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@BRENDAMNAILSSLLC

@BRENDAMNAILSSLLC

Studio in Chicago, IL

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Gel work is the focus, and Gel Overlays are the most popular service.

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Gel work is the focus, and Gel Overlays are the most popular service.

Gel X is a full-coverage soft gel extension offered in a range of shapes and lengths. The tips come pre-shaped and are refined after application to fit each client's fingers. Hard Gel Extensions use a half tip with hard gel, applied in the same way as acrylic nails. Dual Forms create extensions without tips, using plastic molds and hard gel that is removed after curing, for a thin, natural look. Soft gel is used only on short nails, and hard gel is used for medium to long lengths.

Gel Overlays add gel layers to natural nails for structure and a smooth base for polish. The material, whether soft gel, hard gel or BIAB, is chosen based on the client's nails and lifestyle. The Gel Pedicure covers removing old polish, cuticle cleaning, nail cutting and filing, gel polish, callus removal with an e-file, and a scrub and foot mask. Pedicures are also available without gel polish or with added Gel X length. Nail art is grouped into Minimal, Deluxe and Deluxe PLUS tiers, each with a set range of designs.

Appointments are typically booked three weeks to a month ahead, with squeeze-ins offered when time is available. Clients should remove old polish or enhancements from another salon before the visit. Manicures and pedicures typically last about a month, depending on aftercare. Rescheduling is possible up to 24 hours before the booked time through the confirmation email. Accepted payments include cash, Zelle, debit or credit cards (a 2.9% plus $0.30 fee applies), Cash App, Apple Pay and PayPal. Services are offered to clients 14 and older. Children are not allowed in the salon, and one extra guest over 14 may come along. There is a 10-minute grace period, after which the remaining balance is charged and the appointment is cancelled. Gift certificates are emailed to the recipient with a code that can be applied at booking.

Gel-focused services in which the material is matched to each client's nails and how they wear them, with a focus on building long-term client relationships.

Services

Final prices may vary.

Designs grouped into Minimal, Deluxe and Deluxe PLUS tiers, from simple French tips, ombre and marble work up to detailed drawn art, figures, encapsulation and mixed techniques.

  • Deluxe Nail Art Price at booking
  • Deluxe PLUS Nail Art Price at booking
  • Minimal Nail Art Price at booking

Extension and overlay services, including Gel X, Hard Gel Extensions, Dual Forms and Gel Overlays, with the material chosen to suit the client's nails.

  • Dual Forms Price at booking
  • Gel Overlay Price at booking
  • Gel X Price at booking
  • Hard Gel Extensions Price at booking

Gel Pedicure with polish removal, cuticle care, filing, callus removal and a scrub and foot mask, plus options without gel polish or with added Gel X length.

  • Gel Pedicure Price at booking

Photos

  • Gel X extensions in a stiletto shape with a sheer tip
  • Short squoval nails in a soft milky gel overlay
  • Client's feet with white gel pedicure on a pink towel
  • Before and after of hard gel extensions in almond shape
  • Long almond-shaped nails in a sheer pink gel finish

Meet the team

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Highlights
  • Gel X full-coverage soft gel extensions, pre-shaped and refined to fit each client
  • Three-tier nail art menu: Minimal, Deluxe and Deluxe PLUS
  • Dual Forms: tipless molded extensions for a thin, natural look
  • Gel Pedicure with e-file callus removal and a scrub and foot mask
  • 1:1 Gel X training listed at $400 and 1:1 Gel Overlay training listed at $300
  • Gift certificates emailed with a code for booking
Good for
  • Gel extensions
  • Gel overlays
  • Nail art
  • Gel pedicures
  • Clients seeking ongoing nail care with one technician
  • Students interested in 1:1 gel training
Treats
  • Nail extensions
  • Added nail structure
  • Nail art
  • Pedicure care
  • Gel polish wear
Techniques
  • Soft gel
  • Hard gel
  • BIAB
  • Gel X
  • Dual Forms
  • Half-tip hard gel extensions
  • E-file callus removal
  • French tips
  • Ombre
  • Chrome

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