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Austin's Premier Nail Studio

Where Beauty
Meets Relaxation

A curated, hand-painted nail salon in 78705 on Guadalupe (The Drag) — steps from UT Austin in West Campus. Gel manicure, dip powder, acrylic, and spa pedicure in central Austin. Walk-ins welcome, open Sunday.

★★★★★
Loved by 800+ Austin clients
Hand-painted manicure
4.6★★★★★

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01Signature Manicure
02Gel Artistry
03Luxe Pedicure
04Nail Couture
05Hand-Painted Art
06Dipping Powder
07Brow & Lash
08By Appointment
4.6★★★★

800+ Verified Google Reviews

Best mani-pedi I've had in Austin. The space is calm, the techs are precise, and my gel lasted almost four weeks without chipping.

Sophie M. · Local Guide · 5★

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Inside Relax Nails & Spa — pedicure lounge with warm cream chairs and natural light
Our Story

A quiet Guadalupe studio, built on the love of beautiful hands.

Relax Nails & Spa opened its doors near UT Austin on a simple conviction: a manicure should feel less like a transaction and more like a small, restorative ritual. We chose a calm corner of Guadalupe, designed a space built for stillness, and trained a team in the hand-painted tradition.

Every detail — from our non-toxic polish line to the warm tea poured on arrival — is chosen with intention. We are small by design. We always will be.

  • Hospital-grade sterilization on every tool
  • Non-toxic, vegan, cruelty-free polish line
  • Private pedicure lounges with quiet acoustics
  • Complimentary tea, espresso & sparkling water
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Why Austin Chooses Us

The most trusted nail studio in Austin County.

From UT students to long-time Austinites, guests return for the quiet craft, the spotless rituals, and a calm that's hard to find on Guadalupe.

12+
Years on Guadalupe
800+
Verified Google reviews
4.6
Average star rating
100%
Non-toxic polish line
01

Hand-painted, never rushed

Every set is treated as a small commission. Our artists work slow, steady lines — no shortcuts, no chipped edges.

02

Hospital-grade sterilization

Tools are autoclave-sterilized between every guest. Liners are single-use. Your station is reset, not just wiped.

03

Non-toxic, vegan polish

We curate a 10-free, cruelty-free polish library — gentle on nails, kind to the air you breathe in our studio.

04

Steps from UT campus

On Guadalupe and within walking distance of the Drag — easy to slip in between classes, meetings, or coffee runs.

05

A quiet, considered space

Private pedicure lounges, soft acoustics, warm tea on arrival. Built for stillness, not small talk.

06

Loved by locals

4.6 stars across 800+ Google reviews from Austinites who keep coming back — and bringing friends.

In Their Words
Stepping into Relax feels like a private atelier. Every detail — the light, the music, the precision of the work — has been considered. My hands have never looked more like art.
Mireille Davenport
Editor · Austin Style Quarterly
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Hand-painted floral nail art with pearl detailing
Relax Atelierno. 04
FAQ

Questions, answered.

Everything you might wonder before your first visit — from gel longevity to sterilization, polish ingredients, and booking.

Still curious? Ask us

Plan on about 45 minutes for a signature manicure and 60–75 minutes for gel. We never rush — every guest gets the full ritual: cuticle care, shaping, hand massage, and a precise polish application.

A properly applied gel set lasts two to three weeks without chipping or lifting, depending on your lifestyle. We prep the nail plate carefully so the gel adheres without damaging your natural nail.

Yes. Our entire polish library is 10-free and vegan — no formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, camphor, or animal-derived ingredients. We also work in a well-ventilated space with HEPA-grade air purification.

Every metal tool is autoclave-sterilized in sealed pouches between guests — hospital-grade, not just disinfected. Pedicure liners, files, and buffers are single-use and discarded after each appointment.

A warm herbal soak, sea-salt exfoliation, callus refinement, nail shaping, cuticle care, an extended foot and calf massage with warm oils, and your choice of polish — about 75 minutes start to finish.

Absolutely — please do. Pinterest boards, screenshots, magazine clippings, your favorite ring. Our artists love a clear reference and will recreate or reinterpret it in a way that suits your nail shape.

Yes — we're a walk in nail salon in 78705 on Guadalupe (The Drag), and we welcome walk-ins when chairs are open. Weekends and evenings book up quickly, so for the best nail salon experience near UT Austin we recommend booking online a few days ahead.

Yes — we're a nail salon open Sunday in Austin, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Sundays are popular with UT students and couples, so we recommend booking ahead for gel manicures, dip powder, and couples pedicure appointments.

Yes. As a full-service nail salon in 78705 we offer gel manicure, dip powder nails, acrylic nail sets, spa pedicure, and hand-painted nail art — all in our central Austin studio steps from UT Austin and West Campus.

Yes — couples pedicure austin bookings are one of our favorites. Side-by-side spa pedicure chairs, warm beverages, and a calm room. Reserve two seats together when you book online.

We're proudly a student nail salon in Austin on The Drag, right by UT Austin in 78705. Many of our regulars are UT students from West Campus, North University, and Hyde Park — ask about quick gel refresh appointments between classes.

We ask for 24 hours' notice for cancellations or reschedules so we can offer the slot to another guest. No-shows or last-minute cancellations may incur a 50% service fee on future bookings.

Trust & Standards

Licensed, sanitized, experienced.

Every technician at Relax Nails & Spa (also known as Relax Nails Bar Austin) is licensed through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). We exceed state sanitation requirements and bring over a decade of professional experience as a trusted nail salon in central Austin — serving UT Austin students on The Drag, West Campus, North University, Hyde Park, and the greater 78705 area.

Texas TDLR Licensed

All technicians hold current state licenses

10+ Years Experience

Combined team expertise in nail artistry

Autoclave Sterilization

Hospital-grade tool sterilization every use

Single-Use Disposables

Files, buffers & liners discarded per client

HEMA-Free Products

Vegan, cruelty-free, low-tox product line

Heart of Austin

Proudly on Guadalupe, serving UT & Central Austin

Concierge & Booking

Book your appointment.
Or simply say hello.

Whether it is a routine refresh or a special occasion, our studio is prepared for your arrival. We respond to all inquiries within one business day.

Direct Line
(512) 608-4016
Studio Location
3016 Guadalupe St b300
Austin, TX 78705
Salon Hours
  • Mon – Sat10:00 am – 7:30 pm
  • Sunday11:00 am – 5:00 pm
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3016 Guadalupe St, b300
Austin, TX 78705
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Complimentary Beverages

Water, flavored sparkling water, sodas, red wine, and white wine.

Please let us know if we can get you anything at all!

Our Policy

Refund Policy

If you are not satisfied with your services, please make us aware of it while serving or before you pay. We will happily fix them or adjust them to your satisfaction, or we will remove any enhancements or coating that have been applied. If you leave the salon without paying, we will contact the police and prosecute theft of services to the fullest extent of the law.

No refund will be applied after you leave the establishment.

Relax Nails & Spa

An editorial nail salon near UT Austin on Guadalupe. Where hands become art — by appointment, with intention.

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Hours

Hours
  • Mon — Fri10:00 AM — 7:30 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM — 7:30 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM — 5:00 PM

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