Most beauty treatments come accompanied with a large flock of rumours. We’re happy to report that the only thing you need to think hard about when it comes to gel nails is the colour to get. Oh, us? We’re thinking of celebrating the spring with ultra violet.
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1 Myth 1: you can’t swim with gel nails
There's no reason you can't hit the pool with gel nail extensions. Your gel polish should actually repel water, which will keep chlorine out. If you're worried, apply a top coat as a protective extra layer before taking a dip, and rinse off after in the shower.
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2 Myth 2: the acetone will dry your nails out
So this one has a teeny bit of truth in it. The acetone used to remove the gel nail can dry them out – but only slightly. And nail polish remover has acetone in it too, so there's not much difference between regular nail polish and gel extensions. Plus, it's simple to reverse the drying – a regular dab of cuticle or almond oil will do the trick.
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3 Myth 3: they're bad for your nails
False! Actually the opposite is true. Gel nail extensions add a durable protective layer to your natural nail. This can actually help prevent breakages or weakening of your own nails.
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4 Myth 4: you can't get them if you bite your nails
Also false. Happily we live in a world where fake nails don't discriminate against nail-biters. They can actually help to break the habit – and they look prettier than covering your nails with sticky tape.
Conclusion? Get a gel mani right now (no excuses). With Treatwell, you can book beauty online at all your favourite salons – simple, hassle-free, and you can do it on the go. Discover amazing salons in your area.