Nail salon in the Golden Cross, off Cornmarket Street, Oxford
Healthy nails, built layer by layer.
BIAB, gel colour, acrylics and nail art. Regulars come back every two or three weeks, and say their nails are stronger than before they started.
4.5 from 639 Google reviews
Open Monday to Saturday
Find your base
Tell it how your nails are and what you'd like. You'll see the build regulars describe for that, the layers it uses, and a booking request ready to send.
A good place to start
BIAB
Builder gel laid over your own nails, so they're protected while they grow out stronger.
Layers, top to bottom: Top coat, gel colour, builder gel, your own nail
“When I first came in, my nails were so short and damaged, and now they’re the healthiest they’ve ever been.”
Regulars come back every two to three weeks for an infill or a fresh set. Book your next one before you leave.
Your booking request
Hi, I'd like to book BIAB with a colour. My nails are short and damaged at the moment, and I'd like them to last three weeks or more.
A starting point from what reviewers describe, not a diagnosis. Your technician looks at your nails first and will tell you honestly what suits them.
What 639 reviews keep coming back to
Google picks these out of the salon's reviews. Each layer is as long as the number of reviews that mention it.
- Kind staff51
- Acrylics30
- Welcoming staff20
- Friendly team16
- Gel nails11
- Massage chair9
- Student discount6
“Very courteous, precise, detail oriented, they listen to your wants & needs.”
ejays story, Google review
What you can book
BIAB and gel colour for strong, healthy nails, acrylic sets and infills, nail art from your inspiration picture, and pedicures.
BIAB
Builder gel on your own nails, for strength while they grow.
Gel colour and rubber base
Gel colour from a wall of shades, on a rubber base with infills.
Acrylic sets and infills
Full acrylic sets, and infills to keep them going.
Nail art and designs
Florals, bold designs or something simple, matched to your picture.
Pedicures
Pedicures with gel colour, in a massage chair.
Prom, graduation and holiday nails
Sets planned for a big day or a trip away.
“When I first came in, my nails were so short and damaged, and now they’re the healthiest they’ve ever been.”
“The staff are so lovely! They are so caring and make sure I'm happy with the nails which always leave looking exactly like the inspiration picture I bring with me. I highly recommend! 😊”
Lilli
“I had the best experience last week with Kim! I got the most gorgeous graduation nails, it was acrylic infill and they are stunning. I wanted to leave a review because the service was amazing! Kim was very meticulous and made sure my nails looked perfect, I didn’t feel like he was rushed at all and he treated my nails with so much care. Highly recommend!!!!”
Phoebe Lloyd
“I’m a regular customer at this nail salon and always have a great experience. The staff are friendly, hardworking, and do their best to take care of everyone, even when it’s busy. The salon may be small, but it’s clean and comfortable. The prices are reasonable, and they have air conditioning, so it’s always comfortable whether it’s winter or summer. I’m always happy with my nails and will definitely keep coming back🥰🥰”
Kapoor Aisha
Ask for Rose, or Kim, or Amy
Regulars ask for their technician by name. Rose is “a total star”, Kim is “very meticulous”, and Amy and the team are “welcoming and caring”. Say who you'd like when you book.
Bring your inspiration picture
Reviewers say their nails leave looking exactly like the picture, and the team will tell you honestly what will suit you.
Sit back in a massage chair
The massage chairs come up in several reviews.
Air-conditioned, winter or summer
The salon is small, but reviewers describe it as clean and comfortable all year.
Ask about the student discount
Mentioned in several reviews. Say so when you book.
Finding the salon
13 Golden Cross
Inside the Golden Cross arcade, which runs off Cornmarket Street in the middle of Oxford, OX1 3EU. It gets busy, so ring ahead.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:30am to 6pm
- Tuesday
- 9:30am to 6pm
- Wednesday
- 9:30am to 6pm
- Thursday
- 9:30am to 6pm
- Friday
- 9:30am to 6pm
- Saturday
- 9:30am to 6pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Questions
Can I walk in?
It's a small salon and reviewers say it gets busy, so ring 01865 790909 first to check there's a seat free.
Is there a student discount?
Yes. A student discount comes up in several reviews, so mention it when you book.
How often should I come back?
Regulars come every two to three weeks. One says her gel colour on a rubber base lasts three weeks easily, and another comes every two weeks.
How much does it cost?
Prices depend on the set and any extras such as cat-eye, so ask when you book. Reviewers describe the prices as reasonable and good value.
Can I ask for a particular technician?
Yes, say who you'd like when you book. Reviewers mention Amy, Rose and Kim by name.
Where exactly is it?
Inside the Golden Cross shopping arcade, which runs off Cornmarket Street in the middle of Oxford, at number 13.
It's a small salon, so ring ahead
13 Golden Cross, off Cornmarket Street, Oxford OX1 3EU. Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to 6pm.
Open seven days