if you don't then good luck‍ read more

Had an awesome experience at shadow nails! Had a long day walking around Seattle. My boyfriend and I both had a pedi and manicure. Great service and great prices! Will be back!!! read more