Most salons on this list sit in Midtown along the Woodward Avenue corridor, close to Wayne State and the museums. You will also find picks on the Avenue of Fashion on Livernois and on West McNichols Road on the west side. The list covers artist-led 3D nail art, dry manicures and non-acrylic care, plus neighborhood shops for acrylics, dip powder and quick pedicures.
Each pick was confirmed on the salon’s own site or booking page in October 2026. The cards list the address, phone, hours where posted, the services each salon focuses on, and where to book.
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1. Cure Nailhouse
Why we picked it: Cure runs as an artist studio and residency, so you book custom nail art commissions priced by complexity. Pick it when you want sculpted 3D or mixed-media sets instead of a standard polish job.
Starting prices: 2D nail art commission from $60; 3D nail art commission from $80
- Address
- 119 Garfield St Suite #400, Detroit, MI 48201
- Phone
- (313) 502-5822
- Hours
- Tue to Fri 10am to 8pm, Sat 10am to 6pm
2. Medusa Detroit
Why we picked it: Medusa is a queer women-owned studio on the Avenue of Fashion that states a clear welcome for trans, queer, POC, fat and disabled clients. Its menu leans on dry manicures and freehand art sets, with a gel option built to protect the polish.
Starting prices: Gel manicure from $45; Pedicure from $60
- Address
- 20100 Livernois Ave, Detroit, MI 48221
- Hours
- Check the salon website for current hours
3. The TEN Nail Bar
Why we picked it: The TEN is a Woodward Avenue nail bar where you can book manicures and pedicures along with lash extensions, brow tinting and waxing. It works well if you want nails and brows handled in one online booking.
- Address
- 6541 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48202
- Phone
- (313) 462-4517
- Hours
- Check the salon website for current hours
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4. King Nails
Why we picked it: King Nails takes both walk-ins and appointments on Woodward in Midtown and stays open seven days. It is a practical stop for a manicure, pedicure or simple nail art near Wayne State.
- Address
- 4135 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
- Phone
- (313) 800-5361
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9:30am to 7pm, Sun 11:30am to 4:30pm
5. Nails & Bar
Why we picked it: Nails & Bar covers the full range of enhancements on West McNichols, including acrylic full sets and fills, gel and dip powder. You can also add organic waxing or brow tinting to the same visit.
- Address
- 21370 W McNichols Rd Ste B, Detroit, MI 48219
- Phone
- (313) 766-5544
- Hours
- Mon and Wed to Sun 10am to 7pm, Tue closed
6. Bebe Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: Bebe sits on East Warren near the museum district and opens every day, including Sunday afternoons. You can book nail sets and spa pedicures online ahead of your visit.
- Address
- 520 E Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
- Phone
- (313) 818-0320
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9:30am to 7pm, Sun 11am to 4pm
Detroit nail salons at a glance
| Salon | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Cure Nailhouse | Midtown | Commissioned 2D and 3D nail art |
| Medusa Detroit | Avenue of Fashion | Dry manicures, inclusive queer-owned studio |
| The TEN Nail Bar | – | Nail bar with lashes and waxing |
| King Nails | Midtown | Walk-in manicures in Midtown |
| Nails & Bar | – | Acrylic, gel and dip on the west side |
| Bebe Nails & Spa | Midtown | Seven-day Midtown nail spa |
Tips before you book
- Save a few looks from our nail ideas before your visit so you and your tech are on the same page.
- Nail art, extra length and some shapes cost more than the base price, so ask for the full price before your tech starts.
- If you get gel often, give your nails a short break now and then. The free Nail Health Checker helps if they feel weak or peel.
- Metal tools should come out of a sealed pouch, and files and buffers should be new for each client.
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Salon details were checked on each salon’s own website or booking page in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so call or check online before you go. Spot something out of date? Email contact@nailstyleguide.com.
