Service guides

Gel Manicure Long-wearing gel polish cured under UV/LED light for a chip-resistant, two-week finish. Acrylic Nails Sculpted acrylic extensions in your preferred length and shape, finished with regular or gel polish. Dip Powder A lightweight powder system that bonds to the natural nail for a durable, breathable finish. Pedicure Foot soak, exfoliation, nail shaping, cuticle care, calf massage, and polish — classic or spa upgrade. Nail Art Hand-painted accents, French tips, chrome, ombré, rhinestones, and seasonal designs.

What every salon offers

Almost every U.S. nail salon offers the core menu: classic manicures, gel manicures, classic pedicures, spa pedicures, dip powder, acrylic full sets and fills, polish changes, and a la carte nail art. The variation between salons is in the brands they stock, the techniques they specialize in, and the price points they target.

Specialty services like Russian-style manicures, Japanese gel, structured-gel overlays, BIAB (builder-in-a-bottle), 3D acrylic art, and hand-poured chrome work are usually concentrated in larger urban salons. Call ahead to confirm if you're looking for any of these specifically.

Pricing summary by region

ServiceNortheastMidwestSouthWest
Classic manicure $22–$32 $18–$28 $18–$26 $22–$34
Gel manicure $38–$55 $32–$48 $30–$45 $38–$58
Dip powder $45–$65 $38–$55 $38–$55 $45–$70
Acrylic full set $50–$80 $40–$65 $40–$65 $50–$85
Acrylic fill $30–$50 $25–$40 $25–$40 $30–$55
Classic pedicure $32–$48 $28–$42 $28–$40 $35–$52
Spa / deluxe pedicure $48–$75 $42–$65 $42–$65 $50–$85
Polish change $12–$20 $10–$18 $10–$18 $12–$22
Nail art (per nail) $3–$10 $2–$8 $2–$8 $3–$12

Pricing baselines drawn from public industry surveys (IBISWorld 2024, Nailpro, Yelp average pricing 2023–2024).