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Red Cat Eye Hard Gel Manicure
A dimensional gel manicure created with magnetic pigment.
Less salon chaos.
More time for you.
Room to breathe.
An uncrowded studio. Space for your appointment.
Comfort, down to the details.
Four clean, comfortable restrooms. Room to wash your hands or take a break.
One guest. All of Maria’s attention.
Personal care, from consultation to finish.
Freshly sterilized. Just for you.
Disinfected, ultrasonically cleaned, sealed & autoclaved.
Let’s find your time.
Welcoming new guests, with flexible appointment options.
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6 included stepsWhat is included
These steps are included in the starting price. Optional additions are listed separately below.
Gel polish removal when needed
Detailed dry cuticle care
Nail shaping
Gel polish application
Magnetic cat-eye effect
Finishing cuticle oil and hand cream
A closer look
Cat Eye in the details
Explore the reflective finish, nail shapes and colors in our Cat Eye photo gallery.
See the finish move
Three Cat Eye moods
Play each video to see how the magnetic highlight changes with the angle and light.
Ruby Cat Eye
A deep red finish with a luminous reflection.
Emerald Cat Eye
Vivid green with a bold magnetic highlight.
Pink Cat Eye
A soft pink finish with a delicate shifting shimmer.
The service explained
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Hard gel manicure with Cat Eye design: what to expect
Red Cat Eye Hard Gel Manicure at Ruta Beauty in Manhattan combines a hard gel manicure with a magnetic gel finish. The reflective pigment creates a highlight that changes as your hands move. The Cat Eye design is included in this appointment.
Structure and a reflective finish
The hard gel manicure provides the foundation, while the magnetic pigment creates the visible Cat Eye effect. Detailed dry cuticle care and shaping come before the finish. This is a manicure with a design, not a full set of extensions.
Do I need to add the design separately?
The Cat Eye finish is already included in this service, so you do not need to select it again as an add-on. Removal of gel applied by another salon is listed separately. Review the selected options in Square before booking.
Price, timing and location
Red Cat Eye Hard Gel Manicure starts at $150, with a listed appointment time of 2 hr. Visit Ruta Beauty at 37 W 26th St, 8th Floor, Room 828, Manhattan, New York. Optional additions are priced separately. Check your selected options and final total in Square before booking.
Clean tools, clear care at every visit
A closer look at how our reusable metal tools are prepared.
Steps 01 & 02
Cleaning and disinfection
Preparation starts with removing visible residue. Reusable metal tools are then treated in a disinfecting solution before the next cleaning stage.
Our dedicated tool-care station
FAQ
A dimensional gel manicure created with magnetic pigment. The reflective line shifts as the hands move, adding depth to the color while keeping the overall finish polished and wearable.
Please plan for approximately 2 hr. The exact timing can vary with your current nails, existing product, and selected additions.
The appointment includes gel polish removal when needed, detailed dry cuticle care, nail shaping, gel polish application, magnetic cat-eye effect, finishing cuticle oil and hand cream. The current starting price is $150; selected additions are confirmed separately in Square.
Yes. Optional additions can be selected when appropriate. Square shows the current choices and final price before you confirm.
Removal is included only as described in the included-care list above. Tell us what product is currently on your nails when booking so Maria can confirm whether extra removal time or a separate charge applies.
Please do not cut your cuticles before the appointment. When booking, mention existing product, repairs, sensitivity, added length, or any concern you want Maria to review at the start of the service.
Use cuticle oil daily, wear gloves for household work, and avoid picking the product or using your nails as tools. Maria can recommend the right maintenance timing after seeing your natural nail growth.
Use the live booking button on this page. Square shows the current appointment times, starting price, and available additions before you confirm your booking.
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Foot care
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Natural care
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Pearl finish
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Nail art
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A playful gel manicure built on a sheer nude base with evenly placed dot accents. The design feels clean and graphic while allowing the natural shape and length of the nails to remain the focus.
Soft ombre
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Classic French
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New guest
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Extra strength
Manicure
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Express
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Natural care
Manicure
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Maintenance
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