Best Gel Nails in Philadelphia
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Gel Nails FAQs
Gel nails cost between $8 and $60 in Philadelphia.
Once you’ve had gel nails applied, they should remain chip-free for between 2-3 weeks.
Although gel manicures look beautiful, they can cause your natural nails to become brittle. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that repeated use of gel nails can increase the risk of skin cancer and the premature ageing of skin on the hands.
Gel and shellac nails both cure under UV light, but their composition is different. Gel nail polish is a lacquer made from acrylic monomers and oligomers; shellac polish is part gel, part regular nail polish, and is a patented brand by Creative Nail Design (CND). Both give a high shine and long-lasting finish.
Gel nails tend to give a more natural and glossier finish than acrylic nails; they are cured under a UV lamp and last for around 2 weeks. Acrylic nails are stronger than gels and start to cure as soon as they’re exposed to air; they generally last for 6-8 weeks but will need fills after 2 weeks to hide regrowth. Both can be used to lengthen nails and both can damage your natural nails.
Once every 2 weeks. Gel nails cure (harden) in UV light; this means they continue to cure in natural sunlight. The longer you keep your polish on, the longer it cures and the harder it is to remove. To reduce the risk of stripping and damaging your nails, it’s recommended that you book in with an experienced nail technician to remove and redo your gel nail polish every 2 weeks.
Book your next gel nails appointment in Philadelphia with Fresha
When you want to book a last-minute nail appointment in Philadelphia and can't decide where to go, Fresha is here to help. It's easy to find highly rated nail salons on our website or mobile app, and we've made booking an appointment easy. Fresha has done the hard work, so all you have to do is book, pay and turn up on the day.
From North Philadelphia to South Philadelphia, Fresha leaves no stone uncovered. So when you're planning your next nail appointment in Philadelphia, don't find yourself stuck between a rock and a hard place. Instead, browse Fresha and discover the treatment you've been looking for. That's right, there are over 10 nail salons in your area. And if you want some VIP treatment, Philadelphia has over 10 five-star businesses too. So good. Seize the day, and do self-care your way, we say.
Gel nails leave you ready to go as soon as your nail expert turns off the setting lamp. You could be rocking the boldest colours and glossiest shine with smudge-free, solid nails.
And gel polish like Shellac is long-lasting, so you can go up to 2 or 3 weeks without chipping. Find appointments to suit your schedule on the Fresha website or mobile app. Prices in Philadelphia for gel nails start from $8, and your nails could be shining in under 1 hour 30 minutes.
We're thrilled to have scheduled 700 million appointments globally, and we're not stopping now. So whether you're new to Fresha in Philadelphia, or coming back for more in the US or abroad, it's so nice to have you here. Let us pair you with one of the 450,000 top-rated stylists and professionals currently using Fresha's free booking app to take bookings like yours. If you need a little assistance before booking, head over to our help centre. Any time you spend browsing now will pay off in positive post-treatment feelings, pinky promise.
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