6 Instagram-Worthy Nail Salons in L.A (2024)

Let’s be honest, Los Angeles is a city that sets beauty and wellness trends and holds them to a high standard (like, really high). Currently, L.A. is burgeoning with nail salons that not only offer the very best manicures and pedicures, but that will also inspire some serious décor pinning. (We’re speaking from first-hand experience). From all-natural and non-harmful products to nail designs that are one of a kind and might very well require a fine art degree, these are a few of the reasons digital influencers, celebrities, and "normal people" adore these salons. Keep scrollingto see our picks for the best nail salons in L.A.

Bellacures

This celebrity-frequented nail salon—Reese Witherspoon, Jessica Alba, and Alessandra Ambrosio are all regulars—offers treatments like the Clean and All Natural for soon-to-be moms, the Cannacure, which includes cannabis sugar scrubs and lotions, and the Lymphatic-Cure, which includes lymphatic drainage massage and gua-sha therapy. Now's a good time to say: Only in L.A. With locations all over the city, Bellacures is a great place to get your nails done, whether you opt for a classic red gel mani or gel extensions with a colorful French tip.

Locations:

241 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 90212; (424) 204-9430

11712 Barrington Court, Los Angeles, 90049; (310) 295-0016

205 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, 90004; (310) 584-4553

13033 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, 91604; (818) 921-7771

1609 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403; (310) 584-4584

820 S Sepulveda Blvd suite 102, El Segundo, CA 90245; (310) 341-7600

Nailbox

Scroll through the Instagram feed of fashion influencers like Aimee Santos, and you’ll spot the minimally designed Nailbox. “We were aiming to open up a salon that was clean, simple, and beautiful,” says co-founder Lambert Hahm. The husband and wife team designed the salon themselves, taking inspiration from Pinterest and design magazines. “It really came together,” Lambert says on their vision, which took into account the downtown location. Picture concrete floors and exposed ductwork. The salon also features a plant wall and copper tubs with one-time liners for pedicures. The menu includes traditional services like gel and regular manicures, but it does not offer acrylics. For those who are looking for a non-harmful service, opt for the Organic Manicure and Organic Pedicure, which each use 5-free polish and natural products. The Signature Nailbox manicure costs $30, and the Signature Nailbox pedicure costs $45.

Location:

300 South Santa Fe Avenue, Los Angeles, 90013; (213) 229-8832

380 S. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101; (626) 662-4079

Jessica The Clinic

Over the last 40 years, Jessica The Clinic(the first-ever nail-only salon) has been a natural nail go-to for celebrities. Drew Barrymore, Sarah Jessica Parker, Jessica Alba, and Kate Bosworth are a few of the A-listers who have their nails painted here. The space—in its original Sunset Plaza location—underwent a 14-month renovation, which was completed in 2018. With the help of interior designer Jeffrey Hitchco*ck, founder Jessica Vartoughian opted for a modern look with white walls, and fluorescent pink accents. Services include a nail analysis and a solution-based treatment for healthy nails. The Jessica Signature “Nail Cultivation” is $40 and a Zenspa Pedicure is $45.

Location:

8627 Sunset Boulevard, Beverly Hills, 90069; (310) 659-9292

Modern Pamper

With celebrity clients like Hailey Bieber and Kylie Jenner, Modern Pamper is a great place to hit up if you're looking to get the latest glazed variation in buzzy manicure trends. Located in North Hollywood, the salon has it's own valet parking—which is major for LA natives. If you're into nail art, they have the best selection of gems, charms, stickers, chrome, and glitter polishes—check their Instagram feed for proof. Their gel extensions start at $65, while a classic pedicure starts at $40. You even have the option to get a spray tan while you're there, which will cost you $75.

Location:

4850 Vineland Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91601; (818) 985-1920

Lanicure

If the entirety of your Instagram feed is trendy nail art, Lanicure is the place to go if you want to bring that to life. Charms, marbled designs, dried flowers, 3D chrome texture—their nail artists do it all, and they do it very well. A basic gel mani starts at $45. If you're looking for something a bit more indulgent (and photo-worthy), their Tropical Pedicure starts at $55, and includes fresh fruits, exfoliating scrubs, and an aloe vera leg mask.

Location:

5910 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028; (323) 925-5546

Maison de Beauté

Located in the heart of Pasadena, Maison de Beauté is a salon specializing in hard gel, gel extensions and nail art. If you're looking for an old school nail experience with jetted tubs and massage chairs, Maison de Beauté offers that with Japanese gel, non-toxic polishes, hard gels, and dip powder to customize your service exactly to your liking.

Location:

850 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101; (626) 464-7197