Truro has no shortage of nail bars. So why do people drive 17 miles to a two-tech salon on Coinagehall Street in Helston? Because a set from Ellie doesn't look like everyone else's. Hand-painted art, sculpted lengths and a finish that lasts until your next infill: that's what Truro clients make the trip for.
Nails by Ellie Creed is booking only, Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 3pm, with Ellie and Cait.
Getting from Truro to the salon
Head out of Truro on the A39 towards Falmouth, then pick up the A394 at Penryn and follow it all the way into Helston. It's 17.7 miles. On a clear road it's under half an hour; allow about 35 minutes at busy times, especially around Truro in the morning.
Ellie recommends Tyacke Road car park: from there, a shortcut past the registry office on Coinage Ope leads straight onto Coinagehall Street. Coinagehall Street is Helston's main street, and the salon is at number 24: you can't miss the pink.
What Truro clients book
Pedicures are the surprise. 'Pedicure truro' is searched around 110 times a month in Cornwall, and our pedicure is a proper one: a soak at the pedi spa station with jets, The Gel Bottle pedicure system and gel colour on your toes, for £40.
For hands, it's mostly BIAB on natural nails and hard gel extensions, with nail art on top. If you're coming from Truro for a full set, book the long slot so there's time for the detail.
Why Truro clients choose a Helston salon
It's a small salon: two techs, Ellie and Cait, and one client each at a time. Nobody is rushing you out for the next walk-in, because there are no walk-ins. You get a proper consultation, prep done carefully, and a set finished by hand. Ellie's nail art is what a lot of people find her for, often through her Instagram, and her regulars stay because their sets last until the next appointment.
The salon itself is part of it: pink walls, the neon Nails by Ellie Creed sign, a leopard print sofa, and The Coffee Hut delivers to the salon. Rated 4.9 on Google by her clients. Plenty of reasons to swap the Truro traffic for the A394.
Sets Truro clients make the trip for
Every treatment, for Truro clients
Coming from Truro: FAQs
How long does it take to get from Truro to Nails by Ellie Creed?
It's 17.7 miles from Truro to 24 Coinagehall Street, Helston, along the A39 and A394. That's under half an hour on a clear road; allow about 35 minutes at busy times.
Where do I park when I get to Helston?
Ellie recommends Tyacke Road car park. From there, take the shortcut past the registry office on Coinage Ope and it leads you straight onto Coinagehall Street. Then follow the pink.
Can I book a pedicure if I'm coming from Truro?
Yes. Our pedicure is £40 with Ellie or Cait: a soak at the pedi spa station with jets, The Gel Bottle pedicure system and gel colour of your choice. Pair it with your nails and you're done in one trip.
Do you do BIAB for clients from Truro?
We do, and it's the most booked treatment in the salon. A BIAB overlay on bare nails is £45, then infills keep it strong. If you're wearing another salon's product and it's your first visit with Ellie, add a removal.
Can I book my next appointment before I leave?
Yes, and we recommend it if you're travelling in. Ellie books her regulars two appointments ahead, so you always have a slot that fits around the drive.
