Pretty Nail Studio

Just trying this place after finding them on Instagram. Carol is doing my gel pedicure, and she’s a dream! I’m *very* picky about my nails (former nail biter so I have OCD about them!) and she meets my very high standards.
Prices are very reasonable.
$ 9 for manicure
$ 23 for gel manicure
$ 14 for spa pedicure in massage chair
$ 24 for gel pedicure in massage chair
Their prices and services are on par with what I usually get at Queen Nails La Puente not too far away. But Queen Nails is no longer open on Sunday, so I’m VERY happy to find Pretty Nails! And there’s NO wait on Valentine’s Day Sunday!!! What???

HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE
I walked in to get my nails done and asked for acrylics.
I sat at station #2.
He never told me his name. He reeked of cigarettes.
I showed him 4 pictures of what I wanted, super simple, and he FAILED to deliver.
It gets worse.
He worked on my nails for over 2 hours, at which point I was so frustrated with his inability to complete my acrylics.
I ended up walking out.
Holly stopped me on my way out and told me I had to pay for the service, even though they looked horrible and incomplete. «He has 2 children and it’s Christmas» is what she said.
To me, that was extremely offensive, especially in front of the other customers in the salon.
I told her I had no problem paying for my nails, but i wanted them fixed. She replied, «He has been working on you for two hours, and you still are not happy. He needs to work on a new customer to make money for his family.» That little rude remark of hers pushed me over the top! If she needs keep stating how much money he needs to make for his family, then maybe she should give him a raise. I had no problem paying for my nails, I just needed them fixed especially since this was a holiday treat to myself. He totally ruined my experience. Not to sound selfish, but I did not come to the salon to hear about his children, or his lack of finances. I came here to pay for my services, and I did not receive that, therefore I did not pay. I am extremely disappointed by the way Holly reacted, as an owner she should have gone above and beyond to make sure her customers are happy, and she did not. Worst thing is that she didn’t even offer to fix them! My family and I will never return.
I strongly suggest you don’t waste your time or money.
Do yourself a favor and find a different spot!

I always come for acrylics. I love how I can show holly a picture of the design I want and I get that and more! Love this place. Close to home and affordable !

Holly where have you been all my life?! This place was recommended by a friend. In the past, I had never liked to way my gels turned out at other places. This time I hit the jackpot!
My toes were done by Carol. She is amazing. Super sweet and gentle. Holly was a dream. I felt like they took their time one me. The place is clean and well organized.
My daughter and I have agreed that this place is our spot for now on. My friend also said that Lisa is great at gels. I think either one of them will do a great job!

If I could give this place less than 1 star, I would. I went in right when they opened to get my acrylics removed because my usual place is in North Hollywood and I just needed this done quickly, so I came here… worst mistake of my life.
I let the lady know I wanted my acrylics removed but I wanted to soak it first because I dislike when they try to scrape your acrylics off. First of all, instead of using the tools to buff the color off she uses a freaking nail file (obviously this isn’t going to get the color off) and after I soak my nails for about 10 minutes, she tries to use a nail file again. (Wtf?!) so I asked why she wasn’t using the tool to buff it out instead and she went on trying to explain to me in ways that made no sense then proceeds to talk shit about me in her language (mind you she’s been talking shit since I first asked to soak my nails because she didn’t want to do the extra work obviously)
I am seriously so unhappy with the service and her inability to properly remove a set of acrylics that I left in the middle of the process because if I had to sit there and watch her royally fuck it up any further I would’ve slapped her.

Awesome customer service. I got a full set, coffin style. Kevin did a a great job and fixed my nail up real quick when I messed it up while drying. And I didn’t get the name of the woman who did them but my toes have never looked better. Came out to about $ 40 which I felt was very worth it. Definitely coming back

Today was my 2^nd time here. First, I LOVE the spa chairs, you dont get that in many nail places. The place is also very clean. I noticed that both times I have been quickly taken care of. May has done my pedicure and does a decent job. I always get a gel manicure and the lady who has taken care of me here both times is an older lady with glasses and also does a quick and fabulous job. The ONLY 2 reasons I am giving this place 4 stars is because they are a tad bit pricier than other nail places I have been to. And also I agree with other Unilocalers, Holly can have an attitude which is very unpleasant.
I say this because I was waiting for her today to do a design and there was one other girl waiting for a design also. I was surprised when Holly came to me first and I nicely told her that the other girl was there before me, she kept talking and I told her again, this time she replied with ‘I KNOW, I know dont worry about her’ while rolling her eyes. Um, okay. The design came out nice, but if someone is going to give me attitude about it I can always pass on the $ 6 design, possibly the manicure and pedicure as well and take my money elsewhere.

I got Tammy for my pedicure and Kevin for my full set. The talent here is great, especially Kevin because he really knows what’s he’s doing but I came late in the evening and he got sloppy (probably exhausted). EVEN then, they still look great with the minor imperfections and all. We will DEFINITELY try this again!

So I got acrylic on both my big toe nails bc they broke and I came here bc I was following them on Instagram and it looked like they did awesome work. I’ve never had acrylic on my toe nails before but they are so thick I didn’t realize it until I got home not only is it thick but it’s different shapes. It was my first time here so I’m gonna give this place another try and see how it goes.

Under new ownership. Very nice and honest people. I am very picky on who touched my eyebrows. I tried them once and I’m hooked. Their nail Techs are awesome. So happy they are here and so close to home.

It’s a love hate feeling lol depending on who does my nails but this is my spot for sure DONNA is the best I love the way she cares for my nails and make them so pretty all the time !!!

Can they please go back to the old owners? I used to come here religiously every two weeks. Now I can barely get an appointment here once every two months. They girl on the phone is so rude. She never wants to book an appointment for me. I hate how chain like this salon is. I miss it being more personable.

The ladies are nice, and they do solid work at a fair price. The chemical smell is a bit too strong for me, so I hope they improve their ventilation system someday. If they manage to reduce that strong smell I will change my review to 5 stars since that’s the only negative aspect of this business in my opinion.
Come on in and enjoy the massage chairs while you get a Pedi. They’re really comfortable.

I love their service here. So much that I’ve brought my mom in to pamper her like the queen that she is.
The people are nice and all of the technicians have years of experiences.
The price is reasonable. The best is their spa chairs. It feels amazing to be pampered and get massage at the same time!

Cute clean and great service I would recommend this nail studio to all my friends and everyone. Holly did my nails and she is very sweet, she did exactly what I asked for and she’s quick but precise she does a fabulous job! I am very happy with the service here and will come back. The gel mani was pretty reasonable and their prices are fair and good. I can’t remember exactly I think it was $ 20 for gel color. I know my pedi was $ 14. Again, very good price. You won’t be disappointed so give them a try!!!
The location is in a plaza in the el polo loco plaza so there’s plenty of parking.

It was my first time going to the Salon. I was greeted by their receptionist and ask me what I needed. I just wanted a mani and pedi. She advised one of her techs to help me. I believe her name was May. May was very attentive and their spa and massage chair is nothing like the other salons in El Monte. The place was pretty clean and colorful. Seems like one of those LA salons. There instagram page was awesome and it matches up with their salon. I will gladly be back because they took their time doing my mani and pedi. The spa pedicure was great compare to other salons which are out dated. Other salons don’t have the spa. It is an extra $ 2 for pedicure compared to elsewhere but I really don’t mind since I get the massage and spa treatment. They turn on Netflix Movie while you do your pedi. Thanks May!

Ive been coming here for around 5 to 6 years. Its newly remodeled and looks very nice, however the renovations do not make up for the bad attitudes and unsatisfactory work. ive had my nails done by almost everyone there and i have learned that the girl in charge, i think her name is Holly, has a major attitude. shes so rude, and makes your visit uncomfortable. she acts like everything is an inconvenience to her and she only seems happy when she is sitting around on her phone. I feel bad for saying this, but although kevin is EXTREMELY sweet, his work is not very good. Vincent does the best nails there and he is super fast. They post beautiful pictures on Unilocal and instagram, but i have always walked out very disappointed with the work theyve done. even though they are the closest nail salon to me, i dont think i will return.

Great prices and new salon. For both men and women. Relaxing and new nail designs! I like Holly’s designs and nail art. My bf and I love coming to this salon for pedicures in their new massage chairs.

Love this salon always go to get my eyebrows wax… also got my nails and toes done there for my wedding… love this place

Honestly, I am extremely picky with the way people do my nails, and I have been coming to Pretty Nail Studio for over 8 years now, and in between I have gone to other places, but I always come back.
Van — She does the BEST silk wrap nails.
Tammy — Does my pedicures how I like it. If you kind of coach her the first time she does your nails, she knows and does it how you like it after that.
LIsa — Amazing Mani & Pedi’s. She really does take her time and make sure your nails are in tip top shape.