How to Take Care of Artificial Nails




More and more women are opting for artificial nails, as they offer the option of having pretty looking nails without much effort at an affordable cost. Find out how to care for them.

If you have trouble growing your nails, or want a quick fix because you are going somewhere special, getting yourself a set of artificial acrylic nails is the next best thing to natural, well-polished nails.If you want them to last longer and get the best out of your acrylic nail experience, here are some simple steps.

Treat artificial nails like your real nails. Don’t use them for hard labour like opening heavily-sealed packages or tins.

Keep them dry. Water and acrylic do not mix. The combination not only causes lifting, it also leads to bacteria and fungi. So, dry you nails with a towel thoroughly after every hand wash.

Wash your hands with antibacterial soap. Bacteria are the death of acrylic nails, as they discolour and deteriorate them, causing longstanding or permanent damage.

Never glue down lifted artificial nails. If you do not prepare your nail for an enhancement by cleansing it, it could cause you more trouble.

Swab your fake nails with alcohol each night before sleeping. It will help cleanse your nails of any dirt or bacteria.

Avoid removing fake nails yourself. You can take them off at home by soaking them in a nail polish remover that contains acetone, but this could be dangerous.

If you accidentally chip off part of the fake nail or lift the bed, visit the nail salon immediately for a fix. A nail technician will be able to positively advise you whether you need to completely remove the acrylic nail and/or visit a doctor.

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