How acrylic nails are usually applied?
Acrylic nails are created by combining a powdered acrylic product, called a polymer, with a liquid acrylic product, called a monomer using a brush made for acrylic nail applications.
Tips, if used are applied to the natural nails and buffed so the product can adhere to the nail.
The brush is then dipped into the acrylic liquid, then into the powder, forming a small ball at the end of the brush. The ball in then placed on the nail and spread to create a layer of acrylic.
1 or 2 more layers are applied. then the nail is shaped and buffed smooth.
Benefits of acrylic nails
Acrylics are considered the hardest and most durable of all artificial nail methods.
They are widely available and versatile. Hence,most salons actually offer this service and many specialize in Acrylic nail applications.
Which is actually great news for artificial nail lovers as it also means that there are a wide selection of nail salons to chose from and more creative acrylic nail designs.
Furthermore, nail polish lasts much longer on fake nails vs natural nails.
So when should I go for my infills
Acrylic nails need to be filled every 2-3 weeks depending on your natural nail growth.
It's best if you set up 2 or 3 appointments ahead of time. This will ensure that you do not let your acrylics overgrow which can result in lifting. (Lifting is when the acrylic nail leaves a small gap between your natural nail and the acrylic overlay)
PS: Do visit our Nail tips video bar on the left side for a short preview on 3D acrylic art
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