Choose from 8 venues offering nail art near Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh

Discover your best beauty self with Umi Beauty, Edinburgh. Dive into this goldmine of glamour with the finest in falsies and manis & pedis aplenty, these sassy stylists are truly in a lash league of their own. So whether you're on the lookout for some diva digits or you need a quick fuss-free de-fuzz session, then look no further than Umi Beauty, for service and style that goes above and beyond

Nearest public transport

You'll find that Edinburgh Waverley train station is just a 20-minute stroll away, with plenty of local bus and tram routes that'll keep you well connected to the local area.

The team

Together with skill and a keen eye for detail this dream team know how to bring their A-game, leaving you with statement manicure status.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, classic and friendly.
• Specialises in: Enhancing your natural beauty.
• The extra touches: English, Mandarin and Cantonese are all spoken in the salon, plus organic and vegan brands are used, for that extra peace of mind.

There's always a time and a place for pampering, and you've found it with NextSet Nails, within Christina Mclean, Edinburgh. If you're looking for a lick of paint, then this salon has you covered (primped, preened, polished and pampered). So go ahead and spoil your nails with all the latest manicure perks, as this never-ending candy shop of colour polishes brings your visions to reality, transforming your fingertips into miniature masterpieces.

Nearest public transport:

NextSet Nails is conveniently located around multiple bus stops, including Salisbury Place, Causewayside and Sciennes House Place, which you can get to with just a 3-minute walk. Additionally, Edinburgh Waverley station is a 25-minute walk away.

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: Nails.

Elegance Beauty Salon at Newcraighall, Edinburgh has classy credentials, with an impressive range of manis, pedis, waxing, eyelash extensions, brow sculpting and plenty more.

Part of the successful chain, Elegance Beauty Salon found in Fort Kinnaird, is the latest to open in the bustling shopping centre, perfect for resting tired feet or a self-esteeming session.

They cover a huge spectrum of the beauty world, including waxing treatments for men and even manicures and makeup for your little ones.

Ideally located with access to free parking and only a 12-minute walk from Newcraighall station, there's no reason to not drop in today for a tempting treat.

Beauty By Kelsang is a distinguished beauty treatment room based within Danielle Carr Hairdressing in Newington, Edinburgh. You'll find a variety of beauty treatments tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Book in now and start living for that mirror moment.

Nearest public transport:

Beauty by Kelsang is located within Danielle Carr Hairdressing in Newington, Edinburgh. It is easily accessible and on several bus routes to and from the city centre. You'll find a bus stop just outside the salon and on-street parking is readily available along Newington Road.

The team:

The salon is spearheaded by Kelsang, a dedicated owner who is committed to ensuring the satisfaction of all clients. Kelsang strives to provide a personalised experience to each patron, ensuring that they feel well taken care of during their visit.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Warm, inviting and professional.
• Specialises in: Nails, brows, waxing and massages, with a blend of technical expertise, artistic skill, and client-centered care.
• Brands and products used: CND, The Gel Bottle, LVL Nouveau Lashes, HD Brows and Lycon.

Bring your nails to life at Nikandra Luxury Nails, situated within Beauty Pola in Edinburgh. Splash out on a new set of acrylic extensions or enter complete relaxation with a spa pedicure using premium, cruelty-free products.

Nearest public transport:
There is paid car parking available close to the venue and there are numerous bus stops nearby. Edinburgh City Centre is only 10-20 minutes away by driving.

The team:
Alicja is highly professional and has 4 years of experience working in the nail industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Cheerful, family-feeling, friendly, welcoming, comfortable.
• Specialises in: Manicures, pedicures and nail extensions.
• Brands and products used: Beetles, Vishine, Indigo, Candy Coat.
• The extra touches: All of the brands used in this venue are cruelty-free.

There's always a time and a place for pampering and you've found it with Beauty by Layla, Edinburgh. Perfect, for lovers of everything and anything beauty-related, if you're looking to be primped, preened, polished and pampered, then go ahead and spoil yourself with a trip to Beauty by Layla.

Nearest public transport:

There are heaps of local bus and train routes dotted around the area.

The team:

This guru of glamour will enhance your natural beauty.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, vibrant and friendly.
• Specialises in: Beauty and waxing.
• Brands and products used: The Gel Bottle and Glitterbell.

Situated in Edinburgh's tranquil Portobello area, Soho Make Up, Hair & Beauty Bar is a sleek, city style nail bar and beauty salon, specialising in head to toe makeovers.

Established in early 2018, this spacious salon boasts four nail bars, four makeup stations and two private rooms dedicated to tanning and hair removal. Bright and airy, Soho is staffed by a friendly team of experienced nail, waxing, makeup and threading technicians, each specialising in their own field. Among the impressive menu of treatments on offer you'll find LVL's eye-opening lash lift, the 7 step HD brow treatment, express waxing packages and both gel polish and overlays for natural nails alongside acrylics with optional nail art.

Open Tuesday through Saturday with late nights on Thursdays, Soho's is wheelchair accessible, has plenty of on-street parking close by and is situated along the 42/44 bus route. Free consultations and refreshments are available with every service, including a glass of Prosecco for over 18s.

Team work Barbershop, hairdresser and nail technician