Gel or acrylic nails?
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Dec 27, 2012
Kimmi M.
I was thinking about getting my nails done but I don't know if I should get acrylic or gel... Any suggestions.
Dec 27, 2012
Allison W.
I get acrylics. To me gel looks weird and I heard it can burn or hurt alot. I never had anything but acrylics. Ive had mine for a year and a half just about. I dont have any problems with them falling off or anything.
Dec 27, 2012
Melissa E.
Acrylic will destroy your nail underneath. Gel is just a special type of nail polish that dries fast under uv lights. Gel will not hurt or burn you (unless you touch the hot lightbulb) Id suggest staying away from acrylics.
Dec 27, 2012
Kelli P.
gel nail polish. it doesn't hurt or burn.
Dec 27, 2012
Allison W.
Is it shellac that burns? When i was at the salon the girl next to me was getting something not acrylic and the lady told her it might burn or hurt.
Dec 27, 2012
Allison W.
Is it shellac that burns? When i was at the salon the girl next to me was getting something not acrylic and the lady told her it might burn or hurt.
Dec 27, 2012
Gab I.
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Dec 27, 2012
Gab I.
Gel I mean
Dec 27, 2012
Gab I.
Shellac doesn't burn
Dec 27, 2012
Melissa E.
Shellac is gel. It's what I always get. If they said that then they are doing it wrong and I'd be afraid of that salon.
Dec 27, 2012
Caitlyn M.
I think gel looks nice.
Dec 27, 2012
Rebecca C.
I've had acrylic nails now for about 3 years and I can honestly say don't do it girls the worse decision I will never get my real nails back I would use Sheilax it's so good
Dec 27, 2012
Melissa E.
Rebecca I had the same problem. It took awhile, about a year, but I finally got my nails back to normal. Now when my nails are long and shellaced I always get asked if my nails are fake.
Dec 27, 2012
Rebecca C.
It's horrible! I have horrible fingers and nails anyway I prefers to have nails but wish they was mine :(
Dec 27, 2012
Shannis M.
Gel nail polish is a lot healthier for your nails. It also lasts longer so I would go with that!
Dec 27, 2012
Mendi M.
I love a simple manicure
Dec 27, 2012
Yesenia P.
Acrylic!!
Dec 27, 2012
Megan M.
Gel nails! I love them and they don't burn or hurt to get xD
Dec 27, 2012
Laurie C.
gel nails
Dec 27, 2012
Knsj B.
I've heard that gel is really protective for your nails & doesn't damage your nails like Acrylic does.