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Manicure FAQs
It greatly depends on the type of manicure you go for. Some nail technicians suggest having a manicure once a week, however Shellac, dip powder, acrylic, and gel manicures can last a lot longer. You can leave 2-3 weeks before getting your gel or Shellac manicures filled or redone; wait 3-6 weeks between dip powder manicures; and leave 6-8 weeks before having your acrylic nail manicure redone. If in doubt, ask your technician.
There are a number of different kinds of manicures available including basic (nail polish), gel, Shellac, acrylic, dip powder, French, reverse French, American, Russian, paraffin, and hot stone
It depends on the type of polish used: traditional nail polish lasts about a week, acrylic nails should last between 6-8 weeks and will need a fill every 2-3 weeks to cover regrowth. Shellac and gel nails last for 2-3 weeks.
Manicurists tend to begin a manicure by soaking your hands in warm water to soften the skin and nails. They then file, buff, and clean the cuticle, massage your hands with a moisturising cream, and apply a base coat of polish, before finishing with a layer of colour, top coat, and cuticle oil. Standard nail polish is left to dry naturally; shellac and gel polishes are cured under a UV lamp; acrylic nails cure in the natural air.
Yes, absolutely. In fact, it’s common, particularly for those using regular nail polish or gel. If you’d like to give it a try, there are various different kits and pieces of equipment available to buy, but we always recommend having a manicure done by a professional to ensure you get the results you want.
Many nail technicians recommend once-weekly manicures to ensure your nails always look good and that your nail polish remains chip-free. However, you can get away with having manicures less often – ask your technician for their specific advice as the frequency can vary according to the nail polish used.
Nail technicians tend to start a manicure with a warm water hand soak, which soften the skin and nails. They then file, buff, and clean the cuticle, massage your hands with a moisturising cream, and apply a base coat of polish, before finishing with a layer of colour, top coat, and cuticle oil. Standard nail polish is left to dry naturally; shellac and gel polishes are cured under a UV lamp; acrylic nails cure in the natural air.
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Call off the search. There's no need to travel far away to feel like you're on holiday from the day to day. Because with Fresha, you can discover the best nails appointment in Gaborone. You've landed in the right place to find the perfect booking for you. And it gets better. Businesses in the area have an excellent average rating of 4.0 stars. Check out the great reviews on the best nail salons nearby to find out what all the buzz is about. So book in for a local treatment. Sounds like just the ticket.
A fresh manicure is one of the best mood boosters. Neat and clean nails with picture-perfect polish done by a professional.
Whatever you get up to during the day, your new shiny nails can be there to pick you up. From classic reds and nudes to wild lilac, greens and blues. Pick the palette that gives you a boost. Fresha has nail specialists at the ready for you. Manicure appointments in Gaborone cost around BWP 198 on average, and you can be in and out of the salon within 2 hours 30 minutes.
So if you're overdue on your next nails appointment, why waste another minute? It’s high time you scheduled your fix. 1 billion customers already have. And right now, 120,000 global business partners are waiting to take your booking, by using Fresha's free online booking system. If you've found a hidden gem you think should be here too, let us know at hello@fresha.com, whether it’s a favourite local spot in Gaborone, Botswana, or a must-visit shop in a far-flung land. We'll keep you feeling fine, wherever you are in the world.
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