Your natural nails will return to normal in two to three months after removal. If they are applied and removed correctly, artificial nails do little damage to your nails. Your own nails will always grow back in the same condition they were in before the artificial nails were applied. Be sure to use a good nail strengthener during the growing-out process and plenty of cuticle oil.

Nail Enhancement application SHOULD NOT hurt. If your manicurist is using a nail drill or filing with a nail file, and files to deep into your nail bed, it is possible to experience pain and discomfort. It is important to select a manicurist who is experienced so that this does not happen to you. Top of page

This is a highly misunderstood subject. Acrylic nails DO NOT cause nail fungi. However, some clients who wear nail enhancements do get a more common disorder commonly known as nail mold. Mold occurs when the nails are not maintained on a regular basis (every 2-3 weeks), or when the artificial nails are applied improperly.

Patients are usually able to return to their former activities without discomfort or restrictions within 24 hours of the procedure.

ANSWER: In and of themselves and when applied properly, acrylic nails are safe. What contributes to the "danger" to clients is repeated exposure to the chemicals on the skin. Most of the chemicals used to create artificial nails are acrylic-based. Certainly they would be dangerous if ingested, but it is not likely that any significant amount of the products can go through the nails into the bloodstream. The danger is when products are applied improperly.

Most patients can resume normal basic activities like reading and watching TV by the next day, and return to work within two to seven days. Doctors typically recommend against any strenuous activity for two or more weeks. However, results vary for different patients, so you should ask your doctor what is best for you.

Most patients can resume normal activities within the week. This would include a desk job and driving a car, which you should be able to resume within a couple of days. You will have to avoid more strenuous activities, as well as lifting more than 30 pounds or riding a lawnmower for about 14 days following the GreenLight PVP Laser procedure.

Yes, your natural nails will continue to grow under the acrylics. I often describe it as "taking the acrylic along for a ride". Clients are often amazed that their nails now grow "so fast", when in reality, they simply are just not breaking off now. The common goal for most acrylic nail wearers is to have their natural nails with an acrylic overlay - this will occur within a few fills providing you don't break one that needs to be repaired with a tip or a form.

Yes. A manicure improves on all parts of the hand, not just the nails. We use an OPI Nail Polish Remover which does not harm artificial nails.

Superficial peels require no recovery time (hence the name “lunchtime peel”). Recovery from a deep peel requires occlusive bandages and can take weeks to months under normal circumstances.

Most people return to work and their usual activity within ten days. Jogging, aerobics, bicycling and other non-contact sports are permitted three weeks after the procedure.

Swelling usually occurs after any surgery and may take days to weeks to settle down. The extent of swelling is unpredictable. All scars go through a phase where they become hard and red before settling down to become less noticeable.

You can resume normal activity within 4 to 6 weeks after your operation. Any pain related to the surgery should go away after 10 days or so. General fatigue can last from 3 to 4 weeks after surgery.

Yes, and T.I.P.S. is a great way to grow out your artificial nails too. Apply the solution around the cuticle and underneath the nail. In the meantime, do not attempt to rip or peel your artificial nails off, just stop going for fills, cut the ends right down and keep applying T.I.P.S. twice daily. Used as directed, T.I.P.S. will help you get rid of your artificial nails without damaging your natural nail.

Yes. For best results, dip your Crystal File repeatedly in water while filing your artificial nails. We recommend using the thicker files (3mm or 4mm) on artificial nails.

No, my nails are fairly short, although I rely on a little bit of nail for my sound. If my nails break, I have trouble playing, so I try to keep them in good shape.

Probably shorter than many goths would prefer. Lifestyle plays a major role in this since the more active one is, the shorter nails need to be to avoid constant breaks. However, the general rule of thumb is to keep the free edge of the nail (i.e. the white tip) no longer than half the length of the nail bed (i.e. the pink part). For those who want longer nails, nail hardener with nylon fibers is very useful in minimizing breaks.