If you’re already strategizing your holiday beauty appointments, take note: According to Dojo, a payment provider that partners with nail salons in the UK, Tuesday, December 17 is the ideal date to schedule your Christmas manicure. The company suggests that locking in your appointment for this day will help you avoid the dreaded fully booked nail salon schedule and also make sure your nails last just the right amount of time for all your holiday festivities.
“Weekdays are quieter days in beauty salons, so avoiding the weekend approaching Christmas is wise,” said Tina Micheal, founder of Shoreditch Nails, who backs Dojo’s recommendation to pencil in December 17. “Mondays and Tuesdays in December are the quieter days in the salon across the festive period.”
More on why December 17 is so ideal: “Booking your nail appointment on Tuesday 17th, will mean your festive nails will last throughout Christmas and New Year, so you won’t have to worry about booking another appointment across the holidays,” says Michael. “Beauty lovers are more likely to be able to book an appointment on this day rather than leaving it too late and salons being fully booked!”
A Quick Note for U.S. Readers
While this insight stems from UK-based experts, it’s a timely reminder for everyone: don’t wait until the last minute to book your holiday manicure. Schedules fill up quickly and you don’t want to be left scrambling for an opening—or worse, attending your holiday parties sans festive nails. You heard it here—call your nail salon now to lock in that perfect date before it’s too late.
