• Recent work at Polished by Kayla
  • Recent work at Polished by Kayla
  • Recent work at Polished by Kayla
  • Recent work at Polished by Kayla

Polished by Kayla

Your nails, done properly.

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Nail salonEast Harlem4.9· 46 reviews

Closed · opens tomorrow 10 AM

Weekdays

$5 off pedicures, Tuesday and Wednesday

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What people say

Reviews

4.9

46 reviews

  • I've been to a lot of places in East Harlem and my nails always lift in a week. Monique prepped my nails for like 15 minutes before even starting, no drill on my natural nail, and three weeks later nothing lifted. Studio is clean and she plays good music. Booked my fill before I left.
    Abigail C.Verified visit · Acrylic fill · September 2026

    Reply from Polished by Kayla

    Appreciate the love Abigail. Monique is going to be happy to see this.

  • Gel-X feels so light, I forget they're there
    Ramona C.Verified visit · Freestyle nail art · September 2026

    Reply from Polished by Kayla

    Means a lot, Ramona. Tell your people.

  • Came out perfect
    Nicole M.Verified visit · Acrylic full set (medium–long) · August 2026
  • Love her!!
    Imani W.Verified visit · Acrylic fill · August 2026
  • Fire as always
    Tiara W.Verified visit · Builder gel overlay · August 2026
  • 10/10
    Yesenia A.Verified visit · Acrylic full set (short) · August 2026

    Reply from Polished by Kayla

    Means a lot, Yesenia. Tell your people.

At the shop

Products

  • Hand cream

    Shea butter, non-greasy. Small tube.

    Ask at checkout
    $13
  • Quick-dry top coat

    Same top coat we use for regular polish.

    Out right now
    $15
  • Cuticle oil pen

    Keeps your set fresh between fills. Fits in a pocket.

    In stock at the shop
    $11
  • Travel manicure kit

    Clippers, file, pusher and buffer in a zip case.

    In stock at the shop
    $22
  • Glass nail file

    Won't shred your nails. Lasts for years.

    In stock at the shop
    $9
  • Cuticle pusher

    Stainless steel, double-ended.

    Ask at checkout
    $7

Pay and pick up at your appointment. No online orders.

From East Harlem

Who we are

Kayla did nails out of a shoebox kit for years before Polished by Kayla got its own table on E 103rd St.

Chrome, French, freestyle, charms. If you have the picture, we'll talk about how to get there. Every tool gets cleaned between clients. That's the minimum.

A set is only as good as the prep underneath it.
Kayla, owner

Come in plain, leave with something to show off.

Recent work at Polished by Kayla
Recent work at Polished by Kayla
2 nail techs

Who's in the chair

  • Kayla D.

    Owner

  • Monique B.

    Nail Tech

6 questions

Before you book

How long do gel sets last?

Two to three weeks for most people. Book a fill before they start lifting.

Do you do soak-offs?

Yes. If you're coming in with a set from somewhere else, mention it so we plan the extra time.

Is nail art extra?

Simple art is included with some sets; detailed or hand-painted art is priced as an add-on.

Do you do pedicures?

Yes. Book a pedicure on its own or right after your manicure.

What happens if I'm running late?

Text or call the shop as soon as you know. We'll do what we can, but if you're more than 10 minutes late we may need to shorten the service or move you.

Can I bring someone with me?

One guest is fine if there's room. Please keep it to people who are booked or sitting with a kid.

Before you book

The fine print

Cancellations
  • Free to cancel up to 24 hours before.
  • Cancelling later than that, any deposit is kept.
  • If you don't show, any deposit is kept.
Deposits
Some services take a deposit (up to $20) to hold your time. It comes off your total, and you pay the rest at the shop.
Holding your time
When you pick a time we hold it for 10 minutes while you finish booking. Nobody else can take it in that window.
Running late
We give a 10-minute grace period. After that we may need to shorten your service or move you to the next opening.

Closed · opens tomorrow 10 AM

Hours

  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayToday10 AM – 7 PM
  • Wednesday10 AM – 7 PM
  • Thursday10 AM – 7 PM
  • Friday10 AM – 7 PM
  • Saturday9 AM – 5 PM
  • SundayClosed

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