So everyone throws around the word "Shellac" like we do Kleenex and Tylenol when we may mean something broader like no chip nail polish, tissue or pain killer.
Today, I learned that Shellac is just a brand of gel nail polish...perhaps this isn't news to anyone but me. Apparently many other nail companies have their own version of "shellac".
Examples:
CND are the makers of Shellac
Harmony makes Gelish
OPI makes GelColor
Well here's better news, Envy carries such a wide variety of gel nail polish brands and colors that you'll be spending more time choosing a color than the manicure itself! I was completely overwhelmed when selecting a color for my nails.
And wait for it, wait for it, you can mix and match between brands. I used an OPI color as my base color and chose a Harmony silvery glitter to go on top of that. Results - bright pink with glitter on top that should last for 2 weeks, in other words - perfection.
The nail technicians are talented, patient, and precise - I was very impressed with the care they took while doing my nails. They were friendly and efficient and the service was extremely affordable.
I learned that there's a South Hills location in Mt. Lebo which I want to check out since that's closer to home for me.
P.S. I made an appointment. I can see how this place would get crowded in the evenings and weekends as there was a steady flow on a Thursday afternoon.