Hard Gel Nails Vs Acrylic

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Hard gel nails vs acrylic. The result is a glossy chip free manicure. Gel nail coloring retains its shine for a long time. Just like acrylic gel can crack if it is flexed beyond its stretching point.

Gel nails have a more natural look than acrylic nails. Allure spoke with nail experts about the pros and cons of each service. Feels and looks more natural.

Suzie builds two nails - one in Acrylic and one in Gel in order to compare the Clarity of the two. Acrylics tend to be harder than gel which also means less flexibility. However I personally prefer hard gel for many reasons.

Yes gel nails cost more and take longer to apply but they are durable and last much longer. The main difference between acrylic and gel nails is how they are cured. Gel nails are different to acrylic nails as they are not an extension of your natural nails instead they are a polish that can last for up to 2 weeks.

The curing time under UV is a mere 5-10 seconds. While gel nails can be prone to peeling they are known to be more flexible than acrylic nails although be warned that both styles run the risk of damaging your natural nails with continuous wear. If a client has hard and brittle nails.

They also tend to be more damaging to the nail especially as it requires more difficulty in removing it with soaking in acetone and buffing off. More clients have heard about acrylic. What Gel Does Gel clings to the nail when cured and can either be a thick durable manicure or it can be used to build a nail enhancement.