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One of the most annoying things is when, after having been taking care of your nails for a long time, they suddenly start to split or chip, just when they were perfectly long and well-groomed, with an attractive diva length.
 
By the way, sometimes we also find ourselves with the phenomenon of pause or “detoxification” of artificial nails, by our own decision or medical necessity, where once we are accustomed to having beautiful long artificial nails, with multiple shapes, colors, and designs, we suddenly see ourselves with short nails, or with nails that are somewhat long and weak, producing us a cerebral shock, in which we are even ashamed to have our hands seen, because we feel that we are missing something, like a part of our identity has just disappeared, and we have to start from zero.
 
 
Whatever the situation, and if you feel identified, continue reading, because this blog post interests you!
 

Growth and care of natural nails.

When it comes to nail growth, the most important thing is to be patient and take constant care of them. From the diet, where essential nutrients play an essential role, such as vitamins C and E, as well as fatty acids, and minerals such as Zinc and Calcium, and even probiotics, can help a lot from within. The ideal is to have a varied and complete diet, but we can complete it with nutritional supplements, which can help us improve, among other things, the health of our nails.
 
 
 
On the other hand, weekly manicures and pedicures are mandatory! Removing the excess cuticle, trim, and file, along with the use of nail oils, and a good nail treatment such as a nail hardener, or an anti-chip treatment.
 

Long and short natural nails.

If we all know something, it is how beautiful well-maintained natural nails can be, for which everyone asks what the secret of their growth and maintenance is, and many others look on with envy. They are the reason for the invention of artificial nails, because when a nail breaks, we have to replace it with another, we have to disguise it until it blooms again, so on top of it we put a false nail to protect it until it is completely bloomed, and beautiful like the others.
 


Whether you decide to wear them long or short, remember that you can style them however you like, while achieving your personal goal. From nude styles, to the most colorful nails that human eyes have ever seen, everything is possible with imagination and nail polish. But if you lack imagination, there exist real nail gurus on social media who never cease to surprise me, and what surprises me most is that on many occasions, they are not even nail technicians, they are simply amateurs who love the world of nail care and decoration.
 
Humbly, at the moment, this is not my case, but luckily, it is something that can be learned.
 

Your natural nails are pretty too, so enjoy them.

Artificial nails are beautiful, and the work of nail technicians is undeniable, because they make a living from it, and they do spectacular work, which makes us rethink many things related to our skills taking care of our natural nails, but remember, your natural nails are also beautiful, they just need proper care. If you don't know where to start, on social media and the internet in general, there are professionals who, through content creation, help other people for free.
 
 
 
Remember: nobody is born learned, everything is a process where even the most expert nail technician does not stop learning to continue offering the best possible services to their clients.
 
Among my favorite content creators in the nail industry are: Simply Nailogical, Alexandra Teleki, and Nail Career Education.
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Are artificial nails safe? Acrylic, Gel, or Poly-gel? Are artificial nails painful? Does artificial nails damage natural nails? What is the best material for artificial nails? Do artificial nails cause allergies? I’m here to share with you my personal experience wearing them for two weeks. If you were thinking about getting artificial nails, but you weren't sure about the type of nails to get because of the type of material, this is the blog post you were looking for.
 
Those of us who like to have beautiful nails, whether natural or artificial, need to have that moment throughout the week when we dedicate ourselves exclusively to our personal care: recharging our batteries, to face the following week, and feel good about ourselves. However, sometimes, everything gets complicated, and we don't have enough time; or we simply don't have certain skills developed, and we need help; or we simply want a change of look, to see us better, enjoying something different.
 
 
And this is where artificial nails appear, where each person has their reasons for doing them, or wanting to get them done, and therefore, always surrounded by so many prejudices and questions: …and I was one of those people who looked at them from afar, not sure of trying them, or not. However, do I regret having them done? The short answer is: NO. I have really enjoyed them, with their multiple designs, colors, and lengths.  
 
On the other hand, it must be noted that what is truly important, above the material, is a good-specialized nail technician, who does his/her job well, and perfectly guides his/her clients, offering them the best possible service: ALWAYS.
 
All starts with good care of the natural nail, where the artificial nail will be sculpted with the chosen or recommended materials. On the other hand, the person who wants to have artificial nails need to be aware that, like natural nails, artificial nails require care and maintenance, otherwise the natural nail will become infected.
 

ACRYLIC NAILS.

Made from the combination of liquid monomer and acrylic polymer, the mixture is brushed on top of a nail extension, which is glued to the natural nail, giving them an increased length, and a more defined shape.
 
 
More information: HERE!

No UV light is needed for the material to become solid, but since it dries quickly, the manicurist must master the technique perfectly to be able to work quickly. Once the mixture is dry, it becomes very difficult to correct possible errors, complicating the entire process of acrylic nails construction and definition.
 

GEL NAILS (SOFT GEL).

They are done with porous acetone-shakable gel, that needs to be light cured, and can be soaked off with acetone (like acrylic). There exist different types of soft-gel products: 

  • Full coverage extensions system.
  • Builder-in-a-bottle products.
  • Soft potted gel nail system.
  • Good OL’gel polish like Shellac or Gelish.
 
For more information: HERE.

POLY-GEL NAILS.

A mixture of acrylic powder and clear gel, with a more solid consistency, that makes it more malleable, and easy to work with. This hybrid system offers the durability of acrylic, and the flexibility of the soft-gel. It cames in toothpaste-like tubes, and it is worked from the base of the nail, in small balls, spreading the material to the end of the nail with a brush.
 
This all in one formula does not require any mixing of powders or liquids, not drying until it is cured under the LED or UV lamp, this allows the nail technicians to take their time shaping the artificial nail to the perfection. 

  • Is odor-free.
  •  It does not contain hash chemicals.
  •  Is available in a wide range of colors and finishes.
  •  It can be applied over natural nails, tips, or nail extensions. 
 
For more information: HERE.
 

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE.

Overall, I enjoyed the different types of materials as the magic is in the hands of the artist – the nail technician. With each of the materials I obtained very good results, although it is true that the difference is noticeable from one material to another, with the gel nails being the thickest I have ever worn. 
 
On the other hand, regarding the curing process of gel nails and poly-gel nails, the less painful were the poly-gel nails, and personally, I think that it is a quite important point if you are a person sensitive to pain, since the sensation of feeling how the material solidifies on your natural nail can be quite uncomfortable, even painful.
 
In conclusion, I really enjoyed the experience of having done different systems of artificial nails, but I have to confess that my favorite was the poly-gel ones, for the material, finish, quality, and versatility. They were more lightweight, durable, with a more long-term solid finish. 
 

 
As for the natural nail, I can confirm that, if artificial nails are done by a good professional, and are properly cared, they do not harm the natural nail. Although personally, I prefer to let my nails "breathe" every 3 or 4 months, before putting them back on.
 
Finally, although it is not my case, it is true that there are people who have had allergies to the materials with which artificial nails are made, however, these are particular cases, and therefore it is always recommended, in case of doubt, to consult with professionals, especially if you have very weak natural nails.
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