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Do gel nails cost more than a regular manicure in Chennai?
Yes. In Chennai, our manicures start at ₹1,000 and a gel polish manicure is ₹1,700. Here is what the extra buys and how to pick between them.
Yes. At Based Aesthetics in Kilpauk, a regular manicure starts at ₹1,000 and a gel polish manicure is ₹1,700, because the gel version adds long-wear colour that lasts about 3 weeks.
Whether that extra is worth it depends on what you want from the appointment.
What people mean by "gel nails"
When someone in Chennai searches "gel nails", they can mean three different services. The price depends on which one you are asking about.
- Gel polish, ₹1,000. Long-wear gel colour on your own nails.
- Gel polish manicure, ₹1,700. A manicure and gel colour together.
- Gel extensions, from ₹2,200. Added length, both hands, colour included. Sets last about 3 weeks.
A regular manicure starts at ₹1,000. It is care for your hands and nails, and here cuticles are pushed, never cut.
So "gel nails" can cost the same as a manicure, a little more, or quite a bit more. If you are comparing quotes across salons, check which of these each one is pricing.
What the extra pays for
The main thing you are paying for with gel is time. Long-wear gel lasts about 3 weeks, so one appointment covers about 3 weeks of colour.
There is also a cost at the end. Gel polish removal is ₹400, and removing an extension set is ₹700. It is worth adding that to your sums before you choose, so the price you plan for is the real one.
A simple way to decide:
- One event, short notice. A regular manicure from ₹1,000 keeps nails tidy without a commitment.
- Colour you can forget about. A gel polish manicure at ₹1,700 covers about 3 weeks.
- Length or shape you do not have. Gel extensions from ₹2,200, with refills from ₹1,500.
We go through gel polish on its own in more detail in gel polish or gel manicure in Chennai, and the full manicure and pedicure menu in how much is a manicure and pedicure in Chennai.
Adding design on top
Art is priced separately as an add-on. On gel polish, French tips are ₹300, simple art ₹250, minimal art ₹500, glitter ₹500, and chrome or cat eye ₹600. If you want French on its own, French gel polish is ₹1,300. More styles are in nail art in Chennai.
What does not change with the price
Hygiene is the same for a ₹1,000 manicure and a full gel set. Every reusable metal tool is sterilised in a Class-B autoclave at 134°C, sealed in a pouch with an indicator strip, and opened in front of you. Files and buffers are single-use and go home with you.
If your nails are not at their best
If your nails are weak, sore or changing in a way that worries you, see a doctor first. A salon comes second. For a cosmetic check, you can try the free nail scan or book a free 30–40 min nail assessment in the studio before deciding on gel.
We are at 11/5 Sundar Lal Nahata Avenue, Kilpauk, open daily 11–8 with parking on site. Women and men are welcome. Every service and time is on the full price list, or message us on WhatsApp at +91 98848 96963.
PriceManicure from ₹1,000 · Gel polish ₹1,000 · Gel polish manicure ₹1,700 · Gel extensions from ₹2,200 · Gel polish removal ₹400
Questions people also ask
Is a gel manicure worth the extra over a regular one?
It depends on how long you want the colour to stay. Long-wear gel lasts about 3 weeks, so it suits people who would rather not think about their nails between visits.
Are gel nails and gel extensions the same price?
No, gel polish is ₹1,000 and a gel polish manicure is ₹1,700. Gel extensions start from ₹2,200 for both hands, with colour included.
Is hygiene different for a gel manicure and a regular one?
No, the same standard applies to every booking. Reusable metal tools are sterilised in a Class-B autoclave at 134°C, and files and buffers are single-use and go home with you.
Written by Based Aesthetics, Kilpauk. If something on your nails worries you, a doctor comes first, a salon second.