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    Van’s Nails

    4.2 (323 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Services - Van’s Nails

    Nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

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    Swathi G.

    I'm a regular since past few months and I found my place. Van(owner) is just brilliant at her work and is extremely friendly. She is helpful when I need her to suggest a color that works for my brown skin tone. Until I met Van, I used to spend a lot on gel nails and they used to peel off in a week or 10 days for me. Van was the first one who told me I have oily nail beds and it would be a good idea to try dipping powder. My last manicure lasted me a whole month!!!! I'm so glad I found Van.

    i love this design so much!!!
    Joanne C.

    update! if you want chrome/foil designs definitely come here! i keep coming back here because the people are so nice and my nails always turn out amazing! + van's has all sorts of chrome powders, foils, foil tape, etc. and she is so detail-oriented that the designs i ask for come out so pretty! + she also makes great recommendations which is great since i'm very indecisive lol + i will definitely keep coming back to try out new designs that van's has to offer!!!

    Milena Y.

    Van is amazing! I first got a gel manicure there about 3 weeks ago with one of her girls and went back, and it only got better! For the 3 weeks, my natural nails were still strong and never chipped. Van and her girls are patient and meticulous about their work. It was joy to sit and chat with her while she made my nails wonderful! Will definitely return. Thanks again Van!

    $20 shellac mani by Michelle :)
    Corina M.

    YES YES YES!! Found my new nail spot here in the South Bay! Michelle is truly a gem, a diamond in the rough & my new go-to girl! *call first, so they can accommodate you & not rush or have to turn you away *very clean salon, tucked away within a ghetto looking building & a sort-of steel bullet proof door LOL *street parking & a small private parking lot in the back *Shellac Mani: $20, Pedicure: $17 *they take card: very easy to leave tip too!! That's appreciated! Michelle was so genuine & gave me good advice on how to grow out my nails & keep them healthy. Came in on a Wednesday afternoon & she took her time on me & I never felt that she rushed. She's so gentle too!!! I didn't even squirm during my pedicure; in normally so ticklish that I'm literally jumping out of my chair. All in all, so excited to have found this salon. I started a stamp card & will be back to see Michelle every time :)

    French tip shellac
    Vivian A.

    This place is located in a small 3-store strip mall on Lafayette between Reed and El Camino, almost right under the railroad overpass. Drive too fast and you might miss it. The parking lot can hold about 6 cars. The place is small but the service is nice. The girls here are really sweet and they keep to your appointment time (which I appreciate). There are about four pedicure salon chairs in there (if you're looking to see how many girls you can bring). FRENCH TIP SHELLAC: Van is super nice. It was my first time getting shellac and she explained how to care for them and what to expect. I never felt rushed and she made sure my nails were exactly how I wanted them. ($20 for Shellac, $5 for French). FRENCH TIP PEDICURE: The other lady was really nice. She too, made sure my nails were perfect. She trimmed all my janky cuticles away and my toosies are super happy and pretty! YAY! ($15 for pedicure, $5 for French). Frequent visitor punch card available. I think I just found my new nail spot.

    Way too thick on my nail
    Aunnie T.

    This review is a follow up of my nails that were done two days ago. Horrible job on my manicure bc my cuticles are already coming out. Also I got the gel which was applied too thickly and already peeling when other nail places last about 2-3 weeks. It was applied too thickly that when my nail grows out it will be uneven when compared to my original nail because the gel is thick. My heel was not scrubbed well during my pedicure because after showering my heel was still coarse. I went by the yelp reviews because I was new in the area but yelp did me wrong this time. I guess you get what you pay for. It was $10 less than what I usually pay for a mani and pedi with gel on my nails. Also my honey got his nails done and the clear polish came off the second day. I guess thing about this place was the massage chairs. Should've waited to review until after instead of during.

    Kay O.

    Good Morning! I went here, because i saw all the reviews, and figured I could get a nice, clean pedicure for a good price, which i DID, but I think I'll just come here for painting my nails/fingers. The lady who did my peddy was nice, but a bit too gentle. She did a nice job, and I got a flower, but If you need to get your nails "clipped" there's an extra charge. My Pedi with a flower, clipping nails and tip was $25. I usually go to Vally Fine Nails, and there, they STICK to their Appointments, and I know their work and i usually pay $30! At Van's with my Appointment, i had to wait 45 mintues for my peddy to start. Granted it's Prom season, they should stick to their appointments. I did take my cousin there, and she LOVED her nails, she even got a yellow flower to match her porm dress!

    Perfect replica of a nail design found on pinterest!  $20 shellac +$8 for design on both hands
    Renu A.

    I wish I could remember the name of the lady who did my nails but she seemed to be the manager or at least the main person who was taking appointments and such. Anyway, she was awesome! Super friendly and paid great attention to detail when doing my shellac manicure. I had a simple (ish) design from Pinterest that she happily agreed to do for me. She was also really helpful in helping me pick the right shades that would match the picture (see the pic I uploaded). The resemblance is uncanny! I got the shellac done before I left for a three week vacation and they lasted till the very end! Just a minor little chip on one of the nails, but there was a lot of luggage handling and city hopping on this trip, so I was quite surprised they lasted so long. If you want a good job done on your nails for an easy on the wallet price, Van's Nails has you covered. I took a star off because it's a pretty small shop and kind of in a shady location and I wish they did have a few more color options. Don't come in here with a group of your girlfriends expecting a luxurious group manicure session--definitely a quick mani/pedi stop that just gets the job done.

    Shellac French tip $30 (not including tip)
    Asia H.

    Van is a great conversationalist and manicurist! I always love going to see her when my nails look like crap or just need a touch up. She does your nails exactly how you've asked, and is always patient while I decide what color I want. (It sometimes takes awhile for me to decide.) The shop is right on Lafayette St. And I usually park in the neighborhood on the side.

    Love my nails!
    Sydney C.

    Please do yourself a favor and visit Van's Nails! I've been ONLY coming here for the past 5 years and she never disappoints. I'm huge on the price of your nails, and especially in the Bay Area, it can get really expensive. Her prices are affordable and I only come here to get my nails done. She's the sweetest, pays attention to detail, and has your best interest in mind. It's never too late to support a local business especially after the year that everyone has had. Feel free to call her to make an appointment at least a day in advance. Sometimes I make it a week before, because I don't know what I'd do without her!! These prices and her work cannot be beat. Literally the only place I'm willing to go for my nails. Parking is easy and free, you never have to worry about that. Everything is sanitized and clean. When you arrive for your appointment, everything is ready for you. I recommend Van's Nails to anyone and everyone. I'm always looking forward to my appointments with her!

    Beautifully done French mani shellac
    Heather S.

    Michelle did an amazing job on my shellac mani and regular pedi! She made sure that all of the curves of my French tips were perfect and that my nail shapes were exactly what I wanted. Additionally, she was such a pleasure to talk to and made time fly by! Prices are cheaper in general in SoCal (which is where I'm from), but compared to other places that I searched in the area, they were by far the best. Overall, Michelle and Van had excellent customer service, and are great at what they do! I've even been kicking myself since I left their shop for not leaving a bigger tip because I instinctively left what I normally would leave in SoCal, and honestly this is probably the best customer service I've ever had. If I lived closer, this would definitely be my go to!

    Best pedicure!

    If you were really disappointed that Van's Nails on Lafayette in Santa Clara closed, you're in luck! She moved to another shop within a couple miles. Van and Michelle both pay attention to detail and always give great mani/pedis. The new shop is clean, has a lot of parking, and close to the freeway (101). Van is always personable, professional, and hardworking. I have never had a bad pedicure from her. Her prices are great, too! Make sure you call her and make an appointment.

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    Ask the Community - Van’s Nails

    Do they do dip powder if so how much?

    Yes. $40up depends

    Do they use disposable liner for pedicures?

    Yes

    Do they do acrylic nails? Like will they add acrylic extensions to your nails? And if so what's the price?

    Yes we do acrylic with regular polish is $30. Gel colors on top acrylic is $35👍🏼

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    Review Highlights - Van’s Nails

    Van (and Michelle) do very good work and can pretty much do what ever you want.

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