Nail Polish in Cairns
Regular polish for nails and toes, kids colour, cut and shape, and skin shave services.
From $15
- Walk-ins welcome
- Pay in salon, no deposit
- Open 7 days
Nail Polish prices in Cairns
Polish Nails
Regular polish for fingernails with a neat colour finish.
Polish Toes
Regular polish for toenails when you want a quick colour refresh.
Nail Colour for Kids
A simple, age-appropriate polish service for kids.
Nail Cut & Shape
Trims and shapes natural nails without colour or product application.
Skin Shave
Targets built-up skin around the feet for a smoother pedicure feel.
Regular polish, shellac and gel compared
Regular polish is the cheapest and the quickest. Polish Nails is $20 and Polish Toes is $25, the colour goes straight on, and there is no lamp and no soak-off later. It chips within a few days of dishes and normal wear, so it suits an event or a colour you plan to change again soon.
Shellac is cured under a lamp and usually holds 2 to 3 weeks. Shellac on real nails is $30, shellac on toes is $35, and nails and toes together are $60. It comes off with a soak rather than a peel, and a restore starts from $5.
Gel also runs 2 to 3 weeks and adds strength behind the colour, which helps if your nails bend or split. A gel manicure is $50 and a gel full set with extensions is $65.
| Finish | Price | How long it holds |
|---|---|---|
| Polish Nails | $20 | A few days |
| Polish Toes | $25 | A few days |
| Shellac on Real Nails | $30 | 2 to 3 weeks |
| Shellac on Toes | $35 | 2 to 3 weeks |
| Gel Manicure | $50 | 2 to 3 weeks |
Kids colour and quick cut-and-shape visits
Nail Colour for Kids is $15. It is regular polish, so there is nothing to soak off at home and nothing to book a removal for.
If you only want the length taken down and the shape tidied, Nail Cut & Shape starts from $15 with no colour. Skin Shave is $20 and works on built-up skin on the feet. Both are short visits, so walk in if we have a seat free, or book online to hold a time.
What happens during a nail polish appointment?
Choose Your Service
Select the service, duration, and any relevant add-ons from the current menu before booking.
Your Appointment
The appointment is completed according to the service you booked and the finish you want on the day.
Aftercare
Follow the aftercare guidance for your service so the result wears well between visits.
How do you care for nail polish after your appointment?
Use cuticle oil regularly to keep the nail area conditioned and help your finish last well.
Avoid peeling, picking, or forcing product off. Book a refill, soak off, or removal service instead.
Wear gloves for cleaning or extended water exposure where possible.
Prices can vary for extra-long nails, complex designs, and selected add-ons.
Nail Polish questions
What other services does City Nails & Beauty offer?
Serving nearby Cairns suburbs
City Nails & Beauty is based inside Earlville Shopping Town. Check the local guide for directions, parking notes, and visit planning.