The Best Russian Manicure in NYC

Why It’s the Only Manicure You Should Be Getting Now.

There’s a quiet revolution happening in the beauty world — and it’s happening at your fingertips.

For years, clients have been settling for basic gel manicures, rushed prep, overgrown cuticles, and nails that chip or lift within a week. But if you’ve ever looked at someone’s hands and thought, how are their nails so perfect?, chances are… they’ve discovered the secret: the Russian Manicure.

As a salon owner and master in E-file manicure with over a decade of experience, I can confidently say:
This is the manicure that changed everything.

What Is a Russian Manicure — and Why Should You Care?

Let’s do some girl math, shall we?

You’re paying $45–$50 every two weeks for a regular gel manicure that starts lifting by day 9, chips by day 12, and by day 14... you’re texting your nail girl like it’s an emergency.

That’s $100 a month — for basic results, rushed cuticle work, and crossed fingers.

OR… you could just get one Russian Manicure for $90–$100 that lasts 4–6 weeks, looks flawless the entire time, and has your nails giving rich girl energy even on a Monday morning.

Yeah. Girl math says:

"1 Russian Mani = 2 regular ones = smarter, sexier, and stress-free nails."

cuticle cleaning

Unlike traditional gel manicures, which often involve soaking, minimal prep, and quick polish application, the Russian Manicure is an e-file-based dry technique that focuses on extremely precise cuticle work. We lift and remove dead skin gently with specialized bits, allowing us to apply the gel perfectly under the cuticle — creating that signature "flushed," freshly done look that lasts for weeks.

“This isn’t just about beauty. It’s about craftsmanship. About clean, healthy nails that grow stronger over time.”

Nail Service Breakdown: What You’re Getting vs. What You Could Have

Who’s Doing It? Literally Everyone Who Cares About Their Hands

If you've been scrolling through TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve likely noticed one thing: nails that look impossibly clean, flawlessly shaped, and somehow still fresh three weeks later. That’s not magic — that’s a Russian manicure.

✨ Hailey Bieber’s iconic “glazed donut” look? Achieved with meticulous dry prep and cuticle perfection.
✨ Zendaya’s red carpet nails that survive fashion weeks, premieres, and international press tours? E-file technique, always.
✨ Kylie Jenner and Rosalía? They’ve left behind the bulky acrylics and rushed gel jobs for sleek, sculpted, gel-based masterpieces.

This isn’t just about aesthetic choices. For celebrities and content creators, these are career-proof beauty decisions.

When your hands are in the spotlight — holding luxury bags, clinking glasses in branded collabs, or waving on a red carpet — every detail matters. There’s no room for chipped polish, thick cuticles, or a broken nail mid-campaign.

This isn’t just a passing trend.
It’s the new standard in luxury nail care.

At Nail Fairy Beauty Studio, we specialize in the very technique that’s become the go-to for celebrities, creatives, and professionals who expect more from their manicure. Our artists are internationally trained, detail-obsessed, and committed to helping your nails look as flawless on day 25 as they did on day one.

If you're ready to experience what a manicure should feel like — elevated, effortless, and built to last — we’d love to welcome you into our chair.

📍 Located in NYC (Brooklyn and Manhattan)
💅 Booking available at nailfairy.art

Because when your nails look this good, everything else follows.