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Lifestyle Asia
“The best luxury nail salons in Hong Kong for manicures and pedicures”
20 APR 2023
Tinted founders Carmen Lau and Carroll Lee launched this trendy nail salon after struggling to find one in Hong Kong that ticked all the boxes. From its intriguing and highly Instagramable decor to its coveted nail art services, there’s a lot to love here. Luxury doesn’t just mean expensive; it also refers to the experience and Tinted is proof of that. Spend an afternoon awash in sunset hues, neon artwork and plenty of natural sunlight. While there are plenty of services to choose from, the Signature Gel Manicure should be your go-to. Expect your hands cleansed, your cuticles cleaned, your nail shaped, and your nails coloured to perfection.
Sassy Mama HK
“Nail Salons In Hong Kong: Where To Get Nail Art, Manicures And Pedicures”
11 OCT 2022
If you’ve already stumbled across the terracotta pink walls and effortless cool interior of Tinted., odds are you’ve been back since. Using predominantly 7-Free and bio-seaweed gels from NCLA, in addition to pregnancy-safe hand care products, Tinted. has quickly become a staple manicure stop for nail art lovers across Hong Kong. Looking for some nail inspo? Tinted.’s Instagram page serves you plenty!
Liv Magazine
“#SupportLocal: 9 Hong Kong Beauty Businesses To Support This Month”
10 MAY 2022
This Causeway Bay nail house was founded on the belief that beauty is a form of self expression (we’ve personally reviewed them before, so we’re on the record as being huge fans!). They’re known for their exceptional nail artistry that’s guaranteed to attract more than a few words of admiration from mani lovers. Mention Liv Magazine when booking to get upgraded one tier for gel manicure services.
CNN Style
“How nail art became an Olympic beauty ritual”
06 AUG 2021
In the case of Hong Kong Olympic swimmer Camille Cheng, it is also a way of standing out beyond your uniform. "As swimmers, we race in pretty standard caps, goggles and suits," she said over email from Tokyo. "I feel that getting my nails done adds a bit of my personality."
Cheng's hand-painted soft gel manicure featured the Olympic rings, the Japanese flag and bauhinia flower that appears on Hong Kong's flag. Nail artist Nana Chan, from the Hong Kong salon Tinted, also created miniature swimmers battling the waves, which were made up of blue swirls and negative space.
"For this Olympics, I wanted to have Hong Kong represented, Japan (as it's being hosted in Tokyo), the Olympic Rings and something water or swimming related," explained Cheng, who also competed at the 2016 Rio Olympics. "We are proud to represent our country on the biggest sporting stage and we reflect that in our nails."
Tinted founder Carroll Lee, called it an "honor" to work with Cheng, while nail artist Chan said: "It was almost like Camille was bringing my spirit with her to participate at the Olympics."
#legend
“5 hottest summer nail trends to try”
21 JUL 2021
Looking for new nail art ideas for your next manicure? We checked in with one of Hong Kong’s hottest nail boutiques, Tinted, to find out what the latest summer nail trends are. Whether you’re into short, long, oval or square nails, there’s a nail art design for you - Florals, Swirls, Black and White, Fruity, Pastels.
SCMP Lifestyle
“Stars like Harry Styles are making men’s nail art and polish popular, and normalising something seen as for women only until now”
07 JUN 2021
‘Nail art is just another way of self-expression, like tattoos,’ says the co-founder of a Hong Kong salon.
“Nail art is growing in Hong Kong,” says Carroll Lee, co-founder of Tinted., a nail salon in Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island. “We wouldn’t say that it’s mainstream yet, but among the more adventurous and creative communities, we’ve seen an increase in demand. We feel like nail art is just another way of self-expression, just like tattoos.”
What’s changed is the plethora of nail salons that cater to men just as much as they do women, and the rise of social media. “Seeing big celebs doing it definitely makes it less taboo, but we are also seeing more posts on social media, so there is definitely more inspiration and a growing community of men who want to share their love of nail art,” says Tinted.’s co-founder, Carmen Lau. “Two hashtags that we follow are #malepolish and #mensnailart, which have no shortage of inspiration.”
Lifestyle Asia
“6 luxury nail salons in Hong Kong”
02 MAR 2021
Turn the corner on any street and you’re likely to come across a nail salon ready to freshen up your fingers and toes; but for a truly memorable experience, these luxury nail salons offer impeccable manicures and pedicures.
Relatively new on the nail salon scene, Tinted founders Carmen Lau and Carroll Lee launched this trendy nail salon after struggling to find one in HK that ticked all the boxes. From it’s intriguing and highly Instagramable decor to its coveted nail art services, spend an afternoon awash in sunset hues, neon artwork and plenty of natural sunlight.
#legend
“Get polished at Hong Kong’s best salons for nail art”
27 NOV 2020
Hong Kong has plenty of nail salons, but not all are created equal. If you’re looking for next-level nail art, especially for the festive season, we’ve found six of the city’s best salons that offer endless styles and colourways.
Tinted has become the talk of the town for their Instagram-worthy interiors and detailed nail art designs. Its founders, Carmen Lau and Carroll Lee, came up with the concept and interiors, which feature sunset hues, neon artwork and leafy houseplants. Go and get pampered by nail artists that are serious about their craft. Your money is well spent, knowing that each sitting is personalised as the salon only caters to two bookings at a time.
Sassy Hong Kong
“Your Guide To Nail Salons In Hong Kong”
19 NOV 2020
Nail your look at one of these top nail salons in Hong Kong.
If the eyes are the windows to our soul, then the nails must be our canvas. The shape, length, colour and choice of nail art all hint at the style and personality of the wearer. Thankfully, Hong Kong has a vast array of salons for all your trimming, styling and polishing needs.
If you’ve already stumbled across the terracotta pink walls and effortless cool interior of Tinted., odds are you’ve been back since. Founded by former interior designer Carmen Lau and luxury hospitality executive Carroll Lee, this down-to-earth nail salon was born out of passion and a need for affordable, luxury salons. Using predominantly 7-Free and bio-seaweed gels from NCLA, in addition to pregnancy-safe hand care products, Tinted. has quickly become a staple manicure stop for nail art lovers across Hong Kong.
HONEYCOMBERS
“We review Tinted, Hong Kong’s coolest new nail bar that celebrates colour and art”
01 JUL 2020
Everyone has their thing when it comes to self-care and me-time. Perhaps you love an amazing massage every few weeks, or maybe a trip to one of the best hair salons in Hong Kong on the regular makes you swoon. For regular readers, you will know that manicures–and nail art in-particular–is what feeds my soul, and I’m always on the hunt for the coolest nail salons in Hong Kong. Tinted in CWB definitely makes the list for their commitment to elevating the role of the nail artist to a proper art form (which it is!) and to also creating a holistic and zen-like space for everybody to enjoy.
Lifestyle Asia
“Review: Tinted offers next-level nail pampering for indie art lovers”
08 APR 2020
Located in an old commercialised tong lau on Causeway Bay’s Pak Sha Road, Tinted is a slice of pink paradise in prime hipster haven, just a stone’s throw from the Leica cafe and the Nikelab store. Awash in sunset hues, neon artwork, leafy houseplants and plenty of natural sunlight, the clean and photogenic space aligns itself perfectly with the aesthetic of the Instagram generation, exuding the air of year-round summers spent vacationing in SoCal or Miami. We’re kind of obsessed.
The shaping itself — including soft gel extensions on my two fourth fingers to balance out the nail length — took more than an hour due to her exhaustive effort, though I have to say I don’t think I’ve ever seen my nails filed to such perfection.
Liv Magazine
APR 2020
With distinctive designs and a superfresh colour range, we’ve been dying to try Tinted., a newish nail salon located in Causeway Bay. We test drive their Signature Gel Manicure in pursuit of some Insta-worthy nails.
Inspired by art-forward nail bars in cities like Tokyo and Toronto, walking into Tinted. feels like entering a London hipster haunt. Soft pink walls, immaculate marble workspaces and an abundance of natural light make this space a cut above most others.
