Gel Or Acrylic Nails Last Longer

According to Davis the lifetime of gel tip extensions depends on how you use your handsfor some people theyll.

Gel or acrylic nails last longer. It is harder to find nail salons that offer them. Dip mani tends to be thicker. A polish manicure will inevitably have more wear and teareven on top of an acrylic baseso I suggest getting a gel manicure if you want your acrylics to last longer says Pinto.

Acrylic and builder gel can be used to add length or strength to the nails. Acrylic nails are cured by air and gel nails have to be placed under a UV light. That being said hard gel nails will last longer.

If you have long nails or extensions you should think in terms of durability. The biggest problem is probably cost while you will pay more in the shop for a gel manicure the cost of creating them in your own home is likely to be much lower. Gel should be removed by soaking in acetone either at home or in salon.

If youre new to gel nails know that gel nails and gel polish are different things gel nails are an enhancement to strengthen or lengthen your nails while gel polish is a type of colored polish that lasts longer than standard nail polish and must be cured under UV light. Gel as in hard gel is permanent. They are more expensive which can be big minus point in these economic times.

We estimate three times longer. Acrylic nails generally last longer than gel nails Shutterstock Acrylic nails on the other hand are easier to soak and remove but much more complicated when it comes to application. Dip powder is more for color and is like an acrylic version of gel polish.

In summary gel polish is a great pop of colour that stays looking great for longer than regular nail polish and maintains a protective layer for the surface of your nails. They can damage your nail bed. Are more flexible which makes them less prone to damage.