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Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HT, United Kingdom
+44 7921 020710+44 7921 020710Call to bookAcrylic Nails
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Head Over Heels Beauty Salon
9 Market Pl, Longridge, Preston PR3 3RS, United Kingdom
+44 1772 782553+44 1772 782553Call to bookMicrodermabrasion
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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.
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.
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.
Acrylic nails generally cost less than than gels.
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.
Yes, and you can use acrylic nails to add extra length, too!
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.
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Let's face it, most of us would prefer 10 beautiful nails to 9. So if you snapped one while pulling your phone out of your pocket, or you lost one in a tussle with the TV remote, let the nail technicians in Derby and Thornley come to the rescue.
The average acrylic infill appointment in Derby and Thornley takes just 1 hour 15 minutes. So you can be back to a full set in no time. With your new acrylic extensions, you can stop hiding that chipped finger away, and put your whole hand on display.
So your journey to self-care satisfaction is nearly complete. It only takes one nail technician, in one Derby and Thornley nail salon, to take you from status quo to exceptional. Head to our help center if you'd like extra help getting there. And know that we're aiming for exceptional, too. We've booked 1 billion appointments in 120 countries around the world, including the UK, and we work with over 450,000 professionals — and counting. Millions of business owners have partnered with Fresha, using our best-in-class, free booking software to serve you better. With Fresha, arriving at your dream wellness destination is as simple as walking through the salon doors.
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