Pioneer in nail care sees room to grow in Charlotte market

CHARLOTTE — Varnish Lane CEO Lauren Dunne wants to carve out a niche in Charlotte.

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The nationally recognized nail-care destination opened its first location in South End around the end of 2021. Now, she sees room for up to four additional locations here — with a search for the perfect spaces ongoing.

“We always knew we wanted to grow and expand,” Lauren says. “We really liked the idea of expanding in the Southeast.”

South End’s 10-chair salon offers the brand’s signature waterless manicure and pedicure services. It is on the ground floor of the Hawk Apartments at 1932 Hawkins St.

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Dunne founded the concept, with her mother Carrie, in 2015.

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(Watch the video below: The Salty Donut cooks up plans for South End spot)

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