Gel Nails

giggler


Joined: 06/12/2008
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
25/02/2009 16:17

Somebody was enquiring where they could go to have their nails done, please try Rose at the corner of the 'famous' one and only set of traffic lights in Girnie. She is very good and charging 45 ytl, a lot cheaper then a couple of others. She is qulified since 2004.

PIPIE


Joined: 05/01/2008
Posts: 5499

Message Posted:
25/02/2009 16:38

Cheers giggler is she near the back of Pia bella hotel ?

MaggieAndBernie



Joined: 26/07/2008
Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
25/02/2009 16:44

Thanks giggler I'll be down there as soon as I arrive!

deecyprus4


Joined: 27/07/2008
Posts: 3452

Message Posted:
25/02/2009 16:53

I had these done once and my nails were ruined for months when I took the gel ones off...not for me..rather use false ones in an emergency..

MaggieAndBernie



Joined: 26/07/2008
Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
25/02/2009 17:58

I've been having them done for about 10 years now Dee and no problems. My own nails have always been horrible, splitting & breaking. The gel ones look so glamorous and are so much tougher than my own - the only drawback I have found is the cost of having to get infils every few weeks and if I'm travelling, finding a good nail technician to do them.

Maggie

MaggieAndBernie



Joined: 26/07/2008
Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 12:37

Just felt I had to update this thread - much as I hate to run anyone down, My friend & I went to Rose Nails a couple of weeks ago. I have a full new set of gel nails - took about 1 1/2 hours to do and (with a manicure before which they said I must have) cost me 85 tl. My friend had infils which cost 45 tl.

5 minutes after leaving the salon one nail fell off! Couldn't go back there & then as they had closed and everyone was hungry after waiting on the big 'nail job'.

By the following day I had 8 nails left in place & one of those was cracked - about to go. I went back to Rose nails -

and she asked me to return at 3pm when she would fix the 'kaput' nails. Another hour and a repair job (which I hadn't much faith in by now) but I have to say the girls in there were very pleasant - even when I went back to complain! However, I stay in Lapta & travelling back & forth to the other side of Girne each day to get your nails stuck back on is not my idea of fun! Cont.

MaggieAndBernie



Joined: 26/07/2008
Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 12:39

To cut a long story short - this girl does not know how to do gel nails properly . My friend who had infils done as she was just about to go back home tells me they all fell off by the end of the week!

Ok for a manicure - but avoid for gel nails!

Maggie

Wiser


Joined: 30/07/2008
Posts: 796

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 12:46

Coming Very soon in Alsancak, a lovely and highly experienced nail technician....watch this space!

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 13:14

Hi, I will be arriving in TRNC 16th of May and hope to be up and running by mid June. I offer a wide range of manicure and pedicure treatments and am trained to Master status! If you'd like to have a look at my work and qualifictions, then have a peek at my website http://www.topaznaildesign.co.uk!



Hope to see some of you ladies soon!

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 13:15

You'll need to take the ! off that address, lol! http://www.topaznaildesign.co.uk

Teresa


Joined: 21/11/2007
Posts: 1018

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 15:39

Where will you be based??

deecyprus4


Joined: 27/07/2008
Posts: 3452

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 15:45

Gel nails are dreadful imo and they look false and thick ...most ppl I know say they fall off easily..why not get the false ones that you just stick on, if they fall off you only need to glue them back on yourself..and they are cheap as chips

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 16:15

Hi, Theresa



I'll be based Palm Plaza, Alsancak.



Ref message 12 - I agree, some nail enhancements can look thick and false, this really depends on the skill and training of the technician applying them. Again, this also applies to how long they last, I have many clients in the UK who have been coming to me for a long time and have never "lost" a nail, however some people are harder on their hands and nails than others! The stick on ones you buy can be great for a one off, but regular use can lead to nail plate damage and possible infection, so aren't really a solution for those who want extensions all the time.



Lisa

Teresa


Joined: 21/11/2007
Posts: 1018

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 16:37

Lisa give me a ring when you get here 05338673530, i also done the creative airbrushing course and have some airbrush paints if they are any good to you. I might even be your first customer here and a good advertisment for you when my brides come in.

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 16:46

That's so kind! Thank you very much, I'll definately be in touch!

Tinkie


Joined: 16/03/2009
Posts: 1256

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 19:03

Lisa



I will definately be along to see you for some Hollywood Toes, will be fantastic to have someone who knows what they are doing here.... Is Palm Plaza where Chicken Run is?



Look forward to seeing you and wish you every success in your new venture.

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 19:16

Hi Tinkie



Yeah, that's right near Chicken Run. Good choice with the Hollywood toes great low maintainance look for summer!

daisy dukes


Joined: 06/09/2008
Posts: 3815

Message Posted:
06/05/2009 22:13

What are 'Hollywood Toes'..?



DD

Hayran


Joined: 12/03/2009
Posts: 74

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 09:44

I have been having gel nails for over 5 years but unfortunately Chrissy from Bodyworks left the island, therefore, I had to find someone else and I am pleased to have come across Figen of Bodizone who does a fantastic job and my nails look very natural and they never chip or break between visits. Figen trained in Germany and has been in Cyprus for a year based in Girne. Her number is: 0533 835 6036.

Teresa


Joined: 21/11/2007
Posts: 1018

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 10:09

Hayran can you tell me what she charges please for a full set and then infills.

Hayran


Joined: 12/03/2009
Posts: 74

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 10:18

Full set is 125TL and then 70TL thereafter for infills. I go every 2 weeks, however, gel nails should last at least 3 weeks before needing infills.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 10:19

Hi all Lulubell is also coming very soon with her expertise. She does nails along with a vast range of other treatments.

lulubell


Joined: 18/11/2008
Posts: 595

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 10:24

Hi Lilli my love hope your well



Yes will be there sooner than you know!!! cant wait, your first on my list for all treatments so get ready girl i will need to kidnap you from the restaurant for a day of pampering... : - )



lots of love.x.x.x.x

Pogle


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 1536

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 13:11

Phoebe Cat

Count me in for the " Hollywood Toes", what a great idea. Can you give me a Hollywood body too?

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 14:34

Message 18



Holllywood toes are the pinnacle in low maintenance French pedicures!

A thin layer of Brisa gel is applied to the toenails in a French Manicure style. This is then cured under UV light.

A high gloss top coat gives the ultimate in shine and durability.

Unlike nail enamel, this will not chip or peel, so is ideal for summer months and holidays for a no-fuss glamorous pedicure!



Message 24



When I've worked out how to get the Hollywood body, you'll be the first to know, lol!

Wiser


Joined: 30/07/2008
Posts: 796

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 16:03

I am in for the Hollywood Toes too, they sound perfect!

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 16:17

Gary Mongers missus uses 'no nails'

Pogle


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 1536

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 20:39

Phoebe cat

Will you be offering any other beauty treatments at the new salon?

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
07/05/2009 22:01

Hi Pogle,



Everything for the hands and feet, from a basic mini manicure to a full on Spa Pedicure, including foot masks, scrubs and massage, just the thing for hot tired feet!

Wiser


Joined: 30/07/2008
Posts: 796

Message Posted:
08/05/2009 09:14

How exciting, I am going to have beautiful feet for the summer!

Tuttut


Joined: 09/12/2008
Posts: 270

Message Posted:
11/05/2009 13:11

Hi Lulubell, when will you be over do you do treatments for anyone? do you do it from home, salon, or do you visit people in their homes? Please contact me as in need of some urgent treatments

Sandie


Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 251

Message Posted:
11/05/2009 13:21

Phoebe Cat - Do you do the Bio Sculpture gel nails which are absolutely brillant when I have had them done here in the UK? If so what price do you charge? Thanks. Sandie

essexgirl


Joined: 01/04/2009
Posts: 87

Message Posted:
11/05/2009 13:39

Hi

I must say that the beauty prices in TRNC seem rather steep, or is it me ??!!

I got a full set of Bio-sculpture gel nails 2 weeks ago for £25 in my local beauty salon at Virgin Vie in Chigwell, uk. Process included a manicure and took 1.5 hours and involved 3 very thin coats of gel applied very skilfully, and set between coats using UV lamp, and then a top coat to give maximum shine.

They are fantastic, very natural-looking and hard-wearing despite doing the washing-up, a couple of gardening sessions and several visits to the pool and jacuzzi.

I will be going back to have them re-done in a couple more weeks -they don't do re-fills, saying the results are not that sucessful, but when you are only paying £25 for new nails, I'm not complaining.

You can save money by soaking them off yourself using acetone polish remover.

Why are prices for everything getting so high in TRNC? How can you all afford it?

Susie

southgate



Joined: 28/03/2009
Posts: 37

Message Posted:
11/05/2009 15:11

Sandie,



Bio scuplture gels are not really any good if its length your after they are best for colours. Phoebe cat does brisa gel nails which is a really good brand for gel nails and the training you recieve when you do these is really good,(i've done it aswell) get her to a set for you, you'll be impressed.



Essex girl,



Yes you can soak off bio with acetone but you should have a nail technician do it if your going to replace them anyway! And prices are generally on par with those in the UK if you convert it.

phoebe_cat


Joined: 06/01/2009
Posts: 146

Message Posted:
11/05/2009 19:54

southgate



Couldn't have said it better myself, lol. Thank you!

CarrieRBag



Joined: 23/12/2008
Posts: 1374

Message Posted:
12/05/2009 07:52

I had mine done as Rose's too and what a mess. It was a desperate measure as my "usual" lady, Ala from Velena has been poorly so I had to get them done somewhere! Never again! Took 2 hours, and one is almost off (less than a week). They are thick and to me look terrible. Admittedly only 45TL but would prefer to pay Ala the 80TL and have great nails that I need done only once a month. They never chip, fall off or look false because she knows what she is doing. Hope she calls today to say she is back at work.

tommy13


Joined: 29/04/2009
Posts: 979

Message Posted:
12/05/2009 07:58

just read the post , i know severel young ladies who swear by a young russian lady named ala who owns velena just before supreme supermarket catalkoy area . She always seems to be fully booked , i imagine shes worth a try