DOHA, Qatar: Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has announced the opening of Nails, an express nails, hair and beauty salon which has been designed to offer passengers express beauty services before they travel from Hamad International Airport (HIA).

Located inside Blush boutique in the main atrium of the airport, Nails is open 24 hours a day and offers a range of beauty treatments that have been created to take no longer than 30-40 minutes. At Nails, passengers can choose from a wide selection of manicures and pedicures including French manicure, shape and polish, Incoco and Vinylux, as well as other services such as massages, waxing and threading.

The menu of services also includes a choice of eight different blow dry styles, scalp massage and Kerastase hair treatments. Passengers can just walk in, choose their style and leave 30 minutes later ready to take off looking their best.

“Qatar Duty Free is very pleased to announce the opening of Nails at Hamad International Airport. This service has been introduced to add another element of luxury to the traveller experience at our state-of-the-art airport, which offers unprecedented world-class facilities in a highly passenger-focused environment,” said Senior Vice President Qatar Duty Free, Keith Hunter.

Nails is operated by A.N.D Trading Company, which operates eight salons in key locations such as the Four Seasons, Marriott and Crowne Plaza hotels in Doha.

At HIA, QDF offers 40,000 square metres of combined retail, food and beverage facilities, establishing the retailer as a premier shopping and dining destination. With more than 70 retail outlets offering an unprecedented selection of designer labels, fashion, electronics, gourmet foods and much more, Qatar Duty Free at HIA caters to all passengers’ tastes.

In addition, more than 30 cafés and restaurants offer a sumptuous selection of global and local cuisine. Other luxury brands also available at HIA include: Bulgari, Hermès, Giorgio Armani, Hugo Boss, Mont Blanc, Rolex and Chanel.