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Proud Nails

4.5(41 reviews)
Ranked #10 in Best Nail Salons in Southend-on-Sea

78 West Rd, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9DS

What customers say

6 most helpful reviews

  • ★★★★★

    Absolutely love this place! The team are always so friendly and accommodating, especially when it comes to my more alternative designs and detailed nail art. They're really skilled and happy to bring any idea to life. My last set lasted ages-even through a full shop refurbishment, getting wall paint on them, and handling cash every day at work. They can get a bit busy at times, but they always manage to find time for you. Highly recommend!

    April 2025
  • ★★★★★

    perfect and friendly as always :) good prices and great service, got exactly what i asked for thank you so much <3

    October 2025
  • ★★★★★

    Had my Christmas nails done today and as usual everyone was professional and friendly, hope you enjoy the biscuits, see you all next year x

    December 2025
  • ★★★★★

    Amazing! The staff are lovely and it was £35 for my acrylics and design. Definitely recommend!

    July 2025
  • ★★★★★

    Love this place, best nail shop around. Always come here. Very friendly and best service.

    October 2025
  • ★★★★★

    Very good nail shop always pleasant lovely people ten out of ten always helpful will not go anywhere else

    January 2025

About Proud Nails

Proud Nails is a nail salon based in Southend-on-Sea, holding a strong customer rating. The consistent score across a reasonable number of responses suggests a reliable level of customer satisfaction over time. Reviewers return to several specific points with regularity. The team is frequently described as friendly, professional, and accommodating, with a number of customers noting they have visited repeatedly over an extended period. A particular strength mentioned across multiple reviews is the salon's willingness to take on detailed and alternative nail art designs, with customers reporting that their ideas were executed accurately and that results proved durable — one reviewer noted a set lasting through particularly demanding physical work. The atmosphere comes across as welcoming, with a relaxed and approachable feel noted by several visitors. The salon offers acrylic sets and nail art, with the range of services extending to seasonal and decorative designs. Proud Nails is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm and also opens on Monday during the same hours, with Sunday being the only closed day. Customers wishing to secure a specific appointment time are advised to book ahead, particularly around seasonal periods when demand for themed nail art tends to increase.

Features & amenities

Wi-Fi
Kid-friendly
Accessible toilet
LGBTQ+ friendly
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
On-site services
Identifies as women-owned
Wheelchair seating
Transgender safe space
Plastic bottles
Cash only

Opening hours

Monday9am-6pm
Tuesday9am-6pm
Wednesday9am-6pm
ThursdayToday9am-6pm
Friday9am-6pm
Saturday9am-6pm
SundayClosed

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