Elegant nude Russian gel manicure at M.STUDIO in Midtown Manhattan

Midtown Manhattan · 34 W 37th St

Gel Manicure & Gel Polish in NYC

Russian dry prep, one color from $90. Typical wear: 3 to 5 weeks.

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Waterless prepNails are not soaked before gel
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From $90One color or base cover
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3 to 5 weeksTypical wear with normal use
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Sterilized tools4 stages, opened at your table

The appointment

Watch a Russian gel manicure

Prep, gel, and finish in one visit. Typical wear is 3 to 5 weeks.

  1. PrepDry cuticle work and shaping.
  2. GelBase or hard gel, then color.
  3. FinishTop coat and edge check.
Precision e-file preparation during a Russian manicure

Dry Russian prep

Dry Russian prep so gel lasts 3 to 5 weeks

Nails are not soaked. An e-file cleans the cuticle and sidewalls. Gel sits closer to the cuticle line, so grow-out stays even.

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    Dry e-fileCuticle and sidewalls, no water soak.
  2. 02
    ShapeLength and shape matched to your nails.
  3. 03
    ColorGel placed close to the prepared cuticle line.
  4. 04
    CheckSurface and edges checked before you leave.

Prices

Russian gel manicure, from $90

The technician confirms add-ons before starting.

Service Duration Price
Russian gel manicure · one color 2 hr $90–$110
Russian gel manicure · base cover 1 hr 30 min $90–$110
First-time hard gel manicure 2 hr From $109 + tax
SPEEDY Russian manicure 1 hr 30 min Standard + $10

Removal from another salon, repairs, hard gel, nail art, and tax can change the total. Exact price is shown at booking.

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Hygiene

Tools go through 4 sterilization stages

Metal tools are cleaned, disinfected, sterilized, and sealed in a kraft pouch. The pouch is opened at your appointment. The station is reset between guests.

Single-use items are discarded after the service.

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Work

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Questions

Gel manicure: price, wear, and booking

What is a gel manicure and how is it different from regular polish?

Gel polish is cured under a UV/LED lamp. Regular polish air-dries. At M.STUDIO a gel manicure typically lasts 3 to 5 weeks.

Is gel polish the same as shellac or gel nails?

People use gel polish, gel nails, and Shellac for the same service: color on natural nails, cured under a lamp. Every gel service here starts with dry Russian prep.

What is a Russian manicure?

A Russian manicure is done dry. The technician uses an e-file on the cuticle and sidewalls. Nails are not soaked before gel.

How long does a gel manicure last?

Typical wear is 3 to 5 weeks. Time depends on your nails, daily use, and aftercare.

How much does a gel manicure cost at M.STUDIO?

One color or base cover is $90–$110. Removal, repairs, nail art, and tax can change the total. The technician confirms the price before starting.

How do I book?

Book online or call +1 (929) 507-4060. Open Monday–Sunday, 10 AM–8 PM, at 34 W 37th St, Midtown Manhattan.

34 W 37th St · Midtown Manhattan

Book a gel manicure at 34 W 37th St

Online booking or call. Open Monday–Sunday, 10 AM–8 PM.

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