Do I need an appointment at Dudleys Nail Bar?

Appointments are booked online through the salon's Fresha booking page, linked from its website.

Can I get a manicure and pedicure at the same time?

Yes. Custom-built pedicure stations let both treatments run together — ideal when you're short on time.

Can I host a group event at the salon?

Yes — birthdays, bridal and baby showers, product launches and team get-togethers. The team will work with you to make it happen.

How often should infills be done?

Builder gel and polygel infills are recommended every 2-4 weeks depending on nail growth; soft gel extension infills every 3-4 weeks.

Dudleys Nail Bar

nail salon — Remuera · Auckland

About Dudleys Nail Bar

Dudleys Nail Bar sits on Remuera Road in Auckland with a clear ambition: to make regular nail appointments feel like something you want to do, not something you have to do. Whether you're in for a fresh Builder Gel set, a quick polish change or a pedicure with a drink in hand, the idea is the same — it's never just nails, it's a moment for you.

The menu runs wide. There are classic and express manicures and pedicures, plus structural services like Builder Gel, Soft Gel Extensions, Polygel and Dipping Powder, with extras from French tips and full chrome to cateye, ombre and custom nail art. Dedicated kids' sets cover under-12s and there's a men's menu too. Every service includes tea or coffee, and the salon only uses products free from HEMA and TPO, chosen to keep clients' nails — and the team's hands — healthier.

The salon's custom-built pedicure stations are the practical standout, letting you have your manicure and pedicure done together when time is short. Dudleys is also a place to celebrate, hosting birthdays, bridal and baby showers, product launches and team get-togethers in a stylish space with a welcoming vibe. It's dog friendly, has been featured in Denizen, ProCollective and Fashionz, and takes bookings online.

Dudleys Nail Bar, Remuera: HEMA-Free Gel Nails, Same-Time Mani + Pedis and a Salon Built for Lingering

On Remuera Road in Auckland, Dudleys Nail Bar is quietly rethinking what a nail appointment can feel like. The salon's own words capture the idea: regular nail appointments should feel like something you want to do, not something you have to do. Whether you're there for a fresh Builder Gel set, a quick polish change, or a pedicure with a drink in hand, the pitch is simple — it's never just nails, it's a moment for you.

The Menu, From Express to Extra-Long Stiletto

Dudleys' nail menu covers nearly every nail mood. At the structural end sits Builder Gel, described by the salon as stronger than regular gel and one that promotes nail growth without causing damage. Soft Gel Extensions suit anyone who wants length on weaker nails, Polygel offers a natural, light and flexible feel with no odour, and Dipping Powder shines like gel and removes easily.

Classic manicures and pedicures cover the fundamentals — cut, buff, shape, cuticle work, exfoliation for pedicures, and a massage finished with your choice of colour. Premium versions layer on a hydrating mask and paraffin wax. For feet that need real attention, the Advanced Pedicure uses a callus-softening system to remove built-up dead skin, available with polish or gel, or 'naked' with no colour at all.

Short on time? The Express menu is a dry service — cut, buff, shape, colour — and the Combos pairing treatments, including express mani-pedis done simultaneously, are designed for exactly that. There's a dedicated kids' menu for under-12s and a men's menu that excludes colour, with polish available as an add-on. Extras run from French tips and full chrome to cateye, ombre, nail art and repairs.

Healthier Products, By Design

One of Dudleys' defining choices is its product philosophy: the salon only uses products free from HEMA and TPO, which it says keeps clients' nails — and the team's hands — healthier. Maintenance is clearly signposted too, with builder gel and polygel infills recommended every two to four weeks depending on nail growth, and soft gel infills every three to four weeks.

Built for Two Treatments at Once

The custom-built pedicure stations are the salon's most practical innovation. Designed with comfort and practicality in mind, they let you have your manicure and pedicure done together — perfect for making the most of your time without compromising the experience. Every service on the menu comes with tea or coffee, so you can sit back, enjoy a drink, and let the team take care of the rest.

Celebrations and Four-Legged Guests

Dudleys is also pitched as a place to celebrate. The team hosts birthdays, bridal and baby showers, product launches and team get-togethers in a stylish space with a welcoming vibe, and says it will work with you to make the occasion happen — whether it's a weekly ritual or a group booking. Dog owners will appreciate that the salon is dog friendly; its own imagery features a Dalmatian puppy alongside a fresh manicure.

The salon has also drawn media attention, having been featured in Denizen's Little Black Book, ProCollective and Fashionz.

Visiting Dudleys

Dudleys Nail Bar is at 402 Remuera Road, Remuera, Auckland. Hours are Monday and Tuesday 10am-6pm, Wednesday to Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 10am-6pm — the later weekday close making after-work appointments easy. Appointments are booked online via Fresha, and gift cards are available. Enquiries can be made by phone or email, and the salon shares its latest sets on Instagram.

Signature items

Builder Gel Sets
Same-Time Mani + Pedi
Advanced Pedicure
Soft Gel Extensions
Nail Art & Chrome
Group Events

Mani + Pedi with Polish (Same Time) — Two treatments at once at the dual stations.
Mani + Pedi with Gel (Same Time) — Gel mani and pedi together in one appointment.
Builder Gel/Polygel + Gel Pedi (Same Time) — Structured nail set paired with a gel pedicure.
Soft Gel Extensions with Gel Pedi (Same Time) — Extension set alongside a gel pedicure.
Dipping Powder + Gel Pedi — Dipped nails and a gel pedi at the same time.
Express Mani + Pedi with Polish (Same Time) — Quick dry duo with a polish finish.
Express Mani + Pedi with Gel (Same Time) — Fast duo finished with gel.

Extras

Extension Nails — Add length with extension nails.
Nail Repair — Quick fix for a broken or damaged nail.
Nail Art — Custom designs from simple to statement.
French Tip — Timeless white-tipped finish.
Full Chrome — Mirror shine across the whole nail.
Chrome Tips — Chrome finish on the tips only.
Cateye — Magnetic gel effect that catches the light.
Ombre — Seamless gradient blend of two tones.
Extra Cuticle Care — Additional cuticle tidy-up and conditioning.

Polygel

Polygel Overlay/Infill — Natural-looking, light, flexible and odour-free overlay or infill.
Polygel on Tips — Flexible polygel applied over tips for length.
Remove Polygel (with Service) — Removal of polygel alongside another treatment.

Men'S Sets

Classic Manicure — Clean, well-groomed hands; no colour.
Classic Pedicure — Tidy, no-colour foot care.
Premium Manicure — Adds hydrating mask and paraffin wax; no colour.
Premium Pedicure — Premium foot care with mask and paraffin; no colour.
Add Colour — Optional polish finish on any men's service.

Builder Gel

Builder Gel Overlay/Infill — Strengthening overlay on natural nails, or an infill every 2-4 weeks.
Builder Gel Infill - Long Length — Maintenance infill for long builder gel sets.
Builder Gel with Tips — Builder gel over tips for added length and strength.
Remove Builder Gel (with Service) — Gentle removal when booked alongside another treatment.

Dipping Powder

Overlay on Natural Nails — Gel-like shine over natural nails; kind to weak nails.
On Tips — Dipping powder over tips for length and colour.
Remove Dipping Powder — Easy removal; dipping powder cannot be infilled.

Express Services

Express Manicure with Polish — Dry service: cut, buff, shape, finished with polish.
Express Gel Manicure — Quick dry manicure finished with gel.
Express Pedicure with Polish — Speedy cut, buff, shape and polish for feet.
Express Gel Pedicure — Fast pedicure finished with gel colour.
Express Mani + Pedi with Polish (Same Time) — Both dry treatments together, finished with polish.
Express Mani + Pedi with Gel (Same Time) — Time-saving duo finished with gel colour.

Advanced Pedicures

Advanced Pedicure with Polish or Gel — Callus-softening treatment for dry, rough feet, finished with colour.
Naked Advanced Pedicure — The same smoothing callus treatment with no gel or polish.

Soft Gel Extensions

Soft Gel Infill — Maintenance infill recommended every 3-4 weeks.
Short-Medium Length — Soft gel extensions suited to weaker nails wanting length.
Long Length — Long soft gel extensions with a durable finish.
Extra Extra Long Stiletto — Dramatic extra-long stiletto shape in soft gel.
Remove Soft Gel (with Service) — Removal of soft gel extensions with another service.

Kids Sets (Under 12)

Kids Manicure with Colour — Little hands buffed, shaped and painted.
Kids Pedicure with Colour — Gentle pedi with a colour of their choice.
Kids Manicure & Pedicure with Colour — Both mini treatments with colour in one visit.
Kids Manicure with Gel — Kid-friendly manicure finished with gel.
Kids Pedicure with Gel — Gentle pedi finished with gel colour.
Kids Mani + Pedi with Gel — Mini duo with gel, made for under-12s.

Classic Manicures & Pedicures

Manicure — Cut, buff, shape, cuticle work and massage with your colour choice.
Gel Manicure — Classic manicure finished with gel colour.
Pedicure — Cut, buff, shape, cuticle care, exfoliation and massage with polish.
Gel Pedicure — Classic pedicure finished with long-wearing gel.
Mani + Pedi (At the Same Time) — Both treatments together at the custom-built pedicure stations.
Gel Mani + Pedi (At the Same Time) — Gel manicure and gel pedicure done in one sitting.

Premium Manicures & Pedicures

Premium Manicure — Classic manicure plus hydrating mask, paraffin wax and massage.
Premium Gel Manicure — Mask, paraffin and massage, finished with gel colour.
Premium Pedicure — Classic pedicure elevated with a hydrating mask and paraffin wax.
Premium Gel Pedicure — The full premium pedicure, finished with gel colour.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an appointment at Dudleys Nail Bar?: Appointments are booked online through the salon's Fresha booking page, linked from its website.
What are the opening hours?: Monday and Tuesday 10am-6pm, Wednesday to Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 10am-6pm.
What products does the salon use?: Dudleys only uses products free from HEMA and TPO, chosen to keep clients' nails — and the team's hands — healthier.
Can I get a manicure and pedicure at the same time?: Yes. Custom-built pedicure stations let both treatments run together — ideal when you're short on time.
Is there anything for kids or men?: Yes. There are kids' sets for under-12s and a men's menu that excludes colour, with polish available as an add-on.
Can I host a group event at the salon?: Yes — birthdays, bridal and baby showers, product launches and team get-togethers. The team will work with you to make it happen.
How often should infills be done?: Builder gel and polygel infills are recommended every 2-4 weeks depending on nail growth; soft gel extension infills every 3-4 weeks.

Tips

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Good to know

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