There are many reasons why acrylic nails are such a popular choice: they last a long time, don't break easily and the color applied looks great. On the other hand, acrylic nails can lift, split or cause a nasty infection. Luckily, there are steps you can take to make your beautiful acrylic nails last long without putting too much effort and inviting infection. This article will guide you to do it!
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Step 1. Keep your nails as dry as possible
You don't want your nails to lift, which is the result of constantly getting your hands and nails wet. To prevent your nails from lifting, try:
- Dry your hands thoroughly with a cloth or towel every time you finish washing your hands, leaving the bathroom, or after swimming.
- Wear rubber or latex gloves every time you wash dishes.
- Sprinkle some baby powder on your hands if you basically have damp hands. Baby powder will remove moisture.
Step 2. Wash your hands with antibacterial soap
Bacteria can easily invade your natural nails, causing damage and infection to the nails. Be sure to wash your hands, or wash your hands occasionally with an antibacterial soap to reduce the chance of getting infected with bacteria.
Step 3. Repair damaged nails immediately
If a small part of your nail is damaged, go back to the salon and have a beautician have it checked. Many salons will repair damaged nails a few days after your first arrival for free, and if not, they'll charge less than usual for a quick fix.
Step 4. Once a week, repaint your nails
Beautify your acrylic nails again by applying clear nail polish, let it dry, then file it. That way, you can maintain a clean look on your nails and make the acrylic paint last longer.
Once every two weeks, visit the salon and have your nails filed again. Re-filing the nail will help adhere the acrylic nail to your natural nail plate, reducing the risk of infection and making your nails look shinier
Step 5. Only use nail polish remover that does not contain acetone
If you decide to remove nail polish, don't use any old nail polish remover. Acetone can deteriorate acrylic, making acetone not a good product for acrylic nails. Instead, look for a nail polish remover that, in addition to removing the polish, also softens your nails and cuticles.
Step 6. Be careful of dryness, redness or peeling of the skin
Look for signs of dryness, redness and flaking in the area around your acrylic nails. This may be a sign of dermatitis, which indicates that your skin doesn't react well to acrylic nails. If your skin doesn't react well to acrylic, it may be a sign to discontinue use.
Step 7. Apply lotion to your hands and between your fingers to prevent dryness
Hands that are too dry can spoil the appearance of acrylic nails. But bacteria and mold usually thrive in damp places, so don't keep your hands damp for long periods of time.
Step 8. Oil your nails once or twice a day to keep the nails supple
Nails that are not maintained are more likely to become stiff, and eventually break. Oil your nails with a neutral oil like rapeseed oil.
