How Long Does Acrylic Nails Last?
Our acrylic nails do not last as long as we would love for our them to last and they are not permanent. Almost all manicurist will advise their clients to get their acrylics filled every two to three weeks for maintenance and help prevent nails from lifting. How long does acrylic nails last? The answer is different for everyone because everyone takes care of their nails differently.
Can you go longer than 2 to 3 weeks without getting your acrylics filled? You can, but it is not recommended because your nail can break, develop an infection/fungus, can lift, and many other things can go wrong.
Don’t worry; we have some tips below on acrylic nail maintenance, warning signs to look out for and how to take care of your acrylics at home.
How Long Does Acrylic Nails Last?
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Find an Experienced Manicurist
Acrylic nail extension Photo source: Academy Finding a great technician/manicurist can be a hard task. It is worth the trials to find a technician that will do an excellent job with all of your nail needs and whom you can become friends with.
A good manicurist will have your nail looking in tip-top shape without crumbling or falling out until your next acrylic fill-in.
A not so good technician can quickly be discovered as he/she might not remove all moisture, overfill the nail or file too much of the acrylic nail which might result in breakage and weak, painful nails. A technician who does not have much experience might not take all health/safety precautions such as using clean materials, sanitizing work area and not giving 90 percent of his/her attention to you.
Book your appointments for fill-ins before you need your nails to be filled when you find a great manicurist because appointments should be hard to get. Do not forget to tip your manicurist and share smiles because we want to keep a good technician when we find one.
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Is Vaseline a Good Moisturizer?
What is the use of cuticle cream? What is cuticle care? Photo source: Bellanails Lotioning your hands and cuticles will not only help make your hands appear younger but also help keep your cuticles hydrated resulting in your acrylic nails lasting longer. Vaseline is a good moisturizer for your cuticles and hand.
Do you want your acrylic nails to last longer than usual and wonder how long does acrylic nails last? You can prolong the life of your nails by pampering your cuticles with lotion, vaseline or oil every time after washing your hands.
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Daily and Weekly Maintenance
Different nail shapes Photo source: Graziadaily Daily maintenance of your lovely acrylic nails is a must and can be a hassle at times because you might need a brush to get out the grime from under your nail. You can use any type of brush your comfortable with to clean your nails. Cleaning your nails on a regular basis will help to prevent infection.
It is recommended by manicurist to apply clear nail polish once a week to your nails because the nail polish will act as a sealant which prevents anything from getting between your natural nail and acrylic nail.
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Keep Your Nail Dry
Dry your acrylics Photo source: economictimes It can sometimes be hard to keep your nails dry, but it is essential if you do not want your acrylic overlays lifting. Dry your wet hands thoroughly with a cloth or paper towel. Wear rubber/latex gloves when doing the dishes. Dust your hands with baby powder if your hands tend to be moist most of the time because baby powder help to keep moisture at bay.
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Fix Damage Nails
File nails in one direction Photo source: Fudo Take a trip to the nail salon as soon as possible if you have a damaged nail such as a chipped nail, a lift, and any other issues.
Fixing your damage nail in a timely manner can prevent fungus, breakage and any pain it might cause your finger.
