Dubai has no shortage of nail salons, but not all manicures are created equal. If you’ve dealt with gel polish that chips within a week, cuticles that get nicked, or extensions that feel bulky instead of natural, you haven’t been to the right technician yet. Here’s what to actually look for in a gel nails salon in Dubai – and what sets Kimia Salon’s nail studio apart in Al Quoz.
The Russian Technique: Why It Matters
Kimia’s nail studio performs every manicure and pedicure using the Russian technique, a method that’s become the gold standard among nail specialists for a reason. Instead of soaking cuticles and pushing them back, the Russian technique uses precision tools to carefully and dry-remove excess cuticle without soaking, which:
- Leaves a cleaner, more defined finish around the nail bed
- Reduces the risk of infection compared to wet-cuticle methods
- Makes gel polish last noticeably longer, since there’s less lifting at the edges
- Results in a manicure that still looks fresh well into week two or three
If you’ve been searching for the best nail salon in Al Quoz, Dubai, this technique alone is worth asking about before you book.
The Full Nail Menu
Manicures
| Service | Price |
| Classic | AED 149 |
| Gel | AED 209 |
| Overlay | AED 269 |
Pedicures
| Service | Price |
| Classic | AED 169 |
| Gel | AED 229 |
| Overlay | AED 289 |
If you’re looking for manicure and pedicure in Al Quoz, Dubai, Kimia’s combined pricing makes it easy to book both in a single, unhurried appointment – most clients treat it as their monthly reset rather than a quick errand.
Nail Extensions
For anyone wanting length, nail extensions in Dubai at Kimia start from AED 369, available in two finishes:
- Hard gel – lightweight and flexible, for a natural-looking result with strong durability
- Acrylic – a stronger, more structured extension for a bolder finish
Nail Art
Once your base manicure or extension set is done, the finishing touches are where things get fun:
- Custom nail art – from AED 9 per add-on, fully freehand and bespoke
- Chrome finish – AED 99, for that mirror, high-gloss effect
- French tips – AED 44, classic or modern takes on the timeless look
Kimia’s Instagram is full of examples – hand-sketched designs brought to life nail-by-nail, bold French sets, and seasonal color trends – so it’s worth a scroll before your appointment if you want inspiration.
Why the Setting Matters Too
As part of a ladies-only salon in Dubai, the nail studio at Kimia sits within the same private, women-only space as the hair and beauty sections. That means no mixed seating, no rushed turnover, and technicians who use OPI and other premium nail systems rather than cutting corners on product quality to save time.
Booking Your Nail Appointment
Whether you’re after a simple gel manicure, a full set of extensions before an event, or intricate nail art you’ve been saving on Pinterest, Kimia Salon’s nail studio in Q East by Alphabeta, Al Quoz, is built to deliver it properly – with the health of your natural nails as the priority, not an afterthought.
Ready to book? Reserve your nail appointment at Kimia Salon or WhatsApp the team on +971 4 220 1521 to check same-week availability.