Guides & reads

Honest, local guides to picking salons, services, and nail care in Marina del Rey.

How to pick a nail salon in Marina del Rey — from boat-friendly pedicures near the harbor to gel work that holds up to sun, sand, and salt air.

A local editor's take on gel versus dip powder manicures in Marina del Rey — what holds up best between boat days, beach walks, and harbor humidity.

From boat-deck-ready manicures to low-key sets for the Silver Strand crowd, here's what Marina del Rey nail clients are asking for heading into 2026.