Whether you’re looking for a recommended salon for your upcoming wedding nails, or simply just a new nail salon to try near you – you’ve come to the right place.
Because whether you’re someone who always keeps things simple with a nude nail, goes chic with a colourful French manicure or is all about experimenting with different types of nail art – choosing the best nail salon can be tricky.
Are you looking for BIAB, shellac, Biosculpture or gel nails? Do you want intricate and delicate nail art designs or someone to spill their creativity and create something artistic and extravagant? Maybe you just want somewhere reliable and fast.
No matter what kind of nail salon you’re after, we’re here to help. We’ve tracked down the best nail salons, up and down the country, to offer you a WH recommended list.
From the best nationwide nail salons to more of the secret little gems – below we round up some of our favourite UK nail salons. Is your favourite not on the list and deserves to be? Drop us a DM on Instagram so that we can check it out…
Townhouse – Nationwide
(salons in: London, Milton Keynes, Birmingham, Bristol, Cheshire, Manchester, Sheffield and Leeds)
With salons dotted all over the country, Townhouse has quickly become the place to get your nails done. Specialising in nail art, pedicures and BIAB – keep an eye on their salon finder to discover the nearest nail destination to you.
DryBy – London
Located in the heart of central London, DryBy is the coolest place to get an ultra-chic manicure. Not London based? Check out their Instagram for seriously luxury nail inspo.
Shoreditch Nails – London
With salons in both Shoreditch and Dalston (and their own line of pretty polishes) Shoreditch nails do an A* mani.
So.Shell – London
Loved by beauty editors, So.Shell offer luxurious manicure and pedicure packages. Their Ukrainian manicure is highly recommended.
Pivoine – Belsize Park
A neighbourhood nail spa based in the heart of Belsize Village, Pivoine specialises in BIAB, gel and nail art.
Twelve The Green – Buckinghamshire
Twelve the Green is an exclusive nail and beauty studio in Chalfont St Giles, with a focus on promoting natural nail health through vegan and cruelty free based products.
Nails by Yulia Hamilton – Manchester
Based within Spinningfields, Yulia draws from more than 14 years of experience and uses leading brands like OPI, Artistic Nail and Halo to give you a luxurious manicure finish.
Adele Jayne Studio – Chorlton
Based in south Manchester? Check out the Adele Jayne Studio – with intricate nail art and BIAB nail brands, it’s a chic one-stop-shop.
Daytime Studio – Manchester
If you’re into fun and futuristic nail art, there’s no place better than Daytime Studio. Check out their Instagram for serious nail art envy.
Common Interests – Birmingham
Previously ‘Hard as Nails studio’ – Common Interests is a nail and beauty studio based in the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham.
Mani Academy – Birmingham
Specialising in natural nails, nail sculpting and enhancements, The Mani Academy offers luxury manicures and training for a 5-star service.
Danika’s – Newport
A beauty and aesthetics salon based in Newport, South Wales – Danika’s offers high-quality beauty treatments and medical-grade skincare – but its their luxury nail services that are really worth a visit.
