Best Gel Nails in Wellington
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Top reviews of Gel Nails in Wellington
4.9
Average of 1,239 reviews of 9 venues.
Absolutely lovely to meet and chat with you Kirstie and thank you for all your advice about my nails. Look forward to using the products and eventually getting gel on my nails!
Jenny N.
12 Apr 2022
Nails By Kirstie
5.0
117 reviews
1 Anaheim Place, Wellington Churton Park, 6037
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I got my nails done here today and I must say I am very very pleased. I came in having no idea what I wanted to get. I changed my mind a billion times and left feeling really happy. The staff are amazing, they were very patient with me and they're just genuinely lovely people. I highly recommend Wellington Glamour🥰❤️
monisha s.
19 Apr 2023
Wellington Glamour
4.9
381 reviews
100 Molesworth Street, Wellington Thorndon, 6011
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Excellent quality of service for hard gel nails plus extension of one ripped nail to match
vicki w.
22 Sep 2020
Rejuvenate Beauty + Medispa
5.0
248 reviews
51 Bay Road, Wellington Kilbirnie, 6022
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Such beautifully done nails! Very kind people too would definitely recommend getting your nails done here :)
Val V.
26 May 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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The best salon in Wellington , I always recommend them! 🤍
Madeline H.
27 Mar 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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Absolutely great. Always have a great time Kirstie. We laugh so much and leave with beautiful sets of nails. Absolutely love it! ❤️
Audrey K.
17 May 2023
Nails By Kirstie
5.0
117 reviews
1 Anaheim Place, Wellington Churton Park, 6037
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I love my nails as always a job well done to Chelsea :-) 100% recommend Wellington Glamour :-) The name speaks for itself :-)
Robyn J.
18 Nov 2021
Wellington Glamour
4.9
381 reviews
100 Molesworth Street, Wellington Thorndon, 6011
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My nails look good, but the polish look abit on the thin side after a few comments made by friends.
Deepna D.
26 May 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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Always the best service! My nails have never been better, I love being able to create fun designs with the team
Victoria W.
27 May 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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Always look forward to getting my nails done by Kirstie. Such lovely chats and I leave with the prettiest nails!
Cijina K.
2 May 2023
Nails By Kirstie
5.0
117 reviews
1 Anaheim Place, Wellington Churton Park, 6037
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Gorgeous nails as always. Love my natural looking gels, thanks Sean. :)
Paula P.
4 May 2021
Wellington Glamour
4.9
381 reviews
100 Molesworth Street, Wellington Thorndon, 6011
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Awesome as always 🫶🏻 love my autumn nails 🍁 Olivia was so professional, patient and attentive ✨, and helped me choose the right colours ☺️
Lydia C.
26 May 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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Great experience - really happy with the nails and service was awesome
Lauren S.
30 Apr 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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All ways enjoy our visits to Wellington Glamour
Alexandra Puanani T.
3 Oct 2020
Wellington Glamour
4.9
381 reviews
100 Molesworth Street, Wellington Thorndon, 6011
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Nearly 2 years of getting my nails done at Kirstie's and they look amazing every time! Thank you for your fabulous service 😊
Cijina K.
4 Mar 2023
Nails By Kirstie
5.0
117 reviews
1 Anaheim Place, Wellington Churton Park, 6037
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Amazing service always coming back because you do such a great job on my nails everytime 🤍
Eleanor M.
18 May 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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Lovely lady that did my nails, I can’t remember her name I’m so sorry
Clare L.
29 Apr 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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Love the nails and the design. I feel like they are a little bit thick at the ends is the only note
Rhian F.
8 Apr 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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Absolutely fantastic. Love my nails.
Leanne K.
10 May 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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I love visiting Wellington Glamour to have my eyebrows done and I am always so pleased with the results. The atmosphere and service is excellent I cant recommend them enough.
Isabella N.
31 Jul 2020
Wellington Glamour
4.9
381 reviews
100 Molesworth Street, Wellington Thorndon, 6011
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Absolutely amazing!! I got apres gel extensions and they look so good! Staff were all so lovely, definitely coming back :)
Zoe G.
6 Apr 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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Beautiful nails! Lovely salon, great job on both mani and pedi. Would come again
Arabella S.
10 May 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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Great service, super friendly nail technician. Love my new nails, she did a fantastic job, exactly what I asked for!
Ngadine M.
4 Apr 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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Lovely clean friendly salon, they did a beautiful job with my nails.
Serena H.
5 May 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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Great service, studio is clean presenting and super happy with my nails.
Hani P.
2 May 2023
OLIVIA NAIL LOUNGE
4.9
599 reviews
148 Willis Street, Wellington Te Aro, 6011
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Love my nails and love the ladies working here!
Laura B.
13 Mar 2023
Diamond Nails Salon
4.9
1,730 reviews
150 Lambton Quay, Wellington Wellington Central, 6011
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Brilliant service and absolutely in love with my new nails (and the colour). Couldn’t rate Kirstie more highly - super professional, clean studio, and a great chat :)
EP
Emma P.
20 May 2023
Nails By Kirstie
5.0
117 reviews
1 Anaheim Place, Wellington Churton Park, 6037
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Amazing, always happy with my nails
DC
Dharmistha C.
6 Mar 2023
Nails By Kirstie
5.0
117 reviews
1 Anaheim Place, Wellington Churton Park, 6037
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Always 10/10 perfect job :) the best nail tech in Wellington
KP
Katy P.
18 Mar 2022
Wellington Glamour
4.9
381 reviews
100 Molesworth Street, Wellington Thorndon, 6011
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Always love coming here. What makes Wellington Glamour better than other places is their use of only cruelty free products. Awesome service and expertise. Have loved my gel manicures and the hot stone massage is so relaxing!
RB
Robyn B.
29 Jan 2022
Wellington Glamour
4.9
381 reviews
100 Molesworth Street, Wellington Thorndon, 6011
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Gel Nails FAQs
Gel nails cost between $10 and $74 in Wellington.
Once you’ve had gel nails applied, they should remain chip-free for between 2-3 weeks.
Although gel manicures look beautiful, they can cause your natural nails to become brittle. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that repeated use of gel nails can increase the risk of skin cancer and the premature ageing of skin on the hands.
Gel and shellac nails both cure under UV light, but their composition is different. Gel nail polish is a lacquer made from acrylic monomers and oligomers; shellac polish is part gel, part regular nail polish, and is a patented brand by Creative Nail Design (CND). Both give a high shine and long-lasting finish.
Gel nails tend to give a more natural and glossier finish than acrylic nails; they are cured under a UV lamp and last for around 2 weeks. Acrylic nails are stronger than gels and start to cure as soon as they’re exposed to air; they generally last for 6-8 weeks but will need fills after 2 weeks to hide regrowth. Both can be used to lengthen nails and both can damage your natural nails.
Once every 2 weeks. Gel nails cure (harden) in UV light; this means they continue to cure in natural sunlight. The longer you keep your polish on, the longer it cures and the harder it is to remove. To reduce the risk of stripping and damaging your nails, it’s recommended that you book in with an experienced nail technician to remove and redo your gel nail polish every 2 weeks.
Book your next gel nails appointment in Wellington with Fresha
With Fresha, there's no need to skip the self-care when life gets busy. We've created a web app that fits treatments around your schedule. You simply search around Wellington, choose a nail salon and pick your appointment. With secure online payments and appointment confirmations sent straight to your phone, it's almost too convenient to be true. So there's no missing out on some well-deserved time for yourself anymore.
We know that all sounds pretty appealing. And there’s even more to whet your appetite. In Wellington, Fresha has a whole catalogue of excellent nail salons, with top-class professionals and specialists. In your area, there are over 5 businesses with five-star ratings. And with almost 20 nails places nearby, your treatment options are looking good. So whether you're searching in Wadestown, Kilbirnie, or further afield, there’s plenty on offer in Wellington.
Life with gel nails is a glossy affair. If you're looking for something more gentle than acrylics but with shine and strength, gel nail treatment could be an ideal enhancement for your natural nails.
The process involves curing the gel polish under a light to give long-lasting results. There are talented gel nail professionals at the ready for you on Fresha. Appointments take around 30 minutes on average, and start from $10 in Wellington. So stop by to get your hands on a mood booster.
Your calendar might be looking busy, but it’s low on me-time. So let Fresha help you get scheduled in some self-care in Wellington today. Going away? No problem. Our app is active in more than 120 countries around the world, not just in New Zealand. With more than 80,000 global business partners all using Fresha's free platform, there's always a professional standing by, no matter which continent you touch down on. And if you have any suggestions, make sure you drop us a line at hello@fresha.com. Welcome to the new way of booking wellness.
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