Choose from 8 venues offering biab in East Midlands

Welcome to Studio Eight Nails & Beauty, based in the centre of Nottingham. They are nail experts with many years of experience offering treatments such as manicures, pedicures, overlays and full-set extensions that will leave your hands and feet looking and feeling glamorous.

Nearest public transport:

• The venue is based on Pelham street, only a 10-minute walk from Nottingham train station and with local bus stops nearby.

The team:

• They have over 10 years of experience in the industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Newly refurbished, modern and clean.
• Specialises in: Nail extensions.
• Brands and products used: S&S Dipping Powder, Biab Gel, Diamond and Not Polish.
• The extra: Tea and coffee are provided as well as a drinks menu.

Get a little high shine, with Jade Nails Spa, Nottingham. If you're looking for a lick of paint this talon salon has you covered (primped, preened, polished and pampered). This chic and lively neverending candy shop of polishes will tend to your nails with à la mode manicures and precision pedicures. Diva up your digits, polish up nicely and spoil yourself with a quiet moment of relaxing me-time at Jade Nails Spa, where dreams are painted and confidence is unleashed.

Nearest public transport:

Nottingham station is just a short 14-minute walk away, take a moment for yourself at Jade Nails Spa today.

The team:

The resident glamour guru will curate a palette of colours and styles that will leave you breathless. Experience the perfection of precision shaping and flawless polishing that will make heads turn.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, vibrant and friendly.
• Specialises in: All types of nails, from bright and dynamic to classy and chic.
• Brands and products used: DND and BIAB.

There's always a time and a place for pampering and you've found it with Magdalena Wycislok Nail Artist, Wellingborough. If you're looking for a lick of paint then this talon salon has you covered (primped, preened, polished and pampered). So go ahead and spoil your nails with all the latest manicure and pedicure perks, as this neverending candy shop of colour polishes brings your visions to reality, transforming your fingertips into miniature masterpieces.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based just off Northen Way, making it easily accessible.

The team:

This glamour guru will curate a palette of colours and styles that will leave you breathless. Experience the perfection of precision shaping and flawless polishing that will make heads turn.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, vibrant and friendly.
• Specialises in: All types of nails, from bright and dynamic to classy and chic.

51 St Giles Retreat, situated in central Northampton, is a go-to location for a wide array of beauty and skincare treatments. Treat yourself to a CACI or Eve Taylor facial, or give your nails some TLC with a gel manicure.

Nearest public transport:
The venue is well connected by public transport. It is only a 10-minute walk to the bus station and a 15-minute walk to Northampton train station.

The team:
The team is made up of four qualified professionals, each with experience in their respected industries, as well as Hollie, the salon apprentice.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Bright, modern, cosy, calm, relaxing.
• Specialises in: Skincare and CACI treatments.
• Brands and products used: CACI, Eve Taylor, Hydrofacial, Adam & Eve, Cuccio, Footlogix, Million Dollar, Neostrata.
• The extra touches: The venue offers a range of pregnancy products from Natural Spa Factory 'Bumps a daisy'.

Ombré Brows Lips & Beauty by Karen is a home-based beauty salon in Hinckley.

Nearest public transport:

Hinckley train station is a short walk away.

The team:

All the technicians are experienced, friendly professionals known for building human connections.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Very modern and professional.
• Specialises in: Brows, lips, nails, and beauty.
• Brands and products used: Cliniccare, Kaeso, Glitterbells.
• The extra touches: Bank transfer is accepted.

Aimeeloubeautyco is a rural private salon based in Spalding, Lincolnshire. Their range of holistic, beauty, and aesthetic treatments are designed specifically around you to create the perfect self-package you deserve from relaxation to results. Whether you're recovering from a workout or you're in need of a fierce facial, Aimeeloubeautyco will have you feeling at your peak. So, take refuge in a sanctuary where rejuvenation and recovery reign supreme.

The team:

Aimeeloubeautyco is the place for you to truly be yourself, and relax in total tranquility and escapism. The salon is a modern cabin in the garden with serene views of the countryside. Aimèe has many years of experience within the industry always maintaining a premium service in a warm, friendly environment. Her passion is making sure all her clients leave the salon relaxed, calm, and de-stressed from modern life worries.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Professional, peaceful, and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Beauty and holistic therapy.
• Brands and products used: Eve Taylor, Appraise Tint, Beautiful Brows, Premier Gel, Hydro2facial skin treatments, Sienna Spray Tan, and London Brow Company.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

City Looks Salon is a hair salon based in Leicester East.

Nearest public transport:

Local bus services connect the salon.

The team:

All the technicians are experienced, friendly professionals known for building human connections.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Very modern and professional.
• Specialises in: Hair.
• Brands and products used: Wella and Olaplex.
• The extra touches: Hindi, Punjabi, and Gujarati are spoken.