Shear Excellence Salon

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I called them on a Saturday in need of a major haircut. I got tired of my shoulder length hair…read more The stylist Courtney helped me pick out just the right short hair look. It was a Pixie cut. My husband and I thought it would look cute on me. My husband liked the way my mom looked with it. Courtney had pretty much finished the right side of my heading and I told her to stop. She patiently listened to me as I explained why I stopped her. The reason had to do with the fact I was looking too much like my mom and it was freaking me out. I love my mom dearly. She died two years ago. I told Courtney I wanted the Pixie cut but jazz it up a little. To be honest I was loving the way the longer hair on my left side was falling on my face. I had always wanted an asymmetrical cut but bin too shy to do it. She loved the idea and thought it looked good on me so we did it. I was giggling like a school girl bouncing my head around running my fingers through my hair as she is trying to work. This lovely lady was laughing and having as much fun as I. I Love This Place. Oh and all I have to do is pull that extra hair behind my ear. It looks just like a regular hair style. For less than $20 I got two hair styles. Pretty Awesome.

Fashion Nails

2.0

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1.1 mi

I went to Fashion Nail on recommendation from a friend and am so happy I did. I had a pedicure by…read moreJon and it was amazing. He is so personable and friendly. His service is meticulous and professional. My feel look so good for the sandal season. I will definitely be booking a repeat appointment with Jon

I went in and got Mani /Pedi (my own nails) I didn't add anything fake and was charged 105.00 -I…read morewill not recommend them or ever go back their again .

Style FX Salon & Tanning

(9 reviews)

0.4 mi

Michelle did an amazing job with my hair coloring and cut. Could not be happier with my experience…read more:)

PattI is the owner and has been doing my hair for years, shes amazing with her talents and…read moreexperience. I absolutely love her!!! I tan here also. Clean and affordable! I'd never go anywhere else.

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Anna's Nail Salon

I visited this nail shop for the second time ever yesterday. My daughter lives in Champaign and the…read morelast time we came was in February of this year to get pedicures for her birthday. We both thought they did a great job and our pedicures lasted a long time. Unfortunately when I came by myself yesterday, I had a very different experience. I called ahead to reserve an appointment at 4pm just to be safe. The gentleman who worked there answered my call and just agreed to my appointment time and was about to hang up, I said don't you want my name? He said what's your name? I told him, and he said ok see you at 4. When I arrived at the nail shop the man who answered the phone was at the first nail desk closest to the door working on a customer. There were two other women nail techs working on customers who just looked at me as I walked in. No greeting. The man didn't look up and said "can I help you?" I responded saying I have a 4pm pedicure appointment. He said "ok pick your color" never looking at me once. I picked my color and took a seat. I did not wait long before one of the ladies came to get me. I do not have much to comment on related to her pedicure on my feet. She didn't ask me if I wanted my toenails cut which usually is common practice, but other than that, the pedicure was pretty standard. She made some errors with paint on my skin but cleaned it up and the finished product is fine. She made no conversation whatsoever, though I cannot confirm or deny whether or not that was due to her limited English because I only heard her speak another language. The disturbing part of this visit was the conversation between a white woman and one of the nail techs right next to me. That nail tech was definitely trying to keep up conversation with the white woman and at at one point the white woman mentioned that she didn't realize she had this coming Thursday off. (Due to Juneteenth) The nail tech, who is an Asian woman, asked what's the holiday, the white woman fumbled for an answer and ultimately googled to find out what the holiday was and what it represented. The Asian woman asked "are you getting paid for the holiday?" The white woman said yes. And the nail tech responded "well as long as you're getting paid who cares that's great enjoy yourself!" As a Black woman who is literally sitting in the chair right next to them as they had this conversation- and NO ONE had the self awareness to recognize how deeply offensive that exchange was!! #1 for both of these women, one of whom is of a marginalized identity, to be oblivious to WHAT Juneteenth is, is disgraceful. #2 after they both "learned" that the holiday was about the eradication of the enslavement of Black people, and then to say "who cares as long as you're getting paid" is the most disrespectful and disgusting thing a fellow woman of color could possibly say. And to say it in front of a Black woman. Her deep need for white acceptance made her oblivious to how terribly ignorant she looks. I hope she reads this review and I hope she understands she has betrayed herself and her sister in this world. I do not recommend this business to anyone, but especially not for any people of color as they clearly have no respect or desire for our patronage. There are plenty of other options and I hope this business reaps the karma it is sowing.

I asked for a plain colored nail with stripes and when I showed the guy the inspiration picture…read more(below) he laughed in my face. I have been here before and they did a good job but with the disrespect, I do not plan on going back. I do not understand why they can not do stripes, and if they can't, there was no need to laugh in my face.

Multi color blue tipped nails.

Orange, magnetic, acrylic nails with star stickers.

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Art Nails

4.9

(9 reviews)

12.9 mi

New to IL and live in a nearby smaller town and read a few reviews for nail salons in the Champaign…read morearea. While shopping Saturday I thought to call and ask if we could get appointments for mani pedis. Surprised the answer was yes and within an hour. We arrived early but promptly seated at the pedi chairs. The workers here are friendly, take their time servicing clients and the salon is relaxing.

I did a walk in pedi today and it's the best one I've had in a while. Says it's vinkat salon north…read morenow and under new management. Great service and very clean

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VinKat Salon & Spa

4.6

(10 reviews)

14.4 mi

Such a pleasant and friendly salon with a lot to offer! The inside is clean and modern, and the…read morestaff are very friendly. The deluxe pedicure didn't feel rushed and I appreciated how much care was put into my pedicure (I think her name was Theou? I may be spelling it wrong). They offer a variety of beauty services ranging from waxing to head spa massages (I get head spa treatments out on the West Coast to exfoliate my scalp, they are so awesome and come across as hard to find!!). They also have a large selection of polishes and really comfortable massage chairs. Everything inside is new and updated. Only thing is there wasn't any music playing, so at times it felt too quiet. I enjoyed my experience and will be back when I am in town again and highly recommend this place! I'd also like to add to counter the one negative review - the towels were very fresh, the cuticle work was excellent, and the decor is anything but outdated.

I had a spa day with my daughter, niece, and my dad. Everyone was very satisfied with their…read moremanicure and pedicure. The atmosphere is very inviting, and all of the staff were very welcoming and patient. My daughter loved her manicure and pedicure, especially the scrub, hot towel, and massage. Everyone paid attention to details, was very professional, and attentive to our needs. The young lady working with my dad had him telling jokes. He was also so relaxed that he fell asleep before his service was done. She was so patient and handled my 82 year old dad with care. I can't wait to book a future appointment to try their new head spa and facial!

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Tee Nails & Spa

Health Safety is there number one priority Thank you !! I appreciate it! My dear friend from…read moreDanville is so talented and respectful! Good talks!

They were able to take 2 pedicures as walk-ins after being turned away (short staffed) from…read morerecommended nail shop. Place was clean, busy and my nail tech applied extra attention to areas that normally I would point out if first time visit. When in town again I would patronize.

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Lovely Nails

Another beautiful job by Mollie This was another amazing…read morejob by this super sweet lady thank you for always being available to meet my needs and supersede my expectations. Great place good people.

Had a wonderful experience and beautiful nails! Took my daughter (12) to get her acrylic nails for…read morethe first time, and I had a regular mani. Very friendly, and gentle. My daughter was super happy!

Lovely Nails regular manicure. (Opi Tutti Fruiti)

My new ombré set

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3 days later! After scrubbing dishes and spring cleaning no less

Angel Nails

I had a pedicure at Angel Nails on the afternoon of July 8, 2025. I began to experience foot pain…read morearound my big toe the morning of July 9 which increased through the day. Because the pain was so intense I went to Christie Clinic and saw Dr Okyne who ordered tests. By Saturday July 12 my whole foot was swollen and red and hot so I went to Christie Convenient Care where I saw Dr Johnston who told me I had a serious infection called Cellulitis. He prescribed a ten day antibiotic (Augmentin). I am convinced that the source of this infection is the pedicure at Angel Nails in the Meijer store on North Prospect. Also, they did a terrible mani/pedi on my husband. The tech cut his toe nails so short that they bled when he took his walk the morning after.

I 've been here before but this recent visit, I was disappointed. I came on a Sunday for just a…read morepedi and mani. It was only 3 customers there. I was seated for my pedi and I felt like the process was rushed. When I asked about the pricing, she talked to me in a rude way like I was asking too many questions. She barely put on the polish right to my satisfaction. When it was time to for my mani, I ended up getting the full set because regular mani was $45 and gel was $50. The guy that did my hands seemed to be rushing as well and cut my skin using the file board He did't ask if I wanted my actual nails cut and it was too late before I could say anything. I was not too happy with this visit.

Nails, uneven, raggedy cuticles, polish already needing redone not even all the way to the cuticle on pinky finger, bubbles in top coat.

Cellulitis from Angel Nails pedicure

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Euphoria Nails

3.8

(4 reviews)

11.1 mi

My granddaughter and I get our nails done at this location. The nail tech is always so friendly,…read moreand takes care of my eight year old little girl well. The building is clean and tidy, with a nice selection of nail colors. We were able to get walk in appointments, which was really nice for our special day out.

Friendly people and relaxing atmosphere. My nails look perfect! I am definitely going back.read more

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Stacy R.

3 years ago

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Dashae at Shear Expressions for a cut and color, and let me tell you, it was an extraordinary experience! From the moment I walked in, Dashae made me feel welcomed and at ease with her warm and friendly demeanor. The first thing that struck me was the attention to detail she displayed during our consultation. Dashae took the time to truly understand my hair goals and offered valuable suggestions and insights. Her expertise and knowledge were evident, and I instantly felt confident in her abilities. When it came time for the actual service, Dashae's skills truly shined. She effortlessly executed the cut, ensuring that every strand was perfectly crafted. The end result was a hairstyle that exceeded my expectations and made me feel like a million bucks! But it doesn't stop there - Dashae's talent truly shines through when it comes to color. She expertly blended hues that complemented my skin tone flawlessly, resulting in a vibrant and natural-looking finish. But what really sets Dashae apart is her attention to the little details. During the shampooing process, I was treated to an absolutely heavenly hand massage. It was pure bliss! I would gladly go in just for a wash because of how incredible that experience was. Dashae's commitment to providing a holistic and enjoyable salon experience is truly commendable. Overall, I cannot recommend Dashae at Shear Expressions enough. Her skills, professionalism, and warm personality create an exceptional salon experience. Whether you're in need of a cut, color, or simply a relaxing wash, Dashae will go above and beyond to ensure you leave feeling pampered and beautiful. Trust me, you won't be disappointed! read more

Cathy B.

2 years ago

No one better Jen is freaking awesome she makes you feel comfy always asks what you like and how. She knows her stuff. Hannah is my wax girl another awesome team person no one better and she makes you feel so comfortable as well read more

Payton R.

7 years ago

Love my hair! Kalli is so amazing as usual and everyone at the salon is very friendly and so nice!

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