Best Acrylic Nails near me in University Heights, San Diego
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The Newme Nails
5658 Mission Center Rd #303, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 692-1512(619) 692-1512Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Pedicure
Nail Extensions
Nail Polish
Adams Avenue Nail Bar
3466 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
+1 619-230-5808+1 619-230-5808Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Pedicure
Nebula's Nail Sanctuary
5171 Mission Center Rd B-3 #24, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 356-3923(619) 356-3923Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Hybrid Nails
Pedicure
Men's Manicure
Nail Haven & Co.
2760 Fifth Ave Suite 205, Unit A, San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 808-2876(619) 808-2876Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Dip Powder Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Manicure and Pedicure
InStyle Nails
10439 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 584-0411(619) 584-0411Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Kelly's Hair & Nails
2855 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 298-3517(619) 298-3517Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Pedicure
Gel Nail Extensions
Corner Nails Lounge & Spa San Diego
4502 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 228-9819(619) 228-9819Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Spa Pedicure
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Mission Nails And Spa
928 Fort Stockton Dr #115, San Diego, CA 92103
(858) 539-3888(858) 539-3888Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Pedicure
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Italy Nails & Spa
1970 Columbia St suite b, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 764-5321(619) 764-5321Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Pedicure
Gel Nails
Apple Nails & Spa
2020 Camino Del Rio N #107, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 295-8599(619) 295-8599Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Pedicure
Hello Birdie Nail & Lash Lab
3032 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 358-9875(619) 358-9875Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Pedicure
Manicure
Lavish Nails
7610 Hazard Center Dr ste 503, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 294-9800(619) 294-9800Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Pedicure
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Vicky's Hair & Nail Design
4642 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 919-7744(619) 919-7744Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Pedicure
The Little Nail Shop San Diego
4242 Camino Del Rio N # 18, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 528-8170(619) 528-8170Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
iNailology Spa & Bar San Diego
3076 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 706-8273(619) 706-8273Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
5th Ave Nails and Spa
3975 Fifth Ave UNIT 120, San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 299-6789(619) 299-6789Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Millennium Nails San Diego
1901 Fourth Ave Suite #100-G, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 630-9177(619) 630-9177Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Polish
Gel Nails
Manicure
Prestige Nails And Spa
1660 Camino De La Reina suite b, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 297-8899(619) 297-8899Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Fish Pedicure
Manicure
Leo-Nails Wellness Massage
3104 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 458-9088(619) 458-9088Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Hillcrest Nail Lounge
1228 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 432-1360(619) 432-1360Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
The Hub Nails Lounge
1020 University Ave Space D102, San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 293-7950(619) 293-7950Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Manicure
Men's Pedicure
Nail Extensions
Phenix Salon Suites
1281 Ninth Ave ste a, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 775-1162(619) 775-1162Call to bookMakeup Service
Le Nails Salon (Next to T-Mobile Store, Mission Valley Costco & Ikea)
2307 Fenton Pkwy UNIT 105, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 563-7057(619) 563-7057Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Men and Boys Haircut (Barber Style)
3315 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104
(858) 465-9283(858) 465-9283Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Pedicure
Dip Powder Nails
Diamond Nail Salon And Spa
3831 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 284-1453(619) 284-1453Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Pedicure
Gel Nails
Manicure
Ameri Nails
1640 Camino Del Rio N Suite 137, San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 293-0119(619) 293-0119Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Pedicure
Manicure
Acrylic Nails FAQs
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 generally cost less than than gels.
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.
No, leave it to the nail technician - they will trim your nails to the optimum length and shape for you.
It’s 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.
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.
Yes, and you can use acrylic nails to add extra length, too!
Book your next acrylic nails appointment in University Heights with Fresha
If you're in need of some nails attention, then let us help you. At Fresha we've mapped out the best nail salons in University Heights, so that you can find an appointment near you in a matter of seconds. If that sounds right up your street, then we should definitely be friends. Because when you see how simple our booking system is, you'll want to stick with Fresha.
Read genuine reviews you can trust, from authentic customers just like you. With Fresha it's effortless to find a recommendation in University Heights. There's really no better way to look around town. It feels good knowing you're getting tried and trusted treatment. You can also forget about forgetting your next appointment. We'll keep you reminded in good time, so you can stay perfectly on track.
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 University Heights, but banking on around $60 and up to 2 hours 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.
With over 1 billion appointments booked worldwide, we're looking forward to adding your name to the list of satisfied customers. 450,000 professionals and 130,000 businesses have chosen to partner with Fresha around the globe, all using our free program. So we're pretty confident that you'll find what you're looking for. If you experience any hiccups, head over to our help center so we can resolve it for you. Don’t forget, we're not just active in University Heights, United States. Fresha is live in more than 120 countries worldwide. So if you're going global, we'll be right there with you.
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