Best Acrylic Nails near me in University Heights, San Diego
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Adams Avenue Nail Bar
3466 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
+1 619-230-5808+1 619-230-5808Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Pedicure
Gel Nails
Manicure
Mission Nails And Spa
928 Fort Stockton Dr #115, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 858-539-3888+1 858-539-3888Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Lisa Hair & Nail
4711 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, USA
+1 619-719-0094+1 619-719-0094Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Dip Powder Nails
Nail Art
Manicure
Nebula's Nail Sanctuary
5171 Mission Center Rd B-3 #24, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-356-3923+1 619-356-3923Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Gel Nails
Manicure
Thee Nail Spa
1281 Ninth Ave Suite 144, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
+1 619-356-0366+1 619-356-0366Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
InStyle Nails
10439 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-584-0411+1 619-584-0411Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Pedicure
Manicure
Nail Haven & Co.
1281 Ninth Ave Ste A Rm 140, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
+1 619-808-2876+1 619-808-2876Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Pedicure
Gel Nails
Nail Art
Kensington nails and spa
4104 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
+1 619-452-9978+1 619-452-9978Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Kelly's Hair & Nails
2855 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-298-3517+1 619-298-3517Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Hybrid Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
The Newme Nails
5658 Mission Center Rd #303, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-692-1512+1 619-692-1512Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Pedicure
Nail Extensions
Nail Polish
Corner Nails Lounge & Spa San Diego
4502 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
+1 619-228-9819+1 619-228-9819Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
ProfessioNAIL
417 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-298-9888+1 619-298-9888Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Pedicure
Manicure
Twinkle Nails & Spa
3223 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
+1 619-281-6169+1 619-281-6169Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Dip Powder Nails
Pedicure
Sola Salon Studios
1450 Frazee Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 858-531-7277+1 858-531-7277Call to bookMakeup Service
iNailology Spa & Bar San Diego
3076 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-255-7180+1 619-255-7180Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Lulu's Nail Spa & Boutique
2348 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-521-2026+1 619-521-2026Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Hello Birdie Nail & Lash Lab
3032 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-358-9875+1 619-358-9875Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Manicure
Apple Nails & Spa
2020 Camino Del Rio N #107, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-295-8599+1 619-295-8599Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Pedicure
Manicure and Pedicure
Lavish Nails
7610 Hazard Center Dr ste 503, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-294-9800+1 619-294-9800Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Hybrid Nails
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Jean Claude Salon & Spa
3594 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-298-6104+1 619-298-6104Call to bookFacial
Makeup Service
Men's Facial
Vicky's Hair & Nail Design
4642 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, USA
+1 619-230-5755+1 619-230-5755Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Pedicure
Gel Nail Extensions
The Little Nail Shop San Diego
4242 Camino Del Rio N # 18, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-528-8170+1 619-528-8170Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Nails By Kevin
3639 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-284-2250+1 619-284-2250Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Pedicure
Nail Extensions
Nail Polish
5th Ave Nails and Spa
3975 Fifth Ave UNIT 120, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-299-6789+1 619-299-6789Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Hair & Nails Today
4170 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, USA
+1 619-542-9618+1 619-542-9618Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Polish
Russian Manicure
Spa Pedicure
The Hub Nails Lounge
1020 University Ave Space D102, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-293-7950+1 619-293-7950Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Manicure
Men's Pedicure
Nail Extensions
Leo-Nails Wellness Massage
3104 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-458-9088+1 619-458-9088Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Men's Manicure
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
North Park Nail Lounge
3983 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-915-5138+1 619-915-5138Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Fish Pedicure
Nail Art
K & K Nails & Spa
1278 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-574-6752+1 619-574-6752Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Nail Art
Pedicure
Le Nails Salon (Next to T-Mobile Store, Mission Valley Costco & Ikea)
2307 Fenton Pkwy UNIT 105, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-563-7057+1 619-563-7057Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Pedicure
Manicure
Italy Nails & Spa
1970 Columbia St suite b, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
+1 619-764-5321+1 619-764-5321Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nail Extensions
Fish Pedicure
Gel Nails
Phenix Salon Suites
1281 Ninth Ave ste a, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
+1 619-775-1162+1 619-775-1162Call to bookMakeup Service
Blush Beauty Salon
4801 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115, USA
+1 619-265-7497+1 619-265-7497Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure
Nail Polish
Spa Pedicure
Diamond Nail Salon And Spa
3831 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105, USA
+1 619-284-1453+1 619-284-1453Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Pedicure
Gel Nails
Manicure
Prestige Nails And Spa
1660 Camino De La Reina suite b, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-297-8899+1 619-297-8899Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Russian Manicure
Spa Pedicure
Manicure
A&K NAILS & SPA
2346 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-543-9612+1 619-543-9612Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Fish Pedicure
Manicure
QD Nails And Spa
2839 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
+1 619-299-5275+1 619-299-5275Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Polish
Gel Nails
Manicure
Hillcrest Nail Lounge
1228 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-432-1360+1 619-432-1360Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Gel Nails
Fish Pedicure
Manicure
Happy Nails & Spa
7007 Friars Rd #208, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-260-1764+1 619-260-1764Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Pedicure
Manicure
Lily Nails and Spa
4455 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, USA
+1 619-501-5155+1 619-501-5155Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Spa Pedicure
Gel Nails
Manicure
Nail Studio Gaslamp
953 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
+1 619-255-9455+1 619-255-9455Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Russian Manicure
Spa Pedicure
Nail Art
Tammy's Nail Salon II
3780 Fifth Ave #1, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
+1 619-291-0594+1 619-291-0594Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Nail Art
Fish Pedicure
Pedicure
Ameri Nails
1640 Camino Del Rio N Suite 137, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
+1 619-293-0119+1 619-293-0119Call to bookAcrylic Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
Men's Manicure
Men's Pedicure
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 $55 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.
We're excited to be the number one platform for top-rated salons, spas and clinics. Fresha has scheduled 1 billion appointments worldwide. Yup, that's right. We're active in 120 countries, including the US. One of the 120,000 businesses already using Fresha's free program to take bookings like yours could turn out to be your new local favourite. Let's jump straight to the best bit. We've made it easy to find and book the right nail salon in University Heights. All you have to do is show up. If you want to see your favourite nail technician on Fresha, let us know at hello@fresha.com. We'd love to hear from you.
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