Thin.Strong.Long-lasting.
Natural-looking nails that never feel bulky, by Maria, nail technician and educator in the heart of Canterbury. All in 90 minutes.
Russian manicure and hard gel by Maria, in the heart of Canterbury. Ultra-thin, natural-looking nails with a flawless cuticle line, built to last.
Russian manicure
Cuticles are gently lifted and cleaned with precise tools, for a crisp, flawless line. Sterile, every time.
Hard gel, built thin
Hard gel is placed and balanced around the sidewalls and cuticle area, so nails stay ultra-thin but strong. No plastic tips.
Shape and structure
Filed to the shape you choose, with a natural-looking structure that helps protect against breaks and lifting.
Colour and finish
Gel colour, ombré, French, chrome or hand-painted art, finished with a high-gloss seal and cuticle oil.
Russian manicureThe menu.
Every appointment is 90 minutes. Booking a design? Send Maria a picture first so she can make sure there’s time to get it perfect.
InfillsHard gel, every 3 to 4 weeks
Infills, no colourThe natural shade of the hard gel on its own, with no gel polish on top. 1h 30min.£46Book 
Infills with designHand-painted art, sparkle or detail. Send Maria a picture in advance. 1h 30min.from £60Book 
Infills, chrome or donut glazeMirror chrome and glazed finishes. Message for your exact price. 1h 30min.from £63Book ExtensionsSculpted in hard gel, no plastic tips
Extensions, no colourSlim, natural-looking length in the natural shade of the hard gel. 1h 30min.£54Book ToesRussian pedicure
Gel toesRussian pedicure for toes with cuticle work and gel colour. Heels and callus work not included. 1h 30min.£40Book Chrome and donut glaze finishes vary in timing, so prices start from £63. Message Maria on Instagram with your chosen design for an exact price.
Recent sets.
Milky nudes, crisp French, chrome, hand-painted art and every shade between.
The technician other techs learn from.
Maria Zaporojenco specialises in Russian manicure and hard gel: ultra-thin, strong nails with a flawless cuticle line, built to last between appointments.
She also trains nail technicians, in person here in Canterbury and online, in the exact technique she uses on her own clients. Some of her clients have been with her for more than five years.
“I’ve been going to Maria for over five years now, and I honestly wouldn’t go anywhere else.”Edwina, Booksy review
Flawless, every time.
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on Google
“Obsessed with my nails! The manicure is gorgeous, cuticles are completely flawless, and everything was perfectly sterile. Attention to detail is top.”
Jessica · Booksy
“Maria always does a beautiful job, gives great advice without being pushy, and the salon is spotless and elegant.”
Aleksandra · Booksy
“She is professional, friendly and very welcoming. She gives excellent advice and takes the time to make sure you get exactly what you want.”
Olga · Google
“Maria was very careful and gentle when applying new gel nail extensions. A lovely, friendly nail technician who made me feel comfortable.”
Eliana · Booksy
“Her Russian nails technique is the best!”
Google reviewer · Google
“Nails are exceptional, and I really appreciate the quality of her work. She’s my number one in town!”
Damiana · Google
“Absolutely loved my nails. Excellent, quick service and a beautiful finish. Highly recommend Maria.”
Heidi · Booksy
“The best nail technician there is.”
Deborah · Booksy
Your next set, perfected.
Opening hours
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday10am to 7pm
- ThursdayClosed
- Friday10am to 7pm
- Saturday10am to 6:30pm
- Sunday10am to 6:30pm
Find us
43 St Peter’s Street
Canterbury CT1 2BGInside Perfect Touch, in the city centre