Built, Not Rushed
Length, shape and apex planned before the file touches your nail, whether that's acrylic, Gel-X, Polygel or builder gel.
A Kingston salon for acrylic, Gel-X, Polygel and builder gel. Sculpted by hand, one client at a time.
A small, quiet salon on Red Hills Road, working in acrylic, Gel-X, Polygel and builder gel, with manicures and pedicures kept on the menu the old way.
Every set is planned before the file touches your nail: length, shape, apex, curve. Bring a reference or bring nothing at all and we'll shape it with you at consultation, then build it properly. One client in the chair at a time, and the price you're quoted is the price you pay.
Book your appointmentLive pricing straight from our booking system. Filter by what you're after, then reserve your chair.
One appointment, cleared for you. Consultation, a custom set, and a finished pair of hands you can hold up to any camera in the room.
Prices in Jamaican dollars and may vary with design complexity. Final quote is confirmed at consultation. Items marked from start at the price shown.
A look at what leaves the chair.
Length, shape and apex planned before the file touches your nail, whether that's acrylic, Gel-X, Polygel or builder gel.
Built to keep their shape and gloss for the full cycle. Most clients return for fills at two to three weeks, not repairs.
A short menu held to one standard, so the set you leave with is the set you were promised.
No stacked bookings. The chair you sit in is yours for the whole appointment, with no pressure at the file.
Every price is on the menu and confirmed at consultation. The number you agree to is the number you pay.
Straight from our Google Business page. Every quote below is a real 5-star review from a real client.
Great experience! Staff is pleasant and welcoming. Service was done exactly how I wanted.Tiffany M. · Google review
I had a really great experience at The Nail Guru JA. The service was excellent from start to finish, and the staff paid so much attention to detail. My nails came out clean, neat, and exactly how I wanted them.Kimani Jones · Google review
This was an experience! Customer service was top tier and I even got a complementary glass of wine. My toes were well done and I don't regret coming here. Will definitely be back.Abigail Johnson · Google review
I loved my nails so much the first time that I just had to come back! From the moment you walk in, you're treated with such care and professionalism. The attention to detail is incredible, and my nails always come out absolutely beautiful.Shan Reid · Google review
Was a very relaxing environment. Great service, thoroughly enjoyed it, and my nail tech was meticulous in making sure my design was perfect.Jola Smith · Google review
Had a lovely experience. The environment and staff were very warm and welcoming. This was my first time here but I will definitely be back!Gabby · Google review
Honestly love this new spot! The place is super clean, smells amazing, and just feels really cozy. Plus, the staff was so sweet and the whole service was really smooth and quick. 10/10 recommend checking them out!Sianna · Google review
Excellent service! Very neat, and the skill displayed in the creativity of doing my nails was very impressive. The atmosphere was very comfortable. I also did a pedicure. Definitely recommend.Shanna Whyte · Google review
The questions clients text before their first appointment.
You can book online Tuesday through Friday. Saturdays are strictly walk-ins only, so no booking needed, just come in. Sundays are appointment only, so please call or WhatsApp ahead, and we're closed on Mondays. For anything else, message us on Instagram or WhatsApp with the service and a couple of dates that suit you and we'll lock in a time.
Message us on Instagram ↗Yes. Walk-ins are welcomed Tuesday through Saturday, availability permitting, and Saturdays are walk-ins only. Sundays are appointment only, so please call or WhatsApp ahead, and we're closed on Mondays. For anything longer than a manicure or pedicure (extensions, art briefs, the Prestige Birthday Experience) book ahead Tuesday to Friday so the chair can be blocked off.
Acrylic is fully sculpted. It has the strongest hold and is best for long length and heavy art.
Gel-X uses pre-formed soft-gel tips fitted to your nail and cured; lighter, faster, gentler on removal.
Polygel sits between the two, with the durability of acrylic and the flex of gel. Ideal if your naturals are thin.
If you're unsure, mention it at booking and the studio will steer you at consultation.
A regular manicure runs about 45 minutes, a pedicure closer to an hour. A full extension set (acrylic, Gel-X or Polygel) typically runs 2 to 3 hours depending on length and art. The Prestige Birthday Experience is booked with its own dedicated block.
Every 2 to 3 weeks for extension systems keeps the set looking factory-fresh. 3 to 4 weeks is the outer limit before you'll notice regrowth at the cuticle. Manicures and pedicures are typically re-booked every 2 to 4 weeks depending on the finish.
Message us as early as you can so the chair can be offered to another client. Same-day cancellations may attract a policy fee. Our full house rules are on the policies page.
Read our policies →Full payment is required before your service begins. We accept Jamaican debit cards, Jamaican cash and Scotia transfers. International cards and foreign currencies are not accepted at this time.
For bank transfer to Scotiabank:
Shop 13, 6-8 Red Hills Road, Kingston. There's a map at the bottom of this page with directions.
Open the map ↓Cancellations, new sets and quiet studio news. One email a month. Never spam, never sold.
One email a month · Unsubscribe any time