Acrylic Nails

Since not everyone can be gifted with perfect looking nails, it is a great asset for a salon to offer acrylic nails. There are work at home kits that include all the ingredients needed to create this look without the cost of a salon, and if you are patient, these kits can be of great assistance.

Acrylic nails do not damage your actual real nails, when used correctly as some have previously thought. They are safe to use, but if misused, damage can and normally will occur. Wearing acrylic nails should take caution and make sure there is no area open between the natural nail and the acrylic. This will cause discoloration and ridges in the natural nail beneath. Avoid hitting the acrylic nails on objects or peeling at the acrylic, because this will create a very indigenous space for fungus and bacteria to grow underneath. When applying the nails, use clean instruments that are sanitized or disposable. Many bacteria and molds live on these instruments and can be transferred in this manner.
When wearing acrylic nails, make sure you keep track of how long you have had them on. 3 months is the longest that these nails should be worn, due to the natural nail’s need of moisture and freedom to breathe. If you notice that the skin around the fingers or nails is peeling, or has become discolored, it is best to get the nails off as soon as possible. Sometimes even a dermatologist should be consulted, as damage can already be taking place to the natural nail and treatment should be sought.