D’z Nails

D’z Nails is NOT closed!!! She rebranded in January 2016. Still at same location with the same top-​notch service!

Again, a great salon that is timid on Location. So, to start a great review, let me tell you *exactly* how to get there.
You need to be on 32^nd Street, just North of its intersection with University Ave. The salon is located in the San Diego County Credit Union building, a huge silver spire that’s impossible to miss. You park in the brown brick garage (free!) that’s just behind SDCCU on 32^nd.
Walk towards University Ave. on 32^nd, out of the garage, and you’ll see the entrance (which makes no mention of D’z Nails). It’s the doorway to the combined businesses of J Stila Salon & Clean Slate Waxing (one door).
Straight through the door is a small reception desk. Standing there, D’z nails is in the atrium space over your right shoulder. With three businesses, they are a bit short on space, so I find it best to go to reception first.
I had the Bomb Diggity Pedi, which was absolute bliss:
«Invigorating eucalyptus soak. Trim, shape & file nails. Detailed cuticle work with cuticle treatment. Exfoliating scrub with 20 min calf and foot massage. Finish with cooling mask and hydrating treatment, polish or buff natural nail to a shine.»
I have to mention the masque — it was CND’s Almond Illuminating masque, it was amazing, and I would bathe in this stuff if I could buy it by the gallon.
My manicurist was Diane Richards, who was very personable and professional. With so many nail salons in San Diego, one really has to go the extra mile to attract and keep clients. I think Diane wins out over many in her profession because of her genuine warmth and her skills. I have visited skilled pedicurists who were dour and monosyllabic; I have visited those who were bubbly, wonderful — and gave pedicures that lasted about 5 days. Diane is the Real Deal.
Highly Recommended.

Ask for Lindsay. She awesome. Sweet and professional. Everything is clean and sterilized.

simple if i can give Diane 10 stars i would. I’m used to always feeing rushed and ALWAYS having to micromanage whatever service i was getting done because they werent doing it correctly. with D i just had to set back relax and enjoy my pedicure my feet felt amazing once i left. i cant wait for my next visit. you get your money worth

This review is very overdue! I went for the first time last year in August. Olga did my nails. She did a beautiful job. I never had so many compliments on my nails from strangers before. A lot of attention to detail! Olga took her time, which I like. Since the prices are on the higher side for me ill only come for special occasions.
Note: this is not the type of place you can just walk in to or make a last min appointment. Please plan ahead of time, and you wont regret it. They are that good and worth the wait.

I have been coming to Diane for a few years and could not recommend her enough. She is a consummate professional who takes pride in her work. Her salon is clean, comfortable, and always decorated beautifully. I get both manicure and pedicures which are always well done. I have a couple of nails that have been damaged over the years from acrylics and Diane takes considerable time in working her magic on them. I have had Olga do my nails when Diane was not available and she does the same professional and caring job that Diane does. Thank you to both Diane and Olga for the wonderfully professional job that you do!

Love going to D’z nails. Both Olga and Diane are a pleasure to be around. The care and attention paid to my nails during the service have resulted in gorgeous, healthy growth. I always receive compliments on them and I never leave dissatisfied. I would enthusiastically recommend this salon to everyone. Then again, I’m kind of tempted to keep them to myself! ~.^

This review is long overdue. I’ve been seeing Diane for my nails since early 2012, when D’z Nails (and the adjoining J. Stila Salon) were still at their Banker’s Hill location.
They are now located in a pretty great location on University Ave. just a block west of the 805 freeway. I live in Pt. Loma and getting to my appointment is always a breeze, which is lucky, because I am frequently running late… Parking is free, easy, and plentiful in the garage right next to the shiny bank building next door — Diane and her crew are right there on the bottom floor of that silver building.
The salon itself is bright, clean, and airy. Diane always has cute seasonal decorations under the glass of her manicure table. I spend most of my time with Diane and her employee, Olga, but I can say that I’ve always been greeted warmly and found all salon staff to be friendly and accommodating.
I really, really like the shellac manicure. It seems like every time I come in Diane has new, just-​released colors in stock. She’s pretty gifted with layering colors, as well, to create unique shades or add some sparkle to a matte color. Her work is careful, thorough, and meticulous. She can also do cool «nail art» (the execution of which is mostly a mystery to me) — all I know is for Halloween, my ring fingers had funny Frankenstein faces that very much entertained my sons. If I treat my nails well (oiling my cuticles, wearing gloves to do housework, etc.) they still look lovely two weeks after my appointment.
If Diane weren’t great at what she does, I wouldn’t have kept going back to her (every other week!) for as long as I have. There may be scores of nail technicians in San Diego who do reliably beautiful work but I wouldn’t know because the biggest and best reason that I keep going back to Diane is Diane herself.
In fact, right before I found her, I had my nails done at another salon. My nails looked great, no problem, but the entire appointment was uncomfortable. Making conversation was like pulling teeth; it was like having my nails done by a robot. I was so pleased when I went to Diane for the first time and it was *fun*. Her awesome personality, the relaxed and happy atmosphere in the salon, and the conversation make walking out the door with beautiful nails feel like a bonus. I look forward to every appointment because it really is like going to hang out with good girlfriends.
As a side note, I have three little boys and sometimes, I’ve had to bring one or more with me to nail appointments. Both Diane and Olga have always been so cool about my kids coming along. Granted, my kids are usually overjoyed to have permission to glue themselves to a phone or iPad so they keep pretty quiet but still, it’s so nice to not feel like an unwelcome guest dragging my boys in there. My littlest has even gotten a coat of polish on the fly a time or two :)
Keeping up regular manicures and pedicures is an investment, both in time and in money. Being a (pregnant :) Mom of three, I’m pretty careful about where I spend my time and my money. I’ve been a regular client of Diane’s for this long because I feel like both my time and my money are well-​spent. Being a full-​time Mom is hardly glamorous but as silly as it sounds, I feel much better about my unwashed hair, stained t-​shirt, and flip flops when I have beautiful fingers and toes.
If you’re looking for a regular manicurist or just a one-​time, special event treat, I really encourage a visit to see Diane, Olga, or Felmie, another D’z Nails gal. They’ll treat you right and you’ll leave with beautiful hands and feet.

Diane, Olga and Felmie have all done wonders with my nails.
I’m fairly particular with what shape, color, and length my nails are, and the whole team at D’z are wonderful and accommodating, making sure I always get exactly what I’m after.
After years of plain nails because I hate even one little chip, D’z Nails has given me awesome nails all the time with the shellac manicure that doesn’t chip!
Last, it’s such a pleasure to go in for an appointment. A glass of wine, great and fun conversation, and such a cute little boutique as well.
All around, a little oasis of indulgence in my busy workweek.

I LOVE Olga & Dianne! I have been seeing Olga for my shellac mani & pedi for years now, and she is amazing! I have never had anyone take such time to meticulously make my nails perfect! Not only do my nails ALWAYS look perfect, they last forever! I always book my appointments at least a month in advance, because just as any fabulous beauty establishment, clients fill up their books a month out. They also make it so easy to book online, which is really great to see all of their openings! Olga & Dianne are so professional and delightful, and they really engage in conversation with you, unlike many nail salons I have attended, where there is a constant stream of walk-​ins, and business phone being answered that are so interrupting. I love how focused they are on doing a great job, while giving 100% of their attention. I am their FOREVER client and I can say with certainty that D’z Nails is one of a kind! Book you appointment online now… you won’t regret it!

UNPROFESSIONAL SERVICE! The service from both Olga and Diane is the worst ever experienced in San Diego. Have been receiving service from this location for several months and in that time both of these so called nail specialists have failed and worsen in their providing great customer service. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY.

Unilocal did not disappoint! I was looking for a place to do my nails and came across D’z nails. After reading great reviews about Diane I decided to book an appt with her. Diane did an amazing job on my nails. I had the shellac mani and pedi for the first time. It’s been over a week since my nails were done and they look just as beautiful as day one! If you have never done shellac I would highly recommend it. It’s more expensive but it lasts a long time.
From start to finish my nails were handled with care and patience. At regular salons you feel rushed but not at D’z. I’m a customer for life!

I love Diane (and Olga too)! Diane has been doing my nails for about a year now and I could not be happier. People are not kidding when they refer to her as the Nail Whisperer! She performed magic on my stubby little digits! A few things you need to know; Diane is by Appointment only, she is not cheap (but her work is outstanding), and her shop offers FREE PARKING (in the middle of North Park)! Diane is amazing, she listens, she creates, and she makes you feel like a million bucks when you leave! Treat yourself and you won’t be sorry!

This is a fantastic nail salon, and Diane and her team are the best! I used to frequent those «walk in» nail places located in strip malls where you never get to work with the same person twice. I was referred to Diane, and I have never been happier!
Diane educated me on why she does things a bit differently than what I had been used to, and I now have extremely healthy nails and nail beds because of her care and education. I am well taken care of, and I’m thrilled with the high quality of service.
Understand that this is a relationship with your nail professional. I would not expect to be able to just «walk in» to see my hairstylist, and I don’t expect to be able to do that with Diane. I book my appointments in advance, and I also have the ability to schedule or reschedule online Because of the professional nature of this relationship, I am aware that it can be hard to reschedule, because Diane and her team are in demand. As long as you get that this is NOT like a «drop-​in and there are 10 people sitting around to take you» salon, you will not be disappointed.

LOVE LOVE LOVE! I’ve been seeing Diane and Olga for shellac manicures for a few months now & I am obsessed!
They both do flawless work.
If you love bright colors & wild/​fun designs your perfect match is Diane :)
Olga is so sweet & loves all the classic looks. She put together a gorgeous yellow with gold glitter look last time I went! I got so many compliments!
I highly recommend checking them out!

I am really happy with the professionalism and quality of work at D’z so far. Both Crystal and Diane have been wonderful and really care about the overall look of your nails, as well as their health which is just as important. I always have to do Shellac since I work with my hands and am pretty hard on my nails, my current ombré shellace has a week on it and looks flawless still (hope I didn’t just jinx it…)
The business is located inside J Stila salon in North Park and can be tricky to find the first time. But there is a covered lot where you can park which makes things really easy. Love the online booking interface too! I suppose some would consider this place to be expensive but it is worth the extra expense for quality work, quality product and a pleasant environment.

Diane was able to fit me in at the last minute because of a cancellation. I have NEVER had a better manicure! I have been doing shellac for over a year and Diane did the best job I have ever had. She was so knowledgeable about the product, that I realized all the other places I have been to are actually doing it wrong! She explained to me the right way and I will never go to another chop shop again.
The salon was clean and professional and Diane was fantastic. 5 stars!

D does great precise bonafied CND shellac, and I really love that she has all of the colors and additives, every time I get something totally new and fabulous!

Crystal did ombré shellac on my nails and i couldn’t have had a better experience. She brought me a glass of wine, cleaned my nails thoroughly and did a great job evening out my nails, repaired the damage from my previous shellac experience at another salon And overall made my nails look great!

Tried calling just now for an appointment.
No answer twice.
What is going on today with nail business not answering their phones?!
Totally unprofessional! How she stays busy when she isn’t able to answer a phone to book more clients is beyond me. How there are so many 5 star reviews is beyond me! How did they even get in the door? I suppose they walked in and either she wasn’t busy (because she doesn’t answer the phones to book clients) or they had to wait while she finished with a client. Either way I don’t plan to gamble on wether or not walking in will require a wait or not. I haven’t the time for these shenanigans and I am getting more furious each salon I call that won’t answer.
#badbusiness
ADDED AFTER OWNER COMMENT:
So I’m supposed to call, leave a message and you will get back to me in 24hours or less? FYI i needed my nails done TODAY as I leave for fun in Vegas tomorrow at 10am. Waiting 24hours is NOT an option for most of us who need to schedule things and try to arrange our lives around it. You need to change your business practices. My usual nail woman Lin at LV nails answers when she does my nails. Takes her less than a minute to ask what they want, when they want it and she writes it in her appointment book. THERE IS NO EXCUSE TO RESPECT YOUR CURRENT CLIENTS TIME AND SCHEDULE BUT DISRESPECT FUTURE CLIENTS TIME AND SCHEDULE.

It’s no wonder people refer to Diane as the ‘nail whisperer’!
She’s incredible! I’m a very active girl and not the least bit gentle on my fingers and toes — I teach outdoor boot camps so I’m always in the grass and dirt on my hands and I dance so I’m really hard on my toes too.
I am impressed! I met with Diane’s for a Shellac mani/​pedi over 3 weeks ago and my nails still look amazing! No chips or scratches — and they are still shiny.
I’ve never been able to keep my nails looking good for more than a couple of days — but that was all before I was referred to Diane.
If you’re a low maintenance girl like me, but you want pretty nails — see Diane! She’s inside the J Stila Salon in their new and beautiful location in North Park near the Fresh and Easy off University. She uses a great online booking system so it’s easy to schedule with her and she is so accommodating — guaranteed to get you in and out on time!