Pretty Polish by Jin is a nail salon at 42a Fantham Street in Hāwera, South Taranaki, holding a perfect 5.0 rating on Google. In this trade, the difference between a good set of nails and a disappointing one usually comes down to prep rather than polish: careful shaping, tidy cuticle work and properly sterilised tools are what keep natural nails healthy and help a gel set last its full two to three weeks. Regulars tend to stick with one technician once they find someone whose prep they trust, and they know to book ahead before busy weekends and events. It is fair to ask any salon how implements are cleaned between clients — a good one will answer plainly, and files and buffers should be single-use. For Hāwera locals, a five-star nail salon on Fantham Street means there is no need to travel to New Plymouth for a good manicure.