Since 1963 I have been getting manicures, and 'til this day-- I am still getting them every three weeks. After all one's neatly trimmed nails are part of the grooming regimen-- going along with haircuts and mustache trims.
When I went to my barber on that fine day in Cleveland, OH--- he had a manicurist and encouraged me to try her expertise. I had it and was indeed pleased. At the time the manicurists would use clear polish, but today my manicurist in Pacific Grove, CA (Monterey Peninsula) who I've been seeing for some 20+ years only applies a light buff to the nails.
Having one's nails done, esp. on the hands and feet, are an essential part of one's overall grooming regimen.
[Have yet to get a pedicure from Lydia, for her price is rather "dear"-- $95+.]