Nails

Gel Manicures & Pedicures at Melanie Richard’s Hair & Beauty Salon, Peterborough

If you have a tendency to bite your nails or have weak nails that are fragile and tend to split or break easily then why not try a luxury nail service?

At Melanie Richard’s Hair & Beauty in Peterborough, we offer a wide range of nail treatments including Gel Manicures & Pedicures. Using top brand, The Gel Bottle, our expert nail technicians can keep your hands & feet looking in tip-top shape.

Hard Gel Nail Extensions – Strong, Flexible & Vegan Friendly

Looking for long, beautiful nails that last? Hard gel extensions offer a strong, healthier alternative to traditional acrylic nails, providing long-lasting results with a flexible, natural feel.
Unlike regular polish, hard gel is much more durable, making it ideal for those who want added strength without compromising nail health. It's also more flexible than acrylic, allowing it to bend with your natural nail and making it less likely to chip or break under pressure, perfect for everyday wear.

Before your hard gel appointment, please note that any existing acrylic nails must be removed, as we work exclusively with gel-based systems to protect the natural nail plate.
At your appointment, you'll be able to choose your desired shape and length, giving you full control over your final look. Whether you're after an elegant almond or a sharp stiletto, we’ve got you covered. All our nail treatments also include cuticle work, ensuring a clean, tidy nail plate and the perfect base for a flawless application.
We proudly use Halo products, which are: Non-abrasive to the natural nail, Vegan-friendly -  no animal-derived ingredients and Cruelty-free, never tested on animals.

Builder Gel is a thicker gel that strengthens and protects your natural nails, encouraging healthy growth. It’s especially ideal for nail biters or anyone looking to grow out shorter nails. It is more resilient than regular polish and can be worn in natural shades or topped with gel polish for a sleek finish.

Please note: We only offer nail extensions with Hard Gel. The Gel Bottle is designed for overlaying and strengthening your natural nails, not for extensions.

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Builder Gel On Natural Nails

Builder gel is the newest intervention for strong natural nail growth. It’s a durable gel that’s applied to your natural nails to allow them to grow while having beautifully painted gel nails that lasts longer than gel polish alone. However, you can also have builder gel on your nails without having colour on them, perfect for any profession or style.

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Manicures

Gel Manicures

french polish gel nails at melanie richards hair and beauty salon peterboroughThere is nothing quite like a relaxing, professional manicure to give you a confidence boost! Manicures offer a great way to relax and are an excellent means of improving the health of your nails and skin, while also leaving your hands looking beautifully groomed. Manicures typically include cuticle care, nail shaping, and are finished with a personalised colour or design.

Luxury Gel Manicure

At the start of every luxury gel manicure, you will have the choice of the wide range of gel colours that we offer. While you are picking, the therapist will begin with filing your nails to your desired shape before moving to any cuticle work needed and the application of the gel polish.

During your luxury manicure, you will receive a gentle exfoliation of the hands with a luxury scrub. A mask will then be applied to the hands in the treatment and placed into the heated hand mittens to help hydrate and nourish your skin. The treatment will be finished with a hand and arm massage and finally cuticle oil to finish off the look and hydrate your cuticles.

Pedicures

During a gel pedicure once the filing, cuticle work and gel polish application has been carried out, your feet will be left to relax while they soak to help soften the feet ready for the therapist the then start rasping which will help to remove any hard skin you may have around the heel or ball of your feet.

After the rasping, the therapist will then use a fresh foot scrub to help remove any excess dead skin cells, leaving your feet feeling smooth. Once the scrub has been washed off, your feet shall be dried before a foot and leg massage begins to relax you, helping with lower leg muscle tension and hydrating and nourishing the feet.

To finish off the pedicure, cuticle oil is applied to help nourish the cuticles.

Luxury Gel Pedicure

When having a luxury pedicure, the same steps of a regular pedicure will be applied, however a moisturising mask will be applied before the feet are placed into heated booties to also the mask to soak into and hydrate the feet.

Gel Polish On Toes

Enjoy long-lasting perfect nails with our fantastic gel nail polishes. Ideal if you are fed up with nail polish that chips and smudges. Gel nails are hardened under a safe ultraviolet lamp in super-fast time and generally last between two and three weeks. Ideal for that quick pop of colour between appointments.

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Book Your Appointment

We can keep your nails in tip-top condition and looking beautiful. If you are after long-lasting gorgeous nails, get in touch and we will advise you on the best options to suit your needs.

From a quick file & paint service to a long-lasting gel manicure and pedicure – the nail technicians at Melanie Richard’s are on hand to help. Book your beauty service by calling our Peterborough beauty salon on 01733 553600 or book online.

*Please note that some images may display nail art. This is an additional service which will incur a charge.

 

Nail Treatments FAQs

How should I prepare for my nail appointment?

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Please arrive with clean hands and natural nails free from regular or gel polish. Your nail plates should be clean, with minimal to no dirt under your nails. This helps ensure a smooth and hygienic treatment process.

Can I still have my nails done if I have a cut or injury?

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If you have a small cut, your therapist can work around the area with extra care. However, for more serious cuts, wounds, or broken skin, we recommend waiting until the area is fully healed before booking your appointment to avoid further irritation or risk of infection.

Are there any reasons I shouldn’t have a nail appointment?

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Yes. Please avoid booking if you are experiencing any of the following conditions until they have been treated:

  • Fungal infections

  • Severe psoriasis of the hands

  • Allergies to any products used in the treatment

  • Warts

  • Impetigo

  • Scabies

 

These are considered contraindications, and having a treatment during this time could cause further issues or risk cross-contamination.

Do I have to talk during my appointment?

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Not at all. Your comfort is our priority. You can request a silent appointment either before or at the start of your treatment. In this case, your therapist will only speak when necessary to discuss your nails or treatment preferences.