It’s that party season and time to get your nais looking buff. We have put together a list of Black-owned nail salons where you can get your manis and pedis done.

Awe London

This salon is based in South Woodford and was founded by Kamden Monplaisir. Their mantra is accuracy, wellness and experience - three things you will encounter during your time at AWE. They promise to provide you with high quality beauty treatments, personal care and an overall magnificent experience.

Colour Riot Nails

This salon was founded in 2012 by Tinu Bello. It is located in the heart of Shoreditch and they are known for their bold, colourful and creative nail designs. Celebrity clientele includes Bella Hadid, Jorja Smith, Rita Ora, Ellie Goulding, Nicole Scherzinger, Anne-Marie, Kerry Washington and Bebe Rexha.

The Nail Room & Co

This is an independent nail and retail salon located in the heart of Hackney, who specialise in the health and care of natural nails. They are known for their high quality service, professional nail technicians as well as their natural nail treatments.

Nails & Brows

This upscale space was founded by Sherrille Riley and is the first, luxury concept nail and brow beauty boutique in London. Located in Mayfair, they have one floor dedicated entirely to manicures and pedicures and another to brows, waxing and lashes. Nails & Brows has become the go-to beauty destination for Royalty, A list celebrities and the international fashion crowd.

Queen Esther Spa

This spa was founded by Fifi Anderson in 2017 who wanted to create an environment where people feel like Kings and Queens. She also wanted to provide a haven of peace and calm in Brixton that enables people to leave their stress and just be pampered.

ZAKU Artistry Studios

If you are looking for a nail space with a buzzing community then look no further than ZAKU. It is a a co-working space for beauty therapists and nail technicians. They offer gel manicures and airbrush nail art. Founder, Shanice Zakuani was passionate about building a beauty community that supported local businesses while providing a chance for people to work alongside fellow creatives.