Dubbed 'the most luxurious nail salon in the world', The Townhouse features private mani-and-pedi booths, ultra high-end interiors, and an eye-catching marble manicure bar—and that's just the aesthetics.

A basic or standard manicure is the traditional manicure that you're probably familiar with. Here your nails are trimmed, shaped and buffed. Cuticle oil is applied and cuticles are managed too. You'll usually get to enjoy a wonderfully relaxing hand massage.

To recap: Gel, shellac and dip powder manicures offer flawless, chip-free long-wear color; dip powder does not require UV or LED light to set, while gel and shellac manicures do. Lippman advises that hot water is the enemy of all three.

Spa manicures provide not just a longer-lasting result, but also an enjoyable experience that can help promote health and well-being. Although there may be some additional cost associated with the extra products and services used during a spa manicure, the overall benefits can outweigh the extra expense.