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A great gel manicure starts before you sit down. A little prep helps the gel bond properly and last the full 2–3 weeks.
Moisturiser and cuticle oil are wonderful — just not right before your appointment. Oil on the nail plate stops gel from bonding, which shortens the wear. Come with clean, oil-free nails.
If you have old gel on, don't pick it off at home — book a removal and we'll take it off safely to protect your natural nail.
Healthy, well-moisturised cuticles (in the days leading up, not the day-of) make for a neater, longer-lasting result.
If you like them shorter, you don't need to trim first — your artist will shape them. Just have an idea of the length and shape you'd like.
We gently prep the nail surface, tidy the cuticles and dehydrate the plate so the gel grips well — that's how we get you a clean finish that lasts.