What is Shellac?

We offer Shellac as part of a range of manicure and pedicure packages: choose from Express, Signature, or Luxury - or if you're really pushed for time, a simple file and polish with Shellac can easily be slotted into your lunch break.

What happens during a Signature Manicure Treatment with Shellac?

A Signature manicure begins with an application of nourishing oil and cuticle cream, followed by an exfoliator, which is worked into the hands and lower arms to slough away any dead cells and leave your skin feeling smoother, softer and fresher.
After soaking the nails for several minutes, your beauty therapist will get to work trimming your cuticles and filing your nails, before a gorgeously thick and deliciously scented moisturising cream is worked into your hands and arms in a soothing massage.

It's then time for the Shellac application

The base coat is applied using much the same technique as you would apply everyday polish; brushed on each finger from the base of the nail to the tip. Each hand is then placed under a UV lamp for just 10 seconds to set.

What colours are available?

The choice of colours ranges from pale shell pink to bright corals and dark plums, and a French finish is also available. The colour which is applied in two coats, each of which is set under the UV lamp for two minutes, before a final top coat is applied, again taking just 2 minutes to set.
Once your nails emerge from the UV lamp, they will be completely dry so there's no risk of spoiling the finish by denting, smudging or marking the polish when you slip your jacket on or rummage in your handbag afterwards.

Removing Shellac

When the time comes to remove the Shellac, we will soak your nails in acetone pads for just 5-10 minutes, another reason why Shellac is perfect for today's busy lifestyle.

Do's and don't's

Shellac gives your nails a hard wearing coating which really helps to protect your nails from everyday wear. To get the best out of your Shellac, please remember to use your nails as 'jewels not tools' as they are not infallible and always wear gloves when using chemicals such as cleaning products.

Removal of Shellac from fingers or toes

Re varnish with Shellac

File & Polish with Shellac

Express Manicure with Shellac

Signature Manicure with Shellac

Express Pedicure with Shellac

Signature Pedicure with Shellac

Luxury Signature Manicure with Shellac

Luxury Signature Pedicure with Shellac