If you want length and shape without the weight of rigid options, gel nail extensions are the answer — and finding the right studio matters. Here’s what to look for in NYC, and how we do extensions at The Shade in SoHo.
What to look for in gel extensions
The best gel extensions look and feel natural: lightweight, flexible, and sculpted to your nail shape — not bulky or stiff. Quality comes down to prep and technique, so look for a studio that takes both seriously.
The Shade’s sculpted gel extensions
We sculpt lightweight gel extensions by hand, starting with our dry, e-file prep so the gel bonds to a clean, stable nail. The result is strong, natural-looking length that flexes with your nail — finished with red light, a lymphatic finishing treatment, and our signature face mask, all included.
Full set vs. fill
Book a full set for your first visit, then maintain it with a fill every two to three weeks as your natural nails grow.
How long do gel extensions last?
With fills every two to three weeks, you can wear them continuously. Between fills, most people get two to three weeks before regrowth shows.
