Studio note 037
Why the manicure starts at the cuticle.
Gel lasts because of the prep beneath it. We push back gently, trim only lifted skin, and clean the plate so the base coat grips without a harsh file.
See the hygiene standard →Nail journal
The studio, at fingertip height.
Dry winter cuticles, excellent glitters, patient infills, and the occasional chrome experiment—notes from the table downtown.
Shade note
The autumn shade edit
On short nails, deep berry and soft mocha look polished all season. Our builder gel clients try them first.
Aftercare
The two-drop oil habit
Two drops of cuticle oil each evening, rubbed in for ten seconds. Keep it simple, keep it by the bed, and your gel will lift far less.
Studio manners
Length is earned slowly
New builder gel clients start short with extra support. Length is never rushed; we let healthy growth decide it.
Your client record
Specific enough to repeat your favourite set.
Shape and length, shades and gel brand, cure times, any sensitivity, repairs, aftercare given, anything unusual, and a photo that looks like your hands—not an advertisement.