XCSS Beauty Lounge

(6 reviews)

5.3 mi

I can't say enough how much I love my nail tech!!! I never know what I want, but I always leave…read moreecstatic

I used her service to get my nails done for my birthday trip and they came out exquisite!!…read moreAvailability was spot on for a same day appointment and she understood the assignment for the design! 10 out of 10!!

Halloween freestyle Ebb never misses!!!

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Crissy Shined Nails

6.2 mi

Crissy does not miss! First the experience starts with the customer service. They communicate…read moreeffectively and you are able to work closely with them on scheduling and rescheduling if needed. Her nail salon is located in the heart of downtown and directly across from one of the parking decks the city gives two free hours for. So it always works out perfectly. Her salon is clean and intimate. You are in there just the two of you for privacy and peace. I bring my work laptop and she allows WiFi connection so I can work during my service. She is truly an ARTIST. So your nails will be a work of art! Every time I go I get something completely different. But most importantly she cares about the HEALTH of your nails. I am fortunate to have long natural nails and she has a service that helps me maintain the length and strength of my natural nails. She cares deeply about her craft and the products she uses she vets extensively. She is constantly learning and bringing what she learns to her business. I will continue to be a loyal customer. The complements on my nails are endless.

I visited Crissy back in June for a hard gel overlay and my appointment was what I expected and…read moremore! She was very kind, loved the conversation, and educated me on every step of the process. She also provided some great tips for nail care. Her work is A++ as she is extremely talented! I was lucky to be able to get an appointment from her waitlist. So if you're looking for a great nail appointment I'd suggest getting on her waitlist!

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Marilyn's Nail Studio

4.8 mi

Walked in without an appointment and was greeted immediately upon entry, offered a beverage and…read morestarted on my manicure right away. Quality speed and friendliness. Definitely will use again was $27 for basic men's manicure. Nice looking shop as well.

I had previously worn acrylics for almost 2 years but for a few different reasons decided to go…read moreback to regular gel manicures. I looked everywhere on yelp to find someone who could do a GREAT gel manicure and I have finally found her. Marilyn made my nails look great. She's very friendly and does great work with attention to the little details. Thanks so much Marilyn!

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Hibiscus Nails by Mako

(2 reviews)

16.7 mi

This is a one person business. I love that. Mako's a perfectionist with my nails. She studies them…read moreto make them sized and shaped equally. Although she has the usual polish and gel, I get Dazzle Dry. It looks like gel and lasts for 2-3 weeks or more. I am fine with a little nail growth because it doesn't chip like other nail polish. You don't have to use that red drying machine and it dries very quickly. It's really amazing. My nails are much healthier since finding Mako about a year ago. I fully recommend her and my friends that have gotten their nails done by her are now regulars.

I had a pedicure and manicure at Hibiscus Nails by Mako and I was very happy with both. I love my…read moresparkling nails for the Holiday party this evening, they are absolutely stunning Mako is a nail artist and I can't wait to show them off. The dazzle dry polish is non toxic, looks beautiful and lasts a long time. Mako is very nice and I love to talk to her, on top of that her nail studio is very tranquil and quiet which was just what I needed during the busy Holiday Season. I had the best nail experience ever and will be back at Hibiscus Nails by Mako for all my future nail appointments!

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Nails By Kelsy

Beautiful place to do nails muy lindo lugar mucha convivencia con todos. Llegan y te atienden como…read moreque fueras de la familia

I randomly stopped by on a Friday afternoon and luckily they had availability. I wasn't aware that…read moreit was a Spanish speaking establishment, however, I can honestly say that I got EXACTLY what I wanted even with the language barrier! Everyone was so nice and helpful and made sure I was happy with my services! Great services, great vibes, great music!love my refill and pedicure and plan to come back again! Update: I went back and still happy with my services. Kelsey was able to translate and I absolutely love my encapsulated nail designs!

Some of the manicure tables!

Gel over my natural nail in color 087 with a squared nail. First time getting gel and I really love them.

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Pedicure chairs!!!

Posh Nail Spa

I just couldn't ask for more. Sweet & talented staff. There was a woman client being an entitled…read moreand rude brat and the staff handled it so beautifully. My gel pedicure turned out beautifully.

I was so excited for my pedicure once I landed in Durham. I called two days in advance and made an…read moreappointment for 5pm on 7/3. I walked in and let them know about my appointment, I saw them check their book and confirm I was on there. She then told me to check in on the kiosk and pick my color. I followed the woman to a pedicure chair where she informed me that I shouldn't sit there and it was for someone else. About two minutes later, a woman walks in and thanks her for squeezing in an appointment. Wow. She tells me to go speak to the manager. He asks can I wait because there are three other people ahead of me, I said no I really couldn't and that's why I made an appointment. Very, very disappointing experience. Why let me check in for my appointment but then don't service me? Why was another woman with an appointment serviced before me? Why was there no real solution offered except wait for an undisclosed amount of time? I thought people were friendlier down south but clearly the businesses are not. 0/10.

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Relax Foot Spa

This spa was amazing! The pedicure experience involved a full arm/hand and leg/foot massage after…read morethe initial pedicure. Everyone was very friendly and gracious. They were able to accommodate our appointment on short notice as well.

My husband and I had a lovely Valentines Day date here. We got the detox and reflexology package…read more We were escorted to a nice private room with relaxing music and ambient light. We each had an attendant massage our arms and legs and feet, while we sat in very comfortable recliners. The attendants also used hot stones, which felt very nice. For the detox part we were hooked up to a machine and our feet placed in buckets of water for 30 minutes. We both kind of dozed off because we were so relaxed. I think next time I'd skip the detox and do more of the reflexology, and maybe add a pedicure! I wasn't sure what to expect but this was a really nice experience. I think it was great value for money too.

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Posh Nail Spa

I just couldn't ask for more. Sweet & talented staff. There was a woman client being an entitled…read moreand rude brat and the staff handled it so beautifully. My gel pedicure turned out beautifully.

I was so excited for my pedicure once I landed in Durham. I called two days in advance and made an…read moreappointment for 5pm on 7/3. I walked in and let them know about my appointment, I saw them check their book and confirm I was on there. She then told me to check in on the kiosk and pick my color. I followed the woman to a pedicure chair where she informed me that I shouldn't sit there and it was for someone else. About two minutes later, a woman walks in and thanks her for squeezing in an appointment. Wow. She tells me to go speak to the manager. He asks can I wait because there are three other people ahead of me, I said no I really couldn't and that's why I made an appointment. Very, very disappointing experience. Why let me check in for my appointment but then don't service me? Why was another woman with an appointment serviced before me? Why was there no real solution offered except wait for an undisclosed amount of time? I thought people were friendlier down south but clearly the businesses are not. 0/10.

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Eden Nail Bar

4.6

(136 reviews)

3.3 mi

If I could give Eden a hundred stars, I would in a heartbeat. They saved my nails and gave me an…read moreincredible gel tip manicure. I mean, look at the photo! Before Eden, I went to a different salon that gave me a botched, painful manicure, but I was able to schedule an appointment with Eden for the next morning. They removed the gel tips, were really gentle with my nails, and fitted the new ones with care. I was nervous because I'd never had gel tips before, but I love my nails now. It's been two weeks and they still look perfect. They're comfortable, pretty, and feel good on my fingers. If you're going to get your nails done, get them done here. (I'm bringing my mother-in-law next time!)

I never leave bad reviews, but the rudeness of the two owners of this place exceeded any normal …read more I'd made a reservation for 10 AM and drove 15 min, but no one was at the store. when I called to ask why the owner Linh said it hadn't gone through because I hadn't pushed the final button finalize it, and that other customers had had the same problem. when I said I was disappointed at the website, which did not have any cues that the been accepted andhad appeared to allow me to make the appointment, She got angry, told me I couldn't blame her if I couldn't use a computer, and hung up. since I was in the mall, I stopped in to see if they could do a walk-in and they literally physically pushed me to the door, accusing me of making her late for all her with my previous call ( my phone showed that it was a two minute call and well before she opened ). A simple "sorry that happened" would have totally saved this fiasco. Even for private business, customer service requires the skills to be gracious, and that was sadly lacking. I am an ally of the clear community and prefer to patronize small women or businesses, but this one for sure is crossed off my list.

Mani pedi

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Lovely Nails

4.2

(83 reviews)

4.4 mi

I walked in for a dip manicure and was seen so quickly by Paula. She did beautiful work, shaped my…read morenails exactly how I hoped, and I love them so much!!! Dip color 69 and reasonably priced ($47+tip). Will definitely be back!

The ladies were awesome and did my nails perfectly just as I had asked. I knew they were going to…read morebe good when I walked in and they were BUSY! Pricing is about right. I will definitely go back there again.

New nails , who this? #nails vibe #whitefrech gel nails

SNS Dip with tip

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Crissy does not miss! First the experience starts with the customer service. They communicate…read moreeffectively and you are able to work closely with them on scheduling and rescheduling if needed. Her nail salon is located in the heart of downtown and directly across from one of the parking decks the city gives two free hours for. So it always works out perfectly. Her salon is clean and intimate. You are in there just the two of you for privacy and peace. I bring my work laptop and she allows WiFi connection so I can work during my service. She is truly an ARTIST. So your nails will be a work of art! Every time I go I get something completely different. But most importantly she cares about the HEALTH of your nails. I am fortunate to have long natural nails and she has a service that helps me maintain the length and strength of my natural nails. She cares deeply about her craft and the products she uses she vets extensively. She is constantly learning and bringing what she learns to her business. I will continue to be a loyal customer. The complements on my nails are endless.

I visited Crissy back in June for a hard gel overlay and my appointment was what I expected and…read moremore! She was very kind, loved the conversation, and educated me on every step of the process. She also provided some great tips for nail care. Her work is A++ as she is extremely talented! I was lucky to be able to get an appointment from her waitlist. So if you're looking for a great nail appointment I'd suggest getting on her waitlist!

Anointed Hands And Feet

Best Mani/Pedi I have ever had. Service is 5 star and the salon is VERY clean…read more When I left my feet were smooth as baby feet. I highly recommend the Dazzel Dry polish. It lasts three weeks and drys in five minutes. Ursula has a wonder personality and very easy to talk with. We covered a vast array of subjects and the time flew by. I highly recommend and will be a repeat patron.

Ursula is friendly and experienced, and my dazzle polish lasts 2 weeks! When she did my…read morepedicure, my feet were as soft as silk and the acupressure massage was just what I needed to relax. I have also brought my grandmother here. She has dementia, and Ursula is excellent at putting her at ease. I was new to Durham when I found this business, and am very happy I did.

Embellished By Ebb

(6 reviews)

I can't say enough how much I love my nail tech!!! I never know what I want, but I always leave…read moreecstatic

I used her service to get my nails done for my birthday trip and they came out exquisite!!…read moreAvailability was spot on for a same day appointment and she understood the assignment for the design! 10 out of 10!!

Rose Nails

3.1

(91 reviews)

I honestly can't say enough amazing things about this nail salon and the owner. From the moment I…read morewalked in, I felt so welcomed and cared for, but what truly stood out was the level of kindness and attention I received. Not only did she do a phenomenal job on my nails (seriously, perfection down to the smallest detail), but she went above and beyond in a way I'll never forget. Being pregnant, I was already a bit uncomfortable, and she made sure I was completely taken care of the entire time. At one point, she even brought me food just to make sure I was okay and comfortable. That level of thoughtfulness is so rare. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients, not just the service. It wasn't just a nail appointment. it was an experience filled with warmth, generosity, and true hospitality. I will absolutely be coming back and recommending to everyone I know

Do not recommend liquid gel nails from this salon. Nails are not uniform and look distorte.read more

I Bela Nail Spa

3.6

(5 reviews)

Came in for a pedicure. There is nothing worst than a bad pedicure! Especially with inflation. So…read moreif you would have seen her cutting my cuticle that is all you would have needed to see. The lady did not clean the sides or underneath of my toe nails. The massage was nice...I'm starting to think that you don't need to go the pedicure places with the nice ambiance. Go to the hole in the wall. Disappointed is an understatement. No I do not recommend this business.

Giselle did a beautiful job on my manicure and she's fun to talk to. It has a relaxed atmosphere…read morethat doesn't make you feel rushed and doesn't smell like chemicals. Thanks, Giselle!

LadyBelle Nails

(1 review)

So sanitary and friendly! Jess' work is so diligent and she is so gentle, my pedicure and manicure…read morelooks amazing! Definitely will be rebooking and making this my new spot!! Also her pricing is GREAT! highly recommend Three weeks grow out and NO LIFTING!!!!

Nailology of Durham

(1 review)

First of all let me say, I used to get my nails done all the time years ago. I was recommended by a…read moreco worker to go there after I commended on her beautiful nails. I wanted to add to my selfcare. From the first time I stepped in their door, I was met with kindness professionalism and honesty. I learned so much from Iannelly, she truly knows her art. I have been getting my nails done by her a little over a year and a half now. Trust me, she is so amazing! The acrylic looks so good when she is done, it looks as though it is growing out of my nailbeds! That's how perfect my nails look. I will not go anywhere else to have them done. Do yourself a favor GO!

Unique Nail

3.3

(38 reviews)

I went to Unique Nails late on a Sunday (around 3:30 pm) hoping for a quiet and relaxing…read moreexperience. Instead, the experience was disappointing. The salon seated a child right next to me who was watching videos on her phone without headphones. The volume was loud enough that I eventually had to ask the parent to turn it down myself. He became upset, which made the situation uncomfortable. This should not have been my responsibility. The salon has rules about using headphones, and they should be the ones enforcing them so customers can enjoy a peaceful environment. I come to a nail salon to relax, not to manage other guests' behavior. Because of this experience, I won't be returning.

Love my nails and toes! Traveled to NC for a wedding and needed my nails done, this place did not…read moredisappoint!! Service was top notch and Tiffany was very kind and accommodating explaining fee per service. Back in California and cannot stop admiring the beautiful set of nails I received, wish I lived close to continue to come here!

Modern Nails

3.4

(77 reviews)

Modern Nails always makes me happy. They really do address my feet problems and so I think of the…read moreexperiences as being therapeutic as well as a mere luxury, This place is clean, calm and reasonably priced

Went it to get my gel-x nail soaked off and the guy did great! He took his time and didn't try to…read morerush everything. He even added the strengthening coat and buffer! I'll be back for a manicure

Avalon Nail Salon

3.2

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