Gel polish nails in Reservoir
Gel polish is colour on your natural nails — no extensions, and no extra length added. Patty preps and shapes your nails, tidies the cuticles, then applies one gel colour and a top coat. Choose from over 150 gel colours.
At Halo Nails it's just you and Patty in her private studio, so there's time to get the colour and finish right.
If you'd like stronger nails or more length, see builder gel or nail extensions.
Choose your gel polish service
Pick the option that suits your nails right now.
Gel Polish
$50 · 50 min
Gel colour on your natural nails only (no extensions). Includes nail prep, shaping, cuticle tidy, one gel colour, and top coat. Book this if your nails are natural and you want colour that lasts.
Gel Polish + Manicure
$60 · 60 min
Same as gel polish, with extra time on cuticles and hand care before the gel colour. Natural nails only. Book this if you want a fuller tidy-up as well as gel colour.
Extras: French tips +$15 · 20 min · Chrome +$15 · 10 min · Cat eye +$20 · 20 min · Nail art from +$15 · 20 min · Existing product removal +$10 · 10 min. Add them when you book. Prices are a guide, and Patty confirms any change before she starts. More detailed nail art may cost more and take a little longer.
Who it suits
Gel polish is a good choice if you want colour on your own nails and you are happy with your natural length.
• Book Gel Polish for colour, a tidy shape and a cuticle tidy.
• Book Gel Polish + Manicure if you'd also like extra time on your cuticles and hands.
• If your nails need more strength or shape, but not extra length, choose a builder gel overlay.
• If you'd like more length, see nail extensions.
Your appointment
Before you come: Bring or send photos of any colours or designs you like.
With Patty: Patty checks your nails and talks through colour and finish, then takes her time with the prep and gel. You pay at the end.
Afterwards: Try not to pick or peel at the edges. If anything lifts or chips, text Patty a photo as soon as you can.
Clean, calm and private
Halo Nails is a council-registered home studio, and you'll have Patty's full attention, one-on-one.
• Reusable metal tools are cleaned and heat-sterilised between clients and opened from a sealed pouch in front of you
• Files, buffers and cuticle cutters are fresh for every client
• The station is cleaned before you sit down
• We use high-quality professional nail products
What clients say
Rated 4.9 on Google
Gel polish questions
Gel polish is colour on your natural nails. Builder gel also adds strength and shape, and can go on natural nails or with extensions. If you'd like stronger nails or more length, choose builder gel.
Both are for natural nails only, with no extensions. Gel polish includes prep, shaping, a cuticle tidy, one colour and top coat. Gel polish + manicure is the same, with extra time on your cuticles and hands. If you're not sure, text Patty a photo of your nails on 0426 652 818.
With a little care, your gel polish should last until your next appointment, usually around 2–3 weeks, and up to 4 weeks when it's cared for properly. How long it lasts also depends on things like how fast your nails grow, how much your hands are in water, cleaning products or hand sanitiser, and your nails' natural condition. Adding a manicure gives me a clean, neat base to work on, which helps the colour sit nicely and look fresh for longer.
To get the most out of your set, wear gloves for dishes and cleaning, use cuticle oil every day, and try not to use your nails as tools. If anything lifts or chips, please don't pick or peel it, because that can damage your natural nail. Just message me and I'll take a look.
Gel polish is for natural nails only. If you already have product on that needs to come off, add Existing product removal when you book so there's time for it (it adds 10 minutes). Let Patty know when you book, and send a photo if you're not sure what's on your nails. If you'd like to keep a builder gel or extension set, book a refill on the builder gel or nail extensions page instead. Patty can also remove or refill nails done at another salon. She'll check them first and tell you if a fresh set would give a better result.
Yes. French tips, chrome, cat-eye and nail art are add-ons. Add them when you book. Nail art starts at +$15 and 20 minutes; the final price depends on the time and detail. Send Patty a photo if you'd like a guide before you book.
Text Patty a photo of your nails and what you'd like on 0426 652 818, and she'll help you pick before you book.
Ready for a new colour?
Halo Nails is at 37 Rubicon Street, Reservoir, in the Oakhill Estate. Open 7 days, by appointment. Free street parking out the front, or use the driveway if there's a space. A card holds your booking but isn't charged. Change or cancel free up to 24 hours before.
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Questions? Call or text Patty on 0426 652 818.