A SALON specialising in acrylic nails and nail art has opened in Darlington.

The Hollywood Professional Nail Centre opened two weeks ago in Crown Street, and is run by a two-person team.

The company has another studio in Greenwich, London, and wants to introduce its techniques into the North-East.

Steven Young, who runs the salon with partner Yen, said business was going well so far.

"Yen does the treatments and I look after the general running of the place," he said.

"It's so far going very well, and we hope it will be as successful and busy as the one in Greenwich."

Some of the salon's services include air-brushing nails and designs using ultraviolet light gel.

Manicures and pedicures are also available, but appointments should be made.

Students and wedding groups receive 20 per cent discount.

To contact the salon, call (01325) 380009.

Opening hours are Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5.30pm, and appointments only on Sunday from 11am to 2pm.