A gradient, a French edge, or a small detail on one or two nails. A good first set if you like soft, glossy color.
Gradient or French edge
One or two accent nails
Chrome or glaze finish
Adds about 1 hr
Detailed
Hand-painted art on most nails: florals, lines, small characters and layered color.
Art on most nails
Two or three colors in one design
Small gems on a few nails
Adds 1 hr 30 min or more
Full
Art on every nail, mixed finishes and small charms, planned from your reference photo.
Art on every nail
Mixed finishes and charms
Book it with a reference sent ahead
Why it takes time
Every layer is cured
Gel is built in thin layers, and each one is cured under a lamp. That is why a plain color takes about an hour and a detailed set takes an afternoon.
We tell you the time when we plan your set, so you can book the afternoon you need.
Plain gel color: about 1 hour
Soft-gel extensions: about 2 hours before art
Art: 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes or more on top
Before you sit down
Bring a reference, any reference
A screenshot, a saved post, a photo of a sweater. This is how it becomes a set.
Step 1: Send the picture
Text or email a photo of the look you like, and one of your hands in daylight if you can.
Step 2: We plan it with you
We reply with the level, length and shape that suit your nails, and the time to hold.
Step 3: Book the time
Choose a slot on the booking page that fits the time we planned. There is no deposit.
Step 4: Sit back
We build the set by hand and show you before the final top coat. Small changes on the day are fine; bigger ones may add time, and we tell you first.
The artists
Two artists, one small studio
Minah and Jaewon both speak Korean and English. Tell us which you prefer when you book.
Minah Eom
Owner and nail artist
Manicurist license · NJ Lic. 000000
Minah opened Neon for people who arrive with a screenshot. She does soft-gel extensions and full art sets, from pastel gradients to chrome. She speaks Korean and English.
A level is how much art goes on the set, measured in time: simple adds about 30 minutes, detailed about an hour, and full an hour and a half or more. The design guide shows what each looks like.
How far ahead should I book?
Detailed and full sets take more time, so book them a week or two ahead and send your reference when you do. A plain gel manicure needs less planning.
Do you speak Korean?
Yes. Minah and Jaewon both speak Korean and English, and you can tell us which you prefer when you book.
Can I bring a picture?
Please do. Text or email it before your visit. We work from your reference, and we tell you if any part of it can’t be done on your nails.
Do you take walk-ins?
No. Neon is by appointment only, so each set gets the time it needs.
Choose a time
Pick a slot on the booking page, then text us your reference photo. We reply with the plan and the time to hold.
