Polish Change & Removal in Nanaimo
Quick nail services in Nanaimo for when you just need a change: a gel or regular polish change on hands or feet, a careful soak-off removal of gel polish or extensions that protects your natural nail, a single-finger fix when one breaks, or a paraffin treatment added on for dry hands. No full manicure needed.
Removal is where nails get damaged in a hurry, so we never pry or peel. Gel polish is filed back, wrapped and soaked until it lifts on its own; Gel-X, acrylic and hard gel are thinned down first so the soak is short and your natural nail stays intact. A polish change buffs the surface, tidies the edges and applies fresh colour, in and out in under an hour.
Good to know: tell us if you are removing gel or extensions before a new set, so we can book enough time to do both in one visit.
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How much does gel polish removal cost in Nanaimo?
Gel polish removal is $20 and takes about 20 minutes on hands or feet. Taking off Gel-X, acrylic or hard gel extensions is $30. Both are soak-off removals, not scraping.
Can I remove old gel and get a new set in the same visit?
Yes. Say so when you book and we set aside time for both. A removal before a new set or manicure is the most common way guests use this page.
Does removing Gel-X or acrylic damage natural nails?
Not when it is done patiently. We thin the product down, soak it until it releases and gently push it away. If your nails feel thin afterwards, a regular polish change or a few weeks of plain manicures lets them recover.
What is a polish change?
Fresh colour without the full manicure: the old polish comes off, nails are lightly buffed and shaped, then regular ($25) or gel ($45) polish goes on. Pick a manicure instead if you also want cuticle work and a hand massage.