Pristine Nails

I absolutely love this place. I generally enjoy gel manicures because they last so long, but I’ve often had to go for a regular manicure in between because it is so hard to find places where they will do all of the lovely steps of a regular mani (cuticles, shaping nails, lotion, scrub, hand massage, etc) — Pristine does an amazing job with the gel… They have such an eye for detail and make sure that you get the rest of the pampering, including a mini shoulder massage. I think their prices are very fair for the quality and service. I’ve never had an issue with any of the staff, including the owner who has never been anything but welcoming and pleasant. I would absolutely recommend this spot to any and all looking for relaxing, high quality nail/​wax/​etc service.

Very disappointing gel manicure. Why is every nail place in Montclair so incredibly average? Can someone please open a nice place? No cutical treatment. No exfoliation. The usual over crowded space. Bored surly technician. Not good my back.

I’ve been avoiding writing a review here because I love this place but at the same time I find it irritating. Now first is it clean and they use actual products not watered down cheap versions. I was impressed that the techniques they follow are not like the other nail shops I have been to. They really take the time to keep your nails healthy and not upsell you to make money. The techs take their time and attempt to do a good job. My mom did not have a good experience here and one tech was extremely rude and the owner had to re-​do her nails. I however kept coming for a little while but now I’ve decided to keep longer periods of time before I go.
However these are the issues I have had and the reason I don’t come that often (month inbetween), the techs should realize that just because someone doesn’t look Spanish/​Latina/​etc. doesn’t mean said person cannot understand or speak Spanish; that means watch your mouth. And as the queen of side-​eyeying people and expressing her emotions on her face, watch your facial expressions as well. Also there is definitely a favorities game played, which is annoying because I just want my nails done well. So I mean when I go to get my nails done, this is where I’d probably head to, but I’d still sigh when I get there and sigh when I leave. I would suggest coming here because it’s not a bad place but it would be great if everyone got the same treatment as others do.

Do not go to Pristine Nails. I had a standing appointment with «Jenny» and I went today and was told by Sunny (the extremely rude owner) that they will no longer accept standing appointments. I couldn’t believe what I was hearing but tried to understand and he got quiet nasty and told me I can call day of and if Jenny (who is always booked unless you are getting a big ticket service) is free then she will take you if not «you get who you get». This is no way to run a business. I have never been treated like this before. Yes Jenny does do a nice manicure but I don’t even think she has even got a cosmetology license. I have looked many times where they have the licenses hung and I have never seen one with her name or photo on it. I will be contacting the cosmetology board and have this place checked out. Here is a warning stay clear of Pristine Nails and save yourself the aggravation. I have also noticed them using tools and files on multiple people with out sanitizing them between customers. I always brought my own files to avoid getting an infection. I will also be mentioning that to the cosmetology board when I file my complaint. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!!

Great place. Its clean, the operators are professional and they always have new nail colors. I have never had to wait but I usually go on Fridays during the day. Their prices are a bit higher than average but its in a fairly upscale neighborhood AND you get what you pay for.

Excellent, excellent experience here. They’re very quick, attentive, professional, and friendly. Everything is clean and I must admit, I’m kind of a sucker for getting birthday coupons (10% off any service). Anyway, they recently added paraffin to the regular pedicure and I loved it! Highly recommend.

Hands down the best nail service in North Jersey. All of the technicians are incredibly professional and always accommodating. I have been coming here regularly for the past 6 years, and have moved from Bloomfield, to Franklin Lakes, Nutley & now to Lyndhurst, yet always make the drive to Pristine for one simple reason: I know I will ALWAYS be satisfied with the results.
Prices can be considered to be on the higher side, but you are paying for the high end salon experience and quality of work. I would recommend Pristine to anyone!

The best of the Montclair nail crop. Docked a star for the constant upselling that never seems worth it. Always have the newest colors, friendly staff and fair prices. It is so clean (and pristine, har har) and uncluttered, that it is an easy place to relax.
They have a few dedicated parking spaces, which is a great feature in Montclair, so that you don’t have to play the guess-​how-​long-​to-​feed-​the-​meter game, but I never seem to hit the parking lottery and land one.

Place is small and cute everyone was super friendly. My pedicure came out nice only thing that turned me off was the chairs aren’t massage chairs, it’s a feature that I find to be really relaxing during a pedicure. The leg massage could have been longer also kinda felt rushed.

Came w my wife. Place is super clean, friendly staffs and amazing service. She will def come back soon.

Couldn’t even get my nails done here because there was a 40 minute wait at 12pm on a Monday afternoon. It was my first time stopping in while on a search for a great nail salon. The space seems bright, clean and cute, but if you’re THAT busy then my suggestion is to hire more people onto your staff BC you’re losing money having so few people working and such a long wait. I didn’t fret, I went to my backup place to try which was Viva La Beauty in Nutley and I’m so glad that I wound up there BC everything was excellent, I wish I would’ve just gone there in the first place instead of driving all the way up to upper montclair and paying for parking only to be turned away.

I’ve been to many nail solons and even worked at one. This is the BEST nail salon in it’s area. Prices are reasonable. Everyone that works here does an amazing job and is friendly (unlike some salons where the workers are rude and you never know if you will get a good mani/​pedi depending on who you get).
Also, they ALWAYS have the latest colors in Opi and Essie!

Absolutely loved this place! Comfortable chairs and exceptional service. I had Jenny for a mani and pedi, and it was one of the best mani pedis I have ever had. She took her time, especially with the massage on my legs. It was a soothing and relaxing experience. Definitely going back, already scheduled the appointment.

This place is small but very well appointed with an upscale vibe (and very clean)! I’ve never waited longer than 10 mins w/​o an appt. They offer a big variety of gel color options. I usually get one of their designated parking spots that’s meter-​free. Staff is super nice and they offer a good loyalty program, and even bday coupons. Best kept secret for Montclair nail salons, shhhhh! Lol

Best nail salon in the area. Very clean, and the staff is very nice. I’ve been coming here regularly for the last year and can’t recommend it enough!

Loved it! The place is very nice and clean, everyone was so nice and friendly. it’s also very nice and relaxing when I had my pedicure those seats were so comfortable! Will be back!

Best nail salon in montclair. they always do a thorough job and i never feel rushed which is my biggest pet peeve ever getting my nails done. Own Sunny is so friendly and all the girls are very sweet. Only place I go !

Pristine is my absolute FAVORITE nail salon in NJ! The salon is spotlessly clean, they have a wonderful selection of polish colors, and all of the technicians do a fantastic job. The owner is very friendly too — after Hurricane Sandy hit our area, he offered clients without power to charge their phones in the salon. I recommend this place to everyone

Very clean and very friendly. Unless there’s a large group, it’s usually pretty quiet as well. All of the technicians are very professional — I never feel the need to specify who I want to work with me. I usually walk right in, the wait is rarely very long. Overall, this is just a really pleasant and relaxing place to go to. Because it’s tucked away next to Magnolia’s Wine Shop, it feels like it’s a local secret.

Pristine Nails is the friendliest and most serene nail salon in town. If you want a relaxing pedicure with talented nail technicians, this is the place. You can book an appointment but you sometimes don’t need one. You can walk in and choose a color and they are happy to serve you. Sunny, the owner, is always friendly and happy to help out. I love that it is tucked away behind the ‘high’ street traffic.