Penny’s Skin Care & Nail

I have gone here twice now. They are always busy but do a great job of getting to everyone. I have had 2 pedicures that have lasted a good amount of time. I got a gel manicure this past time and they did a good job. The prices are great too!

Whether it’s a regular polish, gel polish or pedicure, these ladies haven’t let me walk out of their salon unless I’m 100% satisfied.
I’ve been going here for over a year now and I’m very particular about the cleanliness of the job.
I will never forget the one time they stayed open an extra hour to make sure I got the color I liked and didn’t let me settle for the beige that turned out too pink. THEY insisted to change the color to make me happy, which makes me come back every time.
Of course it gets loud in here every once in a while, but bring your noise canceling headphones and play some relaxing music and you should be more than fine!
Their color selection is pretty wide and they do a good job on nail designs, too!
Just ask, and if you have a picture, that always helps!

I hate long, essay-​like reviews and these people were very friendly so I feel bad writing this.
Nonetheless, they do a HORRIBLE job on acrylic full sets.
I got my full set on May 20. Literally a week later, one nail popped right off. A second one moments before I started typing this. I paid $ 30 for my fullset and $ 20 for my pedi and left a little over 15% tip.
The top coat is peeling off the other nails and the nail polish itself is fading along the edges. I would’ve NEVER tipped if I knew they’d be falling and peeling a week after I got them.
I only went here because I was out of time to find a proper salon that knows that they’re doing. I will never be back here

Inexpensive. Nice and humorous staff. well-​stocked and quality nail polishes. And best of all they’re not too busy. Love coming here for a mani and pedi.

God damn it. I specifically asked the woman NOT to cut my cuticles. I told her every time I get a manicure and my cuticles are trimmed my skin peels for days afterwards. She said «oh they probably cut too much». I reiterated, it happens every single time. So you can skip cutting the cuticles. During the manicure I notice she’s gently trying to cut the cuticles off a few of my fingers. Not every single one so I didn’t bother telling her to stop since it was intermittent. Well sure enough, here I am with peeling skin on 5 out of my 10 fingers. Pissed!

$ 25 gel manicure
$ 40 for gel mani/​regular spa pedi
Best and most reasonable manicure I’ve found in the south bay.
The nail tech’s are really hit or miss. Some do great and detailed cuticle care and some are quite sloppy. Ana is my go-​to for a guaranteed manicure that will last at least a week in terms of cuticle care and 3 weeks for gel longevity without chipping.
They have a wide selection of gel colors including Gellish and OPI.
I’ve never gone when it isn’t packed and I’ve never been taken on time despite always making an appointment. Usually the wait is long or you’ll be seated for a while with your acetone soak before someone gets to you… However, everyone who works there is incredibly sweet and always apologetic for your wait.
I usually go after work on any given weekday after 5:30pm, so I suggest trying other timeframes if you want to avoid wasting a lot of time.

This place is alwful. It’s small and the lack of customer service is appalling.
I called to make an appointment, I asked if they would have time to see me and she said «yes». I arrived on time and there was no place to sit and it was full! No one greeted me, so I said «hello» the staff didn’t answer me, just another client. I waited for 5 minutes before a woman came up to me and asked me what I wanted, I told her I had a 5:30 appointment, she said ok and walked away. Other clients came in after me, I waited, and waited …30 minutes later I left when the woman who arrive five clients after me was asked to sit and she was serviced!!! Wow, there are 1000s of nail salons to choose from, so don’t choose this crummy place. This is a zero star place.

I’m happy to announce that I’ve found my go-​to nail salon! I’ve been here twice and have worked with 3 different technicians. My experience with everyone here has been amazing. At $ 40 you get a pedicure (spa chair) and a gel manicure with a nice hand and foot massage. During my second visit I wanted to remove my old gel manicure (lasted more than 2 weeks) and get a design with gel. Kate told me the original design I wanted won’t look good because my nails were too short. I put my faith in Kate and let her do her magic to create a different design and am very pleased with both the outcome and the quality of the her work. It cost me $ 30 for removal of old gel manicure and gel manicure with a design. l will be back!

Seems like a busy little spot. It’s clean and attractive. But, I’ve been sitting here for over 40 minutes. The last 30 have been in the chair with feet soaking. Water is cool now and I have places to go and things to do. Was supposed to be done by 12:15 to make the rest of my day on time. I will try them again when I have more free time.
Update: when I’m gearing up to leave they start working on me. Happy to make my timeline. But quality was definitely lacking. I will try again on a slower day. Saturday late morning is not the time. Busy as heck, and lots of people had appointments still had to wait 30 – 40 minutes.

I love them, I live in oakland/​work in ssf and plan time in my work week to come in and see them!

Love having my nails done here inexpensive. always leave with beautiful nails and they last and they’re all friendly

They seated us promptly as walk ins.
My pedicure– the nails looked clean, massage was pretty much applying lotion and done.
My boyfriend’s– clipped nail/​skin that drew blood. Dabbed off with blue solution. No massage, no lotion.
They weren’t unfriendly but very impersonal.

Today was my first time here. One star each for:
*Being open on Easter (by appt — and I called for my appt 90 min prior)
*Food Network on the TV monitor while I was there
*Easy, Efficient service
*Clean facilities and tools.
My toes have never looked sexier (and I hate the look of my feet!!)

This is my go to place for my nail care. I am always satisfied with the way they do my nails. Prices are reasonable. The place is clean and they have great selection of nail polish.
I only let Binh do my nails.

I’ve been wanting to get my nails done for so long since I got rid of my acrylics & decided to grow them out. I also wanted to try a different salon out just because my salon wasn’t really big on nail designs.
My friend also liked this nail salon so I decided I should give it a try. We went there today and I wanted round shaped nails, and this triangle design. My friend made reservations for us & asked for the person who’s best at designs. The girl who ends up doing my nails is named Binh.
She was really polite and seemed sweet. I pick my color out and she starts cleaning my cuticles, and lightweight cuts me. It didn’t really bother me. She paints my nails, and is ready to start the design, she fucks it up and doesn’t seem to understand the design. She did an «okay» job on my right hand & totally half-​assed my left hand.
I really enjoyed their service but the whole design I really wanted for my nails ended up being very disappointing
I’m sorry but I’m never coming here again.

Jenny is the best! I came here to get my nails done before I tie the knot! Excellent at what she does!

Problems:
1– I got acrylics and didn’t want to spend too much so I told my lady I just wanted regular nail polish, two nails later she then left and another lady continued my nails
2– she spent a good hour on one hand and another on the other. NOTE: SHE NEVER GOT AROUND TO PAINTING THEM UNTIL AFTER SHE PLAYED ON HER PHONE
3– she did gel accidentally and only apologized and carried onto charging me $ 40 instead of $ 25
4– she cut me

They have SO many gel colors! I walked in for the first time and they were very nice. I was indecisive on what color to choose, I wanted Valentine’s Day colors but couldn’t decide whether to do red, white or pink but the guy that works there helped me choose and I’m so glad he has a good taste! I’m trying red for the first time ever and it’s such a pretty red.
The lady that did my nails were super kind to me as well. She kept complimenting about how long and thick my nails were and did an amazing job at shaping them as a coffin shape.
$ 25 for gel nails? I’ll be back again!

Ask for Kae (Kaye)!!! …not sure on how to spell her name. But she is AMAZING!
One of my girlfriends recommended this spot and Kaye to me. I haven’t been too happy with the nail salon I’ve been going to and really wanted a change. I did a walk-​in and thank goodness she was available. She knew exactly what I wanted and made sure I was happy with what I got. Not only was she gentle, she wasn’t the type of person to rush a job just to get it done which I respect. I will be going back to this place again since its closer to home.

My first visit was a couple months ago, wanted to venture out to a new nail spot! After researching and looking at the reviews, I’ve come across a review by a friend of mine. It ultimately pushed me to try them out! And I’m so glad that I did! I’m super happy with the outcome!
First appt I wanted to try out the stilettos since I never do it! Ai did it and I was very pleased! 2^nd appt it was done by Kae and I was in love! She did exactly what I wanted and even more! She went beyond my expectations! And I did not at all feel rushed unlike some other places. My 3^rd appt was today, unfortunate Kae was off (she’s off on Thursdays and Sundays) but Penny ended up doing my nails! And I asked her I wanted to go back to rounded square nails and I’m so happy! I love the length and the shape of it! It definitely matched my burgundy color!
In the end of all 3 appts I had I have to say I found my new nail spot! I’m alway pleased with the outcome!!!