TM Nails Salon

This was the worst gel manicure/​pedicure I’ve ever gotten. My pedicure chipped right when I got home, and the lady who was my technician was very rude and acted like I had never been to a nail salon… She also used a clear polish that was completely stained red. Hello… get some new polish.
The gel manicure was also awful. The technician used yet another base coat/​top coat that left splotches and discoloration. I asked about it multiple times and she disregarded my comments. She also had to literally «touch up» every single nail because she was so uncoordinated with the brush.
To top it all off, they didn’t clean or have new nail equipment — which in this day and age is absolutely disguising. I almost left without paying.
My roommate who was with me had a similar awful experience and almost didn’t pay for hers as well.
DO NOT go here…

My favorite nail salon!
This place has the best prices, staff, and facility. Everything is new and clean. It’s a small place, but I think that’s why I love it so much.
The staff is very friendly. I never feel unwelcome or awkward. They make me feel comfortable. They also offer you beverages– tea, soda, water.
Compared to the other salons in North Arlington, these have the lowest prices, and they do the best job!

I love this place! It is affordable and great service and not to mention having my nails looking define :)

I have been to this salon many times, over 20. This past visit, I was the only patron, 2 woman on staff, 1 man. ½ way through my pedicure, one of the women is heard screaming and slapping her little girl (under age 4) in the back. The child is sobbing, I then see in the hall reflection her grab her and throw her in the bathroom. Next I hear the child being slamming against the walls. I start raising my voice and demanding one of the employees go back there and stop this violence immediately. The woman doing my pedicure, says not to worry, the mother is just joking around. I say no, someone better stop this. The man (evidentially the husband/​father) walks toward the bathroom and acts like he is stopping this attack. He neglects to realize I see his reflection as well and he is just standing in the hallway outside the bathroom while this child is being beaten.
The child is left alone in the bathroom, light out. I leave and call the police. Please consider this if you are going to visit this shop. I will never step foot in there again and can only hope the Arlington police and child protective services get involved.

I think I found my new back up salon for when my regular nail lady is overbooked.
Morgan did an amazing job on my nails. I decided to try something different and go with an anchor design. I’m truly amazed by her talent because she free handed the design. I didn’t have time to get a pedicure today but will update my review once I get them done.
A friend referred me to this place because it’s near our school. I definitely recommend this place and you should ask for Morgan!

Didn’t mean to select this place for a review.

TM is the ONLY Salon I will go to from now on! I have tried almost every nail salon in Arlington and I have found the best one in town! The staff is so friendly and they are perfectionists. Kim and Andy are the best in the business– they make my nails perfect every time. I am very particular about my nails (color, shape and length) and Andy listens to what I want and they come out exactly how I want them. All my roommates go to this salon as well and we won’t go anywhere else.
Their customer service is the best– always available, friendly and professional. One time I forgot cash for a tip, I felt so bad and told her I would run to an ATM and she said «No, no, no, don’t worry about it.» Another time, I was in there getting my nails done and I told them I didn’t have time for a pedicure (even though I clearly needed one) and Kim just did a quick touch up while I sat there getting my manicure. I offered money for it but she would not take it.
They also do perfect eyebrows– I am even more picky about my eyebrows and they are exactly how I like them every time. It is such a wonderful atmosphere and my nails turn out incredible every time– TM is the only salon I will go to in Arlington. I highly recommend it!

Tina did an amazing job with my eyebrows. Neat, tidy and relatively painless. She really took care to make sure the shaping was right

When my regular place couldn’t fit me in, I tried TM Nails. Mai did a wonderful job and her leg massage was fabulous. So, when I needed another pedicure I called to see if she was available. It was her day off, but she came in anyway! Now that’s customer service!
Also, their massage chairs are the best I’ve had.

I just moved to the area and tried out a couple nail salons. This place looked clean so I wanted to give it a try. I believe the owner, older male did my nails. Even after explaining to him what I wanted and how I wanted it, he assured me that he knew what he was doing and knows what I want… I wanted a thin layer of polish, and pointy nails. Nothing of what I wanted reflects my nails after getting them done at this salon. But the main reason I am writing this review is because the make who did my nails was sneezing and wiping his nose with the same tissues over and over again without sanitizing his hands while working with my hands?! Gross, on top of that the man was very unfriendly, never coming back!!!

TM Nail Salon changed owners earlier this year. As a longtime every 2 week customer, I was unsure about the change at first. I am happy to report the new owners are great. They have invested in upgrading the equipment and fixtures and it’s cleaner than ever. The new owners are wonderfully kind and friendly. Perhaps most importantly they do a great job on my nails (possibly even better than the old staff.). I have a standing appointment for a silk wrap manicure with Andy. I also have regular pedicures and waxing done here. I have very sensitive skin and Kim is very careful and gentle. I recommend this salon without hesitation.

This place changed ownership in the summer and isn’t the same. On my last visit in early November, Rose tore into the corners of my toenails causing a lot of pain and bleeding. After refusing the salt scrub three times, she still gave it to me. My skin is sensitive so I ended up paying an extra $ 10 to be in pain. I should have said something, but that’s not my personality. Plus the actual polish was less than spectacular. Beware! I noticed that the old owners rented a larger space at the corner of Glebe and George Mason. That’s where I’ll be going from now on.

Kim always calls me when she knows I need to come in and that’s awesome! She came in earlier than the store hours to accommodate me.

So I moved to Arlington a little over a year ago, and I have not been hopping from one nail salon to another. It’s been very difficult to find the right spot. Other salons had very rude technicians, long wait, or just simply did a poor job. I started getting «pink and white» last year and unfortunately not every salon does it, or if they do, they must not have well experience technicians that do it often.
After hearing good things about Nails 2000 just two blocks away, I decided to check it out. My nails looked amazing but two days later they were all breaking. I gave them another chance and my nails lasted about a week. Feeling really frustrated, I was going to try to find a new salon in D.C. Due to the horrible parking in D. C I decided I will check again to see if there is a good salon in the Arlington area.
TM Nails had great reviews so I decided to give them a try and get a pink and white fill in. SOOOOO glad I did! I came in early afternoon so it was empty. The technician Kathy took her time and made sure I was happy with every detail. Because it was just a fill, they are not «perfect», however they are way better than before! My nails came back to life! After I paid for my nails, Kathy realized she had overcharged me by $ 5 and gave me the change back. I was confused so she showed me the price list in their brochure and explained I didn’t need to tip her since my cc was already charged for more than the amount due. Although it’s the good and smart thing to do if you want a repeat customer, I was still surprised she was honest with me.
Ohh and they have a nice size private parking lot AND they have a frequent customer card. After 5 visits, you get 25% off your 6^th visit! How awesome is that?! Will def be returning!

Amazing service!
I’ve tried many nail locations in the North Arlington area but nothing compares to the quality and care TM Nails offers. They have awesome deals and discounts for students and they’ve recently renovated the entire salon. High quality products and great employees make it the best nail salon I’ve visited in a long time. I’m a regular and I’m happy to say I haven’t come across a better gel manicure within a 15 mile radius.
The only reason I’m giving such a raving review is because I feel they’ve really earned it! Would recommend to all my friends.

A friend and I decided on a whim to get our nails done, now flip flop season is upon us!
We chose TM Nails Salon because of previous Unilocal reviews– and we are so glad we did. The ladies welcomed us with smiles, had us sign in (I guess so they can keep track of what services they do throughout the day) and took us in straight away.
My friend wanted a gel manicure, so she chose her color and was taken to her table and started on. Meanwhile, I was having a standard pedicure and gel French manicure. They worked on my pedicure first– and it’s a testament to how gentle and professional they are, that for someone who hates having her feet touched– I actually enjoyed it!
My friend’s manicure was beautifully shaped and applied, as were my French gels. I expect them to last me a long time!
My 2 services came to $ 60, and my friend’s, $ 30.
I will definitely be back over the course of the summer– thank you, lovely ladies of TM Nails!

I have been going here for years, and before today, I would have always given them 4 – 5 stars. But after today, I am never going back.
I was there with my sister, and was discussing the fact that I am currently pregnant. The women there overheard me, and try to upcharge me for a much more expensive «chemical free» pedicure and manicure. I told them that every website, my doctor, and all my apps said regular manicures and pedicures were fine, and declined. They were rude and annoyed that I would not purchase this more expensive package. Next, the woman told me that the nail polish color I had picked was ugly, and not appropriate for spring. I said I wanted it anyway and she shook her head at me. While she was doing my pedicure, I asked her to use a razor on my foot. She gave me an attitude, told me it was unnecessary and tried to skip it. I insisted on using the razor, which she used for *maybe* 5 seconds on each foot before telling me that was enough. She rushed through my pedicure, which she finished at least 10 minutes before my sister, despite the fact that my pedicure was started later.
I had a similar experience with my manicure, which she rushed through in about 10 minutes, after first yelling at me that my nails were too short. She told me they were «impossible to file» and refused to file them. I just sort of stared at her so she filed a few of my nails but mostly just scratched my finger tips and said again that my nails were too short to file (they were not).
When I tried to pay (for myself and my sister) they tried to refuse giving her the student discount, despite the fact that her license showed she is 22, and she produced a current GMU student ID. I was completely flabbergasted by the entire experience, and will definitely not be back. It’s a bummer because for years, I have gone here at least every two weeks and really enjoyed it. I could overlook a bad manicure, but rude service to a regular? They won’t get a second chance from me.

I’ve been coming here with my mom since I moved to Arlington a few years back and love it! They are so friendly and do a great job. Prices are decent and they redid the place not too long… I would definitely recommend it!

I needed a manicure which I usually get every three weeks. I was long overdue and decided to try this place after reading the reviews. I didn’t go to American nails in the Harris teeter mall because they use mitts and do not soak your hands for the manicure. This place doesn’t soak either apparently.
I knew we were off to a rough start because I could feel a few pinches but no blood was drawn… yet. Yes eventually she did cut me and it became apparent after she put on the polish I had brought. She basically tried to blame me because my cuticles were to dry. That may be so but knowing that and the fact that I was the only person in the salon, maybe she could have made sure that cuticles were ready to be cut rather than proceeding if she knew the possibility was there. I haven’t been cut since I was a restless pre-​teen.
No I won’t be back.

I am a usual loyal client of TM nails salon and I have to say I have been to MANY salons in the area and none have challenged TM nails quality, and service.
It is in a secluded area behind mother macaroons and next to the safeway. On the outside, it looks like any other salon, however on the inside, the décor is very relaxing and the service is amazing. You get the longest massages, and every time I go there my nails come out perfect. Not a flaw.
They are very kind and accomodating, and there is never a wait! This place is far superior to the other salons in the area (american nails, and nails 2000. I have been to both to keep my options open, and came running back to TM nails because of a bad experience at both).
Not only are the nails good, but Tammy (one of they nail artists), does an amazing eyebrow wax and lip wax. In addition to their great service, the prices are so low! So you get the highest quality of nails for a great price.
Each technicians spends much time on you and obviously focuses on you and their work, nothing else. The place is very clean, and their are so many color options to choose from. They even have a large array of gel colors too!
This place is HIGHLY HIGHLY recommended, and if you are new to the area looking for a new go-​to salon, this is the place!