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Services & Pricing
Glow Luxe Manicure included in every appointment
The Glow by Gil Standard
I am a premium manicure prep tech who gives high-attention, detail-focused Builder Gel, Gel X and Gel Polish sets, taking the time needed to focus on prep, nail health and create quality, intricate design. Glow Luxe Manicure is included in all sets.
All prices below are starting prices at short/medium length (XS–M) with Tier 1 nail art. Use the art tier and length add-on sections below to build your full price.
Pricing at a Glance
The full breakdown is below — Gil confirms your estimate before any deposit, with your final total settled on the day.
Core Services
Builder Gel
Structured builder-gel overlays on natural nails (the treatment you may know as BIAB) — soft gel today, hard gel coming soonFull Set
XS–M · Tier 1 · Glow Luxe Manicure included
Infill
Maintenance appointment · XS–M · Glow Luxe Manicure included · within 3–4 weeks only
Gel X
Soft gel extensions in multiple lengthsFull Set
XS–M · Tier 1 · Glow Luxe Manicure included
Infill
Infill appointment · XS–M · Glow Luxe Manicure included · once per set, within 3–4 weeks, and only if the set has retained well
Gel Polish
Classic gel colour on your natural nails — no extensionsGel Polish Manicure
On natural nails · Tier 1 · Glow Luxe Manicure prep included
Your base service price covers the treatment and Glow Luxe Manicure prep. Your chosen design tier covers most of the artwork in your design. Complex custom sets are priced individually. Finishing touches — speciality gels, charms and 3D pieces, extra length, removals and repairs — are the only extras, added just when you choose them.
What will my set cost?
Most Clean Glow sets come to £30–£48, most Soft Glow sets to £47–£65, and most Signature Glow sets to £70–£85 depending on finishing touches. A Builder Gel Full Set with Soft Glow art and no extras is exactly £55. Gil confirms your estimate before your deposit, and your final total on the day — leaving room for any last-minute tweaks or add-ons.
Nail Art Tiers
One unified tier system across Builder Gel, Gel X and Gel Polish. Your tier covers most of the artwork in your design — the only separate extras are speciality gels, physical pieces, length, and complex custom sets, which are priced individually. Simple rule: one cohesive design is Soft Glow; detailed handwork throughout is Signature Glow.
Tier 1
Clean Glow
Included in base priceOne colour or barely-there accents — the focus is entirely on prep and finish.
- Solid colour, sheer/milky base, or matte finish
- Up to 1–2 subtle accent details (simple line work, polka dots)
- Impeccable prep and a clean, refined result
Tier 2
Soft Glow
+ £15One cohesive design across your nails — hand-painted art techniques included; chrome, cat-eye, gems and moulded 3D pieces are add-ons.
- Usually 2–3 colours, or 2–3 different techniques
- Cohesive, and mostly repeated across the set
- Chrome, cat-eye, gems and moulded 3D pieces are add-ons
Tier 3
Signature Glow
+ £30My most detailed artwork — layered, intricate and given the time it deserves. Everything from Soft Glow included.
- Hand-painted motifs and detailed illustration
- Mostly a different design per nail — layered, multi-technique work
- Embossed and built-up 3D gel art
Bespoke statement sets — character or portrait art, fully gemmed sets and encapsulated designs are priced individually. Send your inspo through the booking form and Gil will quote before anything is confirmed.
Length Add-ons
Short and medium lengths are included in the base price. Add the relevant amount for longer extensions.
| Length | Label | Add-on |
|---|---|---|
| Short / Medium Natural to everyday-wear length | XS, S, M | Included |
| Long Noticeably long — more product and shaping | L | + £5 |
| Extra Long Dramatic length — significantly more product and time | XL | + £8 |
Finishing Touches
Your tier already covers most of the artwork in your design. These are the only extras — speciality gels, physical pieces and Tier 1 art touches — added only if you choose them, and confirmed with you at booking or on the day.
Speciality Gels & Effects
Chrome or Aurora Finish
Mirror, glazed or aurora powder on your nails, any tier — priced by how many nails it's on.
Magnetic Cat-Eye Gel
A speciality gel shaped with a magnet — velvet, shifting depth. Any tier.
On a Clean Glow Set — Tier 1 only
Soft Glow and Signature Glow already include French styles and accent art — these two exist only for Clean Glow sets.
Classic French
A clean, classic French tip finish.
Complex Accent Art (1–3 nails)
Complex hand-painted art on up to three accent nails — a flower, a swirl, fine line detail. Anything beyond three nails moves you up to Tier 2. (Chrome and cat-eye are separate finishing touches, above.)
Charms & 3D Pieces
Physical pieces added to your design — priced per piece or per nail, confirmed by Gil when she gets in touch.
Charms & Gems
Decorative charms, rhinestones and pearls — from subtle accents to statement pieces. (Tiny caviar-bead scatters are part of your tier — no charge.)
3D Moulded Art
Moulded or hand-sculpted raised pieces applied to the nail — characters, florals, bows, butterflies and more. (Hand-painted, built-up 3D gel art is part of your design tier — no charge.)
Removals & Repairs
Removals
Removal with New Set — Own Work
I did your last set — gentle soak-off and prep for your new Glow Luxe Manicure
Removal with New Set — Foreign
Nails done elsewhere — extra time and care needed for safe soak-off and rebuild
Removal Only
Full removal, mini tidy and aftercare advice — no new set
Repairs
Structural Repair
Tears, cracks, sidewall rebuilding or free edge strengthening — structure only, design not included
Repair Within 72 Hours
Same design — come back and I'll fix it
Repair After 72 Hours
Price adjusted for length and art complexity
20% off your first 3 Glow Luxe Manicure sets
Any Builder Gel, Gel X or Gel Polish · any art tier · any length
Claim the Introductory OfferApplies to your first 3 sets. Discounted from standard prices shown above.
All prices are starting prices and may vary depending on nail length, art complexity and the condition of your natural nails. A £20 deposit is required to secure your appointment — or £5 for a standalone Removal Only — refundable or transferable with more than 48 hours' notice, forfeited within 48 hours or for non-attendance. Get in touch via Instagram if you have any questions before booking.
by appointment only · Orpington, South East London