Guides & reads
Honest, local guides to picking salons, services, and nail care in Santa Monica.
Gel-X Aftercare in Santa Monica: A Local's Coastal Guide
How to keep Gel-X nails intact through Santa Monica's salt air, beach days, and Pilates routines — practical aftercare from an Ocean Park to Montana Ave perspective.
Gel-X Nails in Santa Monica: What to Expect on Cost & Time
A local editor's look at Gel-X nails in Santa Monica — how the service fits beach life, what shapes are popular, and realistic timing for appointments.
Gel-X Nails in Santa Monica: A Local Guide to Soft Gel Extensions
How Gel-X soft gel extensions hold up to Santa Monica's beach days, yoga schedules, and Montana Avenue lunches — plus where locals get them done.