Manicure in Bangkok: Classic, Spa & Gel Nail Prices + What to Expect
Between the humidity, the aircon, and however much time your hands spend typing, carrying bags, or gripping a Grab handle, Bangkok is not gentle on your nails or the skin around them. A proper manicure in Bangkok isn't a luxury here so much as basic maintenance: cuticles dry out fast in aircon, polish chips faster in the heat, and hands that are out and visible all day show wear quickly.
At GlowUp Beauty Haus on Sukhumvit 31, manicures are done with proper hygiene and real technique, not rushed through. Our chairs are set up as dual stations, so if you want a pedicure too, both can be done in parallel by two techs instead of back-to-back. You're out in the time of one service, not two.
Classic vs Spa vs Gel: Which One Should You Pick
Classic Manicure
Shape, cuticle care, and a clean buff/polish finish: the standard, no-frills option. Good for a quick tidy-up, or if you're not adding color and just want hands that look taken care of.
Spa Manicure
Everything in a classic manicure, plus a scrub, a mask, and a hand massage. This is the one to book when you want the relaxation as much as the result: softer skin, and a slower pace than a basic manicure.
Gel Manicure
Shape and cuticle prep finished with a gel polish color, cured under a lamp instead of air-drying. Gel holds its shine and resists chipping far longer than regular polish, which matters a lot in Bangkok's climate. You're not touching up chips within days.
Men's Manicure
Cuticle care, shaping, and a clean, short finish: no color, no fuss. Completely normal, no different from getting a haircut; it's just proper hand maintenance for anyone whose hands are out and visible for work or otherwise.
Nail Repair
A fast fix for a cracked or chipped nail: 15 to 20 minutes to patch it up rather than waiting for your next full appointment or letting the crack spread further.
What to Expect
- Sanitized tools. Instruments are disinfected between clients before anything touches your hands.
- Shape. Nails are filed to the length and shape you want.
- Cuticle care. Cuticles are cleaned and tidied along the nail base.
- Base. A base coat is applied to protect the nail and help polish or gel adhere evenly.
- Color. Regular polish or gel color is applied, with gel cured under a lamp layer by layer.
- Top coat. Sealed and finished for shine and durability.
A manicure runs 40 to 90 minutes depending on whether you're adding a spa treatment or gel color on top of the basic service.
Price List
See the full services and price list for everything else we offer.
Manicure
| Service | Duration | Price (THB) |
|---|---|---|
| Manicure Only | 40 min | 400 |
| Manicure+Regular Polish | 70 min | 700 |
| Spa Manicure | 90 min | 700 |
| Manicure+Gel | 75 min | 900 |
| Spa Manicure+Gel | 90 min | 1,200 |
Men's Manicure
| Service | Duration | Price (THB) |
|---|---|---|
| Men's Manicure | 60 min | 700 |
Nail Repair
| Service | Duration | Price (THB) |
|---|---|---|
| Easy Nail Fix | 15 min | 50 |
| Mid Nail Fix - From | 15 min | 100 |
| Hard Nail Fix - From | 20 min | 200 |
How Long Does Gel Manicure Last & Aftercare
Gel manicure typically holds for 2 to 4 weeks without chipping, while regular polish lasts more like 5 to 7 days before it starts wearing at the tips.
- Wear gloves for cleaning, dishes, and anything with harsh chemicals. This is the main reason gel lifts early.
- Apply cuticle oil regularly to keep the skin around your nails from drying out, especially in aircon.
- Never pick or peel at lifting gel. Book a proper removal instead, or you'll take layers of your natural nail off with it.
- Avoid using your nails as tools for opening, scratching, or prying, since it stresses the tips first.
FAQ
How long does a manicure take?
40 to 90 minutes depending on the option. See the price list above for exact timing per service.
Is gel polish bad for nails?
Not inherently. The risk comes from improper removal (peeling or picking it off) rather than the gel itself. Get gel soaked off properly and your natural nails stay fine underneath.
Can I get a pedicure at the same time?
Yes, this is one of the main reasons people book with us. Our dual chairs let a hands service and a feet service run in parallel with two techs, so you leave in the time of one appointment, not two.
Do you do men's manicures?
Yes, it's a standard service on our menu, same care and technique as any other manicure, just finished short and bare.
How do I book?
Use the buttons below, or check the full services and price list and book directly from there.
Book Your Manicure
Book Manicure Only Book Manicure+Gel Book Spa Manicure+Gel Book Men's Manicure
Add a pedicure to the same visit. It runs in parallel, not back-to-back.
Add Pedicure+Gel: From (60 min, ฿1,000) Add Pedicure Only (40 min, ฿500)
Want gel on your toes too, or a bit of nail art to finish?
Add Gel Polish Shellac: Feet (45 min, ฿500) Add Art Simple Per Nail (฿50)
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: Russian Manicure, Pedicure, and Nail Art.