If I could give Modern Nails more than five stars I would. I was lucky enough to find Lauren, the owner, before she bought this nail salon, so I was one of the fortunate ones that she kept as her personal client after she bought it. I have lived in many places, and to say she is the best nail technician I have ever had is probably an understatement. Before I went to her, my shellac/gel manicures would always start to "lift" at the cuticle after a week or so. I thought it was normal, but when Lauren noticed it on my second visit to her, she immediately knew what to do to fix it and I never had the problem again. My manicures from her were always beautiful perfection and lasted a long time, and she's also super efficient - you don't waste a lot of time waiting. You can tell she really values her work.
Others have commented on her new salon being too small. I personally think it's intimate in a good way. I've gone to other nail salons that are large, too bright, and give you a "commercialized" feeling - they just want to get you in and out. Despite being as efficient as she is, Lauren always made me feel welcome and valued.
I don't live in Charlotte anymore but I can honestly say Lauren and her salon is one of the things I miss most!