Introduction:
Getting your nails done can be a form of self-care and self-expression. With a variety of options available, you can choose the perfect style to fit your mood and interests. However, the cost of getting your nails done by a professional can vary greatly. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to help you understand the cost breakdown of nail services and how much it costs to get your nails done in each state.
Cost breakdown by nail service type:
There are many types of professional manicures that vary in cost, from a basic color coat to a full set of acrylics with intricate designs. The cost of a nail service depends on various factors such as the service provided, location, nail artist’s experience, and how much you tip your nail artist.
Here is a breakdown of the cost of popular nail services:
- Standard manicure: $20-$40
- Standard pedicure: $25-$40
- Design add-on: +$10
- Acrylics (full set): $25-$120
- Acrylics (fills): $15-$20
- Dip powder: $35-$50
- French: +$5-$15
- Gel (full set): $25-$65
- Gel (fills): $15-$20
- Stone pedicure: $45-$50
- Paraffin treatment: +$40
Understanding the details of each nail service:
To help you decide which nail service is best for you, it’s important to understand the details of each service. For example, a standard manicure typically includes cuticle trimming, filing, a color coat, and a topcoat. On the other hand, a gel (full set) manicure involves a glossier and sturdier finish due to the combination of a gel-based polish and an LED light.
Here’s a breakdown of each nail service:
- Standard manicure: cuticle trim, filing, a color coat, and a topcoat.
- Standard pedicure: foot soak, removal of dead skin, and nail trimming, with the same nail polish as a standard manicure (color coat and topcoat).
- Design add-ons: an additional cost added on top of the chosen service, like a standard manicure, gel, or acrylic.
- Acrylic nails (full set): a combination of nail extensions and forming paste made with powder and liquid that hardens together to create an artificial nail shape and length.
- Acrylic fills: Apply the hardening paste on the base of the nail bed to hide the regrowth from a previous acrylic full set.
- Dip powder: a long-lasting color option where the nail is dipped into a colored powder and sealed with a topcoat.
- French manicure or pedicure: a popular addition to standard, acrylic, and gel services, where the tip of the nail is painted white and the rest of the nail is a nude or sheer pink.
- Gel (full set) manicure: a glossier, sturdier, and no-chip result due to the combination of a gel-based polish and an LED light. You can also get gel extensions for an additional cost.
- Gel fill: Apply the gel-based polish to regrowth near the base of the nail bed to increase the longevity of a previous gel manicure.
- Stone pedicure: a luxury massage treatment where the technician rubs hot stones along the calf
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