Can anyone tell me the difference between acrylic and gel nails?

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Kelcey J.

Jan 6, 2013

Kelcey J.

Which do you recommend ?

Brianne D.

Jan 6, 2013

Brianne D.

Acrylic is when they put a fake nail over yours for length. Gel is just a really thick polish-type finish over your natural nail. I hate what my nails look like after the acrylic comes off...your nails get thin and weak. I would go w gel

Ave M.

Jan 6, 2013

Ave M.

Most places call arcrylics with gel over top 'gel nails'. But true gel nails don't involve arcrylic at all.

Jorie C.

Jan 6, 2013

Jorie C.

Gel nails also stay on longer I believe.

Tilly M.

Jan 6, 2013

Tilly M.

I hate acrylic too, i find them quite painful because they dont bend like your natural nail. I love gel, its easier to do your self although building up a decent kid could cost you quite a bit xx

Kelcey J.

Jan 6, 2013

Kelcey J.

Thanks mucho!

Christine S.

Jan 6, 2013

Christine S.

I wouldn't suggest acrylic nails unless you really want to go for it... they damage your real nails and can make them thin an unhealthy for long periods after removal of the acrylic.

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