Best Nail Art and Nail Designs in Nelson
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Mabin House Body & Skin Sanctuary
98 Nile Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
+64 3-539 0699Call to bookNail Art
Hybrid Nails
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nail Extensions

Nelson Skin Clinic (formerly Nelson Beauty Therapy)
3 Alma Street, Buxton Square (next to PREGO Mediterranean Foods), Nelson 7010, New Zealand
+64 3-546 8474Call to bookNail Art
Russian Manicure
Nail Polish
Nail Extensions

Artistic Beauty Nelson
108 Panaroma drive, The Ridgeway, Enner Glynn, Nelson 7011, New Zealand
+64 21 129 8980Call to bookNail Art
Russian Manicure
Acrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Top reviews of Nail Art and Nail Designs in Nelson
5.0
Average of 841 reviews of 4 venues.
Omg were do I start 🤔 I can't thank nati enough for making my experience so amazing, your hospitality, your amazing personality and your fantastic job at my nails made for one beautiful day ❤ I honestly couldn't b happier with the service I received from you today your one of a kind!! Thankyou so much and I can't wait for my next nail appointment something to look forward to!! X
Leanne F.
11 Feb 2021
NS Nails
5.0
131 reviews
12 Homer Street, Nelson Stoke, 7011
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As always, Soni has done a great job with my eyelash extension and eyebrow threading. Will keep coming back. Not a lot of people in Nelson who does eyebrow threading except for Pearl’s beauty parlor.
Francheska L.
18 Aug 2023
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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Celests attention to detail and care for her work is like no other! My partner used to always say when I got my nails done that it already looks like they've regrown. Now going to Celest the nail is painted and cared for right to the cuticle!
Caitlyn L.
21 Feb 2023
GeLest Nails
5.0
131 reviews
60 Waimea Road, Nelson Nelson South, 7010
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Wonderful how this women can listen to me prattling on and then work out from that just what colour I need on the amazing nails she has done for me. True artist.
Anne C.
28 Jan 2022
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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We are so lucky to have Celeste in Nelson! Very professional service in a beautiful space. Love my nails, they have lasted so well.
Libby B.
3 Jun 2022
GeLest Nails
5.0
131 reviews
60 Waimea Road, Nelson Nelson South, 7010
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Nati is such an amazingly talented nail artist who takes the time to work with you and what you want, offering so many incredible suggestions. She is so friendly and lovely to talk to during the session.
Shannon B.
11 Aug 2020
NS Nails
5.0
131 reviews
12 Homer Street, Nelson Stoke, 7011
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Fabulous for a first time nail client like myself! Got exactly what I wanted! 10/10 recommend!
Kea P.
13 Jun 2022
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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Always a great experience and the cheapest in nelson by far but don't let that put you off pearl 😉 is the best
Kaylene T.
16 Nov 2021
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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So happy to find somewhere in Nelson that does threading! Definitely recommend :)
Claire R.
2 Jul 2021
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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As always Celeste has done a fantastic job and I can help but keep staring at my pretty nails 💅
Sarah F.
8 Sep 2023
GeLest Nails
5.0
131 reviews
60 Waimea Road, Nelson Nelson South, 7010
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Beautiful work from start to finish, with so many colour & design options available it's difficult to choose just one. Love giving Nati my thoughts then free reign to do her thing, not been disappointed yet ....see you next time I'm down :)
Shona M.
18 May 2023
NS Nails
5.0
131 reviews
12 Homer Street, Nelson Stoke, 7011
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As always amazing service take a screen shot and come home with it on my nails thank you Amelia
Anne C.
21 Feb 2022
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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I had the most amazing experience with Celeste today! Such an incredible nail technician. She takes such pride in her work and is super friendly and welcoming. Happy to have found my nail tech for life! :)
Stevie S.
1 Aug 2023
GeLest Nails
5.0
131 reviews
60 Waimea Road, Nelson Nelson South, 7010
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They provide the most excellent service in the Nelson area.
Niveda R.
12 Dec 2020
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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Absolutely amazing service! Nati is so lovely and gave me a ride to my appointment afterwards which is too kind. She’s so lovely for taking me on as my nail tech was unavailable. 10/10 recommend.
Kate F.
19 Apr 2023
NS Nails
5.0
131 reviews
12 Homer Street, Nelson Stoke, 7011
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So much cheaper than therapy and the best laughs to add to great nails
Anne C.
28 Oct 2021
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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Wonderful time and the best nails ever
Anne C.
5 Oct 2021
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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By far the cheapest and the best eyebrow threading anywere in the nelson region so good that I keep tell pearl she could put up her prices but she still hasn't
Kaylene T.
9 Nov 2020
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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Love my nails
Steff L.
21 Mar 2023
NS Nails
5.0
131 reviews
12 Homer Street, Nelson Stoke, 7011
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Celeste what a pleasure to meet you, never had I had someone put some much into my nails and cuticles. Loved out chats 100% will be back xx
Ashley G.
27 Jul 2023
GeLest Nails
5.0
131 reviews
60 Waimea Road, Nelson Nelson South, 7010
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I wish I could give Celeste one hundred stars! I’ve never met a nail tech who takes this much care of your natural nails and has this kind of attention to detail. My nails have never looked so beautiful! Not only is Celeste so very excellent at her craft, but she is a beautiful, kind person inside and out.
Hollie K.
6 Jul 2023
GeLest Nails
5.0
131 reviews
60 Waimea Road, Nelson Nelson South, 7010
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Amazing relaxing and great nails
Anne C.
17 Aug 2021
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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Like catching up with a friend and getting my nails done at the same time! Getting my nails done with you is one of the highlights of my week I always leave with beautiful nails and feeling de-stressed and ready to take on another month.
Nicole S.
20 Mar 2023
NS Nails
5.0
131 reviews
12 Homer Street, Nelson Stoke, 7011
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A+ Best in Nelson =)
Kirsten S.
22 Sep 2020
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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Thankyou for another incredible set of nails ! Always a great experience x
Anneliese C.
9 Aug 2021
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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I have been to Nati a few times now and I just love her larger than life personality combined with her attention to detail. She challenges me to go outside my comfort zone by experimenting with colour more with great results and I always get so many compliments for my nails. I can't recommend her highly enough!!!
Rachel B.
17 Feb 2022
NS Nails
5.0
131 reviews
12 Homer Street, Nelson Stoke, 7011
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Always enjoy going back for treatments from threading, waxing and nails. I also enjoy the catch ups we get to have since my last appointment. I would definitely consider myself a regular ☺️
Shaeana R.
18 May 2023
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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The best part of my month, amazing every damn time 🥰
Claudia W.
23 Jun 2023
GeLest Nails
5.0
131 reviews
60 Waimea Road, Nelson Nelson South, 7010
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Quick fix up of a broken nail. Thanks for the flexibility and being so quick.
Anne C.
3 Aug 2021
Naked Luxury Beauty Therapy
5.0
80 reviews
1/50B Seymour Avenue, Nelson, 7010
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I usually see Soni for threading but this time she did my nails and I am so thrilled. Soni encouraged me to keep my own nails and grow them so that I don't need the tips added in future. She has done an amazing job of them.
Ruth F.
8 Apr 2023
Pearl's beauty parlour
5.0
817 reviews
148 Toi Toi Street, Nelson Nelson South, 7046
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Nail Art FAQs
Nail art is any kind of creative decoration that’s applied to your nails using nail polish, glitters, stones, and/or stickers. It is intended to enhance the overall look of your nails and is usually applied after a manicure or pedicure.
If you’re a fan of adopting your own unique look, you may want to consider nail art. It’s a great way of reflecting your personality in a colourful, fashion-forward way.
To keep your nail art in top condition, you’ll probably want to have it applied once every 2-3 weeks.
To help preserve the look of your nail art, always ensure your fingers are fully dry after washing your hands and use a hand and nail cream to keep your skin and nails moisturised. You should also avoid exposure to high heat and harsh chemicals (like turpentine), which will damage your nails, avoid acetone (which can remove the polish and nail art), and wear gloves when you do housework. If you bite your nails, try hard not to when you’ve had nail art applied – it may cause your nail art, manicure, and nails to crack and break.
If you book an appointment to have nail art applied to your nails in Nelson, you’re likely to pay between $5 and $45.
Nail art should last 2-3 weeks depending on the types of polish and nail art products used.
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