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L'essence Beauty Salon Livingston
Unit 6A Newyearfield Business Park, Hawk Brae, Livingston EH54 6TW, United Kingdom
+44 1506 411211+44 1506 411211Call to bookDermaplaning
Microdermabrasion
Threading
Acne Facial
Beyond Beautie and Training Academy
5 Grampian Court, Livingston, EH54 6QF, United Kingdom
+44 7707 274282+44 7707 274282Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Pedicure
Diva Nails
Unit 76, Almondvale S, Livingston EH54 6HR, United Kingdom
+44 1506 443009+44 1506 443009Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Pedicure
Gel Nails
Manicure
du beau hair and beauty Howden
1 Howden W Rd, Livingston, EH54 6AA, United Kingdom
+44 1506 238700+44 1506 238700Call to bookWomen's Haircut
Blow Dry
Hair Extensions
Balayage
The Studio - Nails • Lashes • Aesthetics
2A Almondside, Livingston, EH54 6QU, United Kingdom
+44 1506 440394+44 1506 440394Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Pedicure
Gel Nails
Manicure
Glow up hair & beauty studio
27 Main St, Mid Calder, Livingston EH53 0AW, United Kingdom
+44 7724 685761+44 7724 685761Call to bookBlow Dry
Hair Extensions
Balayage
Children's Haircut
Blackwood Beauty
26 Ossian Dr, Murieston, Livingston EH54 9HL, United Kingdom
+44 7960 286299+44 7960 286299Call to bookThreading
Top reviews of Acrylic Nails in Livingston North
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Your natural nails will continue to grow beneath your acrylics. This means you will see an area of regrowth within 2-3 weeks that you’ll probably want filled.
A full set of acrylic nails can be worn for 6-8, and should then be removed.
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.
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