Abstract: A nail dryer includes a clamshell shaped base for resting the user's hand thereon. A C-shaped heating member is attached to the perimeter of the base by rib braces. The member includes two separated C-shaped channels housing a rope heater. The ribs form segmented air slots between the base and the channels. A clamshell shaped cover fits over the base and the C-shaped heating member. The closed cover forms an air chamber. The channels also have air induction vents below the heater for allowing outside air to pass by the heater and then to enter the air chamber. Air also enters via the air slots and is heated as it flows by the two channels. The hot air entering the air chamber is deflected by baffles. The wet fingernails are positioned in the chamber, and the hot air flow rapidly bakes the polish. The hot air vents at the cutaway rear of the cover. The stepped fashion of the rope heater and the two channels influence the air flow and currents in the chamber.