Best Acrylic Nails Near Me in Blackwood
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Monroes Beauty Salon
14 Bridge St, Blackwood, NP12 1AX, United Kingdom
+44 1495 222756+44 1495 222756Call to bookMicrodermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
Bridal Makeup
The Sunshack
31 Bridge St, Blackwood, NP12 1AX, United Kingdom
+44 1495 230230+44 1495 230230Call to bookMicrodermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
Bridal Makeup
Aphrodite Beauty Therapy Clinic Ltd
229 High St, Blackwood, NP12 1AL
01495 22974001495 229740Call to bookFacial
Dermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Threading
You are Beautiful
High St, Fleur-de-lis, Blackwood NP12 3UB, United Kingdom
+44 1443 822398+44 1443 822398Call to bookFacial
Makeup Service
Innerbeauty Blackwood
2, The Circle, Manor Rd, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood NP12 2NP, United Kingdom
+44 1495 230758+44 1495 230758Call to bookDermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
The Beauty Lounge
3 Bryn Ln, The Bryn, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood NP12 2PG, United Kingdom
+44 1495 227711+44 1495 227711Call to bookMicrodermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
Facial
Acrylic Nails FAQs
Acrylic nails, like gels, are artificial - which ones you consider better is really down to personal preference.
Gels give a more natural, glossier finish than acrylics, but acrylics tend to be stronger. Gel nails cure under a UV lamp; acrylics start curing as soon as they’re exposed to air. They can both be used to lengthen nails. Gels last for 2 weeks and should then be removed; Acrylic nails last 6-8 weeks, but will need fills after 2-3 weeks to hide regrowth. Both can damage your natural nails, so it’s always best to seek out an experienced nail technician who can do the application, filling and removal for you.
Yes, and you can use acrylic nails to add extra length, too!
Acrylic nails may contract and tighten after application and this can cause discomfort; however it shouldn’t last longer than 24hrs. If you’re experiencing pain after that, it could be a sign of damage or infection, particularly if your nails were filed down too low or your cuticles were pushed back too far pre-application. To avoid infection, damage and discomfort, we always recommend having your acrylic nails applied, filled, and removed by an experienced nail technician.
We always recommend asking a professional nail technician to remove your acrylic nails for you, but if you are planning on removing them yourself, follow these steps to minimise damage to your natural nails
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File off as much of the acrylic nail as you can using a coarse 100-grit nail file. Take care not to go down to your natural nail, though.
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Soak 10 cotton wool balls in 100% acetone, then apply 5 of them to your nails, securing them in position by wrapping a strip of foil around each fingertip. Leave them on for 20 minutes, then remove, and repeat on your other hand.
TIP: Avoid soaking your fingertips in a bowl of acetone - it’s a strong chemical and will dry your skin.
- Take a wooden cuticle stick and gently push the acrylic and glue off your nail. Buff any remnants away with a soft foam nail buffer and moisturise your nails with a natural oil, like jojoba.
They don’t. Human nails grow at around 3mm (1/8”) every month whether you wear artificial nails or not. Acrylic nails don’t make your natural nails grow faster, but because of their length, they can give the impression that your own nails have grown more quickly.
Quite a lot - we’ve listed the main points below:
Nail strength - if you’ve got weak or brittle nails, wait to get them in optimal health before you get acrylics. You can boost your nail health by moisturising them daily with a natural nail strengthening oil, like jojoba.
Shape - decide on your shape and length pre-application. If it’s your first time, don’t plump for super-long nails; begin short so you can get used to the weight and feel.
Prep - perfect nail prep helps prevent discomfort, lifting, and breakage. Your nails must be filed (but not overly) and sanitised before application.
Infections - prevent infections by ensuring that the acrylic manicure instruments used are properly sterilised first and that your nails are applied and removed by an experienced acrylic nail technician.
Fills - you’ll need fills to touch-up regrowth every 2-3 weeks. It’s advisable to only have one set of fills before removing the whole set of acrylic nails.
Popping-off - acrylic nails can pop off if they hit hard surfaces and if you tap your hands repeatedly (e.g. if you do a lot of typing). They can also pop off if your nail wasn’t properly prepped.
Time - application and removal of acrylics take around an hour each. Make sure you book a professional to minimise damage.
Costs - prices vary, but as a rule of thumb, the more colours and greater intricacy of design you go for, the higher the cost.
It’s unlikely. You can still wash, swim, and shower when you’re wearing acrylic nails, but prolonged exposure to water could cause them to lift.
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Acrylic nails go hand in hand with durability, style and long-lasting wear. And it's not just a case of covering up your natural nail bed.
Nail experts take cuticle care seriously when you book in for acrylic nail extensions or overlays. Get your full set of acrylic nails in uniform shape, and walk away with high shine colour or classic pink and white fill. Treatment times and prices vary in Blackwood, but banking on around £25 and up to 1 hour sounds about right. Search instant appointments for acrylic nails even quicker with our mobile app, and get your hands or feet looking neat in no time.
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