Russian Manicure in St. Louis
Looking for a Russian manicure? You’re in the right place. At M & A Nails Bar we do exactly this technique — we just call it European manicure. Searching for a Russian nail salon near you? Our studio in St. Charles specializes in exactly this technique.
What is a Russian manicure?
“Russian manicure” is the popular name for a dry, combined manicure done with an electric file (e-file). Instead of soaking your hands in water, the technician works on dry nails and carefully cleans the cuticle area with fine e-file bits and precise tools. The result is a very clean, neat cuticle line and gel polish applied close to it, so your manicure looks fresh for longer.
Why we call it European manicure
This technique is widely used across Europe, and that is how we know it and how we name it on our menu. If you are searching for a Russian manicure, an e-file manicure or a dry manicure in the St. Louis area, it is the same service: our European gel manicure.
What’s included
- Dry, waterless preparation — no soaking
- Precise, gentle e-file cuticle work
- Nail shaping to the length and form you like
- Long-lasting gel polish in the color of your choice
- Sterilized tools and a clean, calm studio
Prices
- Gel manicure — $80 · about 2 hrs
- Manicure with design (French, cat eye, chrome powder, ombré) — from $90 · about 2.5 hrs
- Manicure without polish — $70 · about 1 hr
- Men’s manicure — $80 · about 1 hr
Prefer your feet done the same way? Our European gel pedicure is fully dry too — $90, about 2 hrs. See the full menu.
Questions
- Is a Russian manicure the same as a European manicure?
Yes. It is the same dry, e-file combined technique. We call it European manicure, and many clients know it as a Russian manicure. - How long does it last?
With gel polish, a European manicure usually lasts about 3 weeks without chipping. - Do you do manicures with regular polish?
No. On hands we work only with gel polish — it lasts about 3 weeks and keeps the finish clean. If you prefer no color, choose our manicure without polish ($70). - How long does the appointment take?
A gel manicure takes about 2 hours. A manicure with design takes about 2.5 hours. - How much does it cost?
Gel manicure is $80, manicure with design starts at $90, and manicure without polish is $70.
Where we are
M & A Nails Bar · 2054 Campus Dr, St. Charles, MO 63301 · Mon–Sat 9 AM – 9 PM, by appointment only. Get directions.