The semi-permanent manicure is a manicure with long-lasting polish cured under an LED lamp, with a glossy, even finish. At Cool Nails Gràcia it's our core colour service: the most requested and the ideal starting point if you want polish that stays intact for weeks.
What is a semi-permanent manicure?
Semi-permanent polish combines the practicality of regular polish with the durability of gel: it's applied in layers cured under an LED lamp, so it comes out dry and ready straight away and keeps its shine without chipping far longer than regular polish. It's the perfect everyday option.
What's included
- Removal of your previous polish. If you come with polish from another salon, there is a €5 extra charge
- Filing and nail shaping
- Cuticle prep: pushing, cleaning with an electric drill and cutting
- Buffing of the nail surface
- Application of base and Victoria Vynn semi-permanent polish in the colour of your choice, cured under LED lamp
- Hydration with cuticle oil or cream
Semi-permanent manicure price
Short on time? Our express semi-permanent manicure takes 40 minutes, from €19.90. BIAB reinforcement and nail art are charged separately.
Over 300 Victoria Vynn colours
We work exclusively with the Victoria Vynn range, with over 300 shades available in-salon: from nudes and naturals to classic reds, darks and seasonal colours. We'll help you pick the perfect shade for you.
Thin nails? Optional BIAB reinforcement
If your nail is thin or breaks easily, you can reinforce it with BIAB base or Boost Base (BIAB) as an extra, for more structure and strength. If you're after maximum durability and reinforcement, take a look at our Russian manicure with BIAB, our most complete service.
Ideal for
- Natural nails in good condition
- Clients who want a classic polish that keeps its shine
- Anyone renewing their colour regularly
- A first experience with semi-permanent polish
Semi-permanent or BIAB? How to choose
Both use Victoria Vynn polish and come out of the lamp fully dry. Both last 3 to 4 weeks. What changes is the prep and the base. A semi-permanent manicure adds colour to your natural nail. The Russian manicure with BIAB adds dry cuticle work with an electric file and a builder base that levels and strengthens the nail, so it breaks and bends much less.
If your nails are healthy and you like to change colour often, semi-permanent is all you need. If they break, bend or you are coming off acrylics, we recommend BIAB.
How to make it last longer
Wear gloves for washing up and for cleaning with strong products. Use cuticle oil a couple of times a week, especially in winter. And avoid using your nails to open cans or peel off labels: that is how most breaks start. If a corner lifts, don't pull it. Message us and we'll fix it.
Where to get a semi-permanent manicure in Gràcia
We are at Carrer de Milà i Fontanals, 17, in Vila de Gràcia, a 5-minute walk from Joanic and Verdaguer metro stations (L4). Book online or on WhatsApp. We speak English and Spanish.