N.I.C. NAIL SALON

3/F, Times Square Building, Sukhumvit Rd., 02-250-0322/-3. Open Mon-Sat 9:30am-6:30pm.www.nicnail.com
Open since 1991, this long-standing nail salon features nail sculpting and lengthening with gel or acrylic nails, manicure and pedicure spa service, as well as hand and foot masks with prices ranging from B300 for a 30-minute shoulder massage to B4,000 for a full-set of gel artificials. Try their new anti-aging hand treatments for B600 or heal the sole with a paraffin foot mask at B900.

GRANDE NAIL-THE NAIL RESORT

13 Sukhumvit Soi 63, 02-714-1015/-6. Open daily 10am-6:30pm. www.grandenail.com
You had best make a reservation, as this beautiful retreat for fingertips and toes has its regulars. Set in a converted house with lush, pebbled gardens and inviting interior, this “nail resort” features a glasshouse-like room to the side that offers a view of a beautiful garden with a running fountain. Savor the tranquility while you sit back in the specially designed chairs. Prices range from B100 to B5,000. Nail extensions start at B1,900. B200 for basic color paint.

TENTEN NAIL SALON

2/F TenTen bldg., 593/2 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-261-3832/-5. BTS Phrom Phong. Open daily 9am-7pm.
Also housing a hair salon, the place’s main feature is the US-imported Crystal Pipe System nail spa chairs worth a cool B240,000 each and designed for ultimate hygiene. TenTen uses OPI products, imported from the US. The painting is done in a separate room with its own ventilation system. Full manicures are B500, or spend B900 for manicure and pedicure. For a complete OPI manicure and pedicure which includes a mask treatment, count B1,800.