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    Tropical Nails

    3.6 (90 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

    Services - Tropical Nails

    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

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    I love this spot. I've gone for pedicures and gem manicures and they do a thorough job and give great massages. I just had a gel manicure with Phoebe and she did such a great job and asked me repeatedly if it looked good before I left.

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    Alexandra F.

    I came in here with my friend on a little self care date and we were so happy that we went there. We came in close to closing but the ladies were so nice to us and did our pedicure without rushing, taking their time and they really made our experience so relaxing. I mentioned that my birthday was coming up soon and they were so kind to do a little design on our pedicure as gift

    Gel nail with a pretty pink color
    Christy G.

    I went off a yelp review and was not disappointed! Most salons rush you through the process. Not this place. I did not feel rush to pick a color and the ladies did a very thorough job! Also, they were very friendly and clean. I had a mani/pedi/gel and eyebrow waxing. Very happy with my results. Thank you! I will be back!

    Richard V.

    Nice place for me to get a foot scub every once in a while. Great people! Fair price.

    Chelsi M.

    Came in a few days ago and got a Gel Manicure done. I wasn't too thrilled with the outcome, but it was closing time, and the lady seemed tired, so no biggie. She also made an attempt at fixing some bubbles that showed up in the gel polish. Made an appointment for a gel pedicure "deluxe" which ended up being $40. Since it's COVID time, I don't mind the prices being a little more. She sugar scrubbed my feet and legs, used wax on my feet, then massaged my legs ALL before putting Gel Polish on my toes!! Such a wonderful day off relaxation experience. I recommend making appointments ahead of time for earlier in the day or opening. That way the ladies aren't exhausted from clients.

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    Mara R.

    I was tired of my manicures lasting less than a week from a different salon in town. I live close by to Tropical Nails so I decided to pop in. I got a mani/pedi. My manicure lasted beautifully for just shy of 3 weeks. Pedi still going strong. Linda did my manicure. She is an artist who works with her heart. I went back and she recommended for me to put powder under the gel manicure to help keep my nails healthy. I am in LOVE with this fresh mani and will definitely go back to Linda!

    Mani 5 days later - perfection!
    Gabby G.

    Tropical is my neighborhood nail salon. As a nail biter with thin nails, I cannot take the on off of gel. Tropical knew how to help me by adding powder first and then gel. It's been a game changer for me. My photo is 5 days after the manicure! I love them' thank you tropical nails!

    Always attentive to the customer! :)

    Tropical Nails is a Women Owned Nail Salon located in midtown Santa Cruz on the corner of Soquel and Seabright Ave (next to ACE Hardware). For over a decade I have been a regular, pampering myself with pedicures and Gellac nails; Facial waxing and more. With an esthetician on staff, it's easy to swing by for a quick facial to kick off the weekend looking your best. While I have checked out another salon from time to time over the years, I always return to Tropical Salon because of the exceptional service. If you are in need of a little pampering after a year long pandemic, please call (831) 458-9607 and schedule your escape; and support this Women's Owned Business.

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    I am so happy with my GEL NAILS from Diep at Tropical Nail. Still looking good after 3 weeks! No peeling or lifting!

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    Great experience! Will come back soon. Love the staff and location!!! Got a pedicure and manicure.

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    4.8(59 reviews)
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    I was so happy to find Prism Beauty! They have the best ambiance, customer service, and…read morecleanliness. I'll be going here for all my mani/pedi needs, the fact that sterilization is their top priority you had me at sterile! I came in with a picture for a gel manicure and Katessa hooked me up with exactly that! Thanks girl

    I was debating writing this, I haven't had this bad of nails in a very long time. I had scheduled a…read moregelx and had to reschedule, I quickly agreed to the new date and didn't realize that it rescheduled to just gel, which I take accountability for not completely reading the full message. She worked around it and called her boss (next client) to see if she could come a little later. My baby was with me due to unforeseen circumstances and it was a little awkward. The owner showed her a Barbie doll and was helpful toward that situation. My nails she messed up on didn't put the bonding glue on a nail and continued. They seemed fine till I left and noticed 2 of the nails completely crooked and when messaged about it she said she adjusted the tip for nail bed and Is out of town and to file it cause that's what she would do. My other fingers were straight, never had a problem before. It was on a Friday and by Monday a couple of the nails were falling off and broken. I don't do much with my hands so for 80$ nails and 20$ tip, to fall off within less than 3 days isn't great. I have paid way less and they lasted longer and looked better and if not they would have me come back in and take off the nail and re-do it. A second one split 5 days in, they looked rushed and not put on correctly

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    What a wonderful experience to receive a pedicure in a clean, quiet, relaxing atmosphere! The cute…read moreand cozy reception area is welcoming and a nice place to wait before your service. I booked my appointment in advance online and was seen at my scheduled time. The pedicure I received the other day was one of the best I've ever had, and I've had a lot! It's all the little details like the temperature of the water, the paraffin application, gentleness of the filing and the magical leg/foot massage that give a 5 star rating. What you'll find here are high end polishes to choose from, expert application of polish, as little or as much chatting as you like and feel like a valued patron not being rushed.

    I spent the weekend in Capitola and really needed a massage. I found Opal Spa through a Google…read moresearch and was able to book a last-minute appointment. The front retail area is beautiful. I felt so comfortable when I walked in. I met my masseuse Lam, who brought me to my room. Another beautiful space! The spa music, electric fireplace, and pre-warmed table are so wonderful. The best part of this visit was Lam. I've had so much back pain lately, and she found each knot and ache and worked them over. I would say this massage is one of the best I have ever had. I floated out of the room! Lam is so friendly and professional. This will be the only place I go to whenever I come to Capitola. Thank you!

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