Best Semi-permanent Nails Washington Near Me

Camille Dykes: I love this place! It's the only place I go to get my nails done, specifically with my favorite nail tech, Lovely. She's the best! She's kind, efficient, and does a great job. Lovely does it all: regular mani, gel, dip powder and pedicures. I've been seeing her for 3+ years and don't know what I'd do without her. All of the staff at Dupont Nails is great. They have quick service and treat everyone with respect. It is a super popular place and they occasionally have a wait, but it's worth it. They offer complimentary wine, water, or tea with every service and they work hard to make sure you're satisfied with your visit. Their services are warrantied for a few days, so if your polish happens to chip, they'll gladly fix it at no charge.

Savanna Nikole: Best nails ive ever had! We made appointments arrived earlier than expected (traveling) by about 30min they took us and the lady i had was magnificent! She took her time, explained everything, and NOT one nail was Crooked!!!! She never tried to pressure me into "better products" she offered, i said no thank you and she kept on with her work. If i lived in the area i would never go elsewhere. Fyi: its a very small tight space but they honestly do make the best of it, when i first walked down there my anxiety went crazy but they offered wine and everyone was very organized and polite.

Aida Abedini: Great experience with Jenny! I’ll definitely come back!Service: Dip powder

Rikki Miller: Had the great luck of getting Sam on my first trip to Dupont Nails. Have now seen her twice and am absolutely in love with her attention to detail and sunshiney personality. I loved the color on her nail when I visited this weekend, and she was kind enough to go find the bottle to paint my nails the same color instead of what I had picked out. I also had the misfortune of two broken nails- one broken down the center, and she knew exactly how to fix them and make them look beautiful despite the short length. I have my next appointment scheduled and cannot wait to see her again. She is truly the best!

Maddiw215: The SNS selection was only maybe 50 colors, and the manicure was the worst I’ve had in DC. Multiple nails are different lengths and the polish is uneven at the base on multiple nails. The reason I give them two stars is because the nail technician was willing to try and make it right but really it was unsalvageable.

Tamika Hunter: Tina was my nail tech she took her time to repair someone else's past mistake. I had a great convo with Che Che n Lady Lovely . My experience was like walking into a Paul Mitchell or Aveda spa and salon. Oh and the glass of wine was well needed. I will definitely be back.

Sydney Wilson: I visited this salon for the first time and got Sam as my technician. She was fantastic, super sweet, and had the most amazing attention to detail! I will definitely be back!

Madison Bowers: Jenny did an amazing job!

Pamela Agava: The technician was nice and courteous and did a great pedicure but was horrible at shaping and doing overlay for my hands. When I asked for a new person she begged me to let her finish and assured she was going to make it right. End of story, I left with her drawing blood through careless use of the tools on three different fingers and a nail overlay that looks like a five year old did it. All I can say is beware here—there are qualified techs and obvious novices. This place takes the relaxation out of services because you have to watch everything until you’re certain what kind of tech you have.

Seoyoung Hwang: I got the perfect spring nails done here! They did an amazing job recreating the nail art I wanted. They are very detailed and was very thorough in making sure all my nails were the right length and shape. I couldn't be happier about my nails!Services: Nail art, Acrylic nails

Michelle Heffner: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueHad a great first experience at Wisconsin Nails and Waxing. They saw me right away on a week night. I came in with an exact idea of shape and style for my nails and Jenny executed it perfectly. She was patient and ensured it was what I wanted. I LOVE my nails and will definitely go back again.Services: Manicures, Nail art, Dip powder, Pedicures, Acrylic nails

Anna Normand: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, QualityWisconsin Nails is amazing!! The salon is very clean, well managed and comfortable and they play great music and TV. Minh is an incredible nail artist and is always able to recreate exactly what I want! Can’t recommend the salon enough.Services: Gel manicure, Nail art, Acrylic nails

Marla Meyer: Expertly executed manicure and pedicure. I have been searching for good nail services for a while and finally found a salon that meets my high expectations. They pay attention to detail including trimming cuticle, filing shapely nails, and polish application. They are sensitive to customer preferences - cut versus file nails, etc. The team works quickly but does not skip steps or make one feel rushed. They encourage comfort and have terrific massage chairs. The salon is very clean and they observe Covid precautions. I highly recommend Wisconsin Nail and Waxing. Services: Manicures , Pedicures

Sophie Bright: My first time getting my nails done since moving to DC, and I needed something neutral for being in a wedding party. I was very impressed with this spot. They did a great job, very nice, clean and professional. Will definitely be back. Nathan specifically was so great (he deserves a boba!)

Jessica Kirschner: Friendly and welcoming staff. Love my pedicure! Interior is very clean, does not have harsh chemical smell which was very refreshing. I also appreciated the TV volume not being on which made the experience much more relaxing, loved the big windows. Will definitely be returning, thank you!

Cecilia Myers: Minh did my an acrylic nail design for me a couple of weeks ago and they’re still fully intact! I really love the way they came out and he was super kind and did an amazing job!Service: Acrylic nails

Claudia Pagnozzi-Schwam: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueThis is my FAVORITE nail place in DC!! I always get manicures and pedicures here. They’re so kind and do a phenomenal job!!! I wish I could give them SIX STARS. I would recommend to all of my friends, and I always do!Service: Dip powder

Abby Sauvigne: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueI absolutely love coming to Wisconsin nails. The artists are incredible - good conversation and always do a great job on my nails. I recommend to all my friends! Super easy to make appointments onlineServices: Manicures, Nail art, Dip powder

Chiara Nease: I was able to book a same day appointment very easily online. The space is on the second floor and is new, fresh, and clean. The environment is relaxing and the staff is really friendly! Sophia did my nails and she did an amazing job :-) it’s just a pretty, natural color and I feel great about the service. I will be returning ! Edit: went back, got Sophia again and she did this incredible pink ombré look. I love it!! Received compliments too :-)

LaTonya Rickman: I've been going here for about 2 years now and the service never fails me. Helen is so detailed and precise when I get any of my services done, but also the entire staff is just the same way. They just moved to a new location and it's so beautiful in there and they enforce Covid protocols. I would definitely go visit and you can book online! Also, they have a TON of color options and even have a new line of polishes that is called Dazzle Dry. It's essentially a healthier alternative to both gel and regular polish. Services: Pedicures , Acrylic nails

Hannah F: Had a wonderful experience here! It’s been years since I’ve been, and was pleasantly surprised by the experience. I saw the recent reviews and thought it was worth revisiting. The salon is super clean and organized. The space is very relaxing. My nail tech, Sophia, did a great job. Her attention to detail was appreciated, she took her time. I felt inclined to leave a review, it was a great experience. I’m always anxious about trying out a new salon.

Nahal: My nails have never looked so good. I pick on my cuticles but Helen was gentle and thorough with cleaning them up. I got a gel manicure and regular pedicure - both look great. Thanks Helen! :)

Marlene Mora: Sofia was super polite and gentle!! Her precision with my cuticles and gel polish easily made this the beat manicure ever!! Also super affordable especially right now because of their grand opening special!

Michelle Fenton: Cindy is outstanding! She is professional, knowledgeable, caring and respectful! I had the caveman pedicure and it was money well spent! I have been taking care of my own feet since COVID-19 began and it showed. I feel like I have new feet! They are gorgeous and feel so good! Thank you Cindy and thank you to the Charming Nails Team (Sophia and Helen)for being so welcoming and warm to my daughter and I . She got acrylic nails and they look beautiful!We are both coming back again! Services: Pedicures , Waxing , Acrylic nails

Estefania Isava: the best nails I've ever had in DC. I did extensions with dipping powder and they look super naturals, Helen took the time to do it so great and take care of my nail and cuticles, also put some moisturizer at the end

Chinjaa Xiong: I was in town and needed my nails done. I went to Charming Nails for a dip manicure and Helen took care of me. She was gentle with my nails and easy to talk to. She gave me the best dip manicure I've ever. Her work was thorough, precise, and high quality. If I lived in DC, this would be my go to salon. Get your nails done here, walk along Wisconsin Ave, and then do some shopping on M St. Service: Dip powder

Beth Buckley: Three of us got pedicures and dip powder manicures from Helen, Cindy, and Sophia. The service was fantastic, and I was appreciative of the attention to detail. Thank you so much for such a great experience!!Services: Pedicures, Manicures, Dip powder

Taylor Eaton: I was a first time customer after seeing an Instagram ad of the salon and wanted to give it a try after reading the positive reviews, and I was not disappointed. The staff are incredibly kind and the atmosphere is clean and relaxing. I was seen right on time and the design I requested was executed perfectly. Jenny did a fantastic job and had such an attention to detail. I will absolutely be back ! Services: Acrylic nails , Nail art

anyah le: Great nail salon, they KILLED my nail designs I wanted. Very professional and kind. They also fixed my big toenail that broke and made it look natural as possible 💅🏽

Madison Summers: I wanted to love this place. They have talented nail techs who were able to achieve the looks I asked for however, I experienced some serious attitude after making an appointment online and the staff saying that the manager did not communicate with them about existing online appointments vs calling and making one on the phone. As a result, my tech was rude and distracted and did not give me the full manicure experience of hand massage/lotion/making sure my natural nails were even. It’s still a nice spot in the neighborhood but make sure you call to make an appointment and be prepared to wait even if you do Services: Acrylic nails , Manicures , Nail art

Kyvonne Elliott: I love Lush Nail Bar! A beautiful place to pamper yourself and leave smiling. I always make an appointment and they are always ready for me. I never have to worry if I am going to like my nails. Tori NEVER misses. Everyone is super professional and friendly. This is my place forever. Services: Acrylic nails , Manicures , Foot massage , Pedicures , Nail art

Stephanie C.: Positive: Cleanliness, QualityThis nail salon was recommended by a friend and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it! They always do an amazing job on my acrylic nails and pedicures. I love the interior designs, music and the vibes overall. I’ve come here continuously since my first time and my last experience was so great I feel I should only brag! Definitely recommend!Services: Acrylic nails, Pedicures, Nail art

Melanie M: The first time I came here when they first opened, I really enjoyed my experience and recommended several of my friends here. The place is in a very convenient location, it’s clean, I was offered champagne, etc. Overall, it was a very positive visit and I left happy. However recently when I went, I had to wait 10 minutes for someone to finally start on my manicure (after booking my appointment 3 weeks in advance) and both my manicure/pedicure were so rushed. Within 45 minutes, I had finished both and the nail tech was already onto someone else. I left very disappointed and was not happy that I was being rushed on. It felt like the nail tech wanted to just finish with my service quickly so they could squeeze in more clients. I would have hoped that if I made an appointment (especially so far in advance), that they would dedicate extra time on my nails and not treat me like a second priority. For the price I paid, I’m not sure if the service I received is worth it. Services: Gel manicure , Pedicures

Mary Gordon: Great salon, I got a gel manicure and they took me earlier than my appointment time. They have reasonable prices and a nice color selection. I’m really happy with my manicure!

nina washington: I’ve been coming to this place to get my nails done by Tori. It’s super cute inside and everyone is always very friendly.

Alexandra Rose Vigil: Positive: Professionalism, QualityGot my first set of acrylic nails done here, absolutely loved how they turned out!Service: Acrylic nails

윤아 YOONA: The stoe is clean and people are nice. But Loni was rough. I told her it hurts but she continued with hard pressure... Eventually I had 3 bleeding events. Also she poured the powder on the table and reused it. She needs to focus on. The result was not bad.

Amanda Garley: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueThey use separate cups for the dip powder and sanitize those as well. My manicurist Trim did an excellent job, nails were not thick. Even convinced my friend who didn’t like powder to give it a try!Services: Pedicures, Dip powder, Manicures

Taylor Lohman: Made me wait forever without giving me actual wait time (also did that to someone sitting next to me) and my nails didn’t come out that great for a regular French tip. I had things to do couldn’t even get my toes done took so long. The staff was kind of rude. Wouldn’t recommend spend your money elsewhere.

Ariyana Monee: Pretty nice pedicure. Only negative is that I have cuts on my toes from her pushing my cuticle back so hard and filing my skin :/ .Service: Pedicures

Ivy Fortner: Positive: Professionalism, QualityDeep Blue did an amazing job! I got a classic pedicure and SNS. This was my first time doing SNS but now I’m hooked. They were clean and attentive to detail. I will definitely be going back.Service: Pedicures

Paris C: Excellent gel manicure and pedicures here. Mimi does a beautiful job! She is very detail-oriented and has great technique. I don't usually do anything fancy, but Mimi's paint job is perfect, and she really shapes the nail well (which is basic, but not everyone is good at this). I first came in on a busy holiday Monday, and lucked out with her as my technician. In an hour, I was in and out with a great pedicure and a perfect gel mani. They have options to pay for longer massages, but I go to nail salon for nails. I did see others getting full on spa pedicures which looked nice. Because the other technicians on my first visit looked to be doing a great job, I didn't request anyone specific my second time which was a mistake. Didn't get her name, but she was a little older and super aggressive. I left with red cuticles that were inflamed the next two days. She also cut me with the coarse file when breaking the gel seal, and scraped a lot of the top layer of my nail bed off when removing the polish. She didn't ask my preferred nail shape and gave me oval when I came in with square. Anyway, most others I've seen appeared to yield great results, and Mimi did another excellent job when I requested an appointment with her. Will continue to return!

Gabrielle Doria Rhoads: The employees and the space is nice, but I got a pedicure and gel manicure a week ago and the gel started chipping off almost immediately and then a large portion of it just peeled off out of nowhere. It felt like they were rushing us through and it didn’t cure long enough. The nail tech also made both my feet and hands bleed when cutting the cuticles and my toe was very swollen and painful for about 2 days afterwards. I don’t find the quality to match the price.

Dena Bagby: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueGreat place and easy to make an appointment!! My nails look great and were done in no time. All of the staff is very friendly and accommodating! The atmosphere is calm and relaxing. The price is very reasonable as well. I will definitely be back when in town again.Service: Manicures

Natalie Mack: I went there to just get 1 broken nail fixed since I was only not even a week ago and I waited almost an hour. I eventually just walked out. Meanwhile there are people in the back who could have easily assisted in helping since they said they could take me Roberto- My nail was completely all soaked and taken off within the first 20 minutes. Your workers are very nice, but have no regards to people’s time. It does not take nearly an hour to remove one nail, as it was already taken off with just one wipe of a towel that I did. Your responses to constructive criticism is very unprofessional

Sarah Norton: I come here frequently and have held off on leaving a review until now. There have been some issues in the past, but I have tried to be understanding and forgiving. I made an appointment weeks ago for a fill today with Pink. I come in today on time for my appointment and am told Pink is not here, and can I wait for Tony to do my nails? I agree thinking it will be a cpl of minutes, and I go to the bathroom. While in the bathroom I’m called by Jenny, the business owner, and told it will be 30+ minutes until Tony arrives. Honestly, I should have left then. When I came out of the bathroom, Tiffany offered to take off my acrylic in order to get things started until Tony arrives. While doing this, another customer arrived for her noon appointment with Jenny who is also not here. So now Pink, Tony, and Jenny are not here. Tiffany asked the customer to wait 40 minutes, then Jenny called and spoke to this customer as well. At this point, the polish has been filed off of 4 of my nails. A walk in comes in to have her nails done and Tiffany leaves me to do this woman’s nails. I don’t begrudge this other customer having her nails done, but really?? The person I’m booked with isn’t here. The business owner isn’t here. Tiffany gets me started, then leaves me minutes into the process to take care of someone else. Since I am waiting 30+ minutes for my appointment to start (even though I booked ahead and was on time) then why couldn’t this walk in customer have waited for a few minutes until at the very least, all 10 of my nails had been filed, instead of just 4?? I can’t very well leave now with 4 nails filed, even though I am thoroughly frustrated. When I expressed this frustration, Tiffany was very defensive saying that I had agreed to wait. And she’s right, I did agree to wait because she was at least getting me started. But now she’s not even helping me. I am one of two customers who made an appointment at noon that is not being seen on time, and not because the salon is running late, but because the employees aren’t even present. What is the point of making an appointment at all if this is the result? Apparently, Pink no longer works here. Jenny should have gone through Pink’s appointment calendar and made arrangements for her customers instead of waiting until I was at the salon to call me. It’s just so disrespectful of her customers time and shows a lack of planning and leadership. Very disheartening. I’m sad to even be writing this because I like this salon a lot, it’s very clean and relaxing and I’m always happy with my service (except the one time I had Tiffany do my nails; big mistake), but this is just no way to do business. I don’t want to leave this place because as I said, there’s a lot to like here and Jenny and Tony are very sweet people. I guess I’ll just have to wait and see what happens when they get here. Update! It’s several hours later. Jenny and Tony arrived roughly 25 minutes after my appointment time. They were very kind and gracious, I said they’re sweet people! Tony took a lot of time on my service and made sure I was happy. He then took a percentage off of the price. Jenny also reached out this afternoon after I got home and apologized again. I’ll stay with this salon for now, as I said it’s very clean and relaxing. Just know that when going to this salon, you’ll be happy with your nails, but appointment times may or may not be adhered to. Service: Acrylic nails

Alia Mull: Anna was sooooo nice and fast! Very professional. She did a real cute design and wanted to perfect it to make sure i was pleased. The place was spotless and modern/fancy. Everyone was friendly and spoke, it was welcoming. And the price wasn’t too expensive it was reasonable. I’m definitely going back! And I’m so picky it’s rare i say that. Ask for Anna! Service: Acrylic nails

Poojita Sharan: I came in pretty late in the day but Jade was very patient and did not rush me at all. She was thorough and even did some areas for free since I had never removed hair in those places. She was such a treat to talk to and the whole experience was very pleasant! Not to mention, the waxing didn’t hurt as much as it does because she uses a different type of wax based on the part of the body!

Teisha Camp: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueJenny is my waxer. I love her she has soft hands and she is very fast. She communicated with me the whole time to make sure of my comfort. This is a very relaxing place to get pampered. I will be back. I have found a new spa home.Services: Pedicures, Body Waxing, Waxing

nikola vulic: My first experience with waxing and Jade did outstanding job, professional and detailed oriented, skilled and exceptional personality made me feel so comfortable that I took a nap during process (even I heard waxing is painful) :))Definitely going back.

Dayton Slye: I have been going to Jenny for multiple years and I recommend her to anyone and everyone! She is absolutely amazing! The services are painless, comfortable, clean, and she is meticulous about everything. If I could give 100 stars, I would! Since Jenny has updated her space, I wanted to update my review! I went for a wax and it was still perfect but now she is offering nail services! I got a basic pedicure and a dip manicure and both turned out perfectly. Cindy was the nail tech I worked with and she was so friendly, made sure everything was perfect, and helped me pick colors based off of a design I showed her! Have had the pleasure of working with more of the nail techs and have not had one bad experience. 10 out of 10!

Carly Nicholas: I am so happy I came to Jadore for my first ever brazilian wax. I felt comfortable the whole time and there was nearly no pain! I will definitely be back

Hannah Booth: I’m traveling for a work trip and needed to get SNS for my nails and a pedicure. The customer service was amazing and they were very thorough on my nails and toes! I never do reviews like this but needed to shout them out!

Brian J: Made me wait an additional 20 minutes past my scheduled appointment time. No time management or people skills. I left before they could finish. Awful establishment.Service: Manicures

J3rric3 _: To start off, the lady who did my nails kept cutting my cuticles which caused me to bleed. They do not have prices for dip powder nails unless you specifically ask. I ended up getting gel polish with tips, and my nails came out bulky and uneven. This place is good for a quick pedicure, but not full sets. My roommate also had a horrible experience.

Caitlin Earle: I live right around the corner so convenience-wise this nail salon is the best option. There are multiple other salons within a 5 minute walk and I never go to those places because this is a great salon! I get gel manicures and pedicures and have been happy with every nail technician who has worked with me. I want to particularly shout out Julie who did a flawless job for me the first time she helped me and since then I have asked for her every time. Her gel manicures have lasted 3+ weeks every time and she also never hurts me when she trims my cuticles, which is a big concern for me! All of the ladies who work here are meticulous and the atmosphere and customer service is great.

Ericka Morales: Went with my friend for the first time on a Saturday afternoon. We were looking for places that still had slots & when I called the lady was able to make an appt for both of us. We were attended pretty fast, showed them what we wanted and the results were great. The price was reasonable as well. Only reason it’s 4 and not a 5 was because I had to wait a bit for another lady to attend me to finish my nail design that I wanted. But they came out beautiful!

Sebli Deju: I got my eyelashes done on Friday may 13. I explained to the lady that I wanted my eyelashes to the certain way. The answer she gave me was ‘ Don’t worry’ which I thought was real and I thought she really understood what I meant. The place is all about money. They don’t care about the customer’s needs. All they tell you is not to worry which means you should worry more than ever because they are going to make you look something you don’t like or something they think would cost you more, but not your choice. After taking more than 2 hours on my eyelashes I told the lady that I didn’t like the look. It wasn’t the way I wanted it or the way I explained it to her in the beginning. Her answer was still ‘don’t worry don’t worry I’ll fix it and I’ll charge you less’. This isn’t about the money woman. I could have payed better if the service was the way I wanted it. You guys should start Caring about satisfying your customer’s needs not your benefit from doing wrong. I hate the experience and I’ll never try to get it back again at this place. I’ll never recommend people to go there and get upset either. Service: Eyelash extensions

Monica Reyes: At my job, it’s critical that I don’t wear vibrant colors; including pink. I showed them this reference picture multiple times, and emphasized multiple times that I want a clear or tan-like base. They completely ignored my wishes and use the language barrier as an excuse as to why they didn’t go with what I asked for. On top of ignoring my wishes, and proceeding to paint my nails pink, due to them not being organized and trying to take as many customers as possible they messed up this very simple design and tried covering it up instead of fixing it. This mess was a total of nearly $70. Save your money and go to someone who truly appreciates nail art, and offer better prices. Services: Acrylic nails , Gel manicure , Nail art

Carla Visser: Very good detail and great job on my nails. It's hard to find a nail salon with such quality nowadays. They deserve all the stars. Clean, great service and great value.

Que “Cookie” Irving: the staff is nice & attentive but the only thing i don’t like is they are a little overpriced but the quality is leveled to the price so i understand. my nails been on since march 8th & i still have my full set on. i do have different ladies to do my toes & nails separately.Services: Gel manicure, Pedicures

Olesya Gorbunova: The customer service here is great, and the lady doing my pedicure was very nice and took her time with me, but the end result was a bit of a mess. Nails were not evenly cut or filed, and the nail polish was all over the place. It was a light color, so it wasn't as noticeable, but I had to fix it at home.Service: Pedicures

Naomi Kumar: This is the first time in my life that I’ve gotten a mani/pedi that didn’t chip within 24 hours. I have long nails and work with my hands so they tend to chip easily but it’s been a few days and they are still perfect! I’m so amazed. The artist was very sweet, made sure I was happy with the finished looks and really helped the pain in my feet from the callous remover sugar scrub. She also did a really nice massage on my legs and arms. Will definitely go back! Services: Manicures , Pedicures

Stephanie Serbu: I'm not gonna lie, I was kind of bummed with the services I received here. I wanted to give myself a treat after a long week and after I saw all of the glowing reviews for DC Nail SPA, I made an appointment. The service felt nothing like the reviews. Super rushed, not much attention to detail, and when all was said and done, my nails looked mega wonky at the end. the top coat looked bubbly and splotchy, at some point the nail tech touched my nail with the top coat on the check and see if it was dry and since the polish was fully wet, it stuck to her finger and she didn't fix it! Most importantly!!!! There was a ton of residue from the polish on my skin. The picture I attached doesn't even do it justice because as soon as I got home I had to fix it! There was much more residue yesterday! The whole point of going some place to get a service done is to not have to touch it up once you get home! Once you're done with your service, they send you a text asking to leave a good review and that you'll receive 5 dollars off next time, I'm assuming this is how I cam across so many good reviews? Nonetheless, next time I will be saving my money because I could have done just the same/a better job doing my nails at home. Service: Dip powder

Ali Harris: This was the best experience I’ve had in dc for nails (I moved here in 2021). The nail tech that I had did an amazing job and was super skilled and quick. I showed her a picture of what I had in mind, she took one look and perfectly replicated it on my nails. Even the person next to me commented that she loved my nails! Staff were super friendly and helpful, and the place was very clean and polished inside. Great experience 11/10. Services: Acrylic nails , Dip powder , Nail art , Gel manicure

Emily Wagner: Visiting from out of town and other positive reviews led me to DC nail spa. They did not disappoint! I was able to get in on short notice, even though they had plenty of business coming in throughout the weekday. I got a great gel pedicure and showed Ms. Pure a picture of what I wanted for my hands. She nailed it! She helped me choose the colors, and executed my vision perfectly. They provide a 5% discount if you pay with cash, and they have an ATM on-site. Even without the 5% discount, it was a better and cheaper service than what I've gotten at other places. Highly recommend! Services: Manicures , Pedicures , Gel manicure

Gabrielle Rothschild: They were very fast and seemed kinda clean overall.However, they had old nail polish that didn’t dry at all. An hour and a half after my manicure was done the polish got messed up and I had to take it off the same day. Won’t be coming back:(

Quinn Scanlan: I always have a great experience at DC NAIL SPA. The woman who did my nails this latest time tested the color I picked before doing it and I ended up switching, so I appreciated that. Very clean establishment and they always fit me in even though I never have an appointment. A tad more expensive than Mimosa Salons but I think it’s worth paying more to come here. My gel mani/pedis have always lasted longer.

jillian berkowitz: Can’t recommend dc nail spa enough. I leave every time with an amazing manicure. They are super friendly and very efficient!! 10/10Service: Manicures

Sarah Zoubek: My go-to spot! Very professional and clean - feels a bit like a spa but without the high-end spa prices. I do a lot of dip nails here and have been impressed w them vs other nail places I go to where the dip looks super chunky and uneven. I have been super pleased the last few times I went.

Ruta Karpauskaite: Great salon for dip manicure - have been multiple times and it never disappoints.

Chantele Smith: I love Nikki! She does such a wonderful job on my nails. DC Nail Spa is busy but they make sure everyone gets quality service.Service: Acrylic nails

Krystyna Graham: I have been coming to persimmon nail salon for years. I typically get gel pedicures; a select few times in the past I’ve gotten gel manicures. I am always pleased with my results, it doesn’t seem to matter who I see. I like that they offered different levels of service beyond just the standard pedicure. I typically go for the deluxe or spa pedicure for the extra exfoliating scrub, foot and leg massage with oil, and hot stones. I also love that they serve mimosas/champagne! The nail techs are always friendly and accommodating. And I’ve been pleased with how long the polish lasts. And other salons, due to their rushed techniques, I’ve had gel polish actually come off within 36 hours which is totally unacceptable! That’s never happened here. So if you’re looking for a solid gel Mani and Pedi, this is a great option. My only gripe is that street parking can be difficult to find in this location! Services: Gel manicure , Pedicures

Jenna Alves: I was hesitant to write this and I’m not even a review person, but I want to save someone some money. I will say they were very nice but the manicure was bad. I came here after looking for a while and read a decent amount of very good reviews, but I will not be back. I got a gel manicure that started to crack and lift after 1 week! Not to mention I paid $57 for it!! Not including tip. The design I asked for was simple lines with a French tip and it was messy and not symmetrical. There wasn’t even enough polish on one nail and you could see straight through it… and it was black polish. Save your money. Service: Gel manicure

Brynn Smith: Shortly after landing in DC for vacation from Tx I broke one of my dip nails pretty bad. I went into panic mode researching to find a good place to get my nails redone. 4pm on a Friday and they didn’t hesitate getting me in. All were friendly and I’ve never had such a great set of dipped nails, seriously. None of them seemed to be rushing their clients and they all seemed to be talking to their regulars like old friends. Seems like a great place to go if I lived here.

Kalli Chamberlain: Critical: QualityAbsolutely awful gel manicure. I got my nails done on Thursday late afternoon and these are what they look like today. You can see brush strokes and they look dirty (and they are not). Definitely not worth $37!!!Service: Gel manicure

Chloe Oxley: I am so happy that I came across persimmon nail spa! It's such a warm and friendly environment and very sanitary, which was extremely important to me during this time. The technicians sanitize everything after every guest and the safety precautions are not only posted, but also followed. My lovely technician also gave me a cute cloth mask which I thought was a sweet touch. Most importantly, I loved how my nails turned out and how stylish and chic they are. I would definitely recommend you swing by and check this salon out. Treat yourself, you deserve it!

Andrea Lennon: Critical: Professionalism, Quality, ValueA family member recommended this place and I was excited because her nails always look good and she’s picky like me. I got the dip with tips. My nails are uneven, lumpy and look like they have dips in them. The nail tech Holly was very rude and basically put me out because I questioned my nails.Service: Dip powder

Oulimata Khoule: I was charged $70 for nails that look nothing like I wanted. I was told that the french tip design was too complicated (the second picture). My nails are uneven and very thick he did not take the time to file them correctly. They initially asked more $99 which did not make any sense for short nails. I have gotten longer nails at that place for less. They have offered drinks for all the to guests in the salon but me. I felt racially profiled they even refused to give me a hand massage after the service. As a fourth year student in DC, I have been there many times and recommended friends. I will never return and I will go to another nail place to take these things off. I would not recommend especially to people of color. Service: Acrylic nails

a: I made a last minute appointment, and I was taken care of right away. The man who did my acrylic nails was amazing, from the conversation to his work. He knew that I don’t get my nails done often, so he took time to help me pick out colors and didn’t rush even when the store had closed. He gave me extra at home care for my terrible cuticles, and decided last minute to add the gem on my finger. I didn’t pick it out, but he told me that he wanted me to feel like a princess for my birthday coming up. Wow, I’ve never had such a great interaction with a nail tech! Thank you for making me feel so special! I’m still smiling about how much he uplifted me.

Meghan Chaney: This was my second time here. The first time was amazing and my gel manicure lasted 3 weeks. Second time not so much. Got my gel manicure on a Wednesday afternoon as of Friday morning all but two nails are completely gone. Gel is supposed to last minimum 2 weeks without chipping and this has never happened to me anywhere else. Worst part is this happened right as I’m leaving town for a wedding. Don’t trust this place!

Serena Alsup: Fantastic experience! I got my lashes permed and Sally did an amazing job. She walked me through everything she was doing and made me feel very comfortable and always checked up on me to make sure I was okay throughout the process. I like how she paid attention to detail to make sure every single eyelash was permed the correct way and there were no stragglers left behind. I will be coming back again. Service: Eyelash enhancements

Crystal Nicole: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueSally performed the acne facial on me. She was sweet and professional. Communicated every step of the process. I will definitely be returning for more facials. I loved the entire process, very relaxing and pampering. The results were great. The Salon is beautiful and everyone was professional and timely.Service: Facial treatments

Christina Ospina: They *nail* it every time (ba-dum-cha). No really, this is my favorite place to get my nails done in DC. Great service every time, and prices are fair!Recently got a matte gel, which I’m obsessed with.

Jessie Mehrhoff: Lisa was wonderful! I showed her pictures- she walked me through how to achieve the results based on my eyelashes- and worked swiftly to execute. Always ensuring I remained comfortable. I’ve never been pleased with extensions before, this time I was so pleased i immediately re-booked with her! Service: Eyelash extensions

Pamela Inserra: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Quality, ValueI have been going to the 14th street location to get my eyebrows waxed the past few months and I have had a wonderful experience every time. I decided to get my nails done there today, and I was very impressed! Becca did a wonderful job and I will definitely be going back..now for both my eyebrows and nails!

Dina Daas: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, ValueBianca was absolutely wonderful! My nails were perfectly shaped and the nail art was exactly what I was hoping for. Best SNS manicure I’ve gotten since moving to the area.Service: Dip powder

Lanise: Esther was amazing! This was my first time ever having lash extensions and she made Me extremely comfortable. Overall, the salon is very clean and beautiful, and the staff is amazing. I’ll definitely be back soon!Service: Eyelash enhancements

Lisa R. Montalban: This was my first time at Laveda after having researched many nail salons in the area for spa pedis and nail services. Anna gave me a wonderful relaxing spa pedicure and my feet look amazing! I was then assigned Coco for a full set with gel nail. I also had a video of a design I wanted for my nails. She "nailed" the design. My hands look awesome! Thank you! Thank you! For making my first experience at Laveda a good one. I will be a repeat customer ☺️ Services: Nail art , Gel manicure , Pedicures , Foot massage

Moe Moe: This is only my second time coming to this salon so I am still very new. First time it was just for eyebrow wax. This time I thought I get a regular pedicure as well. Let me first say I scheduled appointment online with two different people one for eyebrow wax and another person for pedicure but i did not get that. So that seemed weird but I wasn’t going to make a big deal about it as long as they did a good job. Anyways I never get pedicures i usually do my feet at home to be honest with regular nail polish. I have never had gel so I am unfamiliar with it. I signed up for a regular pedicure online and when I arrived they asked me to pick my color which i did off the shelf. Everything was fine until checkout when they tried to charge me for a gel pedicure. Technician applied the color I selected, she applied a clear coat nail polish on top and dried with a drier which I thought was standard. It did not look like a gel as far as I know and nor did I ever ask for gel nor did she mention she was using a gel. Again I am not a regular with pedicures at salons so this is still all new to me. I did let her know when she kept putting the drier on my feet I was concerned bc it kept touching my actual nails and I thought it may be messing up the polish she was applying. So maybe she decided to switch to gel at this point? I don’t know I wasn’t paying attention. Or if I selected a gel nail polish by accident and did not realize it if so it would have been nice if would she would have pointed this out to me as I definitely did not want gel. But at checkout I was about to be charged for gel. I explained nicely to the receptionist I did not ask for gel I asked for a regular pedicure so this was a mistake. I actually have never had gel. I’m not sure if she was mad at me or the technician for making the mistake and not communicating with me properly but when I mentioned this she came back with attitude. It just made me feel uncomfortable for even mentioning it. I was just trying to being honest and not get charged for something I did not ask for. They honored the price but im not sure I will be back. Good Customer service is important to me. Services: Eyebrows , Pedicures

Christie Nightingale: I have booked numerous appointments for acrylic nails and basic manicures. I always have found this place to be great - the service and the work performed exceptional. I would highly recommend this salon.Services: Manicures, Acrylic nails

Leshia Cushing: My appointment elsewhere fell through, so popped to the nearest place. This place is in a cute location with lots of people-watching but is not one to visit by choice. While I was appreciative of the closely-monitored glass of white wine (served in a champagne flute), the tech was quick to advise owner allows only one. She walks around constantly overseeing the techs and is quick to reinforce mask usage. I’m vaccinated and also want to feel comfortable and pampered at a salon. I was charged more than what is advertised via the website but still tipped 40%. It’s flighty and not as indulgent an experience as should be a nail salon. Won’t be returning but “Kay” did a good job with my nails. Did I file when I got home? Yes. Eh. The search continues. Service: Acrylic nails

Shantée Nicole: Don't go to Kay, she overfiles the sides of your nails and ruins them, horrible!Service: Acrylic nails

Mattie Curry: Good for pedicures, not for acrylics/manicures/nail art. Went in with a picture of exactly what I wanted (a basic, thin, black French tip), and got uneven, thick lines that went halfway down from the nail tip. My nails aren’t even properly glued to the acrylics! I can see the space between my real nail and the acrylic. Had to get them repainted at another salon, and I can’t wait to get the set replaced. It makes me sad, because i had great pedicure experiences here. Service: Acrylic nails

NIKKI HARRIS: Need to listen to customer requests and do exactly what that is. When you charge extra for callous remover there should be no callous when the pedicure is complete. Eye lash service should be done without getting glue into the customer eyes. Lashes had glue all over them making it unable to brush and clean the lashes properly during face washing routine. The lashes were stiff from the glue. Overall spent money on services that I was not completely satisfied with. Services: Dip powder , Pedicures , Eyelash extensions

Megha Fernandes: I love this place!! Everyone is great but Nhi is my go to! VERY clean, great atmosphere, and thorough. I recommend this place to everyone!

Monty Edwards: Service horrible they work horrible they patronize well you’ll know didn’t ask me the black lady if she wanted something to drink but they asked everybody else though smh never again

Laurin Thompson: Let me start off by saying I get my nails done almost religiously every two to three weeks. I know a good job when I see one. This place is rated an overall 4.5 stars and I don’t believe it deserves that high of a rating. I went in with a picture of what I was wanting and everything and nobody who helped me was able to give me what I wanted. Fair enough everyone was very polite, but being nice and friendly doesn’t equal a good job. I don’t think the nail techs are used to people being as watchful and maybe that’s why the stars are so high, but if you want really good quality nails done I’m sorry to say this is not the place for you and I just don’t recommend it.

Elizabeth Skora: I had a fabulous experience with the nail technicians at Eastern Market Nails. The location is a little difficult to find (up the stairs!) but is in a quaint little space that is very clean. I had the best pedicure I've gotten in a while, and it lasted for over three weeks in summer. I suggest calling ahead to make an appointment, especially for a pedicure, as space is tight.

Lindsay Paulen: I wanted to like Varnish Lane so much, especially since I've heard great things! Unfortunately, while my nail technician was diligent/super nice , my gel manicure started chipping/peeling within less than a week (slight chipping at 2-3 days; full nails peeling off at 4-7 days). I love the concept of Varnish Lane and had a pleasant experience during my appointment, but unfortunately the gel manicures are at much too high of a price point to be chipping at 2-3 days.

Natasha Orehowsky: I wanted to like this place, and I really enjoyed my experience while I was there. It was clean, the staff was friendly and the chairs are very comfortable. However, it hasn't even been a week and my gel manicure is already peeling off. For how much I spent, I'm pretty annoyed. I would maybe go back if I was just getting regular polish or a regular manicure, but it definitely isn't worth it if you want your gel manicure to last. Under a week and already peeling off is definitely not acceptable. Services: Gel manicure , Pedicures

Darrah Joy Clay: I live in the Navy Yard and was hopeful this new salon would be a great experience offering a calm and luxurious experience with a quality gel mani and pedi. Unfortunately the quality of their products is terrible. The average gel mani lasts one week at best. The services are upwards of $100 and do not last at all. I’ve been to the salon twice. My first experience someone came in with a similar complaint. My second experience I unfortunately was the person who returned with chipped nails - not just one but 5/10. I encourage anyone who is going for gel to look elsewhere and save your money. Other salons like NailSalon and Cosmopolitan have better longer lasting gel or SNS. It may be that the waterless feature doesn’t fully remove the oils from the body which reduces the effect of the gel. I’ve actually had regular polish last longer. Lastly the customer service is a 6/10 the team is cordial and responsive but not incredibly accommodating given the price and poor quality of their gel materials. They canceled my rescheduled appointment last minute and only offered to fix the damaged nails and not redo the manicure. That would have made it look worse. They weren’t concerned about the quality of the work but rather slapping more peeling gel on my nails. Save your time, your money and find another option. It should be called “Vanishing Lane” because the polish vanishes in days.

Stephanie Ferguson: I really want to like Varnish Lane, but in my experience the salon is over priced and quality is lacking. When I received a gel manicure, it only lasted one week before it started chipping and peeling. Also, I came in for a gel mani/gel pedi. I asked if I could make it out at a certain time and was told no because there weren’t enough technicians, but that I could receive a simple manicure with no polish. I had two technicians servicing me but one technician left after my ‘fast lane’ manicure to join a second technician to service a client who came in after me. It seems that I could’ve received my polish and the tech could still service the other, later client once finished with my polish. In all, the ambiance is nice and the salon is clean, but the quality is subpar. Services: Gel manicure , Pedicures

Natia Zakradze: My nails were done terribly. I did gel manicure and one pealed instantly at the same day. I asked to remove the cuticles- it was cut half way. They did repair three fingers but the other nail specialist was too rude… ok, good things - music is good, chairs are comfortable but which is the main thing for nail bar- PROFESSIONALISM, in my case below zero… first and last time there…

Natalie Clark: Maria (front desk) was super pleasant, warm, helpful & inviting from the moment that I walked in. The place was super clean & open. And Ari (nail tech) was very kind, polite & friendly. And she gave me a great pedicure! It was more expensive than the place where I usually go, but the service, experience & atmosphere were definitely way better. I'll be back for sure! Service: Pedicures

Hayley Andrews: Terrible customer service. We called in advance to say we were arriving 10 minutes late and they said it wasn’t a problem. When we arrived, we were told we were only getting a 5 minute manicure due to another appointment and that we had to pay full price and we had no option to cancel. I cannot believe I just paid $28 for a regular 5 min manicure because I arrived 10 minutes late. Super inflexible policy - the worst nail salon I’ve ever visited and the manicure will definitely not last more than a day. We will never be coming back. Service: Manicures

Stacey Maresco: I’ve been here twice in the last 12 months and had a reasonably good experience both times. The nail techs did fine, but they don’t use water which makes the pedicure experience less enjoyable.

Evan Phinney: I visited the Varnish Lane Mt. Vernon location the day it opened! Two weeks later and my gel manicure is still going strong! I walked into an amazingly clean and calming atmosphere with the most beautiful wall of nail polish options I’ve ever seen! I was offered a complementary drink and could wait in one of their comfy chairs due to there being space. I had seen a nail design on their Instagram page that I showed my stylist, and she was more than willing to recreate It with the colours I chose! She even improvised for one nail that wasn’t shown in the picture and It looked amazing. My only hesitation is when I go for my next manicure I will be charged to remove gel the polish. Though their base prices are on the higher side, It is worth It for the cleanliness, care and quality of their services! Already booked my next appointment to try their pedicures out!

Taylor Davis: I will literally never come here again. The owner of this shop did my full set and it looks atrocious. The acrylic is super lumpy and looks sloppy, the shape and length are inconsistent, a few nails are crooked, nail beds look awful, and on top of all of that she was incredibly rude to me. While she was applying the acrylic, I let her know that it was a little too thick for my liking and asked if she could make it thinner and she responded, "No, it's supposed to be this thick." and carried on. At the end, I politely asked if she would reshape one nail because it was clearly crooked and she was so irritated that she refused to speak to me for the rest of my visit. I caught her glaring at me from across the room as I paid and left. This is only the second time I've been here. My first visit was actually great, one of the nail techs did my acrylic set and it looked great. However, after this experience, Q West Nail is a huge no from me.

Caitlin Wise: I've been to Q-West a number of times over the past few years and normally have a good experience. During my last visit, my nail tech grabbed a box of tools with a pair of dirty gloves on top. I thought it was odd, but trusted the tools were clean since I hadn't had a bad experience before at this nail salon. Before each tool was used, the nail tech put some acetone on it at the table and wiped it off with the towel, which I realized is how they were "disinfecting" the tools from prior use. It was gross and unprofessional. Also disappointing because they normally do a good job, but after that experience I won't be going back.

Frank Rettig: I went on 1/14/2018 to get my normal pedicure, and like always, I’m asked if I want the Spa treatment, and I always say no. When I went to pay, I was told it was $33, and I asked when the price went up from $28? I’d only been there 4 weeks before, so was curious. The employee said I had my nails buffed. I stated that it was always included for $28. She back tracked her words a couple of times, and said I was right. I could see that she was trying to charge more. Needless to say, no tip, and I won’t go back. I was not happy about the lying. Not a good way to deal with a customer of many years.

Mark Bloomfield: This place is awesome. I’ve been going to mail places for decades ( I am very old ); I have seen a lot ; this is the best place I’ve ever been to. Everyone here so polite so customer oriented; so dedicated to their profession ; it’s the best manicure and pedicure I’ve ever had. I’m a regular and feel so good after I’ve been . For the life of me I can’t understand why anybody would think otherwise.

Elisabeth Fernandez: I've been coming here since 2005 and I'm not coming back after the last time. Management changed a couple of years ago. Even though she knows I take the train to Baltimore, the new manager lies about how long something will take or pull a girl from the middle of my manicure to have her give someone else a pedi. I'm done missing trains because of them. Zero respect for a woman's time in there.

Lucy Jones: Q-West recently changed hands after a long time with same owners. I’ll admit that The transition was a bit bumpy at first but they have now hit their stride. It’s a welcoming place and I’ve only always gotten good service. I always recommend it to my friends. A good steady place in the neighborhood.

Guy Dupont: I live in the neighborhood and made the mistake of getting a 60 minute massage here. I called earlier in the day and scheduled the appointment for later that afternoon. When I arrived at my scheduled time, the greeter (who appeared to be around 15 years old) informed me that the massage therapist was giving someone else a massage. Apparently she messed up the scheduling but did not have the courtesy to explain or apologize. Despite this, I waited for 20 minutes and then had one of the worst massages ever. The doughnut hole on the massage table was not at all comfortable. The actual massage was not pleasant... at one point after she kept massaging my ears (which I did not particularly like) I asked her to please work on the back. I will not be returning here.

Rebekah Larsen: Got a mani-pedi here and will not be returning. It wasn't particularly busy, but the job was really rushed. It looks like I did the mani pedi myself--lots of bubbles, uneven coating, etc. They tried to put the wrong color on twice.

Kristen Sam: I did get arcrylic with Chromes gel here last week, she did carefully job! And they looked cool, highly recommended, I don’t understand why somebody wrote crazy comments....the manager and employees are very friendly

Brooke Cramberg: Elly was the best!!! Excellent shaping and attention to detail to make sure everything was even, steady hand on the detailed design, and checked in to make sure everything was coming together how I’d hoped several times in the process. Will absolutely be back!! Tip: they do get busy on Friday evenings so get in early or prepare to wait (even with a call in advance). I didn’t have to wait at 4:30 with a call, but saw many who had to wait a bit when I was in the chair.

Tris Verse: My nail tech couldn’t fit me in yesterday and I’m so glad they couldn’t because I’m happy to have found this place. They have exceptional customer service & pay attention to their customer’s needs. I felt welcomed there. My nails have been done so well. I’ll be back.Services: Dip powder, Pedicures

Sharmeica Clark: Rick did a great job on my nails he just failed to give me the same service he offered every other customer like washing my hands or giving me a complete manicure before doin my nails REASON that’s what I asked for and I use no acrylic or false nails. U can’t catch every dollar & still give Great Service. Still looking for a shop home with both great service & great customer service Since That’s what I willing to pay for. Service: Dip powder

kendalll: rick did my nails so good ! if you want your nails done i definitely suggest coming here they can do any style and the staff is super friendly !Service: Acrylic nails

Oyinade Adebayo: If you respect yourself and your money and your time, don’t come here. I’ve never had such a bad experience at a nail salon in my life. The nail tech could not follow the simplest instructions and could not follow the picture shown to him, Which was a simple nude nail. My color is terribly off and the almond nail shape is atrocious. I wish I was exaggerating how terrible my nails look. I’m not even one to leave reviews but this has to be said. If I could get my money back I would. You’re better off going elsewhere because I promise you will not be satisfied. 0/10, not even exaggerating. Imagine a nail tech telling you that he knew exactly how to do the nails you were asking for and by the end of the service it is obvious he was lying. Insane. Very bad experience. Service: Dip powder

Melissa Boyer-Sylvestre: I had a gel manicure and the Spring/Summer package for my pedicure (I don’t remember what the package was called on the menu.) I had many problems. The same tech did both my services. She cut my cuticles down so low on both hands and feet that she made me bleed and had to use this blue liquid to make it stop. During my manicure they opened a new jar of the gel black and my nails look TERRIBLE after a week. Bubbling, chipped, warped. Awful. I was also charged $15 more than what the menu said. The lady tried to tell me it was because I got gel but I asked for gels before I started my services and she never said anything about upcharge until I was told I owed her $15 more after I tried to hand her cash. The menu did not list the higher prices for the services rendered and gel was included in both services. I called the next day and the lady got VERY loud with me and told me I would have to come back in and they wouldn’t give me any money back or redo the services. I wouldn’t recommend this salon to anyone. I will never go here again. Services: Manicures , Gel manicure , Foot massage , Pedicures

Anna Card: I’ve had great experiences at this salon previously, so was disappointed to have such a bad experience today! Won’t be going back. I told the manicurist repeatedly during my appointment that the dip color was wrong and I didn’t want it. He kept assuring me he would fix it at the end, and asked me to stop telling him because it was busy. At the the end of my appointment, when I explained it was the wrong color and needed to be fixed, he told the other manicurist that I had never told him anything was wrong. And that since I never told him, they couldn’t fix it because they were too busy. I understand things get busy, but there was no excuse to do something so odd and dishonest. So take that one experience with a grain of salt, as everyone else has been wonderful in the past. But this very weird and disappointing experience ruined an otherwise great salon for me. Service: Dip powder

Zandra Starlin: DO go here for nails. DO NOT go here for lash extensions. I had my nails done here and the lady did a good job, there was one mess up and a few random specks that somehow made it into my white gel polish, but overall the shaping was good and the gel manicure was good. I'd rate the mani a 4. HOWEVER, do not make the mistake of going for their lash extensions bc it's more convenient to do a one stop shop. I'd rate the extension job a 0. The evening of having them installed, they were coming out in clumps. Extensions r supposed to be applied to the lashes one by one. They were not done that way at all here. There were massive clumps of like 8 or maybe even more false lashes attached to 1 or 2 natural lashes and none attached to most of my natural lashes. This is terrible for your lashes and ultra uncomfortable and pokey feeling. It also looks terrible when one of the many clumps come off and there is a massive gap left in the middle of your lash line. TERRIBLE. These are MEANT to be each applied to a natural lash so they come off in a natural less noticeable fashion. Also, the lash glue was so cheap and strong smelling that it had the technician constantly sneezing bc of the horrible fumes and my nose was burning like crazy during and after installation bc the strong toxic fumes of their cheap glue. They clearly are not properly trained on lash extensions. Go elsewhere. Attached is a pic of the huge clumps of lashes as they came off. I am now forced to try and get the rest off just TWO DAYS after having them installed bc of all the missing large gaps. Also, when I was there I pointed out how weird one of my eyelashes looked, all wavy and uneven and the tech just kept cutting me off telling me it looked "fine" and "pretty". It really didn't it looked terrible and cheap. I will be forced to go elsewhere and expend not only more money on having them redone, but also the immense amount of time that is required for this process. I'm in disbelief. Never again will I make the mistake of getting lash extensions at a place that doesn't specialize such as a lash bar.

Nandi Barton: Ever since the new management took over the place went down hill. They took the pricing down and I really believe they charge whatever they feel per client. My nails are extremely bulky and uneven. You can tell they didn't know what they were doing with acrylic! Don't listen to clients or respect their wishes regarding their nails!! My manicure was a painful experience. She even told me they don't do regular polish on acrylic! Huh? I wish the old management. Use to Love going there! But I could not wait till she was finished! Took her 1 hour and 30 mins to do a gel set! Definitely wasn't worth 65 dollars! If I'm paying Lux prices I expect Lux service

Vince Tersegno: Best pedicure ever. The pedicurest took her time and massaged my legs and feet for a long time. Great value as well.

Mari Zabel: Tina is amazing. She always does such a nice job.

Ruby Nicole: I had a gel manicure with Jamie, she is awesome. She helped me at the last minute, was kind and very accomodating. All the ladies there are lovely. I would definitely recommend Palisades nails and Jamie 💜Services: Manicures, Pedicures

Pamela Fooster: I love it here lol. I love my nail tech Kim, she's awesome. Not only does she do a great job on my nails, but she always makes sure I'm taken care of as well. It's so worth the drive here. I travel almost an hour to get here without traffic. That means a lot to me.

Eleanor Green: Critical: Cleanliness, Quality, Valueit was sloppy from the start. there is nail polish on my skin, my hand are bone dry from the acetone. my five year old niece could’ve done a better job. i went to my car and started crying

Adelina Bryant-Rubio: Good to go to a place where they actually know how to do a good pedicure as they deal with dry skin on the side of the of the big toe. It can be very painful, but it is fine very professionally. Excellent gel manicure.

Maggie P: Hands down worst gel manicure I have ever had. Both times I went, 2 different techs, each painted my nails to my finger tips, but left like 20% as an unpainted ring around the base. I looked like I had nubs for finger nails. I tried explaining this had to ask multiple times for the same amount more as if we weren't seeing the exact same thing and still didn't get it. AND she acted all annoyed that I was actually wanting ALL of my nails painted and ended up cutting the manicure short after the polish was done. The only explanation I have that both of their techs did the exact same thing is that they want to force you to come back sooner. Indeed after the first time (which my fault was a rushed session which is what I attributed this too) after only like 5 days (of what should last 2 weeks) the edge of the unpainted bases started catching in my hair any time I ran my fingers through it and I had to remove it. The deluxe pedicure was really nice, except for the part where she rubbed the scrub in the same pattern on the same area of one calf for so long I felt like all of my skin had been abraded off. I did appreciate they mixed the gel colors together to try to match my toe nail polish and the cleanliness and comfort of the salon which is the reason for the second star.

Michelle Alphonso: Great experience. My service person was Jennifer and she was amazing. She did a pretty job and was very interactive. I for my nails done (mani+pedi) and a full face wax.

Van Boyette: I came here to get my legs waxed, the Friday before a holiday weekend. Electricity had gone out in the whole neighborhood; and at first they said they couldn't wax my legs. But then they asked if I'd mind sitting in the front room; and 2 ladies worked as fast as they could and waxed my legs right there. Very service oriented - and they do a good job.

Serena Bryson: Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, QualityThank you Thu!!!!! Exactly what I was looking for!!! I’ve never had a bad experience here. Today wasn’t an exception. Every service has been thorough, thoughtful and professional. Thank you ladies 😘Services: Dip powder, Pedicures

Renee Brown: Great friendly atmosphere and awesome customer service. I got a pedicure and THU did a wonderful job in taking care of my pedicure. Very clean work place and I like the way they are protective in assuring that only customers use the restroom in the work place. That alleviate traffic in and out the business, especially during Covid. I will definitely be back again. Services: Foot massage , Waxing , Pedicures , Back massage

Antonella Ciancio: I was a regular client. I never complain and I'm not picky. But they made me a horrible gel pedicure (scratched the skin around my toes and messed up the gel on my big toe so they brushed it with some alcohol or acetone and did not replace it. I thought it would be ok (they applied some sheer nail polish on top) but it turned opaque and i went back for a fix. The gel on my hands also chipped after only 5 days. When I returned they didn't want to help me and lied saying my gel was bicolor while it wasnt since it was the same of the other foot and hands! They treated me like a stupid person. I was calm but then firm in my requests and then they told me I would need to wait for 2 hours to get a fix! All this for a mistake of theirs. And I was a regular client. Horrible experience.

Mariana Montilla: Really bad experience with one of their nails tech's. She was so rude and make a lot of mistakes on my nails.

Taylor Comstock: I come here consistently as I live close by and they’re so sweet. They really take the time to make sure the shape and polish is perfect and are very accommodating. My nails look perfect and I’m always happy when I leave

Les Art: Thank you Red Sun Nails for my sparkly nails! You always do an awesome job Thu! And their location is so convenient. Right across the street from the Mt. Vernon/7th St-Convention Center metro station.

Galaxy Mistress: I honestly loved it. I got my eyebrows done today and they were just beautiful. Shaped very well. The girl really did a amazing job. But on the other hand the place was a bit busy. People were getting their toe and finger nails done and both stations were almost full. Plus there was like 2 girls who when I walked in ask for a manicure and a pedicure. Even tho all that was going on when she was doing my brows she kept asking "no nails?" "Is this all you want today?" Like lady I told you when I walked in I wanted JUST the brows. It got annoying and I almost told her off about it. Even if I did wanted a manicure or pedicure I probably wouldn't of done it that day since I didn't have much time for all of it. Other than that it was pretty good. I will be coming back again with more patience. 😎

Luviee Lenore': This place is always nice and clean, the staff is very helpful and they get your mani and pedi together honeyyyy!

Catie Seltz-Drew: I went in to have my gel nails removed and this is what they gave me. They don’t soak gels off, they use a file (I guess it’s quicker that way?) but it’s also not good for your nails. Bad service, poor quality.

K Parker: I have been coming to Gloss Nails since mid 2020. The reason that this is important is that I am in healthcare and was in need of a nail salon that offered high quality services in an environment that has strict safety standards. A work colleague recommended the salon and I will never go anywhere else. I have SNS dip services (3 weeks, never a single chip, just standard growth) along with manicure and classic or deluxe pedicures depending on need. Tyson is my technician and he is WONDERFUL. People compliment me on his work all of the time. The staff is friendly and accommodating, in fact they even call sometimes to recommend quieter days because they know I prefer a quieter space. It’s lovely. I always feel pampered when I leave! Services: Manicures , Pedicures , Dip powder

Cassidy Chassagne: short: long time customer that was very disrespected by staff and received sloppy work. I will be finding a new nail salon. If you do go, make sure you get Vi or Tyson! They are the best techs and are extremely kind. Tyson is who ended up resolving my issue below. I used to love this nail salon and have come once every 2-3 for over 6 months but they recently really disappointed me. I asked for a light blue color in sns and asked for them to help me find it, the technician picked the wrong color and it turned out to be an almost black color. They asked if it’s okay that it was so different from what I wanted and I asked them if they could change it to more closely match my original request. They ended up painting over the sns with a closer color in gel. It was a very sloppy fix where you could see the old color underneath. After 3 days, the gel started peeling off my sns nails. I called and was assured they could redo it but when I came in, they first told me that they would never do something so sloppy and I must have gotten this somewhere else and then they told me I asked for gel on top of black sns and tried to make me feel bad. Rather than trying to fix it, they were going to just paint the gel over the sns again. The technician was so so rude to me and blamed me for her mistakes. I eventually got my nails redone by another technician and they were extremely smudged and the top coat was uneven. Sad to say I will not be returning.

Hannah Lacorte: I’ve been to several nail salons in the area and they’re easily the best nail salon in DC!!!! They are so so lovely and do an amazing job!! Check out their instagram, they’re literally artists! The nail art is amazing!! I always have a fabulous experience when I go in. 10/10 would recommend! Flawless dip application too!Services: Manicures, Pedicures, Dip powder

Phung Phan: Positive: Cleanliness, ProfessionalismI am very picky when it comes to getting my nails done but my nail tech Bella was absolutely amazing. She was very sweet and did exactly what I wanted. It’s been over 3 weeks with SNS and no chipping, nothing ! The salon is very clean and everyone was so friendly. Definitely coming back !!

Dani Meyer: Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Valuei’m obsessed!! jennifer did my nails and they look SO GOOD!!! very professional and everyone who works here is super nice. the quality of my dip is super good. definitely going back!Service: Dip powder

Brieon Davis: This was an amazing experience for me!! I was visiting DC for the first time and due for major pampering. I chose gloss bar because it was next to the hotel I stayed in. The gentleman performed my services and I was in true bliss! If you are Ever in the DC AREA and want an amazing pampering experience choose GlOSS BAR!!Services: Manicures, Foot massage, Dip powder

Janelle Ollivierre: Finding a shop with professional, talented and friendly nail technicians can be challenging. However, Gloss Bar never disappoints. I am a longtime client of Vivian who does an amazing job each time I visit for a mani/pedi. But I have also had services completed by some of the other staff in times she isn't available at their Adams Morgan location. I never feel rushed and can truly relax while being serviced. They also have a nice selection of colors to choose from which I love too! Services: Manicures , Pedicures

Shantae Davis: I went to gloss bar on Nov 11, 2021 for my third experience and last experience. The first experience was in September as my regular nail tech had major surgery. The first time I came I was told another individual would perform my pedicure, I declined and asked if the same technician could work on my toes. Apparently Bella was upset because I wanted three coats of OPI nail polish that I brought instead of 2. My next visit I was serviced by Emma who complained because I wanted three coats as well. I realized during my visit the technicians treated the black customers differently than the white ones. Both visits white women were offered complimentary drinks and not once was I or another woman of color was offered anything. I attempted to make another appointment because my original technician is still recovering and was told I am blocked because it takes two hours to complete my service, they are commission based and unable to service me. The irony behind this statement makes me wonder why. I am paying for a service, and because my expectation is to receive what I’m paying for it is frowned upon. Not once did I see or hear the technicians speak in their native language when a white woman asked them to fix her nail but it’s a huge Hangup when a black one does? As I thought my mind was playing tricks on me I turned on my translator the last visit and the words popped up as to what they were saying about me. In this review, why would I return—because it’s in walking distance of my home. I am not upset of the block, I hope in reading this the management takes into respect you are centered in a well diverse neighborhood and you should treat all with the same respect and courtesy. Also when paying for a service, you expect it to be done correct and without needing any suggestions. Services: Manicures , Pedicures

Shazia Samanani: I have been going to glossbar for almost a year now every few weeks. They are exceptional! I have probably been to over half their staff and they are all talented, pay attention to detail and great to work with. Everything from their basic manicures to their nail art has been to a really high standard. I’m so glad I found them and will be coming back for years to come. If you haven’t already tried them out, definitely do it they won’t disappoint. Services: Manicures , Pedicures , Gel manicure

Joshua Wiley: This has became my new go to spot for nails. Good price and great service. I don’t remember their names but there are two ladies in here they do outstanding nails.

Tom Koch: Walked in and they put is in chairs immediately. Got a couple of glasses of wine and relaxed. Very nice folks

Levita Mondie: This is home to me! I have been going here regularly for a couple of years now for pedicures plus foot massages. The technicians are friendly and love what they do. Customers are offered free water, wine, and delicious Vietnamese coffee, which is my favorite. On those rare occasions when there is a wait, I chose to wait!

Charlene Pierce: My regular technician, Annie, was off the day I visited. I did not like the pedicure, so I did not get a manicure, even though, I needed one. She did not perform the service with the same care or attention as Annie does. Are all of the technicians licensed? The service she performed had me wondering if she was licensed. I will definitely go back, but only let Annie do my manicure and pedicure.

Shanelle Oliver: I usually go to Pen Nails and Spa on Pennsylvania Ave in Eastern Market and I love them. Never had any issues, love that they give a free drink (even wine) during service, and always get a good mani/pedi at a good price. However, I would NOT recommend them during the pandemic. Sure, they have plastic shields placed, but they are still seating every seat/station so there isn’t 6 ft between you and the other person next to you getting nails done; when my pedicure was done, they just literally wiped out the water basin - no spray, no sanitizer, no deep clean! They didn’t even spray the chair I was sitting in where I touched multiple times or the massager remote... which probably means they didn’t spray it after the person before me! 😖 also, while I was drying and the nail technicians were just hanging out in their stations they took their masks off - even though we were still inside, even though customers were still present, even though they weren’t in a back room or area they couldn’t be seen. I normally love them, but won’t be visiting there again.

Marcella Labellarte: I LOVE Pen Nails & Spa! I go every 4-6 weeks and am assisted immediately with excellent customer service. I have built relationships with several of the technicians who know my preferences. I receive great advice about maintaining the health of my nails, including suggestions of products I can purchase outside of Pen Nails, which is how I know that they are genuinely invested in customer service as opposed to simply trying to sell me more services. Cleanliness is incredibly important to me, especially as I've had issues at other nail salons, and Pen Nails is by far the cleanest and most hygienic salon I've frequented. During this national public health crisis with non-essential services closures, I truly regret not getting my nails done two weeks ago - Pen Nails will be my first visit out of quarantine!

Katie Bedford: I was looking for somewhere close to my house that did gel manicures on the cheaper end, and found Pen Nails. The reviews seemed good so I gave them a last-minute call and they said to swing on down. All I can say is that I left very impressed and satisfied. Diana (she ROCKS!) did my nails, and put a lot of care and attention into cleaning the old gel off and applying the new one. It's been about 2 1/2 weeks as of writing this review, and seriously, aside from the unavoidable nail bed grow-out, my nails are in perfect condition. The gel never cracked and my nails still look fantastic. Honestly, this could probably last 3 weeks easily. Not to mention they give you a complimentary glass of wine! I'd 100% recommend this salon. The staff is friendly, Diana has me hooked as a regular and the price is crazy affordable. A++

James Brown: They do GREAT work and offer you drinks. They have massage chairs which I love

Rachel Vannice: Great place on the Hill with wine and very nice staff. It can get busy, but they always keep things moving while still taking care for each individual. They also actually listen to any preferences as opposed to just doing the same thing w/ every client. They take walk-ins, but are usually quicker when you make an appt.

Kaelah Horwath: I will never be back. First, I had an appointment which I was 10 minutes early for, and they took 2 walk ins in that time before me and I had to wait. Then, Tracy cut the corner of my big toe. It was bleeding and she just kept trying to cut off the skin. Then sprayed alcohol directly on it and tried to say I already had a cut on my toe. I was supposed to get a full set. I asked for coffin, and Tracy said no almond will look better. Ok fine so I get almond. They were all completely crooked, and uneven not symmetrical. I tried to say this and asked for her to fix them. She got mad and said I’m wasting her time. Another worker came over and said yes they are crooked fix it. After fixing all of the crooked ones they did not match each other and looked like stiletto, super pointy and thin. I said this is not almond I don’t want this. She said I will have to pay to have them taken off. She starts cutting them violently and hurting my fingers. Services: Pedicures , Gel manicure , Manicures , Acrylic nails

Mariona Franklin: Seems like a really nice place, so I booked over a week ahead for a full set acrylics and a pedicure. Got there to find a line of 3 other people waiting for a nail tech (at least one of them also had an appointment) and all of the 8 employees were already busy taking care of customers and estimated at least a 30 minute wait… I asked if they would make an exception and cancel my appointment so I could go elsewhere and they agreed. Seems like they do great work, but don’t count on actually getting your nails done even if you have an appointment.

Sabrina Farmer: I had an absolutely lovely experience! I booked through ClassPass and everyone was super nice. My gel pedicure looks great.

Nina Feldman: Such a nice experience! I only had a short time available to get a quick manicure and they were able to accomodate so quickly. Service was efficient, considerate, and well-done. Really nice atmosphere and aesthetic as well!Service: Manicures

Sara Clark: Esthetics is on point. I think this shop mainly paints a color designs are not done well here. Go for a nice pedicure and simple manicure but do noy expect skills.

Fanise Cannon: My go to nail place in MTVN triangle! Love how they do my nails! Only downside is that you will usually end up spending a couple hours in there but can’t complain when my nails come out looking so good! Great salon!

Teresa Jones: This is my go to place. Everyone is extremely friendly.Price is fair and the people working there are very sweet. They were so good with my kiddos as well. Thank you!!Services: Pedicures, Manicures

Jayde Lyon: Never going back to this establishment again. Only two of the technicians actually know how to do nails there, which is fine. However, when I booked an appointment with a specific technician, they did not honor it. I arrived a few minutes early, and she was just beginning a new client, but they did nothing to honor my appointment. Instead they tried to have someone else do my nails that messed my nails up prior. Never returning to this terrible nail bar.

Leesa Garcia (Leesa): Critical: Professionalism, PunctualityExtremely beautiful nail salon! Be prepared to wait longer than average times. Staff is lacks in communication and standard customer service. Thus, if you are here for ambiance—look no further. If you are looking for quality and a luxury experience—keep looking. The space unfortunately does not make up for the latter.Services: Pedicures, Gel manicure, Manicures, Acrylic nails

SupaMan Tey: The nail techs were rude throughout the whole experience. They rushed service for me to pick a color and to paint my nails. The nail tech left to cut a separate customer's hair with my nails unfinished. They offered other customers amenities that I was never offered once. And they started side conversations which made me feel uncomfortable and discriminated against.

Colleen Kennedy: I've come to Happy Nails and Day Spa for nearly a year and have never been disappointed. The staff is so friendly and attentive to detail. It is clear they take the time to make sure you walk out with the best service. Once I found them, I have never been to another nail salon since.

Nani A: I thought my nails were amazing when they were completely finish but I did notice she applied my acrylic EXTREMELY thin and 3 days later here I am with 2 of nails already completely popped off on top of that they charged me $50 for a gel full set that didn't even last a week yet. My friend that went with me also got her finger cut by the woman that was doing her nails to the point were it drew blood. Do not recommend this place at all

Truth Really Is Global: For some reason, they couldn't understand plain English and I couldn't understand them, as I had to ask them respectively on repeat Ma'am what did you say? I got gel s & n nails with the design a simple stripe on each nail and oh my first I was told they couldn't do it then I assured them I would be tipping heavy and somehow suddenly another nail tech there said I will do it. So in total, I spent: drum roll.... $145 for a manicure and gel nails with the design. In most cases, you get what you pay for - not so with this first-time visit to this shop and my last. This may be a good shop for many ( regulars) however this shop is smack dab in the tourist mecca so to speak I am so surprised that the service rendered was so flawed not by the older woman who did my manicure ( as I had three different nail techs on that visit ) but by the younger women working there. I left with a headache and a bad taste in my mouth for the establishment.

Rhianna Kern: Very quick and clean salon. They were busy on Sunday morning but squeezed in 2 walk-ins for gel no problem. My technician asked before clipping my cuticles and 2 weeks later my gel is growing out but still hasn't chipped.

Carley Lester: This place is THE BEST in the neighborhood. I have lived in the area for years and there are LITERALLY 4 nail salons within a block and a half. This place is the BEST of all of them and in the DMV IMO. They have a week guarentee on Gel, Dip and Shelac.

Katie: Terrible experience. “Eyebrow wax” is sitting in a nail chair in the middle of the salon and uncomfortably leaning your neck back while she tries to wax and pluck your eyebrow while standing up facing you. $12 for a terrible job.

San A: Went there around 7:30 not realizing they closed at 8, my nail tech did a great job and took his time on my spa mani pedi. Worth every penny and he didn't rush at all, even after closing time. I'm very pleased and I'll definitely return to this place.

Mary Martin: RUSHED!!! Nails not filed! Gel polish not all removed. How do I know? I did not get new polish and it was visible. Thought I had found a gem?!? Nope!