A Private Nail Studio in Manhattan

The Founder

From Finance to the Nail Industry

Before entering the nail industry, Margarita worked in finance. She began doing nails for family, then moved into professional training with educators from different countries. Her early work focused on e-file preparation, gel application, shaping, and understanding how different products behave on the natural nail.

After moving to New York, Margarita continued working with clients and developing her technique. Later, she opened Mars Nails in Manhattan's Financial District

Mars Nails is a private Russian manicure & Pedicure studio with focus on precise nail preparation, shaping, application, and final finishing.

Competition Background

Margarita has received multiple awards at Nailympia in technical and editorial categories. Her competition work has been presented in San Antonio, Anaheim, Orlando, and Germany. She also serves as an international Nailympia judge.

In competition, small details matter. Judges look closely at shape, symmetry, product placement, and finish. The same things matter in salon work too, even when the service itself looks simple.

The goal is straightforward: the nails should look clean, feel comfortable, and grow out well.