Questions we hear most

We are at 60 King Rd, Unit 202, Richmond Hill, ON L4E 1A3, in the Oak Ridges neighbourhood just west of Yonge Street, on the second floor. See our Richmond Hill page for neighbourhoods we serve and directions.

Clients visit us from across Richmond Hill, including Oak Ridges, Lake Wilcox, Jefferson, Bond Lake, Mill Pond and Richmond Hill Centre, and from nearby King City, Aurora, Newmarket, Vaughan, Thornhill and Markham. We are a short drive up Yonge Street from most of York Region.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We are closed on Sundays.

Book online any time through Vagaro, or call or text us at 365 553 8902 during studio hours. We work by appointment so the studio stays calm and your time is protected.

Paradisse Studio is a small women-led team of three. Angely, our founder, is a multiple-time certified nail technician with more than seven years of experience who specializes in Russian manicures, nail art and pedicures. Sofiia is our Russian manicure specialist with more than five years of experience. Leslie is our pedicure specialist and a certified spray tan artist and lash lift technician. Meet the team.

Call or text 365 553 8902, email Paradisestudio.ca@gmail.com, or message us on Instagram. For bookings, Vagaro is fastest.

Yes. When you book on Vagaro you can choose your technician, or text us at 365 553 8902 and we will match you with the right person for your service.

Please do. Screenshots, Pinterest boards and colour references all help us understand exactly what you want, whether it is a soft everyday set or detailed nail art. How to pick the right nail colour.

Yes. Many brides and bridal parties visit us before the big day for gel manicures, French manicures, pedicures, lash extensions and spray tans. Read our bridal nail care timeline, then book online.

A small team you will actually get to know, Russian manicure specialists, immaculate prep, and rituals like a cream massage and warm towel wrap with every manicure and pedicure. Clients tell us it feels like a moment for themselves, not a rush. Read client reviews.

Yes, it is our specialty. A Russian (dry) manicure skips the soak and uses fine cuticle scissors and nippers for meticulous cuticle work, so the gel sits flush against the cuticle for a cleaner look that grows out beautifully and lasts longer. Angely and Sofiia are both trained in this technique. See nail services and prices.

A gel manicure is $55, a regular polish manicure is $25 and a gel French manicure is $60. Gel manicure with nail art starts at $60 and gel extensions are $65. Every manicure includes shaping, cuticle care, a cream massage and a warm towel wrap. View the full nail menu.

A regular polish pedicure is $50 and a gel pedicure is $60, both with a warm soak, exfoliating scrub, electric callus care, cream massage and warm towel wrap. Quick polish changes are $25 for regular and $30 for gel. Manicure and pedicure combos run from $75 to $120. See pedicure options.

With careful prep and good aftercare, a gel manicure from Paradisse Studio typically lasts two to three weeks without chipping. Daily cuticle oil and gloves for dishes help it last even longer. Read our gel aftercare tips.

Both are healthy when applied and removed properly. Gel lasts two to three weeks with a glossy, chip-resistant finish; regular polish is quick to change and removes in seconds. Many clients alternate between the two. Read our honest comparison.

Yes. Nail art starts at $5 and can be added to any service, from delicate details to bold personalized designs. Chrome finishes and French tips start at $5. Angely and Sofiia both love detailed nail art. See nail add-ons.

Yes. Our lightweight gel extensions are $65, shaped and blended to your hands with a high-gloss finish, cream massage and hot towel wrap included. Everything to know about gel extensions.

Never peel it off. Gently buff the shiny top layer, soak with acetone-saturated cotton wrapped in foil for 10 to 15 minutes, then ease the softened gel away with a wooden stick. Or simply book a removal with us. Step-by-step guide.

Gel clients usually return every two to three weeks; regular polish clients every one to two weeks. Even without polish, a monthly manicure keeps cuticles healthy and nails conditioned. Find your rhythm.

A gel manicure ($55) applies gel polish to your natural nails. Gel extensions ($65) build lightweight, durable length and shape on top of your nails, then finish with gel. Extensions are ideal if your nails struggle to grow long. Learn about gel extensions.

Yes. Our gel French manicure is $60: a soft pink or nude base with crisp white tips and a glossy, chip-resistant finish, plus cream massage and warm towel wrap. See nail services.

Yes. A gel pedicure polish change is $30 and a regular pedicure colour change is $25, each with trimming, shaping and filing. See pedicure options.

Yes, when it is done by a trained technician. The technique removes only the dead cuticle tissue with precise tools and never forces or over-cuts the living skin, which is why Angely and Sofiia trained specifically in it. Why cuticles matter.

Arrive with clean, polish-free nails if you can, skip cutting your cuticles at home, and bring any inspiration photos. If you are wearing gel from elsewhere, book a removal with your service. Prep tips for a flawless manicure.

Round and squoval are low-maintenance and hard to break; almond and oval elongate the fingers; square and coffin make a statement and usually work best on extensions. We will help you choose in the chair. Find your shape.

Yes. A classic lash extension full set is $105, applied one lash at a time for a natural, fluttery look. Fills are $50 at two weeks and $65 at three weeks. We also offer lash lifts for a natural curl without extensions. See lash services.

Eyebrow shaping is $15, eyebrow tint is $15 and eyebrow wax and tint together is $25. We also offer brow lamination, priced on request. See brow services.

Yes. Upper lip and nostril waxing are $10 each, eyebrow and upper lip is $25, eyebrow and nostril is $20, and the full eyebrow, nostril and lip combo is $30. Precise and gentle every time. See waxing prices.

Our airbrush spray tans are hand-applied and matched to your undertone for a streak-free, sun-kissed glow with zero UV. The standard spray tan is $60. The Express is $75, lets you rinse in as little as three to four hours and includes a take-home maintenance product to lock in colour for up to 14 days. See spray tan options.

Classic lash extensions shed naturally with your own lashes, so most clients book a fill every two to three weeks: $50 at two weeks or $65 at three weeks. Keep them dry for the first day, avoid oil-based products around the eyes and brush them gently each morning. See lash services.

A lash lift curls and lifts your own natural lashes, with nothing added, for a fresh, open-eyed look that lasts several weeks. Lash extensions add individual lashes for extra length and fullness. Leslie is our certified lash lift technician. Compare lash options.

Exfoliate and shave the day before, arrive with clean skin free of lotion, deodorant or makeup, and wear loose, dark clothing to leave in. With our Express tan you can rinse in as little as three to four hours. See spray tan options.

Brow lamination smooths and sets your brow hairs upward and into place for a fuller, fluffier, perfectly groomed look that lasts for weeks, with no daily gel needed. It pairs beautifully with a tint. Priced on request. See brow services.

Brow tint typically lasts three to six weeks depending on your skin, hair growth and how often you exfoliate. Eyebrow tint is $15, or $25 combined with waxing. See brow prices.

Peeling usually comes from dryness, harsh removal or filing back and forth. Daily cuticle oil, gloves for wet work and gentle one-direction filing let healthy new growth come in. Read the full guide.

Protect them from water and chemicals, moisturize daily with cuticle oil and hand cream, file gently and give them time; new growth takes two to three months to show. Our strengthening routine.

Keep it simple: mild soap, dry hands fully, cuticle oil nightly, gloves for dishes and never use your nails as tools. Beginner's guide and between-visit care.

Cold, dry air is a nail's biggest seasonal challenge. Hydrate more than you think you need, wear gloves outside every time and keep your length sensible until spring. Winter nail care tips.

White spots are usually minor knocks from weeks ago and grow out harmlessly. Vertical ridges are a normal part of getting older. Neither needs treatment, but a professional manicure keeps them looking smooth. Understanding nail ridges and seven signs your nails need care.

Expect them to feel thin at first. Hydrate relentlessly with cuticle oil twice a day, take a short polish break if you can, keep nails short while they recover and file gently in one direction. Our recovery plan.

Cuticle oil keeps the nail plate and surrounding skin flexible and hydrated, which prevents peeling, hangnails and breakage and helps gel last longer. Once or twice a day makes a visible difference within weeks. Why cuticle oil is the secret.

Protein, biotin-rich foods like eggs, nuts and sweet potatoes, iron from leafy greens and lentils, and zinc from seeds all support stronger nails over time. Consistency matters more than any single food. The best foods for nails.

Apply cuticle oil daily but wipe it off the design, wear gloves for cleaning, avoid picking, and book a top-coat refresh if the shine fades. Nail art aftercare tips.

Redness, swelling, warmth or pain around the nail, or a nail that lifts or changes colour. Keep the skin around your nails intact, never cut cuticles harshly, and see a professional if something feels off. A simple safety guide.