GelX Nails in Bangkok: Prices, What to Expect & How to Book
GelX is a full-length soft gel tip glued directly onto your natural nail, then sealed and built up with gel: no tips filed down from a generic square shape, no thick acrylic powder-and-liquid layer. The tips come pre-shaped and pre-buffed, so the result looks like a natural nail plate rather than an obvious extension, and because the product is a soft, flexible gel rather than hard acrylic, it's noticeably lighter on your hands.
GelX nails in Bangkok have become the go-to for exactly the reasons that matter here: they're strong enough to survive daily typing, gym bags, and general Bangkok life, but light enough that you're not carrying acrylic-weight tips around in 35-degree heat and humidity all day. If your natural nails are thin, weak, or slow-growing, GelX gives you length and structure without the bulk.
GelX vs Acrylic vs Hard Gel Extensions
GelX (soft gel): Pre-formed tips, glued on and sealed with gel. Lightest of the three, most natural-looking, flexible rather than rigid, and bends slightly instead of cracking under pressure. Removal is a soak-off, similar to gel polish, so it's gentler on the natural nail than filing off acrylic.
Acrylic: Powder-and-liquid product sculpted by hand over a form or tip. Very strong and long-lasting, but heavier and thicker than GelX, and removal requires more filing since acrylic doesn't soak off as cleanly.
Hard gel: Sculpted or tip-and-overlay with a rigid gel that's stronger than soft gel but doesn't flex like GelX. Good for extra structure or reinforcing weak nails, sits between GelX and acrylic in both weight and durability.
What to Expect
- Nail prep. Your natural nails are cleaned, buffed, and the cuticle area is prepped so the tip and gel bond properly.
- Tip sizing. Your tech matches a soft gel tip to each nail. The closer the fit, the more natural the final shape looks.
- Application and bonding. Tips are glued on, then sealed and built up with gel over the natural nail and the tip join.
- Shaping. Length and shape (square, round, almond, coffin, etc.) are filed to what you asked for.
- Color or french. Gel color is applied and cured, or a french/ombre finish is hand-painted layer by layer.
- Cure and finish. Final cure under the lamp, top coat, and cuticle oil to finish.
Full sets run 90 to 165 minutes depending on whether you're adding a manicure, color, or french on top of the extension.
Price List
Two tiers are available: standard GelX extension, and Russian GelX Extension with our Master Tech for more complex nail conditions. See the full services and price list for everything else.
GelX Extension
| Service | Duration | Price (THB) |
|---|---|---|
| Gel Glue+Gel Color | 90 min | 1,300 |
| Manicure+Extension+Gel | 150 min | 2,300 |
| Manicure+Extension+French | 165 min | 2,600 |
Russian GelX Extension (Master Tech)
| Service | Duration | Price (THB) |
|---|---|---|
| GelX + Gel | 135 min | 2,300 |
| Gel X + French | 150 min | 2,600 |
The standard GelX tier is a fully trained tech doing a proper application and build, the right call for most nails. The Russian GelX Extension (Master Tech) tier puts you with our senior nail tech, and also includes the dry e-file cuticle prep from our Russian manicure approach. It's worth booking if your nails have uneven beds, recurring lifting, or need a more careful hand before the extension goes on.
How Long Do GelX Nails Last & Maintenance
A full set typically holds for 3 to 4 weeks before you need a fill-in, as your natural nail grows out underneath the tip. Book a fill-in rather than waiting for visible regrowth or lifting. It keeps the shape clean and the bond secure. Removal should always be done by your tech rather than picked off at home, since pulling a bonded tip off yourself can take layers of your natural nail with it.
FAQ
Do GelX nails damage natural nails?
Not when applied and removed properly. The tip is bonded to a well-prepped nail surface and soaked off rather than ripped off, so the risk of damage is low compared to acrylic. Most damage happens from picking sets off at home instead of getting a professional removal.
How long does it take?
90 to 165 minutes depending on the option. See the price list above for exact timing per service.
Can I type/work with them?
Yes, GelX is lighter and thinner than acrylic specifically so it doesn't get in the way of typing, using your phone, or normal daily tasks. Just give the gel a few minutes after your appointment before doing anything that needs a firm grip.
How is GelX removed?
It's soaked off, the same general approach as gel polish removal, rather than filed down like acrylic, which is gentler on your natural nail underneath.
GelX vs extensions: what's the difference?
GelX is one specific type of nail extension: a soft gel tip system. "Extensions" more broadly can also mean acrylic or hard gel builds; if you want to compare, read more about Hard Gel Extensions on the blog.
How do I book?
Use the buttons below, or check the full services and price list and book straight from there.
Book Your GelX Nails
Book Gel Glue+Gel Color Book Manicure+Extension+Gel Book Master Tech GelX + French
Set looking a little grown-out around the 3-4 week mark? Book your fill-in before it lifts.
Book Fill In Extension: Fill In + Gel (60 min, ฿1,500) Book Russian Extension Fill In Only (120 min, ฿2,000)
Want a french finish, or ready to take your set off?
Add Gel Polish Shellac: French Gel/Ombre Gel (60 min, ฿800) Book Inhouse Extension Removal (฿400)
GlowUp Beauty Haus is on Sukhumvit 31, open Monday to Sunday 12:00–22:00 with dual chairs so hands and feet can be done at the same time. See the full price list, or read more on the blog: Hard Gel Extensions and Nail Fill-In & Maintenance.