Nail Removal in Nottingham, MD
Nail removal is the professional soak-off that takes an old gel polish, acrylic, dip powder, Gel X, or BIAB set off without damaging the natural nail underneath. At TLC Nails and Esthetics you can book it on its own, in a private suite in Nottingham, MD. A proper soak-off, careful hand filing where it's needed, then shaping, a light buff, cuticle care and nourishing oil, so you leave with clean, healthy nails.
How Our Nail Removal Service Works
Nail removal here keeps your natural nails healthy while the enhancement comes off. Thiara, a licensed nail technician and esthetician, gently files the top layer to break the seal, then soaks the product in professional-grade remover. Once it softens, the product is lifted away without prying or forcing.
After that, your natural nails are shaped, buffed lightly for smoothness, and finished with cuticle care and nourishing oil. If you're going straight into another nail service, your nails are prepped for the next look at the same appointment.
This is cosmetic removal for fingernails, by appointment only, with one client in the suite at a time. Walk-ins aren't taken, so the time you book is held for you and the station is set up before you arrive.
- Gel polish removal
- Gel X extension removal
- Builder in a Bottle (BIAB) removal
- Acrylic nail removal
- Dip powder removal
Two Prices, One Simple Difference
Where your set was done decides the price. That's the whole system.
Sets done at TLC
We know exactly what's on your nails and how it was applied, so the soak-off is quick and predictable. About 30 minutes.
Sets done somewhere else
Unknown products and application styles from another nail salon take extra care to assess and remove safely, which is what the difference covers. About 35 minutes.
The price you see is the price you book. No surprises in the chair.
Why Professional Removal Beats Picking It Off
Every set comes off eventually. The question is what your natural nails look like afterward. Peeling gel polish or acrylic nails off at home strips real layers of the nail plate along with the product, and it feels productive in the moment. Your nail pays for it long after that, because a fingernail takes roughly four to six months to grow out fully from base to free edge, so the thinned part stays with you until it reaches the tip.
A professional soak-off works the opposite way: whether it's gel polish, dip powder, or a full acrylic set, the product is softened in acetone until the bond releases, so what's underneath comes through intact. That's also why removal here ends with shaping, a light buff, and cuticle care, because the point of the appointment is the condition your nails are in when you leave, and the standard is the same whether the set came off this station or another nail salon's.
Your natural nails should come out of a removal better than the set went on.
Book Your Nail Removal Appointment
Pick the service and the calendar opens right here. The suite is set up for you before you arrive.
Gentle Hands, in Their Words
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Say goodbye to your mediocre nail salon. Thiara is the best nail tech I've had since living in Europe and New York. She has built a gorgeous salon in her beautiful home that is clean and serene. She is knowledgeable, talented, and lovely. After having terrible experiences at literally 5 different nail salons in Bel Air and Forest Hill, I decided to try a private nail tech and I am here to stay. For the acrylic girlies, this is your sign to give Gel X a try. Thiara's system is well worth converting to. Plus, her prices are great.
I absolutely love my nails every time I come here! My sets consistently last 3-4weeks, which says a lot about the quality and care put into the work. The space is always clean, peaceful, and relaxing, it never feels rushed or overwhelming like typical salons. What really stands out is how approachable and welcoming the experience is. You can tell there's real attention to detail and pride in the work. If you're looking for long-lasting nails and a calm, professional environment, I highly recommend TLC Nails & Esthetics!
I had such a great experience getting my nails done! The salon was clean, welcoming, and relaxing. My nail tech was professional, friendly, and paid close attention to detail. I love how my nails turned out, beautiful, neat, and exactly what I wanted. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality nail care that specialize in GelX located in Vivre Suites…
TLC was exactly what I've been longing for over several years: a professional nail manicurist that is knowledgeable, skillful, and really cares about the health of my nails. Thiara was very patient, answered all of my concerns, and educated me on the particulars of BIAB. I love how my nails turned out and I finally can rest from shopping all around for a professional manicurist.
I had an awesome experience with Thiara. She is so nice and her shop is warm and warm and welcoming. I love that she's into nail care which is exactly what I need. I asked for a very intricate design and she nailed it. (Pun intended) She's very professional and you can tell she really loves what she does. I am very excited to start my healthy nail journey with her.
Quiero recomendar este salon de unas porque ofrecen un servicio excelente. Desde el momento en que llegas, el ambiente es limpio, comodo y muy acogedor. El personal es amable, profesional y se toma el tiempo para entender lo que quieres. Los disenos de unas son hermosos y duraderos. Sin duda, es un lugar al que volvere.
I had my first builder gel manicure with Thiara today, and I couldn't be more impressed. She is incredibly knowledgeable and clearly prioritizes the health and integrity of your nails. Her attention to detail is outstanding. The final result was absolutely impeccable, and she truly didn't miss a thing.
I'm so glad I found Thiara as my new nail tech. I'm on my third hard gel set with her and I know they're going to last me a full 3 weeks until my next appointment. Her studio is super clean and she's very professional. She even mixed nail polishes to color match an inspo pic I showed her.
I am so happy to have found Thiara. Her salon had a chill and relaxed vibe. Much different than other salons I have been to. She listened to my nail concerns, created a plan and I left extremely happy. Two weeks later and my nails still look amazing.
I love my nails. She did it exactly like the picture.
My nails look lovely. I appreciate the attention to detail. I already booked my next appointment. Highly recommend.
T did an amazing job! She is very knowledgeable and passionate about her trade. The space is comfortable and the builder gel mani was beautiful.
I loved my experience! My nails were beautiful! Thiara was professional and did my nails with care. She definitely takes pride in nail care and nail aesthetics!
Thiara is incredible! No matter what crazy design I show up and ask for, she's patient, pleasant, and knocks it out of the park. I can't recommend TLC highly enough!
Thiara was very patient and willing to recommend what is best for you, and that was my favorite part. I left with fab nails and on my way to having healthier nails. Definitely recommend.
So happy that I found Thiara! Her space is cozy and clean. She is a perfectionist & I love my nails. For her waxing, she is very hygienic and gentle. Intimate experience, will def. Come back
Thiara did an amazing job on my manicure. Not only was she quick, but she was efficient. My Gel X service was done in less than an hour and I did not feel like it was rushed. Oh, and she made sure my nails are within Army regulations.
I've done my nails with Thiara several times and I am so happy with her work. I usually don't like other people doing my nails but I'm comfortable doing my nails with her. I've done extensions and natural nails and she excels at both.
Find TLC Nails and Esthetics in Nottingham, MD
A short drive from Perry Hall, White Marsh, Parkville, Middle River, Towson, and the rest of Baltimore County.
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Nail Removal FAQ
Yes, you can book nail removal on its own at TLC Nails and Esthetics, with nothing else attached. Plenty of clients come in just to have an old set taken off safely. If you decide you want a fresh service afterward, your nails are already prepped and ready.
Nail removal at TLC Nails and Esthetics costs $20 for sets originally done at TLC and $30 for sets done at another salon. Work from other salons takes more time to assess and soak off safely, which is the whole difference between the two prices.
Yes. Foreign nail removal, meaning sets applied somewhere other than TLC, is its own service on the booking menu. Unknown products and application styles take extra care to remove without harming the nail underneath, so it's priced and scheduled separately.
Professional nail removal does not damage your natural nails. The damage people associate with removal comes from prying, peeling, or aggressive filing. A proper soak-off softens the product first, so it lifts away cleanly and the nail plate underneath stays intact.
A nail removal appointment at TLC runs about 30 minutes for a set applied here and about 35 minutes for a set from another nail salon. A set Thiara applied is a known product, so the soak-off is predictable. An unfamiliar product has to be assessed first, which is where the extra time goes.
Nail removal at TLC Nails and Esthetics is by appointment only, so walk-ins are not available. Booking holds the private suite for you alone, with the station set up before you arrive. Open times are on the booking calendar on this page.
At-home acetone removal is possible, and it is also where most nail damage happens. Without a clear read on when the product has released, the soak gets cut short and the rest is scraped or pried off a nail that is still bonded. A professional soak-off matches the soak time to the product, so it lifts with no force.
Safe gel removal starts with lightly filing the top coat to break the seal, then soaking the nails in professional-grade acetone until the product softens. Once soft, the gel lifts away without force. Picking or peeling gel off dry is what tears layers off the natural nail.
Yes. Acrylic removal here relies on filing the bulk down, then soaking the rest off, with an e-file used only on product, never on the natural nail. The finish is a shaped, buffed natural nail with cuticle oil, not a thinned-out nail plate.
After removal, your natural nails are shaped, lightly buffed for smoothness, and finished with cuticle care and nourishing oil. If your nails feel thin from an old set, a structured BIAB manicure is a common next step, and Thiara can walk you through it at the appointment.
Peeling a set off at home strips real layers of the nail plate along with the product, which leaves nails thin, bendy, and prone to breaking for weeks. A soak-off dissolves the bond instead of tearing it, which is why professional removal exists as a service.
TLC Nails and Esthetics offers professional nail removal at 9706 Belair Rd, Nottingham, MD 21236, a short drive from Perry Hall, White Marsh, Parkville, Middle River, and the rest of Baltimore County. Every appointment is private, one client at a time. Call or text (347) 879-2075. También hablamos español.