BuuQ — find, book & glow with beauty pros near you
BuuQ is a beauty booking app connecting clients with professional beauty technicians and parlours across Africa — and the world beyond. Discover, book, chat and pay, all in one app.
Wanna Glow? Just BuuQ It.
Booking happens in the app ·Earn with BuuQ →
One app for the whole beauty booking journey
BuuQ is an app that brings clients and independent beauty professionals together across Africa — and the world beyond. Whether you are booking a fresh set of braids, a manicure or bridal makeup — or you are a technician or parlour looking to grow — BuuQ handles discovery, booking, messaging and payments in one seamless experience.
For clients (seekers)
Discover trusted providers nearby, book in real time, chat about your appointment, and pay securely — no more endless DMs and phone tag.
For providers
Get discovered by clients near you, manage your services and calendar, respond to booking requests fast, and grow your reputation with reviews.
This website is BuuQ's information point — it tells you what the app does and where to get it. Providers, prices and availability all live in the app.
This website is BuuQ's information point — it tells you what the app does and where to get it. Providers, prices and availability all live in the app.Book your next beauty moment in three steps
Browse & discover
Explore beauty services and providers near you — hair, nails, makeup, brows, lashes and more.
Book & chat
Request your slot, get accepted in real time, and chat with your provider to fine-tune the details.
Glow
Pay securely, enjoy your appointment, and leave a review to help the community glow too.
Everything you need to look and feel your best
Discover nearby
Find verified beauty technicians and parlours near you, ranked by distance, rating and responsiveness.
Real-time booking
Request a slot and get a response fast — providers accept within a countdown, so you never wait indefinitely.
In-app chat
Message your provider about your booking directly in the app, with read receipts and instant notifications.
Secure payments
Pay by M-Pesa, card or cash. Deposits and prepayments are supported, with digital BuuQ receipts.
Verified providers
Every provider completes identity verification (KYC) before appearing in search — book with confidence.
Ratings & reviews
Real ratings from real bookings help you choose the right professional for your look.
Frequently asked questions
What is BuuQ?
BuuQ is a beauty booking app that connects clients with professional beauty technicians and parlours across Africa — and the world beyond. You discover providers, book appointments, chat and pay, all in the app.
Can I book on this website?
No — this site is the information point for BuuQ. Browsing providers, booking, chatting and paying all happen inside the app, because they need your location, your account and live provider availability. This site tells you what BuuQ does and where to get it.
Is BuuQ available in Africa?
Yes. BuuQ is built for Africa first — business commencement in Kenya and expanding across the continent. Target markets include Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Morocco, Ethiopia, Egypt et cetera. You can pay the way you already do: M-Pesa and other mobile money, debit or credit card, or cash — with prices shown in Kenyan Shillings (KES) and a digital BuuQ receipt on every booking.
How do I pay on BuuQ?
You can pay by M-Pesa (and other mobile money), debit or credit card, or cash. Providers may require a deposit or full prepayment for some services, and every paid booking gets a digital BuuQ receipt.
How do I become a provider on BuuQ?
Sign up in the app and complete the "Earn with BuuQ" flow — choose whether you are an independent technician or a parlour, verify your identity, and start accepting bookings.
Are providers verified?
Yes. Providers complete dual-channel identity verification (phone and email) plus document review before their profile appears in consumer search.
Wanna Glow? Just BuuQ It.
Download BuuQ and start booking beauty services instantly — discover, book and glow with beauty pros across Africa.