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Great Nails — Nail Salons in Bowie

Great Nails

Nail SalonsBowie, MD

4 out of 5 stars4.0(177 reviews)

Quick info

+1 301-805-0257
6904 Laurel - Bowie Rd, Bowie, MD 20715, United States

About Great Nails

Great Nails is a nail salon on Laurel Bowie Road in Bowie, open on a walk-in basis with no appointment needed. The salon operates daily, giving customers a consistent option for stopping in throughout the week. Services follow the standard nail salon format, with the counter staff handling clients as they arrive rather than by scheduled booking. This walk-in structure suits anyone looking to fit a manicure or pedicure into an unplanned stretch of time. The daily schedule means the salon doesn't close for a standard weekday off, so options remain open regardless of which day a visit fits best. Located directly on Laurel Bowie Road, the salon is straightforward to find along that stretch of the city.

Reviews

4.0/5
177 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention gel pedicure chipping, french tip nail set, nail shaping issues and custom nail designs.

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Customer Review Summary

Nail designs draw the most praise, with several reviewers describing custom sets, from a short french tip to homecoming nails to a two-color polka dot request, done just as pictured. Walk-in pedicures also earn repeat mentions, with one reviewer noting a design they loved, snacks and drinks offered, and quick seating. Close behind, a few describe a comfortable, clean atmosphere with little to no wait after adding technicians on a busy Saturday. Complaints recur around consistency and durability, one reviewer says gel pedicure polish came off overnight, another reports chipping within two weeks, and one describes an amateur pedicure with asymmetrical polka dots and mismatched nail shapes. One reviewer describes a more serious incident, saying a technician applied acrylic over a lifted, improperly glued nail despite raised concerns, leaving a visible gap, and reports being overcharged beyond the quoted amount, ultimately requesting a refund. Another reviewer asked to switch technicians mid-pedicure over sloppy work.

Featured reviews

  • Eva Smith
    “I’m extremely disappointed with my experience at Great Nails. I came in asking for a simple two-color nail design and instead was met with unprofessional service from the start. The technician who did my full set did not properly glue my natural nail to the tip. I noticed my nail was lifting and pointed it out, but he ignored my concerns and continued applying acrylic over a lifted nail, leaving a visible gap between my real nail and the acrylic. This is not only poor quality but also a potential hygiene and safety issue. I repeatedly asked for it to be fixed, and it wasn’t addressed until I was nearly in tears. When he finally removed it and redid the nail, he then refused to properly shape my nails. The final result was thick, bulky, and shapeless. Another staff member tried to help, but the nails still looked overly thick and poorly done. To make matters worse, I was originally quoted $55 and told there would be a discount, yet somehow I ended up paying $60 for nails I’m unhappy with. I left feeling unheard and overcharged. I am requesting a refund because the service I received did not meet basic professional standards. I hope the salon takes customer concerns more seriously in the future.”
  • ilana kitchen
    “nail designs are always on point. She looks at picture and boom done deal.... Love this place”
  • Zenobia Hampton
    “The pedicure was amazing, the nail tech was amateur at best.. The nails weren't shaped the same, the polka dots not symmetrical.. I won't return to this place!”
  • Morganstein-Lee
    “I LOVE GREAT NAILS 💅 They provide exceptional quality care! The Best EVER!! WHAT BETTER PLACE TO RELAX AND ENJOY THEIR SERVICES!!! …”
  • Abigail Newell
    “went today for my homecoming nails- staff is super sweet! they did a great job and gave exactly what i asked for.”

Hours

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Good to know

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • On-site services available
  • Has toilet
  • Accepts walk-ins
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  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

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