Lacquered Manicure
$35–40Our signature manicure — meticulous shaping and cuticle care, finished with Dazzle Dry vegan quick-dry polish.
Nail Care Studio · West Pullman · Chicago
Nail care, never a rush job.
Lacquered Courage is an appointment-only nail wellness studio on Chicago's South Side — thorough, health-first manicures and pedicures finished with Dazzle Dry vegan polish, by an owner who treats every set like it's the only one on the books.
Rated 4.9★ across 83 Booksy reviews · By appointment only
Our Philosophy
Healthy nails first. Beautiful nails follow.
Step into Lacquered Courage at 11859 S State St in West Pullman — a calm, appointment-only studio where your nails are never rushed through a production line. Owner Essence keeps appointment blocks intentionally limited, so every visit gets the time it deserves: careful prep, honest advice, and detail work clients describe as thorough from start to finish.
The products are chosen the same way — vegan, 10-free formulas and Dazzle Dry lacquer, so your nails get color without the harsh chemistry.
🌿 Vegan & 10-free products
🧘 Appointment-only calm
🩺 Health-first approach
⭐ 4.9 on Booksy
The Menu
Unhurried services, honest prices
Lacquered Pedicure
$50–60A thorough, health-first pedicure with real attention to skin and nail condition, sealed in Dazzle Dry color.
Gel Manicure
$50–55Long-wearing gel color applied over carefully prepped natural nails — durability without shortcuts.
Gel Pedicure
$60–70Gel color on toes with the same unhurried, detailed care every appointment here gets.
Gel-X Extensions
$75–85Lightweight full-cover extensions in your length and shape, applied with nail health in mind.
Mani + Pedi Combos
$75–140Pair your manicure and pedicure into one calm, restorative appointment block.
🌿 Pricing varies by length, shape & design
For a quote and consultation:
📞 Call or text (773) 484-8482
📅 Or book directly on Booksy
For a quote and consultation:
📞 Call or text (773) 484-8482
📅 Or book directly on Booksy
Why we polish with Dazzle Dry 🌿
Dazzle Dry is a vegan lacquer system that dries fast without UV lamps and skips the harsh chemistry of traditional polish. Paired with our 10-free product standards, it means your color looks rich while your natural nails stay in good shape underneath.
Vegan10-free formulas
0UV lamps needed for lacquer
4.9★across 83 Booksy reviews
The Lacquered Courage Difference
Care you can feel in every step
- Limited books, on purpose. Appointment-only with limited blocks — your visit never overlaps with a crowd, and your tech is never watching the clock.
- Thorough, not fast. The running theme of our reviews: no rush job, ever. Prep, shaping, and finishing all get full attention.
- Products with a conscience. Vegan, 10-free polish and Dazzle Dry lacquer — chosen for your nail health, not just the shelf.
The Studio Feel
Calm, clean, considered
A wellness-studio approach to nails — one client at a time, gentle products, and finishes that hold up to real life.
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Reserve your appointmentWord From the Chair
4.9 stars, 83 reviews on Booksy
★★★★★
"No rush job — very thorough." Clients consistently point to the same thing: appointments here get full, unhurried attention from the first file to the final coat.
★★★★★
Essence is described as "a professional in all sense of the word" — punctual, prepared, and genuinely invested in the health of your natural nails.
★★★★★
The health-first approach comes up again and again — gentle vegan products, careful prep, and results that leave nails better off than they arrived.
Good to Know
Questions, answered
Do you take walk-ins?
No — the studio is appointment-only with limited appointment blocks. That's intentional: every client gets a thorough, unhurried visit with no one waiting behind them. Book ahead on Booksy or call (773) 484-8482.
What is Dazzle Dry polish?
Dazzle Dry is a vegan nail lacquer system that dries quickly without UV light and is formulated without many of the harsh chemicals found in traditional polish. It's the finish on our signature lacquered manicures and pedicures.
What does "health-first" nail care mean?
We put the condition of your natural nails and skin first — careful prep, gentle vegan and 10-free products, and no rushed work. Clients consistently describe appointments as thorough, never a rush job.
How much do services cost?
Lacquered manicures run $35–40, lacquered pedicures $50–60, gel manicures $50–55, gel pedicures $60–70, Gel-X extensions $75–85, and combos $75–140. Final pricing varies by length, shape and design — call (773) 484-8482 for a quote.
How do I book an appointment?
Book online through Booksy, or call (773) 484-8482. Appointment blocks are limited, so booking ahead is recommended.
Where are you located?
At 11859 S State St, Chicago, IL 60628 — in West Pullman near Roseland. We welcome clients from Pullman, Morgan Park, Beverly, and across Chicago's South Side.
Lacquered Courage at a glance
- What: Appointment-only, health-first nail care studio — Dazzle Dry vegan polish, gel services & Gel-X extensions
- Where: 11859 S State St, Chicago, IL 60628 — West Pullman / Roseland, South Side
- Hours: By appointment only · limited appointment blocks · no walk-ins
- Book: Booksy or call/text (773) 484-8482
- Rated: 4.9★ across 83 reviews on Booksy
- Good to know: Vegan & 10-free products · Dazzle Dry lacquer · owner-operated by Essence
Plan Your Visit
Find us on South State Street
📍 Address
11859 S State St
Chicago, IL 60628
West Pullman — near Roseland
📞 Phone
(773) 484-8482
📅 Booking
Lacquered Courage on Booksy
Appointments
HoursBy appointment only — appointment blocks are limited and fill up, so book ahead.
Walk-insNot available — the studio serves one unhurried appointment at a time.
Best way to bookReserve your slot on Booksy, or call (773) 484-8482 with questions about services or timing.