Tug 1947 Posted June 10, 2014 #1 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Hi Hope somebody can help does the spa on Sea Princess remove and or apply Shellac nail polish. Was going to have it done before I start cruising but if my nails grow too much would want it removed. Thanks:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lintywhite Posted June 10, 2014 #2 Share Posted June 10, 2014 I had shellac nails done on the Sea Princess in February. Although I didn't get any removed, I'm sure they do that too as I was asked if I needed it done when booking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug 1947 Posted June 10, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Hi Thank you so much now I know I wont need to have ratty nails. Thanks:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lintywhite Posted June 10, 2014 #4 Share Posted June 10, 2014 The technician did a good job. It was a bit more expensive than Brisbane prices. I found the price listed in the brochure wasn't what was charged at the end as they add on an automatic tip of about 15% so keep that in mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare OzKiwiJJ Posted June 10, 2014 #5 Share Posted June 10, 2014 It's easy enough to remove yourself. You need some acetone nail polish remover, some small cotton balls and some squares of foil just big enough to wrap around each of your fingers. Soak the cotton ball in remover, place on nail and wrap in foil. Do one hand at a time. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. The Shellac polish should just come off but any stubborn bits can be "encouraged" by gently scraping with a wooden manicure stick. Buff nails gently after removal. This also works with OPI GelCoat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GweninTX Posted June 10, 2014 #6 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Plan to pay a LOT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKS Posted June 10, 2014 #7 Share Posted June 10, 2014 First, and only, time I allowed myself to be convinced to have shellac nails was for a 3-week cruise. When I had to have it taken off onboard (no new coat applied) it cost $85!!! And that was several years ago. Why not do your own for your cruise. You have ample free time, and it costs a LOT less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoyosma Posted June 10, 2014 #8 Share Posted June 10, 2014 I paid $45 to have a shellac manicure on the Royal Princess in March. I was on board for 2 weeks and near the end one of my nails snagged, too short to cut off. It was fixed for free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindy97 Posted June 11, 2014 #9 Share Posted June 11, 2014 Don't know if this is of use to you or not. I generally have my nails done two days before I leave home (for a 14-day or so cruise). I have been having them painted in a "fade" the last few times. A "fade" is like a French nail polish, except the part that would be white is polished with color. You can do them this way with regular polish or gel, but I think gel is a waste in this case. Because the bottom part of the polish job is "natural" colored, the growth does not show much at all. M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare OzKiwiJJ Posted June 11, 2014 #10 Share Posted June 11, 2014 My gel manicures last three weeks. I usually wear bright colours. Sure, there is some growth but from a distance it really isn't noticeable, people just see the splash of colour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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