Different Types of Manicure Services

Manicures have quickly become a key beauty trend. Not only can they give women the chance to experiment with trendy colors or nail designs without making permanent commitments, but the variety of options can make choosing one hard.

An appropriate manicure can express much about you and your style; here are five types to keep in mind!

Basic Manicure

At first glance, nail salon menus can seem bewilderingly complicated; with so many types of manicure treatments and their associated duration. But there’s no need to panic; each service is carefully explained to give an accurate sense of what will be offered during each appointment.

At a basic manicure, a nail technician trims, cleans and buffs your nails, pushes back cuticles and applies a base coat before finishing up by adding two coats of polish of your choosing.

This classic and timeless manicure style can provide the perfect solution for those seeking something simple that can be updated frequently, though it can chip quickly. Abramcyk suggests removing it after seven days using cotton pads saturated in non-acetone polish remover, though this type of manicure could last up to four weeks before needing maintenance.

Gel Manicure

Gel manicures are like regular polish manicures, except that their colors are set under UV light for extended wearability. Kandalec states that “manicures using gel are the ideal solution for people who wish to keep their nails polished”.

As noted by a 2018 study, UV light used for curing gel nail polish can be damaging and lead to the nails becoming brittle or splitting. Even when using 100% acetone as directed to remove your manicure, there may still be damages on your nails despite proper removal – using cuticle oil regularly may help avoid this happening.

Nail extensions are created using builder gel sculpted by a professional technician and adhered to natural nails, according to Idehen. While this may be an attractive solution for anyone seeking extra length, remember that improper manicure techniques or picking at the gel could damage them; thus this service might not be right for everyone.

Spa Manicure

Spa manicures typically provide a much more relaxing experience than ones provided at nail salons, since spas generally strive to create an atmosphere of tranquility for their guests.

Spa manicures typically include extra treatments beyond just filing and polishing your nails, such as paraffin wax dips, salt scrubs, hot towel wraps, hydrating masks or other skin-soothing hand treatments. While these services may increase the overall timeframe and cost associated with your manicure experience, these may add valuable skin-nourishing treatments that add both time and cost-efficiency.

Although some may view these additional treatments as unnecessary, the truth is they help your nails look healthier while significantly reducing stress levels; especially if you regularly use your hands for work or play. They can also make them stronger and longer.

French Manicure

French manicures, composed of light pink or nude nails with white tips, have long been considered timeless classics. While their popularity peaked in the ’90s and early ’00s, this timeless trend is making its return.

Style options to personalize it: paint neon tips on or add contrast with dark nude stripes to add visual interest and visual contrast.

Your manicure selection should reflect both your lifestyle and personality, while taking cost, length, and shape into account. For instance, you might opt for a gel manicure if your natural nails are short to medium length as this type of treatment won’t chip as easily than regular polish manicures; otherwise consider using Shellac manicure instead if you want glossy and strong nails.