Hand care is one of the most frequently performed treatments in spas and salons. This is not surprising, after all, it is the hands that are the calling card of every woman. The main advantage of cosmetic hand treatments is their variety. In today’s article, we will mention all about the newest manicure trends, featuring Gel Nail and Acrylic Nails. Read on to get inspired for your next salon (or at-home) manicure!
WHAT ARE GEL NAILS?
Gel nails are not extensions – they are formed by brushing three coats of gel onto the natural nail. A base coat is first applied, followed by a polish color and then a protective top coat. After being applied, each coat is cured under a UV light for a few minutes.
Pros of Gel Manicure:
- The possibility of obtaining beautiful and long nails even for people who are not able to grow them on their own.
- A wide selection of decorations and nail colors.
- They give a shiny, fresh look.
- Long-lasting and strong nails.
- They are more flexible than acrylic nails and therefore less likely to chip off.
- Drying time is much quicker than a regular manicure.
- There are no unpleasant fumes during application.
WHAT ARE ACRYLIC NAILS?
Acrylic nails are extensions of natural nails. Applying them involves filing the natural nail bed down, and then adding a mix of acrylic powder and liquid. This creates acrylic which is used to mold the artificial nail. After this, nail polish can be applied to the smooth surface.
As nails grow out, you’ll still need to fill in acrylic nails every few weeks. Because of this regular maintenance (which is about the same for any nail), the slight increase in durability probably isn’t enough to be significant. Upkeep will continue regularly, no matter what nail style you pick.
Acrylic nails are very hard, which means that they have a rigid, inflexible appearance that natural nails do not. As a general rule, they are the most difficult to pass off as authentic. If you want a more believable appearance standing up to scrutiny, dipping nails or gels are the better bet.
Pros of Acrylic Manicure:
- Acrylic nails are more durable than gel or dip.
- They last longer.
- They are more affordable – both at the initial application and because they need replacing less frequently.
WHICH MANICURE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
The answer to this question is not easy, because most women over time try all options, even out of curiosity. It should be emphasized that in each case, the hands look elegant and beautiful, and the color is perfect and perfectly applied. However, choose gels if you want a long plate and care about durability or very fancy solutions (e.g. 3D nail design). In turn, if you want to look neat and be able to change nail color frequently, hybrids are just for you!
GET YOUR NAILS DONE TODAY!
Do you want to take advantage of any of the above nail care treatments? Make an appointment at our professional nail salon! You don’t have to prepare yourself. All you have to do is come and choose what color and any decorations you like. Remember that the manicure procedure can be extended with strong hand skin regeneration, i.e. paraffin that nourishes and moisturizes even the driest skin.
