Opaque Nail Studio in Portland, OR

I have been looking for a highly quality manicure and have been tired of the inconsistency of other nail salons. Annika is amazing-- she is meticulous and precise. I highly recommend scheduling regular services, you will not regret it. The space itself is clean, modern, and relaxing.

Gave this salon a solid month run and was disappointed  more than I was impressed.

First off let me start by saying I really like the dry manicure/pedicure technique and the durability of the gel overlay, but it pretty much tops there.  A basic one color paint job is fine, but it seems like anything beyond that and the execution is hit or miss.  I requested a layered French tip on my nails that had quite some length to them.  The final product was not great... uneven, shaky lines and just kind of a sloppy look all around. Now learning is a part of the process... I understand but 120 for the service is not acceptable. When I reached out to mention something about it I was given a "credit" on the design portion of the next manicure ($20).  Where if was also mentioned next time it was suggested I send a photo of my requested design... it was a pretty standard French tip... not sure how much advance notice is necessary.   From there I also got a few pedicures.  Again, they were fine, but at one of my appts the tech made me bleed and no comp or credit was given.  It was the skin under my toe that was clipped. Was pretty painful and required and bandaid for several days. And lastly the straw that broke the camels back was be calling to inform of potential COVID exposure.  I called the morning of my appt to let them know as they take it very seriously.  As I anticipated I was asked to reschedule the appt, but surprisingly was charged for the full cost of appt within minutes. I understand having a cancellation policy but charging me in full for an appt you will not let me attend after I've showed a courtesy to inform you of COVID exposure just seems backwards. All you're encouraging is for people not inform and show up anyways. It was also mentioned they would try to fill the appt and charge me if they could not, however I was charged immediately after canceling and it doesn't appear any effort was made to fill my appt. Over all nice staff and basics are okay, but the extras and the cost over all not worth it.

I had my first gel manicure (from a different salon) and it was just not for me. Jocelyn expertly and painlessly got them off (and they were thicc!) and gave me exactly what I wanted- a beautiful, natural looking manicure. It was so reasonably priced especially given the mess I showed up with. Jocelyn also just a super pleasant, easy to be around, salt of the earth person. I had a lovely experience. See you next time!

I was given rude service after not booking the correct appointment. Extremely overpriced for what it is. only two nail techs , only one of which does any sort of nail "extension" and no acrylics. Nail art costs upwards of 80+ for a gel manicure, somewhere around $100 dollars for the lowest tier of nail art for a gel manicure (I was told the pictures I sent in would be even more money (level 2?) after I had already driven all the way there, even though the nail art I sent was very basic). Honestly pretty unprofessional, considering they make you pay a small fee in advance AND require a fee if you cancel less than 48 hours before. Website is super confusing. Didn't try to clarify if I wanted extensions even though the reference pictures I sent in were all of fake nails.

If I could give 10 stars I would.  Absolutely awesome Pedicure with Joselyn!  I recently moved to area and was apprehensive about going to a new place but I found Opaque by searching through Dazzle Dry.  I have done nothing but dry manicures and pedicures using this product for 3 years.  They last 4-6 weeks and the polish drys in less than 10 minutes.  Opaque is spotlessly clean and has a very calming vibe.  I highly recommend them.