How to Take Care of Your Acrylic Nails

Updated: Aug 12, 2022
By Aisha Zakari
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Acrylic nails are a beauty, and it took me so long to realize that I have been missing a lot. But not anymore. I recently just got myself one, and I love them! In this article, I’ll share with you how to take care of acrylic nails, exactly like mine.

What are acrylic nails?

Acrylics are a mix of liquid monomer and powder polymer, forming a thick paste glued and bonded to our natural nails. Doing this adds length, thickness, and beauty to our nails. Simply put, they are artificial, faux, unoriginal nails. There is a lot of art done on nails to beautify them, and every work out there is a masterpiece.

An art technician or a manicurist carefully applies the nails so you don’t make a mistake or hurt yourself. In this context, below are ways how to take care of acrylic nails

1. Wear Gloves

I know this doesn’t sound nice, but you have to be on the safe side. Wearing gloves helps prevent the nails from coming in contact with water, detergent, and other chemicals you may not know could cause harm.

A tip here is to place a waterproof glove beside the sink to remind you to wear them.

2. Be Gentle with Them

Remember, these nails are fake, they are not yours. Be careful and gentle around them, do not use them to open cans or open hard kinds of stuff.

I once tried opening a can once. Let’s just say I didn’t find it funny.

3. Use Vitamin E or Cuticle Oil/Cream

It is advised to use vitamin E on your skin or cuticle oil on nails either once or twice daily to keep them flexible. When nails are strong, they are most likely to break.

You could use penetrating oil such as Jojoba oil to keep the nails flexible, prevent them from cracking, and furthermore use it on natural nails too.

4. Pick the Right Shape and Length

One of the best ways to cake of your acrylic nails is to pick the right length. There are different lengths, short or long, and shapes out there ranging from square, oval, almond, edge, ballerina, and of course, rounded tips. Pick what is best suited for you.

Do you do lots of housework? If so, it is wise to stick to short and rounded lengths to avoid breaking easily. I use them too.

5. Keep the Nails Dry

Like I said, water can cause damage as it loosens the glue holding the nail together and makes it fall off. Be sure to dry your nails after every activity you carry out. A good way is to dust your hands with baby powder to dry them and be on the safe side quickly.

6. Avoiding Acetone!

How to take care of your acrylic nails? Avoid acetone! Be sure to avoid using nail remover that contains acetone as this causes damage to the nails. You should go to a nail technician to take this off for you, but if you like to do it yourself as I do, you can use alcohol.

7. Applying Only Clear Nail Polish

Are you looking for how to take care care of your acrylic nails? Do you want to improve the appearance of your nails? Apply nail polish as this also helps it lock any pits forming around the edges of the nails. Apply the nail polish to acrylic nails at least once a week.

If you want, you can learn more about the surprising meanings of nail polish.

8. Wash and Sanitize

If there’s one thing COVID-19 has taught us, it’s to wash our hands. Wash your hands with, antibacterial soap regularly and your acrylic nails will thank you for it.

9. Avoid Doing-It-Yourself (DIY) If There Is Any Damage

In case of any damage or cracking, do not be tempted to repair it on your own. Repairing your acrylic nails by yourself could cause more harm. Instead, quickly find the nearest nail technician.

Conclusion

If you know how to take care of acrylic nails, they’ll last you a long time. They are a thing of beauty and are safe to try. Who wouldn’t want to? How do you take care of your acrylic nails? Let me know in the comments!

FAQs on How to Take Care of Acrylic Nails

1. Are acrylic nails safe to use?

Yes, acrylic nails are safe to use, but a downside is that they weaken the natural nails when removing them. But when removed properly, they cause no permanent damage to your natural nails.

2. How long do acrylic nails last?

Your acrylic nails can stay up to 3-4 weeks, precisely a month.

3. How do I make my nails shine after applying?

Oil baby. Oils. Apply a moisturizer, too, to keep it soft and moist. You can use oil to add shine and to keep it healthy too.

4. How can I remove my acrylic nails?

Go to a nail technician to be on the safe side but if you have alcohol at home, go ahead.

5. How do I make my nails last?

Maintain the nails at home by avoiding contact with water and strenuous activities that may lead to cracking and breaking of the nails.

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  1. Fashionandstylez

    Wow thank you so much for this excellent writeup article,it was interesting and educative, thank you one more time,you deserve an award for this wonderful Post.

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    • Aisha Zakari

      Thank you very much Fashionandstyleze. I’m very glad you like it.

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