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The Basement Hair Studio

4.4 (21 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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Haircut

Manicure

Manicure and pedicure

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I had a bad experience at another salon and decided to see if someone at The Basement Hair Studio could repair the damage. Jessica was a lifesaver! She fixed my color and my cut. I love it!! Thanks, Jessica!!!

I wanted a very light ombré look without going completely blonde at the bottom and Chelsea did an excellent job!
Emily H.

This salon is very professional and always does a great job! I go to Chelsea and I love her. The first time I came I wanted to get ombré but I have red hair and had never dyed it before so I was very, very nervous. She listened to everything I had say and understood what I wanted and executed it perfectly. I wanted a very light ombré, a nice faded look without going completely blonde on the bottom. It looks great and every time I go for a trim and a touch-up she continues to do a great job! This is now my go-to salon!

Oil Slick peekaboo and Brazilian blowout by Sammantha.
Amanda B.

I recently decided to update my hair as it was officially and old, boring, frizzy, curly mess. I hated my hair, to say the least. However, I'm also an individual who has an excessive amount of anxiety over salons and having anything done to my hair. After countless hours of searching through the selection of salons in the Fort Wayne area, and after reading more reviews than I can possibly count - I settled on The Basement. Sammantha was such a gem to work with. She was sweet, listened to all my ideas, and worked with me to make sure that what I wanted was actually possible. She definitely put me at ease and made the entire process painless for me. Not to mention she spent the better part of a day manhandling my unruly hair, all without complaint. She did a cut, an oil slick peekaboo and a Brazilian Blowout. I could not be happier. I'm already looking forward to the visiting The Basement for my next hair adventure.

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Have a bad cut from a beauty school, 5 weeks ago. Have been waiting for it to grow a little before having a "professional" try to correct some of the mess. I realize this will probably be a several month process. Someone here that can do?

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“The first impression was a wonderful, comfortable atmosphere, very friendly and honestly staff and of course Chelsea!!!”

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Glo Nail Bar - Nails and wine

Glo Nail Bar

3.4(54 reviews)
2.1 mi
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While visiting from Oregon, my mother and I found Glo Nail Bar on Yelp and decided to give it a…read moretry. Now it's rare I write reviews, but after seeing some negative ones, I wanted to share that our experience was actually excellent. The service we received was truly exceptional, and I felt it was important to counter the negative reviews with our positive experience. Our visit was fantastic, and I'm glad to share that! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by the owner, Frali, who was at the front counter. She was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. Even though we didn't have an appointment, Frali got us in immediately without any hassle. Both my mother and I had pedicures, and the atmosphere was calming, and the staff made sure we were comfortable and well taken care of. Two weeks later, while I was back home, my mom called to say she can't wait to go back. I wholeheartedly recommend Glo Nail Bar to anyone looking for exceptional service and a warm, welcoming environment. Thank you, Frali, and the entire team, for making our experience so wonderful!

went to this place a few months ago.. my review got deleted for some odd reason but the lady who…read moredid my nails was super pushy and rushed everything. mean attitude the whole time... she judged me for wearing a mask even tho I have to since Im high risk and if I get anything serious i could be hospitalized, she left me at the nail dryer for nearly way longer than I should've been in there, another lady came and got me and I sat in the waiting room waiting for my friends then the lady who did my nails came over and got nasty saying they weren't done then grabbed my hand and forcefully smudged my nail polish. not to mention she sliced my pinky with the nail file!!

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2.6(38 reviews)
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I'm not the biggest fan of this place. My mom, sister, cousin, and I came here on a Tuesday. The…read morefirst thing I wasn't a fan of was that all the technicians laughed at me when I said I wanted to sit in the middle seat. I found that to not be at all funny. Secondly, my person rushed through the nail care portion. I'm pretty sure I bled at one point and asked about it and was told "it's fine." Also, I was almost tricked into an upgrade I was told I needed because I have "so much callous" on my feet. I said no, the. She said "okay. Ten dollar more." I had repeat that I didn't want to pay extra. She then seemed to get mad at my choice and was quite harsh on my feet, even with my protests. Everything seemed rushed and it was not a relaxing experience. I don't know if that was because I refused the "nu treatment" or what, but I wasn't a fan. I also really don't like it when the technicians talk to each other the whole time. The only thing that saved this review was that I did really like the eyebrow wax I received. I will continue to go to queen nails and I suggest you save your money and do the same.

I've been seeing Kathy for years for pedicures. She's the best for me! I've tried many other places…read moreand get the best care from her.

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Nail Love - So chunky & thick & not smooth at all ! Literally have stuff in my nails

So chunky & thick & not smooth at all ! Literally have stuff in my nails

Nail Love - HORRIBLE WORK !!!!!!! Not smooth or clean left my nails very messy & thick I wanna cry :( I should've done it myself ...

HORRIBLE WORK !!!!!!! Not smooth or clean left my nails very messy & thick I wanna cry :( I should've done it myself ...

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Let’s Get Nailed - My amazing looking toes.

Let’s Get Nailed

3.6(21 reviews)
1.9 mi

I had a very good experience. I was a walkin and they walked me back to a pedicure chair right…read moreaway. I like that I didn't have to wait or schedule an appointment. Ulee was very kind, attentive, personable, and she did a great job on my gel manicure and pedicure. I did see what another customer mentioned about the brushes by the sink not being cleaned or maybe placed in barbicide or some similar could be an option? I opted not to use the brush to clean my nails. It is very clean, updated, nicely decorated, and they have so many colors, dips, polishes, and gels to choose from. They do serve wine if you're wanting to relax even more and possibly fall asleep in the chair. Ha! It was a calming experience! When I get my nails done I just feel pretty and feminine. Thank you Ulee for the great experience! I will be back soon! The staff seemed to get along well and were joking around with each other and we all were having a good time.

1/5 -- Let's Get Nailed, Dupont Road, Fort Wayne. I wish this had simply been a disappointing…read morepedicure, but my experience was uncomfortable from beginning to end. I work two jobs, often 11 hours a day, and had saved $40 to treat myself to a little relaxation. Instead, I left upset, in pain, and wishing I had gone somewhere else. I returned to the salon after work because Jenny, the owner, had missed the gel top coat on my entire right hand during my manicure. When I arrived, I noticed a strong marijuana-like smell, especially near the bathroom. I also saw Jenny come out looking startled, although I can't say what caused the odor. While she corrected my manicure, I asked about pedicure prices. She said $40. Since it was nearly closing time, I said I would come back another day, but she insisted there was plenty of time and encouraged me to sit down and relax. I took her at her word. Before the service, I noticed her whispering to another employee while looking me up and down, which felt uncomfortable. The pedicure itself seemed to last only about ten minutes. No one checked whether the water or hot towels were comfortable, and both felt painfully hot against my feet and legs on two occasions. The cuticles on three toes were cut, and I later developed what appeared to be an ingrown toenail. When I asked for my nails to be shortened and shaped so they wouldn't snag, Jenny said they don't use nail files during pedicures. I was confused about what exactly my $40 was paying for. The situation became even stranger when, from my chair, I saw Jenny touch her genital area over her clothing and then bring her hand to her nose and sniff. I found this deeply unpleasant to witness in a salon. Later, she commented that my feet looked like "little paws" and asked whether I would send her photos of them for her "personal use." I felt extremely uncomfortable and didn't understand why a routine nail appointment had turned into such a bizarre interaction. At that point I explained that I was unhappy with the rushed service, the painful heat, and the uncomfortable comments. I told her I would gladly have returned another day if there hadn't been enough time for a proper pedicure. According to my recollection, Jenny initially smiled, then shouted "No, no, no, no!" She called me a "c*nt" and made a disturbing remark about my height, saying I was short enough to be squished like a bug with my guts spilling out. I was shocked and wanted to leave, so I paid and walked out. Afterward, I called to ask for a refund of the $40 pedicure charge. I wasn't seeking anything extra; I just wanted to resolve an upsetting experience without further conflict. Jenny said she had tried to find me after I left to offer a $10 gift card, although she had watched me pay and leave without making that offer. I explained that I did not want a credit toward another visit. She refused a refund and, during our phone conversation, called me a "little bitch" and said the only way I would get my money back was through a chargeback. I would have preferred to handle this privately. What disappointed me most was not simply losing $40, but feeling that my concerns about the service and how I was treated were dismissed. I saved for a small moment of self-care and instead left feeling embarrassed, physically uncomfortable, and disrespected. This is my account of what I personally experienced; I cannot speak for other customers. I won't be returning, and I hope the owner takes customer feedback and professional boundaries more seriously in the future.

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Let’s Get Nailed - Pedicure chairs.

Pedicure chairs.

Let’s Get Nailed - Manicure stations

Manicure stations

Let’s Get Nailed - Gel builder fill, cut down, 1 nail fix, polish change $85

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The Basement Hair Studio - hair - Updated October 2026

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