American Nails

I’ve tried tons of nail salons in Cherry Hill and Philadelphia and this is my favorite one because of their consistency between each nail technician, and the quality of my nails.
I get acrylics with gel color on top, short and rounded tips. I work in retail and type/​smack my nails on product and fixtures all day long. I get them done every 2– 2.5 weeks and in that time they do not chip, they do not lift (not once have I had an air pocket or have them break between fillings), and I’ve never had spots. My manicure is always perfect. They also hand paint designs.
I pay roughly $ 20-​$ 25 for filling (including acrylic fill, gel polish on top, and uv hard top coat ($ 1)), plus tip. If you’re looking for a cheaper fill you will get cheaper results — so this is worth it. (For example ANY nail salon attached to a mall is pure crap). There isn’t always a hand massage at the end, but let’s be real — it’s only a technician putting lotion on your hand and rubbing it around anyways.
The salon can get busy on the weekends, during prom season I see lots of girls in there, but they take appointments as well. I’ve always just walked in and they’ve taken me immediately. It is nice that they remember my name and have conversations with me as well. [They all speak english very well, for those who want to know that]. Very sweet ladies! They are fun! If you’re lucky you’ll hear them singing at the end of the day as they get ready to leave :)
They close at 7pm, and they usually take me at 630 when I get off of work — I just tip them extra if I keep them past closing time (because they live in north philly and have a long drive to get home!)
Tips in cash only. PNC Bank and ATM next door. Full services (waxing, mani/​pedi, etc).

Services: Mani and Pedi for 3 people
Cost: $ 10 per mani, $ 25 per pedi
Pros: price, ok nail service, massage chairs
Cons: staff was rushed because it was busy, no massage or pampering with mani, toe polish smudged because they were rushing.
We were just stopping through on a way to a wedding. We won’t be back, but it wasn’t the worse nail services ever.