Best Gel Nails in City Centre, Edinburgh
Choose from 31 venues offering Gel Nails in City Centre, Edinburgh See map
Top reviews of Gel Nails in City Centre
5.0
Average of 3,003 reviews of 23 venues.
Lovely nails & toes.
Dawn A.
5 Jul 2022
The Beauty Box
5.0
362 reviews
2a Mountcastle Drive North, Edinburgh, EH8 7SJ, Scotland
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Always a brilliant job with gel nails by Karolina x
Lucille L.
7 Aug 2021
Brandon Beauty Studio
5.0
213 reviews
19 Brandon Terrace, Edinburgh, EH3 5DZ, Scotland
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I had a lovely experience at The Gelly Bar. My nails look fab, thank you!
Alice M.
9 Nov 2021
The Gelly Bar
5.0
333 reviews
34 Salamander Street, Edinburgh Leith, EH6 7HZ, Scotland
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Love my nails every time. They last so well, 5 weeks for the last ones & still perfect. Angelika is so talented and has an amazing choice of colours & effects 💖
Lesley B.
11 Aug 2021
Angel's Face Beauty
5.0
40 reviews
Castlebrae Business Centre, 40 Peffer Place, Unit 5B, Edinburgh, EH16 4BB, Scotland
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Mhairi was lovely. Really enjoyed the experience and my nails look fabulous. Would highly recommend for gel nails and sparkly toes. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Mary G.
15 Aug 2020
The Nail Gal
5.0
984 reviews
99 Giles Street, Edinburgh Leith, EH6 6BZ, Scotland
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Had a fantastic time getting my nails done Absolutelley Gorgeous Thank you Lenne
leannewalker39@hotmail.co.uk W.
17 Mar 2023
Leanne Reilly Hair & Beauty
4.9
362 reviews
88 Brunswick Street, Edinburgh, EH7 5HU, Scotland
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5 stars as always! Great service, lots of chat with Denise.Fab choice of colours.Love my nails 💅🏻 X
Karen G.
18 Mar 2023
Kolours Beauty Bar
5.0
203 reviews
146-148 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2NS, Scotland
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Excellent job fab chat and so happy with how lovely my nails looking. Also appreciate colour suggestions that work for me.
Fiona H.
28 Mar 2023
T W E L V E BEAUTY CO.
5.0
50 reviews
UK, 119 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, EH12 5PZ, Scotland
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Absolutely gorgeous BIAB nails by Megann. So neat and the best set of nails I have ever had….and a great chat too!
Marie C.
29 Mar 2023
Octangle Beauty
4.9
479 reviews
Octangle Beauty Edinburgh Limited T/A Octangle Beauty, Unit 4, Edinburgh Fountainbridge Square, EH3 9QB
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My nails were horrid and I left so delighted with my neat, perfectly painted nails and moisturised hands. So happy!
Marie N.
30 Mar 2023
Buff. Concept Store
5.0
1,105 reviews
East Market Street, 11, Edinburgh, EH8 8FS, Scotland
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Ewa did a great pedicure and took particular care to get my nails looking great.
Lucy P.
1 Mar 2023
Brandon Beauty Studio
5.0
213 reviews
19 Brandon Terrace, Edinburgh, EH3 5DZ, Scotland
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Another fantastic experience with Denise. I love my nails and get so many compliments about them! ❤️
Melanie S.
2 Mar 2023
Kolours Beauty Bar
5.0
203 reviews
146-148 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2NS, Scotland
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Absolutely outstanding experience again today at The Gelly Bar! Worth travelling over an hour to come here for our wedding nails. Both Leila & Cristina’s talent is out of this world. Their ideas, knowledge and precision is second to none. They take the time to make sure everything is perfect before you leave. Can’t recommend highly enough. Thanks again girls x
Kirsty K.
12 Aug 2021
The Gelly Bar
5.0
333 reviews
34 Salamander Street, Edinburgh Leith, EH6 7HZ, Scotland
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Love the choice of colours always something new. My nails always look perfect after Angelika does them. Highly recommended
Lesley B.
17 May 2021
Angel's Face Beauty
5.0
40 reviews
Castlebrae Business Centre, 40 Peffer Place, Unit 5B, Edinburgh, EH16 4BB, Scotland
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Carly is so good at what she does and knows exactly what would look nice on my nails when I have no idea what I want!!
Alice C.
28 Mar 2023
Buff. Concept Store
5.0
1,105 reviews
East Market Street, 11, Edinburgh, EH8 8FS, Scotland
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I’ve been getting my nails done by Emily at The Nail Gal for just over a year now and it’s my favourite self care thing to do. She kills it every time no matter what I ask for. It’s always lovely to chat and catch up and it’s always good vibes all round at TNG
Melissa H.
29 Mar 2023
The Nail Gal
5.0
984 reviews
99 Giles Street, Edinburgh Leith, EH6 6BZ, Scotland
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Always love the way my nails are done. They last at least 3 weeks without chipping or peeling. Never found anywhere else that does them as well as Angelika.
Lesley B.
14 Dec 2020
Angel's Face Beauty
5.0
40 reviews
Castlebrae Business Centre, 40 Peffer Place, Unit 5B, Edinburgh, EH16 4BB, Scotland
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Relaxing and enjoyable experience. Love my nails.
Karen M.
17 Mar 2023
Buff. Concept Store
5.0
1,105 reviews
East Market Street, 11, Edinburgh, EH8 8FS, Scotland
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Sophie has done a lovely job, bring my ideas to life. I am obsessed with my new nails. Ready for easter
Tegan M.
24 Mar 2023
The Nail Gal
5.0
984 reviews
99 Giles Street, Edinburgh Leith, EH6 6BZ, Scotland
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Great, friendly salon. Just got my nails done - filed down and gel removed. Also had my eyebrows waxed and tinted Have also had my hair done there and they couldn’t have been more helpful. Definitely recommend.
SS
Sheila S.
15 Mar 2022
BYLENNON
5.0
106 reviews
UK, 200 Lindsay Road, Lady Lux salon, Edinburgh, EH6 6ND, Scotland
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Visited Natalie this morning for brow tint then gel nails. As usual perfect service in a relaxing environment. Natalie takes her time & the finished results are fantastic!
CM
Clare M.
17 Nov 2021
Natalie Mackenzie Beauty Collective
5.0
292 reviews
8A Montagu Terrace, Edinburgh, EH3 5PX, Scotland
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I got my nails and eyebrows done today. Love my eyebrows HD brows and a bit gel polish on my nails. Easy to sit and talk to and so professional. I can’t wait to get my nails and brows done again. So kind as well and can’t wait to get my make up done by Lucy as well.
SG
Shannon G.
21 May 2022
Lucyeasingwood.makeup
5.0
92 reviews
Brooke Lilias Make Up, UK, 121 Giles Street, Edinburgh Leith, EH6 6BZ, Scotland
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Beautiful nails from Christine as usual. Attention to detail and fun, friendly conversation. I always look forward to my upcoming appointments.
LL
Lynne L.
23 Feb 2023
Enliven Massage & Beauty Therapy By Christine (Edinburgh)
5.0
98 reviews
UK, 45 Dundas Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6RS, Scotland
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Taryn was absolutely lovely and did a great job on my nails whilst training. She explained everything and put me at ease for my first gel nail session. Looking forward to my next appointment!
HH
Holly H.
28 Apr 2022
Paint Hair + Nail Bar
5.0
319 reviews
103 Henderson Row, Edinburgh Stockbridge, EH3 5BB, Scotland
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Thank you Lorraine, i love the new colour and i’m really pleased with shorter nails .
LR
Laura R.
1 Mar 2023
Natalie Mackenzie Beauty Collective
5.0
292 reviews
8A Montagu Terrace, Edinburgh, EH3 5PX, Scotland
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I can’t tell you the last time I had my natural nails so long and healthy and that’s thanks to Siobhan’s expertise. She knows her stuff and I’ve been getting BIAB gel polish ever since and I’d never look at fake nails again! Thank you so much
DB
Danielle B.
5 Mar 2022
BYLENNON
5.0
106 reviews
UK, 200 Lindsay Road, Lady Lux salon, Edinburgh, EH6 6ND, Scotland
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The gel manis are always perfect here!Highly recommended
JK
Julia K.
8 Jul 2022
Paint Hair + Nail Bar
5.0
319 reviews
103 Henderson Row, Edinburgh Stockbridge, EH3 5BB, Scotland
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Love my Biab nails. Lucy is a lovely girl and very professional. I will definitely be back
JC
jackie c.
22 Feb 2023
Lucyeasingwood.makeup
5.0
92 reviews
Brooke Lilias Make Up, UK, 121 Giles Street, Edinburgh Leith, EH6 6BZ, Scotland
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Lovely little shop, girls are very friendly. Nails look great.
LD
Linda D.
22 Jun 2022
The Beauty Box
5.0
362 reviews
2a Mountcastle Drive North, Edinburgh, EH8 7SJ, Scotland
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Third visit - am addicted to having great nails!
KB
Kathryn B.
16 Feb 2023
Brandon Beauty Studio
5.0
213 reviews
19 Brandon Terrace, Edinburgh, EH3 5DZ, Scotland
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Gel Nails FAQs
Gel nails cost between £5 and £54 in City Centre.
Once you’ve had gel nails applied, they should remain chip-free for between 2-3 weeks.
Although gel manicures look beautiful, they can cause your natural nails to become brittle. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that repeated use of gel nails can increase the risk of skin cancer and the premature ageing of skin on the hands.
Gel and shellac nails both cure under UV light, but their composition is different. Gel nail polish is a lacquer made from acrylic monomers and oligomers; shellac polish is part gel, part regular nail polish, and is a patented brand by Creative Nail Design (CND). Both give a high shine and long-lasting finish.
Gel nails tend to give a more natural and glossier finish than acrylic nails; they are cured under a UV lamp and last for around 2 weeks. Acrylic nails are stronger than gels and start to cure as soon as they’re exposed to air; they generally last for 6-8 weeks but will need fills after 2 weeks to hide regrowth. Both can be used to lengthen nails and both can damage your natural nails.
Once every 2 weeks. Gel nails cure (harden) in UV light; this means they continue to cure in natural sunlight. The longer you keep your polish on, the longer it cures and the harder it is to remove. To reduce the risk of stripping and damaging your nails, it’s recommended that you book in with an experienced nail technician to remove and redo your gel nail polish every 2 weeks.
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Having freshly painted nails is such a nice feeling. And with gel nails, you can keep those good feels for longer with colour that lasts. Try a gel manicure treatment or a simple gel polish from Shellac, and get durable digits plus colour that doesn't chip as quickly. And when you're ready for a soak-off, you can book gel nail removal through the Fresha website, or even quicker with our mobile app. So find a treatment you can gel with. Appointments for gel nails in City Centre start at £5.
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