Paris Model Nail & Skincare

I always go here because of its location, and their in-​and-​out service. If you’re in the mood for a 1.5 hour spa pedi, definitely not your place, but if you need a time efficient service its perfect. Of course some manicures can be better than others, but for the most part they always do a great job. Anytime I try somewhere else I wish I just went to Paris.

Best place in Allston/​Brighton to go for nails. Elaine is great for acrylic fills. They are always busy because they’re so good, so sometimes it can be tough to get a walk-​in, so I recommend calling ahead or making an appointment. Reasonable prices too.

Amazing nails done here. They come out so beautifully & they have a wide variety of colors that you will be blown away with the choices. I recommend coming to this store. All the workers are amazing because they will help you find the color you want & they are precise when it comes to gel manicures so I also recommend getting gel because not only do they last longer, but they also come out looking beautiful & have shine & designs are welcomed if wanted. Again, I highly recommend this salon due to how welcoming they are that it has such a great atmosphere.

My new favorite nail salon! Got gel for the first time and my nails came out amazing for my sister’s wedding. I can’t be happier. The salon is also clean and bright. The outside looks a little dingy but don’t let that fool you. I’m going to start coming here from now on instead of the other salon I used to go to. Gel mani was $ 25, pedi $ 25. Comes with hand and leg massage. My sister also nicked her nails a few times and they fixed it for her.

I have been coming to the original Paris Nails salon for over 4 years now — it’s been my go-​to location, even when I relocated across the city. It’s the only place that had been consistent for me on price and quality. It WAS the only place that I could go to get a gel manicure that truly lasts. So naturally, it’s where I go for special occasions.
I got my my nails done on Friday afternoon for a wedding on Saturday, and they were already starting to peel. In addition, I had chosen a color for my pedicure, and only AFTER I had color on my toes was I notified that the polish was going to be $ 3 more because it was going to «last longer»…it wasn’t marked any differently than the other polishes, and I wasn’t informed when I handed the bottle to the girl when I sat down in the chair.
I’m not sure if the more experienced staff/​friendly/​experienced staff moved over to the new location in Oak Square — but whatever changed, I don’t like it — and I’m disappointed by it.

I’ve gotten acrylics and gel manicures here. This place is amazing and everyone you go to will do a great job! So sad I’m moving away and won’t be able to go here anymore :(

Gipped! I asked for pedicure, which I was told was $ 25. Cool. However after all was said and done, the girl tells me it’s $ 35. I was like wtf, you told me when I got here it was $ 25. She then tells me because I sat in the fancy area, it’s a delux spa. Ummm, there was no where else in this place to sit for pedicures. I sat where I was directed to sit.
That was a deceitful thing to do and I will not be coming back to this establishment. Not because the nail tech didn’t do a good job, but rather the business practices and customer service is shady. Please don’t go here

Wow, the new space is gorgeous !! Awesome wall décor, a nail «bar», complimentary beverage, VIP rooms, best prices in Brighton.

This is my new spot to go to when I’m home. I had the best experience here because the service was great. I had to make an account to share my experience here.
So I called here an hour before closing and they still took my appt. I was getting gel on my hands, pedicure and my eyebrows waxed. To my surprise they were super busy but when I walked in the guy told me to pick my color and I would be helped soon.
Though I waited like 10 minutes to get started, I wasn’t upset because it was last minute and a Sunday. I guess it was Graduation and Prom season so it was understandable. The pedicure was great and so was my manicure even though it was done at the same time. They were both extremely careful and made sure I was comfortable. I wished I remembered her name who did my eyebrows because they were beautiful as well. I was super impressed.
3 weeks later and my gel hasn’t chipped and my shape of my nails is beautiful. My toes still look good as new too. I’m super impressed. Thank you Paris Model Nails. You guys got a new customer for life!

I love getting my nails done here. I am the most picky person when it comes to my nails and I love the way I am treated here. I have had 2 mediocre experiences here but even then they were more than accommodating and as a hairstylist I appreciate the fact that they are always working for customer satisfaction. I love Kelly, Julie, and Cindy the most but trust me this place is nice. They have also remodeled within the past 6 months and it looks amazing. I will travel a lot for work and still haven’t found any place better.

As a hair stylist who works a lot, I don’t tend to have much time to pamper myself. However, in light of my upcoming birthday I thought «Treat yoself!»
My friend, who lives in Brighton, had been to this establishment before and had a wonderful experience so we decided go for a mani/​pedi. They weren’t all that busy for a Tuesday and we were helped right away. I wanted to go all out and get acrylics whereas my friend only wanted polish. Right away it seemed as though our services were being rushed. Working quickly is one thing, but these women seemed to be on overdrive. Not only were the movements extremely fast paced, they were borderline «let me get these girls out of here as soon as humanly possible». My friend’s pedicure consisted of clip, file, lather, 15 seconds of pumice, 10 seconds of rubbing lotion in (NO MASSAGE!!!), polish (no base coat and only one coat of the color which was black, mind you) and a top coat. My pedicure was much better with a great massage. Our manicures did not fare any better. Again, my friend’s was shorted with her experience. Her cuticles were not pushed back and there was no cuticle oil applied. I wanted sculpted acrylics therefore I took longer than she did. I was so focused on making sure the length wasn’t too long, as I repeatedly told her «I work in a hair salon and they can’t be too long», that I overlooked the overall shape. I asked for almond shaped and they ended up very wide, not slender or flattering. On top of that my cuticles received the same treatment as hers which is to say, neglect. After the polish was applied and dried under a fan/​light, we were good to go. The price was a little steep especially considering it wasn’t really anything special but it wasn’t a huge deal. Cut to an hour and a half later and upon leaving the restaurant my friend and I lunched at I noticed one nail had already chipped! A pinky nail which wasn’t used to open a soda can or save a small child from under a 2 ton car! I walked back in and pointed out the issue, told them I worked in a hair salon washing and scrubbing hair all day every day, and asked to have gel polish applied since I know that the polish on my nails would last two seconds in the salon. Without a word one of the girls walked over with the polish and, at the front desk, brushed over the chipped area. I was told to sit under the dryer and they would apply a top coat before I left. I was willing to pay the full cost of having the gel polish applied even though I felt I should have been offered at least a discount but I wasn’t even asked if I wanted to do that. I guess they didn’t want my money and they certainly don’t want my repeat business. I’m very glad they are well off enough to rely on established customers and not new clients to frequent their salon.

Wow. After having a great experience here in the past I’m completely frustrated with this place after today.
My friend and I went for mani/​pedis. We definitely should have went somewhere else.
For starters, my entire pedicure was rushed. And before you say anything, keep in mind it’s a Tuesday afternoon. Not exactly prime time here. The woman who did my friends pedicure did an awesome job, took her time, and gave my friend a great massage. I know it’s not obligatory but they have to know that the massage is basically the best part. The woman who did my pedi was a whole other story. It was rushed, barely a massage at all, and I finished five minutes before my friend… After starting five minutes after her. It seemed a little strange to me, and I was a little annoyed. She was also incredibly brusque, slapping my foot to let me know to put it back in the tub. Then she placed my flip flops next to me and walked away. Okay, no bedside manner and I got a shitty massage. I’m not really happy at this point.
My manicure was rushed too, and again, an uneven, pathetic excuse for a massage. The woman then went to go do the nails of another employee as I waited for my friend to finish. Since she didn’t pull my leggings down for me after the pedi (not mandatory, but it’s the little things that make the appropriate bedside manner and make it an enjoyable experience for the customer), I waited a bit before trying to do it myself, and smudged my nail. Awesome. The woman fixed it, but of course not with out the attitude.
My friend got sculptured nails, and honestly, it wasn’t worth the $ 50. The shape was not what she asked for, and the woman gave her a hard time about the service, and couldn’t seem to understand my friend when she asked for the nails to be short. Not everyone wants those disgusting thick long fake acrylics, okay? The worst part? Not even 3 hours later, it chipped! What the hell?
This was an incredibly disappointing experience. Maybe this place has new staff or something, but it’s gone WAY downhill since my last visit.

I have been getting my nails professional done for 14 years. I am super picky. So when I moved to Watertown, I tried every nail salon around. I finally found Julie at Paris Model Nails. I love the place, it’s very clean and pretty. Julie is thorough and very good. Pedicure chairs are very comfortable. Parking drinks but it’s worth it.
Tip* bring cash for tips

I’m going to preface this with the fact that this was my first manicure. I’m a nail biter and I decided to combat that by getting a manicure with tips. Can’t bite my nails if the tips aren’t nails! Anyway…
I chose this place because it was reviewed a lot and had about 4.5 stars as the average. It helped that it was close to my apartment. They were open on MLK day and at 10:00 I was the second person there after they opened at 9:30. I was helped immediately and the had a lot of colors to choose from. I got gel, but they also have shellac and regular polish.
The place is clean and my nail tech was meticulous. I’m happy he was though because I am too. He consistently asked if I wanted the tips shaped differently, and asked if I wanted more Coats of the gel. I was there for about an hour and 5 walk-​ins came in as I was there.
They have room for 8 manicures and 8 pedicures at a time, but they only had about 5 people working. There is no waiting are, however the place is really quite nice. I will definitely go back
The tips and gel manicure cost $ 40. You can pay with credit, but cash tips only.

Paris nails takes it to the next level! Always quick and professional staffs that listen. Gorgeous nails that always get noticed!

Love love love this place! Cindy and Julie are the best!!! I get shellac pedicures and manicures all the time!

With the exception of 6 months, I’ve had acrylic nails for the last 12 years. Living in MA, NH, and Spain throughout those years, I did a LOT of trial and error with nail technicians. Once I find someone good, I am extremely loyal. I have found someone worthy of my loyalty in Elaine H. at Paris. She has been doing my nails for a few years now and I still travel back to Brighton for my refills even after I have moved !! She is sweet, funny, professional, and does a heck of a job. She listens to me and always recommends doing something fun :) She always has a smile and laughs at my jokes. I alternate between pink and white sets, color tip acrylic sets, and regular refills with regular polish that can last up to four weeks! She makes sure I get every dollar’s worth !!
The salon is clean, bright, and able to service many clients at a time. It’s super busy, so calling ahead is key, especially if you need a refill. They always decorate for the holidays, maintaining a fun environment. It’s clear that customers always come back — the staff is friendly and everyone is eager to please the customers. The loyalty program is a definite plus !!! If you get 10 stars, you get $ 10 off your next visit… I can live with that :)
You won’t be disappointed at Paris Model Nails !!

The stars must be shining on me whenever I go to this nail salon because I’ve had such great experiences here. All I ask for is the following, and Paris delivers every time.
–A big selection of OPI and Essie colors, including the old classics and the latest seasonal colors.
–Quick service. I have gotten into the habit of calling ahead, just to be sure they can take me, but I have never had to wait here, which means I’m in and out in about 40 minutes for a lunchtime mani.
–Friendly service. This basically means smile and don’t pressure me to wax every area of my face when I just came in to get my nails done.
–Fair prices. Paris not only keeps their prices so reasonable, but they also offer a stamp card for regular customers. How awesome is that? I can’t wait for my freebie!

I’m surprised by all the 5 star reviews honestly. I’ve gone here several times over the past few years and have had generally decent experiences, nothings extraordinary, not bad but this last time truly sucked. First of all my manicurist was a man and I know it shouldn’t make a difference but he was creepy, I haven’t seen him there before and I couldn’t get truly comfortable. He did a horrible job filing my nails I had to have him re-​do them which he seemed annoyed by. He didn’t use the buffer properly. They aren’t shaped right and they are definitely uneven. I love my polish color but some of my nails have bumps and they just overall look like crap. I’m especially pissed because I wanted them extra special, I’m going to NYC tonight and don’t have time to fix them. A lot of my friends go here, it’s close to my house and they have great reviews but I will not be back.

This is a great salon. They are clean and have a great selection of nail polishes — the usual Essie, OPI, and a large assortment of gel colors.
I have been in a couple times for gel manis and they do a great job and they LAST for the actual amount — two weeks or more. I’ve also gotten a few pedicures here, and for the pedis I would give FIVE STARS. The pedicure chairs are very comfortable and actually give a great massage. I’ve had a couple different people do my nails, and each time they actually take their time with the service and make you feel pampered. In a large city I have found this to be a rare occurence. They soak your feet, buff, massage, lotion, and do a great job.
The prices are typical for Boston ($ 25 for gel mani, $ 25-​$ 30 pedicure, it’s usually $ 50 total for a gel mani and pedi), and the service is great. I always leave feeling great, highly recommend!