




JC Fancy Nails & Spa
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JC Fancy Nails & Spa is listed on FindALoco in Philadelphia, PA with address, phone, website, hours, and map location. Common services and related keywords include Beauty Salon.
JC Fancy Nails & Spa is a beauty salon at 119 S 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its customer reviews describe manicure visits, nail care, polish selection, and massage as part of some appointments. Experiences vary considerably, so the most useful picture of the salon includes both the praise and the concerns customers have shared. The listing shows a 4.5-star rating from 206 reviews, a helpful starting point, but individual accounts offer important detail for anyone choosing a salon nearby.
Some customers describe a relaxing, pampering visit. One traveler who received a simple manicure said the appointment felt peaceful and mentioned an enjoyable back massage; another reviewer praised Jay for helping select OPI shades, including Funny Bunny and Bubble Bath, to match an inspiration picture. That reviewer also appreciated the thorough work and massage. These accounts may appeal to customers looking for a straightforward manicure with attentive polish guidance or a chance to unwind during their appointment. They reflect specific customers’ experiences rather than a guarantee that every visit or service will be the same.
Other reviews raise serious concerns about cuticle care, rough handling, and communication. Customers report being cut during service, feeling that their concerns were not handled well, or leaving upset by the interaction. One former regular also described waits of more than 45 minutes despite having an appointment. These are important considerations, particularly for anyone who prefers gentle cuticle work, needs a predictable schedule, or wants clear communication with a nail technician. Consider reading recent reviews and explaining your preferences before a service begins; if you feel uncomfortable, speak up and ask to pause.
JC Fancy Nails & Spa is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The salon is closed Monday. Its Center City Philadelphia address makes it an option to consider when looking for a beauty salon in the area, but the range of customer feedback suggests setting expectations and allowing flexibility for possible delays. For a first visit, confirm the service details and timing directly with the salon, and let your technician know what feels comfortable for you. This balanced approach can help you decide whether the salon’s manicure experience fits your needs.
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I don’t know if there was something in the air at this salon but wow. I dismissed the few negative reviews when I booked my appointment. Don’t make the same mistake - pay attention to how many people have marked the negative reviews as helpful. I was bleeding from my left ring finger and thumb cuticle area. You can’t tell from the pictures because the nail tech wiped the blood away so many times. I tried to wince and pull away slightly to let her know she was cutting too far up but each time she looked at me and then continued doing exactly what she was doing. At one point the electric file rolled around my entire finger. My nails were bulky at the tip, had divots mid nail, and jagged edges. There was nail product stuck to the skin underneath some of my nails. I had to coach my tech through replicating the design, and even then, the design was pretty off. The whole thing took 2 hours and 15 minutes but I tried to make the best of it by chatting with my nail tech. She was nice enough, but I was shocked by her pressuring me to tipping more at the end. The total came to $87 and I paid $90 in cash because I didn’t feel that the quality of work deserved more. As she was counting up the cash my nail tech taps the bill on the recommended tip amount and asks for a tip. I explained that I had tipped, just not the recommended amount. She decides to point at the recommended amount again! I explained myself again, and asked if that amount was required or recommended. She then shooed me off with her hand. What a crazy experience! All pictures are from the same day as the appointment. Do with this information what you will, fellow citizen. Edit: stars changed because they reached out to offer a refund or redo. I appreciate that they followed up.
Horrible experience. They cut my cuticles again & again. Blamed me for their shoddy work. I have never come out of a nail appointment visibly shaking. I just wanted to leave every second of my manicure. Extremely rough & I basically got barked at by the guy who pretended to be nice but then got increasingly annoyed as he didn’t like the work he did & had to redo. Being cash only and forcing people to use the atm is basically scamming. Do not go here.
I had a wonderful experience at this nail salon! I visited while on a trip, and this place gave me such a sense of relaxation and peace. I got a simple manicure, so I wasn’t expecting a ton, but it included an amazing back massage, so I left feeling very pampered and loving my nails — all for $23 + tip! My nails have lasted much better than expected too. These pictures show one week after my manicure, and I’ve even been hiking in the woods the past few days and fairly rough on my nails. Very impressed! I would definitely visit again when I’m in town.
Jay is beyond AMAZING. While I was looking at inspiration pictures, he was so helpful and recommended funny bunny OPI and bubble bath OPI to obtain the shade I wanted. He is so thorough and gives the best massages! Highly recommend booking an appointment with him—you will not be disappointed!!
I used to go here regularly and had positive experiences. However, the last couple of times I went they had me wait for over 45 min even though I made an appointment. Once my appointment actually started, the nail technician started yelling …
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