Russian Manicure on the Upper East Side
Dry e-file cuticle work and gel color at ROW 89 UES Nails & Lashes
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Russian manicure appointment
| Service | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Russian manicureLimited appointments each week. Book online or call or text (917) 554-1005. | 90 min | $95 |
Removal, if you are wearing gel or powder
| Service | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Color gel polish removal | 10 min | $10 |
| ANC powder gel removal | 15 min | $20 |
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Choose your appointmentA Russian manicure is a dry manicure built around careful cuticle work. There is no water soak: your nail technician uses an electric file (e-file) with fine bits to tidy the cuticle area and shape the nail, then applies gel color close to the base of the nail.
At ROW 89 UES Nails & Lashes it is a 90-minute appointment for $95, on the first floor of 219A East 89th Street, between Second and Third Avenues on the Upper East Side. Appointments are limited each week, so book ahead.
We are open 10am–8pm every day, about five minutes from the Q at 86th Street and Second Avenue, about ten from the 4, 5 and 6 at Lexington Avenue, and a short walk from Yorkville and Carnegie Hill.
What happens during a Russian manicure
- A look at your nails. Your nail technician checks your nails and the skin around them and asks what is on them now. Gel or powder from an earlier appointment is removed first.
- Dry cuticle work. With no soak, an e-file with a fine bit cleans the cuticle area, and a second bit tidies the skin around the nail.
- Shaping. The nail surface is smoothed and the nails are filed to the shape you choose.
- Base coat. Your nail technician chooses a base coat to suit the strength of your nails.
- Gel color and top coat. Gel color is applied with a fine brush close to the base of the nail, cured under a lamp and sealed with a top coat, so your nails are dry when you leave.
Russian, gel or regular manicure?
"Russian manicure" describes the preparation, not the polish. The finish is gel color; what sets it apart is the extra time spent on dry, detailed work around the cuticle.
Russian manicure
$95 · 90 min
- Preparation: Dry, with detailed e-file work around the cuticle
- Finish: Gel color placed close to the base of the nail
- Typical wear: Often about 3–4 weeks
Color gel manicure
$49 · 45 min
- Preparation: Standard nail and cuticle prep
- Finish: Gel color cured under a lamp
- Typical wear: Usually about 2–3 weeks
Regular manicure
$22 · 35 min
- Preparation: Standard nail and cuticle prep
- Finish: Traditional polish that air-dries
- Typical wear: Shorter than gel
Wear times are estimates, not guarantees. They depend on how fast your nails grow and how you use your hands. See the full nail menu.
Who it suits
Good fit
You like a very neat cuticle line and a precise, understated finish, you want the grow-out line to be less noticeable between visits, and you do not mind a longer, unhurried appointment.
Consider something else
Short on time? A color gel manicure takes about half as long. Wait if the skin around your nails is cut, irritated or infected, and tell us about any gel or acrylate allergy. If you have diabetes, poor circulation or skin that is slow to heal, ask your doctor before any nail service that works closely on the skin.
Aftercare
- Use cuticle oil or a plain hand cream every day, especially after washing your hands.
- Wear gloves for cleaning and long stretches of wet work.
- Do not pick, peel or file the gel off at home. Book a removal instead.
- If the gel lifts or chips early, call or text us so we can look at it.
- See a doctor if you notice increasing pain, swelling or redness around a nail.
Questions before you book? Ask us how tools are cleaned, which gel we use and how it comes off. Call or text (917) 554-1005.
Where to find us
Russian manicures are done at ROW 89 UES Nails & Lashes, on the first floor of 219A East 89th Street. From the Q at 86th Street and Second Avenue, walk north on Second Avenue to 89th Street and turn left. From the 4, 5 or 6 at 86th Street and Lexington Avenue, walk north to 89th Street, turn right and cross Third Avenue. From Carl Schurz Park in Yorkville or Museum Mile in Carnegie Hill, 89th Street brings you straight to the door.
More reading: what to know before you get a Russian manicure. Also on the first floor: manicures and pedicures · lash extensions and lifts · ROW 89 UES Nails & Lashes, 1st floor
Russian manicure questions
What is a Russian manicure?
A dry manicure with detailed cuticle work. There is no water soak: your nail technician uses an electric file (e-file) with fine bits to tidy the cuticle area and shape the nail, then applies gel color close to the base of the nail and seals it with a top coat.
How much is a Russian manicure at ROW 89?
The Russian manicure is $95 for a 90-minute appointment at ROW 89 UES Nails & Lashes, on the first floor of 219A East 89th Street. Gratuity is not included. Appointments are limited each week, so book ahead.
How long does a Russian manicure last?
Russian manicures are often worn for about three to four weeks. That is an estimate, not a guarantee: it depends on how fast your nails grow, how you use your hands and how you care for them at home.
How is it different from a regular or gel manicure?
The difference is the preparation. A regular manicure ($22, 35 minutes) uses traditional polish, and a color gel manicure ($49, 45 minutes) uses gel color cured under a lamp. A Russian manicure ($95, 90 minutes) adds slow, dry e-file work around the cuticle before the gel goes on, which is why it takes about twice as long.
Does a Russian manicure hurt?
It should not. Tell your nail technician right away if you feel heat, pressure or any sharp sensation, so they can stop or adjust.
Do I need to book removal?
Yes, if you are wearing gel or powder from an earlier appointment. Color gel removal is $10 (10 minutes) and ANC powder gel removal is $20 (15 minutes). Add it when you book so your appointment is long enough.
Is a Russian manicure right for everyone?
No. Wait if the skin around your nails is cut, irritated or infected, and tell us about any gel or acrylate allergy before you book. If you have diabetes, poor circulation or skin that is slow to heal, ask your doctor before any nail service that works closely on the skin. A color gel manicure is another option if you are unsure.
Where is ROW 89 UES Nails & Lashes, and when is it open?
On the first floor of 219A East 89th Street, between Second and Third Avenues on the Upper East Side, a short walk from Yorkville and Carnegie Hill. The Q at 86th Street and Second Avenue is about five minutes away, and the 4, 5 and 6 at 86th Street and Lexington Avenue about ten. We are open 10am–8pm every day.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Appointment and cancellation policies.
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Upper East Side · New York
219A E 89th St
New York, NY 10128
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