Nail Set Prices in Belgium 2026: How Much Do Semi-Permanent, Gel, Baby Boomer & Nail Art Cost? | LuluNails

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How much does a manicure cost in Belgium in 2026? Semi-permanent, gel, Baby Boomer, French manicure, removal and extensions: d&discover the prices and what influences them with LuluNails.

Would you like to have your nails done but aren’t sure how much to budget for a manicure in Belgium?

The price can vary significantly depending on the service you choose.

A semi-permanent polish on natural nails doesn’t require the same amount of work as a gel build, a Baby Boomer, a precise French manicure or an extra-long set.

The price may also vary depending on:

length, technique, nail art, top-ups, removal and the time taken.

In this guide, LuluNails Belgium explains what actually determines the price ofa nail service and how to compare the different techniques properly.

How much does a set of nails cost in Belgium in 2026?

There is no single price that applies to all salons in Belgium.

The price depends, in particular, on:

• the technique;
• the length;
• the condition of the nails;
• the time required;
• the products used;
• the level of nail art;
• the technician’s experience;
• the location;
• any necessary corrections or repairs.

That is why you should first compare the exact service and not simply look for &‘the cheapest nail application’.

LuluNails nail prices in Liège: current example

At the time of writing this guide, the official LuluNails website lists the following prices, amongst others:

These rates correspond to the prices currently displayed by LuluNails and are subject to change. The pagealso states that an additional charge of €10 to €20 may be applied depending on the size of the nails.

LuluNails Nail Services and Prices

Why is a semi-permanent manicurecheaper than a gel manicure?

The difference mainly lies in the amount of work required.

Semi-permanent nail polish

A standard application usually includes:

preparation → Base Coat → colour → Top Coat.

It mainly colours the natural nail.

The technician does not usually need to build a full extension or create a complex nail structure.

At LuluNails, semi-permanent nail varnish is currently priced at €25. LuluNails

Gel application

A gel build may require:

• preparation;
• tips or templates depending on the technique;
• Build-up gel;
• creation of the apex;
• shaping;
• curing;
• filing;
• shaping;
• colour;
• finishing.

The time taken, the amount of material used and the technique employed therefore vary.

How much does a semi-permanent manicure cost?

Semi-permanent manicures are generally one of the most affordable services.

However, not all semi-permanent applications require exactly the same amount of work.

A simple nude colour may be quicker than an application involving:

French Nail Art Chrome repairs.

The starting price therefore often corresponds to a classic colour.

When you book an appointment, always check what’s included:

• preparation;
• removal of the old application;
• colour;
• nail art;
• repairs;
• French manicure.

At LuluNails, the current published price for semi-permanent nail varnish is 25 €. LuluNails

How much does a gel manicure cost?

The price of a gel manicure depends heavily on the length.

A short set requires less material and time than an XXL extension.

LuluNails currently offers several lengths:

M: 45 €

L: 50 €

XL: 60 €

XXL: 100 €. LuluNails

This helps to explain why an advert such as:

“gel application = X €”

is not always sufficient.

The length really does make a difference to the service.

Why do XXL nails cost more?

An XXL extension requires more:

• material;
• structure;
• precision;
• filing;
• time;
• checking that the nails are parallel;
• monitoring the stress zone.

The longer the extension, the more technically sound the construction must be.

The price therefore does not simply correspond to ‘more gel’.

It also reflects the time and difficulty involved in the service.

How much does a Baby Boomer cost?

The Baby Boomer involves creating a gradual gradient between a Nude/Pink shade and a White or Milky shade.

It can be achieved using several techniques:

• Builder gel;
• Acrygel;
• semi-permanent;
• Builder Gel;
• and, coming soon, the new Pat Pat Gel, following their exact protocol.

The main difficulty lies in the transition.

You must avoid a visible line between the pink and the white.

At LuluNails, the Baby Boomer is currently priced at 45 €. LuluNails

 Baby Boomer / Pat Pat Gel.

How much does a French manicure cost?

A precise French manicure requires more work than a solid colour.

You need to achieve:

• a straight line;
• correct symmetry;
• a consistent thickness;
• a similar finish on all ten nails.

At LuluNails, the French Manicure is currently priced at 50 €. LuluNails

Prices may vary in other salons depending on:

• Classic French;
• Micro French;
• Deep French;
• Coloured French manicure;
• length;
• extension;
• additional nail art.

French or Baby Boomer: why might the price differ?

Both techniques look relatively natural, but the way they are carried out is different.

French

It mainly requires a clean, even separation between the base and the tip.

Baby Boomer

On the contrary, this separation must be visually eliminated to create a smooth transition.

A professional may master one technique more quickly than the other.

This is why the time taken for the service naturally affects the price.

How much does an Acrygel application cost?

Acrygel/Polygel is a particularly stable material used for various nail-building techniques.

The price may vary depending on:

• length;
• shape;
• Popits or stencils;
• Nail art;
• Baby Boomer;
• gradient;
• refill or full set.

LuluNails currently offers, amongst other things, coloured gradient Acrygel for €50. LuluNails

 LuluNails Acrygel / Polygel 

Why does nail art increase the price?

Because nail art takes extra time.

Compare:

Set 1

10 burgundy nails.

Set 2

Nude base French tip Chrome fine lines rhinestones on four fingers.

Even though both manicures use semi-permanent polish, the time required is obviously not the same.

The price for nail art can therefore depend on:

• the number of fingers;
• the level of detail;
• the design;
• rhinestones;
• chrome;
• special effects;
• the time required.

Is a broken nail charged for separately?

It depends on the salon.

An additional repair takes time and sometimes requires more materials.

At LuluNails, the cost of repairing a broken nail is currently priced at €5. LuluNails

It is therefore a good idea to mention any repairs when you book your appointment, rather than only bringing them up once the treatment has begun.

How much does a removal cost?

At LuluNails, the removal of gel or acrylic nails is currently priced at €10, as is the removal of semi-permanent nail varnish. LuluNails

Professional removal is not simply a matter of ‘ripping the product off’.

Depending on the material, the technician may use:

• a file;
• a nail buffer;
• the soak-off method, where the product allows it;
• a suitable finish for the nail plate.

You must never deliberately rip off a nail extension or semi-permanent polish.

New application or refill: what’s the difference in price?

A new application starts from scratch to a much greater extent.

A refill, on the other hand, works with the regrowth of an existing nail extension.

In particular, you must:

• inspect the old fitting;
• remove any areas where the nail has come loose;
• trim certain areas;
• prepare the regrowth;
• reposition the apex;
• rebalance the structure;
• add the new material.

LuluNails already has a comprehensive guide dedicated to gel nail refills.

Gel Nail Refills: When and How Should You Have a Touch-up?

Why shouldn’t price be the only criterion?

An extremely cheap set may seem attractive.

But before choosing a service, also consider:

• hygiene;
• preparation;
• quality of workmanship;
• design;
• products used;
• precision;
• experience;
• real photos;
• reviews;
• transparent pricing.

The price must be considered in the context of the full service provided.

A set costing 20 € that subsequently requires several repairs may ultimately be less value for money than a service carried out correctly from the out

How should a nail technician calculate their rates?

This section is important because it turns thearticle into a resource that is equally useful for future professionals.

A price should not be chosen simply because:

«the salon next door charges 40 €».

A professional must know their own costs.

A simple method is to think about it like this:

Products consumables working time share of business expenses margin = minimum rate to consider.

1. Calculate the cost of products

In particular, include:

• Base Coat;
• Gel / Acrygel;
• colour;
• Top Coat;
• Nail Prep;
• Primer;
• Cleaner;
• oil;
• tips or templates;
• Nail Art.

Obviously, not all of these products are used up entirely on a single client.

You therefore need to work out your average consumption per service gradually.

LuluNails has already explained a similar method for calculating the costof a nail varnish per application: price of the bottle ÷ actual number of applications carried out. LuluNails

2. Add consumables

Small products may seem inexpensive individually.

But when you have several hundred clients, they add up to a significant cost.

Think in particular of:

• nail files;
• buffers;
• cotton pads;
• gloves;
• kitchen roll;
• cleaning products;
• hygiene supplies;
• bags and any packaging.

3. Calculate the time

This is the most common mistake when you’re just starting out.

Imagine:

Treatment A = 45 minutes

and

Treatment B = 2 hours 30 minutes.

These cannot be assessed solely on the basis of the amount of gel used.

Time is an essential part of the price.

A professional must also allow time between clients for:

• tidying up;
• cleaning;
• preparing the workstation;
• messages;
• appointments;
• photos;
• payment.

4. Add the cost of equipment

A UV/LED lamp, a sander or a professional vacuum cleaner does not wear out after a single service.

However, the business must gradually pay for this equipment.

In particular, consider:

UV/LED lamp – nail file – vacuum cleaner – table lamp – furniture – nail tips – tools – maintenance.

LuluNails now hashas dedicated categories for professional lamps, nail files and vacuum cleaners, which allows this article to be naturally linked to the equipment actually used in a salon. LuluNails

5. Don’t forget other business expenses

Depending on how you’re organised, you may have:

• premises;
• electricity;
• water;
• telephone;
• booking software;
• insurance;
• accountancy;
• advertising;
• transport;
• payment fees;
• tax and social security obligations applicable to your business.

These costs vary considerably depending on the situation.

It is therefore preferable to calculate them accurately rather than using an estimate found on the internet.

A simple example of a calculation

Let’s take a hypothetical example.

A service costs you:

€5 for products and consumables.

It requires:

1 hour 30 minutes’ work.

You must then factor in a portion of your other business expenses and maintain a sufficient margin to ensure the business is viable.

The rate cannot therefore simply be:

€5 a few euros.

Otherwise, you’re paying for the materials but hardly at all for your time.

This is one of the reasons why a new prosthetist should not maintain extremely low rates in the long term simply to attract clients.

Should you be cheaper than your competitors?

Not necessarily.

Being systematically the cheapest can even become a problem.

You risk:

• attracting mainly price-sensitive customers;
• failing to cover your costs;
• having lots of appointments but little profit;
;
• no longer being able to invest in equipment;
• running out of time to develop your business.

A better strategy is to offer a price that is consistent with:

quality experience service local market actual costs.

How can you increase your rates without losing all your clients?

As a professional develops and their costs rise, their rates may need to change.

Ideally, a price increase should be:

• clearly announced;
• understandable;
• consistent;
• accompanied by an updated price list.

You can explain it simply:

«Our rates will change from…»

There is no need to account for every euro in your books.

Above all, the client must know the price before the service is provided.

Do surcharges need to be displayed?

This is excellent business practice.

For example:

length

French

Nail Art

repair

removal

XXL extensions

must be clearly explained.

This prevents a customer from thinking they are booking a service at one price only to be presented with a very different bill at the end.

At LuluNails, the pricing page already distinguishes between different lengths and services and also states that a surcharge may apply depending on size. LuluNails

What price should a beginner charge when she starts seeing clients?

Don’t immediately copy the rates of an experienced professional.

But don’t work for next to nothing indefinitely either.

Whilst you’re still learning, you could perhaps offer a trial rate clearly presented as such, provided the service is carried out in a suitable setting.

Then gradually adjust the price according to:

• speed;
• quality;
• reliability;
• experience;
• equipment;
• demand.

Your aim is to move from a training rateto a genuine viable professional rate.

Nail Training: learning how to organise your business

Technical training remains essential, but a future nail technician must also understand how to organise their work.

LuluNails currently offers several training courses in Liège, and its course content already covers topics such as choosing equipment, dealing with your first clients, organisation and setting prices.

Nail Training in Liège – LuluNails.

Does an expensive professional product automatically mean a better service?

No.

Good equipment helps, but the result depends hugely on technique.

A professional nail file does not, by itself,form an apex.

A builder gel doesn’t choose its own thickness.

A powerful lamp does not correct a layer that is too thick.

The quality of a service therefore depends on the combination of:

product equipment technique experience time.

Does an expensive application guarantee excellent durability?

No, it does not.

Price alone does not guarantee a result.

Durability depends in particular on:

• preparation;
• product;
• architecture;
• length;
• curing;
• condition of the natural nail;
• the client’s habits;
• impact;
• maintenance.

It is therefore preferable to assess a salon on the basis of several criteria rather than solely on its price.

How much should you budget for nail maintenance?

Don’t just think about the initial application.

A gel manicure then requires touch-ups as thenatural nail grows.

The LuluNails services page currently recommends a touch-up approximately every 3 to 4 weeks, depending on how quickly your nails grow. LuluNails

Your annual budget will therefore depend on:

• the service chosen;
• frequency;
• nail art;
• touch-ups;
• length;
• removals.

Semi-permanent or gel: which to choose depending on your budget?

Choose semi-permanent if:

you mainly want colour on your natural nails and don’t need a proper extension.

Choose gel if:

you want more structure, significant strengthening or an extension.

The cheapest option is therefore not automatically the best choice.

The product must meet your actual needs.

FAQ – Nail Application Prices in Belgium

How much does semi-permanent nail polish cost at LuluNails?

The current price is €25 for semi-permanent nail polish. LuluNails

How much does an initial application cost?

The LuluNails website currently lists €40 for a first-time application. LuluNails

How much does a Baby Boomer cost?

LuluNails is currently offering €45. LuluNails

How much does a French manicure cost?

A French manicure is currently priced at 50 € at LuluNails. LuluNails

Why is an XXL manicuremore?

It requires more product, time and shaping work.

How much does a removal cost?

LuluNails currently charges €10 for semi-permanent removal and €10 for gel/acrylic removal. LuluNails

Is nail art included in the price?

It depends on the service and the salon. Always ask whether decorations are included or charged separately.

Why do two salons have different prices?

Their costs, products, experience, location, equipment, working hours and services may bebe different.

How do you calculate the price of a manicure when you’re a nail technician?

Add up your costs for products, consumables, labour costs and a portion of your business overheads, then allow for a margin to ensure the business is viable.

Should you copy the prices charged by other salons?

No. Market prices provide a point of comparison, but your rates must also cover your own costs.

Does a low price mean poor quality?

Not necessarily. Similarly, a high price doesn’t automatically guarantee an excellent service. Compare the quality of the work, hygiene, technique, reviews and transparency.

Nail Applications in Liège with LuluNails

LuluNails offersnail services in the Liège region and publicly displays a price list including, in particular, semi-permanent, gel, Baby Boomer, French manicures, pedicures, various lengths, repairs and removals. LuluNails

To find out the price actually applicable at the time of your visit, always check the official services and prices page before your appointment.