Best Gel Nails near me in Portobello/Craigmillar, Edinburgh

Beautiful nails as always, quality manicure that lasts for weeks 💖

Lesley F.

Aug 1, 2024

best in Edinburgh! :) Plamena is very knowledgeable and welcoming

Svetlana G.

May 4, 2024

Magna filled in my nails with a lavender gel. They are beautiful 💜

Jennifer F.

Apr 9, 2026

Stacey did a beautiful french manicure as always. 👍😻

Charisse M.

Mar 13, 2026

A Fabulous manicure, friendly service and a lovely environment. Would highly recommend x

Rachel H.

Dec 14, 2024

Leanne is fantastic! I met her when she was working in a salon in Edinburgh and I followed her out to her new gorgeous studio in Musselburgh 🥰 Amazing attention to detail and great chat!

Gaia B.

Jan 24, 2026

Tessa was amazing! So methodical and great attention to detail while also consistently checking in about pressure level and my general preferences. This is seriously the best manicure I have ever received and it was the relaxing, warm environment made it all the better. The shape/color of my nails are spot on and exactly what I wanted. Sadly I don’t live in Edinburgh currently, but if I did, I would get my nails done by Tessa exclusively. Thank you for a wonderful experience and good luck with the rest of your training!

Josie M.

Nov 25, 2025

Incredible! Magda is very talented and is the best nail technician I have been to in Edinburgh! Her design work is detailed and gorgeous. She is also very friendly and we have great conversation. It is clear she loves her job and is very good at what she does. I would highly recommend this salon and especially Magda she is amazing!!!

Agam C.

Aug 26, 2025

my favourite nail salon in edinburgh. I don't think I'll ever go anywhere else. Ella, the new artist, did an amazing job on my nails, everyone is loving them and I am so proud of showing them off!

Giulia F.

Aug 31, 2024

Second time having a pedicure from Vicky. She is super friendly and helps you feel at ease. Gel polish lasted ages too! Thank you Vicky!

I had the most incredible facial with Adele, and I’m still glowing days later! From start to finish, she created such a calming, welcoming experience. She explained everything clearly, tailored the treatment to my skin’s needs, and her gentle, caring touch made it feel so luxurious. I left with skin that felt deeply hydrated, refreshed, and radiant. Adele’s passion and expertise truly shine—I can’t wait for my next appointment! 🌸

First time and what a lovely place. Felt so welcoming when I arrived. I was never one to get my nails done as I was a biter but started to grow them so treated myself to a Gel Manicure and I love them. I will definitely be back. Thankyou so much Emma Tweed.

Melissa as always is very welcoming. Loves her job and very passionate. Gel manicure always well prepped. Great choice of colours. Ss

Holly was perfect, really neat and classy manicure today. The salon was a bit cold, but Edinburgh weather does not help much :)

Diana R.

Nov 15, 2023

Brilliant, had a pedicure and manicure, both really good. Would highly recommend.

Jen P.

Jul 18, 2025

First time at Cute but deadly today, I got the manicure with a gel polish and I was very happy with them! Lovely staff, beautiful place and they sell some really nice merchandise as well, I treated myself to a beanie afterwards 😊 would defo recommend and will be going back myself!

chelsea h.

Apr 26, 2025

Emma did a fabulous job removing the Biab from my nails and thereafter shaping to my desired lengh. I did not wish to re-apply anything on my nails & just for some extra protection Emma applied a clear rubber gel. Super happy with the service I received today.

I’ve been going to Magda for a while and wouldn’t trust anyone else with my nails. Her gel and polygel work is flawless — she’s brought every inspiration I’ve thrown at her to life, florals, marble with gold foil, seasonal art, you name it. She uses proper sterile techniques that are somehow rare here, and it shows. No shortcuts, no rushing, just really good work done properly. Appointments come with unlimited chat, laughter and coffee, absolutely free. Every visit flies by. The name says Happy Nails by Magda - I can confirm: both me AND my nails leave happy every time. Highly recommend.

Lovely fresh autumnal manicure

Another fab manicure at The Nail Shed.

Best nail salon in Edinburgh. Range of colours is fantastic and all the technicians are really highly skilled. Nail art or other creative finishes are all available. I would highly recommend Salon Magnetic.

I had a manicure with a gel finish and I'm really satisfied and happy with them 😍 love this happy color 💖 the hand cream treatment and a massage was a nice bonus 💖 thank you Gail 💖

My second time here and my first appointment with Ella. Mid-week, mid-morning and a very chilled start to my day off. My first cats-eye manicure. Need to start thinking about my next appointment. Much love x

Dawn M.

Oct 15, 2025

Always perfection with Ana and Buff! Best nail salon in Edinburgh.

Vik S.

Nov 25, 2025

Another great nail pamper and polish by Melissa.

The only place I’d come for a facial! Please never leave Edinburgh Plamena, you are an expert at what you do. On a separate note, I had eyelash extensions on and Plamena went above and beyond to protect them during my facial. If you aren’t sure what to book, go for a free consultation and Plamena will advise. See you in August!

Always first class manicure at this salon. Magda is an artist. Can highly recommend Magnetic.

Loving the new cats eyes polish, nails look beautiful. Highly recommend Stacey and Emma

Beautiful manicure 💅🏼 executed to ‘perfection’

Wonderful-my nails look gorgeous, after Gail’s careful, skilled and relaxing manicure- many thanks