42 WEST 28TH ST, FLOOR 3, NYC
Designed for Midtown schedules: waterless nail preparation, tailored shaping, and your selected finish completed at our West 28th Street salon.
Midtown · NYC
| Service | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Gel Polish | up to 105 min | $120 |
| Hard Gel / Builder Gel | up to 110 min | $150 |
| Japanese Manicure | up to 75 min | $100 |
| Regular Polish | up to 75 min | $100 |
| ECO (NO POLISH) MANICURE | up to 50 min | $90 |
| Nail Extensions | up to 150 min | $230 |
| Gel-X | up to 150 min | $230 |
| Refill | up to 120 min | $180 |
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Gel Removal | $20 |
| Acrylic Removal / Dip Powder | $40 |
| French | $35 |
| Lux Spa | $40 |
| Fix 1 Nail | $15 |
| Design 1 Nail | $7+ |
| Design 10 Nails | $60+ |
| Extension 1 Nail | $20 |
| Cat Eye / Chrome | $30 |
| Ombre | $40 |
| Straighten Hard Gel | $30 |
Nail-art pricing varies by detail and can be quoted before the appointment.
Our West 28th Street studio is convenient from Midtown South: take the R or W to 28 St, the 1 to 28 St, or walk down from 34 St–Herald Sq.
The appointment begins on dry nails. The technician refines the surrounding folds, shapes the free edge, and prepares an even base before applying the finish chosen for your nail condition.
Choose a slim gel color for firm natural nails, a structural overlay for extra reinforcement, or an uncoated ECO or Japanese finish. The complete Russian manicure guide explains every option in more detail.
Planning an after-work visit? Reserve ahead and include existing-product removal, repairs, or nail art in the booking. That lets us assign the correct appointment length before you arrive.
Compare finishes by purpose, structure, timing, and Regular Nail Tech price. Select the card that best matches your natural nails and the result you want.
$120 up to 105 min
Detailed waterless preparation followed by a thin gel color application on the natural nail.
Best for: firm natural nails that need color and a low-profile finish rather than structural reinforcement.
$150 up to 110 min
A rigid overlay used to build balanced architecture, reinforce weak points, and support repairs or length.
Best for: flexible or frequently breaking nails that need a firmer framework.
$150 up to 110 min
A leveling builder layer that adds flexible support while keeping the enhancement on the natural nail.
Best for: uneven or bendable natural nails that benefit from a smoother, supported surface.
$90 up to 50 min
Waterless cuticle and shape detailing finished with a clean, bare nail plate—no color or curing lamp.
Best for: anyone who prefers an understated, coating-free manicure.
$100 up to 75 min
Natural nail preparation completed with conditioning pastes and buffing for a subtle, uncoated shine.
Best for: a groomed natural look with gentle sheen rather than applied color.
$100 up to 75 min
Dry detailing paired with traditional air-dry lacquer, giving color without a gel system.
Best for: clients who want removable classic lacquer and shorter-term color wear.
$230 up to 150 min
A new sculpted set that creates the requested length and silhouette with hard builder material.
Best for: starting fresh with more length, a different shape, or consistent proportions.
$180 up to 120 min
Maintenance for a sound existing set: grown-out product is rebalanced and the extension architecture is restored.
Best for: wearers whose current extensions can be safely maintained instead of replaced.
$230 up to 150 min
Full-cover soft-gel tips applied after dry preparation for consistent length and a streamlined shape.
Best for: clients seeking immediate, even length through a tip-based system.
Sculpted extensions use hard builder gel with upper or lower forms.
4-5 weeks of clean results
For Midtown schedules, appointment quality matters: the technique takes more time than a regular manicure because every nail is cleaned, shaped, and finished with more detail.
Read a few recent client favorites, then open Google reviews to browse more feedback about manicure, gel nails, and pedicure services at Darlings Beauty Lab.
Lauren Green
"As other reviews indicate, this is the best manicure and pedicure experience I have had in the city. Everyone is accommodating and goes out of their way to make sure everything is perfect. Very much worth the price. I have tried other salons in the area, but Darlings stands out in every aspect. I have seen several different nail techs here, and they are all wonderful. Olha is incredible. The 5-star average speaks for itself."
Dairely Ynfante Lantigua
"I had the best manicure experience at this salon. The attention to detail is incredible — my cuticles have never looked so clean, and my nails came out flawless and long-lasting. The salon is clean, professional, and uses high-quality products. My technician was skilled, gentle, and took her time to shape my nails perfectly. I also loved how long the gel lasted compared to regular manicures I have gotten elsewhere. I am definitely coming back!"
Marbellis Fernandez
"I am so impressed with Darlings Beauty Lab. The manicure service is next-level. The shaping is perfect, the prep work is meticulous, and the results last weeks without chipping. I will definitely be returning!"
Liz Petrella
"Best Russian manicure in the city. Always so happy with how my nails turn out. Everyone is so kind too."
Courtney Moore
"Thank you so much for my first ever Russian manicure. I absolutely love it and it was an incredible experience with an incredible team."
Sara B
"This was the first place I had a Russian mani and pedi, and after trying three other places, this is still the absolute best. Definitely will be back."
Paige Davila
"Best manicure I have had in a long time. Super clean, incredibly detailed, and my nails have never looked better. Lasted weeks without a chip. Highly recommend!"
Ivelise Morales
"My nails have never looked so clean and polished. Super professional, cozy vibe, and the results are chef's kiss. Definitely my new go-to spot!"
Hailley Goldman
"Darlings Beauty Lab is a must-visit if you are looking for high-quality gel nails. The manicure and pedicure are done with so much care. Easily one of the best salons I have visited."
Annalise Zimmermann
"Absolutely loved my Russian mani and pedi. The attention to detail was amazing, and my nails never looked so clean and polished. Super professional. My go to spot now."
Jessie Hudgins
"One of the best salons I have visited. The manicure technique makes such a huge difference — my cuticles grow back so slowly, and my gel nails stay flawless. Beautiful studio and amazing service."
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We safely remove any previous gel polish or extensions, keeping your nails healthy and intact.
The cuticle area is cleaned and perfected using a dry technique with specialized tools.
Nails are shaped and buffed to the desired length and form.
A rubber base is applied to strengthen the nails and create a smooth foundation.
At this step, the specialist either leaves the nails natural or applies the chosen finish: regular polish, gel polish, hard gel, builder gel, or a special buffing paste for Japanese manicure.
Any design or top coat is added, and the nails are sealed for durability.
Reusable manicure tools follow our medical-grade sterilization sequence after every client: disinfection, ultrasonic cleaning, thorough drying, sealed pouches, autoclave processing, and protected storage.
How the sterilization process works
Disinfection
Used metal tools enter an approved disinfecting solution for the required contact time.
Ultrasonic cleaning
Ultrasonic action lifts fine debris and remaining service residue before tools are rinsed and dried.
Reusable instruments go through disinfection, ultrasonic cleaning, sealed packaging, autoclave sterilization, and protected storage before your service.
At our salon, we use only the highest-quality premium materials and TPO-free products. We offer a unique palette of classic shades designed to satisfy even the most discerning clients.
Our team continually develops its skills through advanced training, keeping up with new techniques and the latest nail trends.
We focus on lasting, beautiful results, with careful preparation, refined shapes, and precision in every detail.
Our salon is located in the heart of New York City at 42 West 28th Street, Floor 3, New York, NY 10001.
At Darlings Beauty Lab, clients can book manicure and pedicure services, nail extensions, heel care, and 4 Hands appointments.
Darlings Beauty Lab brings together skilled nail professionals across manicure, pedicure, extensions, and heel care, so clients can handle all of their nail-care needs in one salon.
You can book by phone, SMS, social media, or online, whichever is most convenient for you.
We are open daily, including weekends, which makes scheduling easy for clients with busy calendars.
We offer a 4-day guarantee period for manicure and pedicure from the date the service is provided.
Need to know
Instead of soaking the hands, the technician prepares the nail folds on dry skin with an e-file. This makes it possible to refine the proximal and side areas, place the finish closer to the cuticle line, and create a neater-looking grow-out.
The finish may continue to look polished for 4 to 5 weeks, depending on growth and daily wear. We generally recommend returning every 2 to 3 weeks so length, balance, and nail condition can be maintained appropriately.
A trained nail technician first evaluates the nails and surrounding skin, chooses controlled e-file settings, and works with properly processed reusable instruments. We do not perform the service over injured, inflamed, or infected skin.
No. The appointment should feel controlled and comfortable. Tell your technician immediately if an area feels sharp or unusually sensitive so the technique can be adjusted or the work on that area can stop.
Yes. Mention sensitivity before the service begins so the technician can use a lighter approach. If the skin is broken or actively inflamed, postponing or modifying the appointment may be the safer choice.
Gel polish suits naturally firm nails when the goal is color and a slim finish. Hard gel is the more supportive option for nails that flex, split, break easily, or need help holding their shape.
Gel polish is primarily a color coating. Hard gel creates a structural overlay, allowing the technician to reinforce weak areas, rebalance the nail, and support repairs or added length.
Simple natural-finish maintenance may take 50 to 75 minutes. Gel, hard gel, refill, and extension appointments usually require 105 to 150 minutes, depending on the booked service and any removal or design work.
A refill is appropriate when the existing extension material remains sound and only the grown-out structure needs rebalancing. Choose a new set when there is no existing set, the structure is compromised, or you want a major change in length or shape.
Choose ECO for precise dry cuticle care and a clean matte nail with no coating. Choose Japanese Manicure when you also want the natural plate conditioned and buffed to a subtle sheen without gel or traditional polish.
Extensions make sense when you want extra length, a different silhouette, or a uniform look across broken or uneven nails. If your natural length already works for you, a gel or structural overlay is usually sufficient.
Our medical-grade sterilization workflow includes disinfection, ultrasonic cleaning, complete drying, sealed pouches, autoclave processing, and protected storage until the appointment.
Yes. Preparation can be adapted to the condition of a thin nail plate, and the technician may suggest hard gel when additional support would be more appropriate than a color-only coating.
Removal of another salon’s gel polish is $20. Acrylic or dip powder removal is $40. Select the required removal when booking so the appointment includes enough time.
Take the R or W to 28 St, the 1 to 28 St, or walk south from 34 St–Herald Sq. The salon is at 42 West 28th Street, Floor 3, within a short walk of Midtown South.
