You should definitely try KAEN Beauty Design Studio / Nail de KAEN, if you have not been to a Japanese Hair & Nail Salon yet. We are one of the best quality salons in Vancouver. Our focus is on you and the effectiveness of our services and products. The products we use for the perm, colour, deep treatments, and the Japanese Super Straight are imported from Japan.
You can feel the difference in our products for its luxury and fine qualities. With double treatment using OLAPLEX, which repairs the damage from the core of each strand of hair, and DEESSE'S 3 Step Deep Treatment (Milbon), your hair becomes shiny, bouncy and smooth. Part director and operator of KAEN Beauty Design Studio & Nail de KAEN, he is also an instructor at KAEN Nail Design Academy.
You can feel the difference in our products for its luxury and fine qualities. With double treatment using OLAPLEX, which repairs the damage from the core of each strand of hair, and DEESSE'S 3 Step Deep Treatment (Milbon), your hair becomes shiny, bouncy and smooth. Part director and operator of KAEN Beauty Design Studio & Nail de KAEN, he is also an instructor at KAEN Nail Design Academy.
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Bio Sculpture Gel is a nail hardening treatment that looks thin and natural as your own nails. It supports weak, brittle, or soft flaking nails to grow without using artificial products like acrylic or hard gel nails. This product does not damage your natural nail plate, and can be worn for weeks without chipping.
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Aq C.
Sep 27, 2019
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This is my first time walking into a nail salon and requesting for a specific design. Kaori was able to replicate and blend the two designs I provided her. I am very happy with the end results.
Only giving 4 stars because some of the bio-gel didn't go right to the edge of my nails and the thickness consistency around the jewels were different.
Only giving 4 stars because some of the bio-gel didn't go right to the edge of my nails and the thickness consistency around the jewels were different.
Victoria V.
Mar 15, 2018
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Christie Y.
Mar 10, 2018
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I would definitely come back here for manicures, but not so much haircuts.
I've only had my nails done here once and that was back in 2014. I had a couple haircuts here and they weren't my favourite. Needless to say they are better equipped and specialized with mani-pedis. I absolutely love their bio-sculpture gel, not hard on the nails and make your nails healthy in the process.
I came about 15 minutes early to my appointment but I was attended on right away. I looked through their Instagram account before hand so I already knew what kind of design I wanted. I decided on a galaxy theme
I've only had my nails done here once and that was back in 2014. I had a couple haircuts here and they weren't my favourite. Needless to say they are better equipped and specialized with mani-pedis. I absolutely love their bio-sculpture gel, not hard on the nails and make your nails healthy in the process.
I came about 15 minutes early to my appointment but I was attended on right away. I looked through their Instagram account before hand so I already knew what kind of design I wanted. I decided on a galaxy theme
Joanne L.
May 12, 2017
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Rachel S.
Apr 17, 2017
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I was in from out of town and just got an incredible nail art experience from yumiko (yumi). I was initially hesitant to come because I was concerned they didn't have enough flamboyant art. Boy was I wrong! They were fabulous.
It was honestly one of the best nail experiences I've had in my life -- thank you for my glitterful leopard print blinged out hand!
It was honestly one of the best nail experiences I've had in my life -- thank you for my glitterful leopard print blinged out hand!
Brenda B.
Jul 23, 2016
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Found this place on a walk-by - their sandwich board caught my attention. I like pedicures done the old-fashioned way with a soaker bowl as the lack of sanitization of massage/pedi chairs scares the bajeezus out of me. This place doesn't have a massage/pedi chair in sight.
Initial impression is tranquil and spa-like in chocolate brown colours.
I was greeted immediately and told to pick out my nail colour from 3-4 long shelves of nail colours. OPI is popular as well as another brand I was unfamiliar with.
Team work was obvious here. An employee brought a large glass bowl of water for
Initial impression is tranquil and spa-like in chocolate brown colours.
I was greeted immediately and told to pick out my nail colour from 3-4 long shelves of nail colours. OPI is popular as well as another brand I was unfamiliar with.
Team work was obvious here. An employee brought a large glass bowl of water for
Tracey O.
Jun 26, 2016
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Sahar M.
Feb 10, 2016
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I've been to so many nail salons in Vancouver but always end up coming back to Kaen.
Yasushi is literally amazing at what he does and is super attentive. He takes his time and isn't harsh or rough on my nails. They don't talk much while working which I love, as getting nails done is my relaxing time.
EXTREME ++++ He is clean and will wipe down EVERYTHING immediately after use. He will also give you your nail file to keep. This is especially important and appreciated as I have gotten nail fungus on my nails AND toenails too many times to count at other salons.
My nails usually
Yasushi is literally amazing at what he does and is super attentive. He takes his time and isn't harsh or rough on my nails. They don't talk much while working which I love, as getting nails done is my relaxing time.
EXTREME ++++ He is clean and will wipe down EVERYTHING immediately after use. He will also give you your nail file to keep. This is especially important and appreciated as I have gotten nail fungus on my nails AND toenails too many times to count at other salons.
My nails usually
Elsa C.
Nov 14, 2015
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Atmosphere: A bit cramped feeling. Definitely cozy. 3 Mani stations and 1 temporary pedi station. Half the studio is used for hair salon. 3 hair chairs and 2 washing stations in a small studio.
Decor: cute chandelier. Trophies adorn the higher shelves on the nail salon side.
Artistry: Yasushi is patient and careful. He listens to my inspirations and understands what I am looking for and I entrust him with his ideas and expertise.
Decor: cute chandelier. Trophies adorn the higher shelves on the nail salon side.
Artistry: Yasushi is patient and careful. He listens to my inspirations and understands what I am looking for and I entrust him with his ideas and expertise.
Amanda P.
Sep 26, 2015
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Danita M.
Jul 11, 2015
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Amelia B.
Jul 06, 2015
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Kaen is bar none one of the top nail salons in Vancouver. I was looking for a nail tech that could actually do more complex work. I've been disappointed many times. Having tried about 10 different places over the last few years. A friend suggested I try Kaen.
The ladies who work there take great pride in their work. They do a near perfect job. They are sweet and friendly too. Very typical Japanese precision and quality. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. Every time I have left very satisfied. They are slightly more expensive, but it's well worth it. Your nails last a long time
The ladies who work there take great pride in their work. They do a near perfect job. They are sweet and friendly too. Very typical Japanese precision and quality. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. Every time I have left very satisfied. They are slightly more expensive, but it's well worth it. Your nails last a long time
Jenny L.
Apr 23, 2015
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Corina S.
Oct 01, 2014
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Joseph B.
Aug 10, 2014
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5 star for the nail salon
2 star for the hair salon
I came here for nails at first. And then I noticed they also have hair salon and decided to try it next time.
The nail stylist was very professional. I chose a hard drawing style from the magazine, I was worried she might not be able to do it. However it turns out to be amazing!Yay
My nails were too short for the stone arrangement in the magazine. So she made some rearrangements and turned out to be very pretty!
Went to their hair salon the following week. Unfortunately I'm not a fan.
I explained how I want my hair cut to the hair stylist
2 star for the hair salon
I came here for nails at first. And then I noticed they also have hair salon and decided to try it next time.
The nail stylist was very professional. I chose a hard drawing style from the magazine, I was worried she might not be able to do it. However it turns out to be amazing!Yay
My nails were too short for the stone arrangement in the magazine. So she made some rearrangements and turned out to be very pretty!
Went to their hair salon the following week. Unfortunately I'm not a fan.
I explained how I want my hair cut to the hair stylist
Elizabeth L.
Jun 14, 2014
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Kaen is the only place I'll go to have my nails done!
I always choose the BioSculpture manicure, which is expensive but completely worth it. The selection of colours is vast and the quality, skill and level of artistry of the nail artists at Kaen is unparalleled. Kaen's artists (I've been with Kaori, Momo and Kei - they're all great) are extremely careful and the level of their attention to detail is incredible. They take their time (usually you can count on being there for about 90 minutes), but you walk out with beautiful nails. They have lots of Japanese nail art magazines
I always choose the BioSculpture manicure, which is expensive but completely worth it. The selection of colours is vast and the quality, skill and level of artistry of the nail artists at Kaen is unparalleled. Kaen's artists (I've been with Kaori, Momo and Kei - they're all great) are extremely careful and the level of their attention to detail is incredible. They take their time (usually you can count on being there for about 90 minutes), but you walk out with beautiful nails. They have lots of Japanese nail art magazines
Andrea L.
May 04, 2012
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I've been going here for a while, or what seems like quite a few visits to finish a punch card for nails.
They are the only ones I have been going to for mine.
They're so creative, never fail to amaze you and get you in touch with your girly side. Everything is pink, fuzzy, floral etc.
If you haven't seen their work..good grief you have a lot of googling to do.
People do enquire how much I spend each time I'm there, they're usually left stunned, but at the same time, I'll have this artwork on my nails for a good month and a bit.
You get what you pay for.. :D
They are the only ones I have been going to for mine.
They're so creative, never fail to amaze you and get you in touch with your girly side. Everything is pink, fuzzy, floral etc.
If you haven't seen their work..good grief you have a lot of googling to do.
People do enquire how much I spend each time I'm there, they're usually left stunned, but at the same time, I'll have this artwork on my nails for a good month and a bit.
You get what you pay for.. :D
Vanessa A.
Dec 30, 2009
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I searched high and low for a place that does Japanese thermal straightening for a reasonable price (under $200) and I found it at Kaen. The place is tricky to find because it's upstairs from a little Japanese market on Robson.
The salon is really modern and clean. You can look out the window at the greenery. Very relaxing atmosphere (check out the web site for a couple pics) http://www.kaenvancouver.com/
My stylist was skilled and friendly but did not speak English fluently. Didn't really prove to be much of an issue though because she understood everything I was saying just fine
The salon is really modern and clean. You can look out the window at the greenery. Very relaxing atmosphere (check out the web site for a couple pics) http://www.kaenvancouver.com/
My stylist was skilled and friendly but did not speak English fluently. Didn't really prove to be much of an issue though because she understood everything I was saying just fine
