Apricat Nails

About Me

Hello! My name is Diana and I am a licensed private nail tech located in American Canyon, CA. I specialize in structured manicures on natural nails using hard gel and designing custom nail art tailored to my client's interests.

To book an appointment with me, select one of the base services and, if you'd like, anything from my add-ons.

Have questions? You can reach me by email (hello@apricatnails.com), text (707-913-7220), or Instagram (@apricatnails)!

I can't wait to meet you!

Base Services

Structured Manicure

$65

Extensions (S, M, L)

$80, $90, $100

All base services include dry manicures, shaping, overlay with hard gel, and 1 solid color. For returning customers, this also includes debulking of my previous product.

Nail Art Add-Ons

Tier One

$10

Tier Two

$20

Tier Three

$30

Tier One Examples

Tier One Nail Art Example, Single Cateye Design Tier One Nail Art Example, French Tips Design
Simple designs, glitter accents, French tips, single color chrome/cateye, ombre

Tier Two Examples

Tier Two Nail Art Example, Cateye with Isolated Chrome Design Tier Two Nail Art Example, Cateye with Isolated Chrome Design (2)
Medium complexity designs using 2-3 combinations of techniques and products such as cat eye with chrome, isolated chrome designs

Tier Three Examples

Tier Three Nail Art Example, Handpainted Nail Art Design Tier Three Nail Art Example, Handpainted Nail Art and Chrome Design
Tier Three Nail Art Example, Cateye with Isolated Chrome and 3D Design Tier Three Nail Art Example, Ombre with Isolated Chrome, Allover Chrome, and 3D Design
Complex hand-painted art, 3D designs, intricate patterns

If you're unsure which tier your designs may fall under, please message me!

Extra Add-Ons

Nail Repair (per nail)

$5+

Foreign Removal

$30

New clients with existing product on their nails must add the foreign removal to their booking. Failure to do so may result in a cancellation.

Frequently Asked Questions +

How long does a typical appointment take?
Structured manicures and gel extensions typically take 1.5-2 hours. Nail art time varies depending on complexity.
How often should I rebook?
I recommend booking every 3-4 weeks to maintain the health and appearance of your nails.
What is hard gel?
Hard gel is a type of nail enhancement that provides strength and structure without the added bulk or thickness. While hard gel must be filed off for removal, I use a soak-off base coat for better adhesion and flexibility.
Do you accept walk-ins?
My bookings are by appointment only to ensure I can give each client my full attention.
Why do you charge for foreign removals?
To guarantee the highest quality of products and application, I will remove enhancements done by another nail tech and assess the integrity of your nails before I can begin any service. Some salons use MMA (methyl methacrylate), a dangerous and illegal monomer that requires special handling.

If your nail beds are compromised due to previous work received, I will not continue the service and will refund your base service and any art add-ons. I will be able to work on your nails once they are in healthy condition.

Do you work with bitten nails?
Yes, as long as there are no open wounds, infections, and severe damage to the nail plate! Please reach out to me before making an appointment so I can assess the health of your nails.

Studio Policies +

Booking & Cancellations

All appointments require a deposit to secure your booking. Cancellations within 24 hours of your appointment may result in a 50% fee. No-shows will not have the opportunity to book with me in the future.

Late Fee

Please arrive on time for your appointment. Arrivals more than 15 minutes late may be rescheduled with a $10 late fee applied.

Location

I operate from a professional home studio in American Canyon, CA. The exact address will be provided 24 hours before your scheduled appointment by text or email.

I also have cats in my home. They are incredibly friendly and may keep us company. While my studio is cleaned daily with HEPA air purifiers running 24/7, please note in your intake form for any severe allergies when booking for accommodations.

Health & Safety

All tools are cleaned and disinfected per California Board of Barber & Cosmetology guidelines. If you feel unwell, please provide 24 hours notice to reschedule without cancellation fees.

Guests & Children

Please come alone to your appointment as the studio is not equipped for children or additional guests.

Repairs & Removals

Any repairs within the first 3 days are free. For existing clients who want to take a break from doing nails, I offer a removal only service for $20. Please message me directly to book these services.