About

Hi, I’m Geanina — founder of Chapter 1, a specialist nail salon and training academy based in Cheltenham.

What started as a personal passion has grown into one of the most trusted places in Cheltenham for BIAB nails, gel polish manicures, medical pedicures, and professional nail training. With a background in nursing, I bring a clinical level of care, hygiene, and precision to every treatment.

We offer a full menu of expert services — from natural-looking BIAB overlays and long-lasting gel polish nails, to unisex manicures designed for both men and women. Every treatment is delivered with attention to detail and a genuine focus on your nail and skin health.

Our medical pedicure service is where beauty meets wellbeing. This advanced pedicure goes far beyond the surface, offering specialist care for hard skin, cracked heels, ingrown toenails, and even fungal nail infections and verrucas. Each pedicure is carried out in a clean, relaxing space — with all the reassurance of clinical-grade hygiene and care.

At Chapter 1, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best nail and foot care destinations in Cheltenham, trusted for both our results and our approach. We also proudly run a growing nail training academy, offering accredited courses for beginners and professionals who want to learn safe, skilled, real-world techniques — the kind clients genuinely value.

Whether you’re booking a treatment or training to become a nail tech yourself, I’m so glad you’re here. You’ll be welcomed with warmth, expertise, and a real love for what we do.