Best Acrylic Nails near me in Canterbury
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SO PINK Hair and Beauty
82 High St, Whitstable CT5 1AZ, United Kingdom
+44 1227 236666+44 1227 236666Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Dip Powder Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Pedicure
Five Elements Beauty
Lombard House, 12-17 Upper Bridge St, Canterbury CT1 2NF, United Kingdom
+44 1227 636626+44 1227 636626Call to bookDermaplaning
Men's Facial
Facial Extractions
Makeup Service
Camomile Rooms
5-6 St Margaret's St, Canterbury CT1 2TP, United Kingdom
+44 1227 784847+44 1227 784847Call to bookBrazilian Waxing
Hollywood Waxing
Sugaring
Back Waxing
Caraccio's Hair and Beauty
83 St. Dunstans St, Canterbury CT2 8AD, United Kingdom
+44 1227 455422+44 1227 455422Call to bookHair Extensions
Balayage
Children's Haircut
Curly Haircut
Mettyear's Day Spa Salon & Cafe
97 High St lower floor, Herne Bay CT6 5LA, United Kingdom
+44 1227 365195+44 1227 365195Call to bookFacial
Facial Extractions
Microdermabrasion
Makeup Service
Salon Chique Ltd
Alexander Court, Mill Rd, Sturry, Canterbury CT2 0BD, United Kingdom
+44 1227 711399+44 1227 711399Call to bookMicrodermabrasion
Acne Facial
Facial
Facial Extractions
The Stylers Hairdresser And Nails
43 St Peter's St, Canterbury CT1 2BG, United Kingdom
+44 1227 504738+44 1227 504738Call to bookHair Treatment
Blow Dry
Hair Extensions
Balayage
Beauty Lounge
105 Tankerton Rd, Tankerton, Whitstable CT5 2AJ, United Kingdom
+44 1227 266060+44 1227 266060Call to bookThreading
Dermaplaning
Henna Tattoos
Makeup Service
5th Avenue Nails Studio
10 Horsebridge Rd, Whitstable CT5 1AF, United Kingdom
+44 1227 772871+44 1227 772871Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Spa Pedicure
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
No 1 Nails & Beauty
1-2 The Friars, Canterbury CT1 2AS, United Kingdom
+44 1227 781465+44 1227 781465Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Pinkies Beauty Salon
5C Tower Parade, Whitstable CT5 2BJ, United Kingdom
+44 1227 274519+44 1227 274519Call to bookDermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
CS Beauty
91-95 High St, Herne Bay, CT6 5LQ, United Kingdom
+44 1227 634720+44 1227 634720Call to bookHenna Tattoos
Men's Facial
Microdermabrasion
Acne Facial
KoKo Beauty & Footcare
2nd Floor, 4 St Margaret's St, Canterbury CT1 2TP, United Kingdom
+44 7784 223287+44 7784 223287Call to bookDermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Acne Facial
Facial
Anita Wilson Pro Beauty
60 Grasmere Rd, Chestfield, Whitstable CT5 3NA, United Kingdom
+44 7887 898761+44 7887 898761Call to bookThreading
Acne Facial
Facial
Facial Extractions
Therapy Hair Body Nails
21 Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HG, United Kingdom
+44 1227 767677+44 1227 767677Call to bookSpray Tanning
HD NAIL&BEAUTY SALON
120 High St, Herne Bay CT6 5JY, United Kingdom
+44 1227 657621+44 1227 657621Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Polish
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Hot-Tees
254A Sturry Rd, Canterbury CT1 1DT, United Kingdom
+44 1227 456652+44 1227 456652Call to bookAcne Facial
Dermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Threading
Serenity Beauty Laser & Aesthetics - Swalecliffe
10a St John's Rd, Swalecliffe, Whitstable CT5 2QU, United Kingdom
+44 1227 794202+44 1227 794202Call to bookLED Light Therapy
IPL Hair Removal
Hair Transplants
Electrolysis
Tan N Tone
62 Cornwallis Ave, Aylesham, Canterbury CT3 3HQ, United Kingdom
+44 1304 447747+44 1304 447747Call to bookThreading
Facial
Makeup Service
Men's Facial
Beautylicious
119 Reculver Rd, Beltinge, Herne Bay CT6 6PB, United Kingdom
+44 1227 372562+44 1227 372562Call to bookDermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
Elite Beauty - Canterbury
20 Orange St, Canterbury CT1 2JA, United Kingdom
+44 1227 451145+44 1227 451145Call to bookDermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
Nail N Nail
21 William St, Herne Bay, CT6 5EG, United Kingdom
+44 1227 363839+44 1227 363839Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Manicure
Men's Pedicure
Nail Extensions
Manhattan Nails
69 High St, Herne Bay CT6 5LQ, United Kingdom
+44 1227 743300+44 1227 743300Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Dip Powder Nails
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Smart Nails
19 Lower Bridge St, Canterbury CT1 2LG, United Kingdom
+44 1227 459900+44 1227 459900Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Manicure
Men's Pedicure
Nail Extensions
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Acrylic Nails FAQs
Acrylic nails should last between 6-8 weeks and will need a fill every 2-3 weeks to cover regrowth. Shellac and gel nails last for 2-3 weeks.
No, leave it to the nail technician - they will trim your nails to the optimum length and shape for you.
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.
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.
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.
You can still go about your daily life as normal when you’re wearing acrylic nails - just be sure to wear gloves when you do the housework. You should also avoid biting your nails (which may cause them to crack and break) and steer clear of high heat and harsh chemicals (like turpentine), which will damage your nails.
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.
Book your next acrylic nails appointment in Canterbury with Fresha
For your next nail appointment, booking with Fresha makes everything easier. When you use Fresha, you'll be able to find the top nail salons in Canterbury and book an appointment that fits around your schedule. You'll pay for your treatment upfront, so you can spend more time doing what you want. Self-care, simplified.
When it comes to nail techs around Canterbury, you'll find the cream of the crop on Fresha. And you don't need to go far to find them. If you can't decide on the best place, let Fresha’s verified customer reviews help you out. Read what locals think about each business and match with the best stylist or professional for you. Simple. So we've got it sorted.
It's hard to beat acrylic nails if you're looking for long-lasting wear and durability. There's nothing quite like acrylic nail extensions or subtle pink and white fill to make us feel fully dressed.
An acrylic full set is the ultimate treat for hands or feet that deserve gorgeous glamour. And it shouldn't take too long in the salon to get this stylish look. By our books, setting aside between 15 minutes and 1 hour 15 minutes in Canterbury sounds about right. The nail experts on Fresha have instant appointments on everything from full set acrylic hands and feet to acrylic nail removal.
Join the millions of people around the world who are benefitting from using Fresha. With 130,000 businesses in 120 countries using Fresha's top-ranked program to take instant online appointments, you can even count on us during your next trip abroad. So pack your bags. For any help with booking your next nail appointment in Canterbury, United Kingdom, drop in to our help center. We like things to be as smooth as you're going to feel. For seamless appointments and exclusive discounts, book with us now. We're the place to be for all your wellness and self-care needs.
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