✦ private nail artist

the cure for
basic nails

cureate is a private nail studio dedicated to precision, creativity, and self-expression. every set is crafted with care and designed just for you.

French tip nail set with 3d flowers
Lina, nail artist at Cureate

your style,
curated.

cureate is a private nail studio dedicated to the art of the individual. every set is painted by hand to reflect your personal style.

from precise prep to detailed, freehand art on every nail, i take the time required to achieve perfection. no rushed sets, just an experience tailored specifically to you.

✦ the maker

artist lina
specialty custom gel-x and freehand nail art
the vibe low-key, laid-back, and intentional. just a calm, private space to slow down, sit back, and give your nails the dedicated time they deserve.

portfolio

Y2K aura nail set
y2k auragel set · nail art
Black and yellow butterfly nail art
monarchnail art · gel set
Sakura blossom nail art
sakura blossomnail art
Chocolate star and cheetah nail art
chocolate starsnail art · gel set
Cherry girl nail art
cherry girlnail art · gel set
Elm Street horror nail art
elm streetnail art · gel set
Monochrome pixel nail set
monochrome pixelnail art · gel set
Blue gradient flower nail art
blue gardennail art · gel set
Spiderman nail art
miles & peternail art · gel set
Red rhinestone prom nails
red promnail art · gel set
Gold star French tips
gold star frenchnail art · gel set
Star girl press-on set
star girlpress-on set
Y2K cosmos press-on set
y2k cosmospress-on set

what's
offered

every service is designed entirely around you and your needs. inspo or no inspo, you'll get exactly what you're looking for. final pricing is based on design and time, and will be discussed and confirmed before the appointment.

book an appointment
✦ nail art is priced as an add-on to any service. choose your tier. final pricing is based on design and time, and will be discussed and confirmed before the appointment.
natural nails +
natural nail manicure
prep, shaping, and cuticle care for bare, healthy nails. a clean foundation, beautifully finished.
$25 book →
gel manicure
natural nail prep finished with a flawless solid gel polish application. long-lasting colour with a high-shine result.
from $35 book →
structured gel manicure
natural nail prep finished with a builder gel overlay for added strength and structure, topped with gel polish.
from $55 book →
extensions & maintenance +
gel-x set
full-coverage soft gel extensions with complete nail prep and a solid gel finish. customisable in length, shape, and colour.
from $70 book →
gel-x fill-in
structure rebalancing and reinforcement for an existing gel-x set. recommended every 2–3 weeks. available for cureate sets only — no foreign work.
from $60 book →
the art menu +
solid
a single gel shade applied across all nails. clean, intentional, complete.
$15 book →
minimal
a curated mix of solid colour with subtle accent details on select fingers (fewer than 5). understated and considered.
$40 book →
detailed
artwork extending across all fingers — french tips, abstract line work, aura gradients, multi-coloured solid sets, and more. designed with intention.
$60 book →
intricate
multi-layered or time-intensive art for those who want everything. heavy 3d sculpting, charms, cat eye, chrome, and complex combinations. crafted nail by nail.
$80 book →
removals +
✦ $5 off when booked with any other service (excluding naked manicure)
standard gel removal
100% acetone soak.
$15 book →
builder gel removal
100% acetone soak.
$25 book →
gel-x removal
100% acetone soak.
$25 book →
press-on nail removal
warm water, oil and soap soak.
$10 book →
foreign removal
work done by a previous technician.
$35 book →
custom retail +
custom press-ons
hand-crafted, fully designed gel-x nails sized to your exact measurements. reusable and packaged with complete application and removal care instructions. made to order.
priced based on design get pricing →

questions
& answers

everything you need to know before your appointment. if you can't find what you're looking for, just drop me a message. dm me on instagram for the fastest reply!

please arrive with clean, polish-free nails unless you are booking a removal. avoid applying any heavy oils, creams, or lotion on the day of. please note that if you arrive with product on your nails without a removal booked, your appointment may be rescheduled or cancelled.

about 2–4 weeks, depending on your daily routine and nail growth. to keep your sets looking perfect and your natural nails safe, it's best to book a fresh set every 2-3 weeks.

yes, removal is available on its own or as an add-on. please make sure to add it to your booking if you're coming in with a previous set (whether it's from me or someone else) so we can account for the extra time.

yes! and if you don't have a specific photo in mind, we can always figure out something that works for you.

please give me at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. cancelling within that 48-hour window means your deposit is non-refundable. deposits for no-shows are also non-refundable. life happens, so just let me know as soon as you can. you can check the policy page for more details.

let's talk
nails

have a question or want to discuss before committing? drop me a message here in the form or use any of the socials listed below. dm me on instagram for the fastest reply! to book an appointment, use the booking form above.