A Full Set means brand-new nail enhancements built on every nail from scratch — either using acrylic (a powder-and-liquid mixture that hardens chemically) or hard gel (a thick gel cured under UV light). Both create strong, long-wearing nails far more durable than natural nails. Your nail technician will discuss your preferred shape (almond, coffin, square, oval), length, and color/finish. The application takes 90-120 minutes, and you walk out with a fully sculpted set that lasts 2-3 weeks before you need a fill.
Something Cool
Did you know? Acrylic nails were originally invented by accident in 1957 by a dentist named Frederick Slack — he broke his fingernail and improvised a repair using dental acrylic. The technique stuck (literally), and the dental-acrylic formula was eventually adapted for nail use. Today, acrylic nails are a $1.5 billion industry in North America, and many of our students go on to work at high-end nail bars after graduation. A custom full set at a Vancouver nail bar typically runs $65 – $120; ours is $30 because of our student-salon model.
The Benefits
Sculpted long-wear nails in your chosen shape
Choice of acrylic or hard-gel formula
Lasts 2 – 3 weeks before a fill is needed
Stronger than natural nails — resistant to breakage
Custom length, shape, and base color
Why Legends Abbotsford?
Trust in nails is built over many appointments — most clients return every 2-3 weeks for fills. At our Abbotsford campus, our nail program is one of our most popular tracks, and our students complete extensive practice before they touch a real client. Instructors check shape, length, and finish before any client leaves the chair. Many of our Abbotsford nail regulars have been coming for years and refer friends because the work holds up.
What to Expect
1Nail prep, cuticle work, and length shaping
2Tip application or sculpting form placement
3Acrylic or gel build-up over each nail
4Filing and shaping to your chosen style
5Top coat or color and finishing oil
Google Reviews
Real Google reviews from our Abbotsford campus
4.4· 30 Google reviews · Abbotsford
Google Review
I highly recommend that you venture into this establishment to have your aesthetics and hair done. I was exceptionally pleased with the customer service I received from Harman. She is an excellent mentor and hairdresser...with integrity, honesty, transparency and with a kind demeanor. The prices are fair and the service exemplary.
Laurie Leslie
Abbotsford · 2 months ago
Google Review
This is a great option for affordable hair services! The atmosphere is good, with fun music playing and a sweet, supportive vibe among the ladies. I appreciate how committed everyone is to making the client happy.
R Friesen
Abbotsford · 2 months ago
Google Review
I have been attending for facials, hair removal and they are absolutely wonderful and professional. I would recommend this academy either if you are pursuing a career or just to pamper yourself with their various services offered. I am very happy I decided to go and continue going.