QuestionI would like to know how you can look after your acrylic nails after they have been done at a salon
AnswerHi Melissa! Good question!
After I had given my clients a Full Set of Acrylics, I would give them a little bottle of solar oil to rub into their cuticles and acrylics twice daily. This helps the product from becoming brittle and also keeps the cuticles moistened to prevent lifting.
Have your nails filled every 2 to 3 weeks depending on your growth rate. Believe it or not, this saves you money! If you wait too long to get your nails filled, you risk breaks. If you have breaks, most technicians only guarantee their work for 3 weeks after service. If you go over that time, you may have to pay up to five dollars per repair.
Wear gloves while doing household chores. Using chemicals or doing dishes!
That is about it! You will come to realize, you use your hands a lot more than whats noticeable!
Also be aware of a product called Methyl-Methacrylate(MMA). It has been deemed hazardous by the FDA, and is no longer allowed in acrylics, although some Non Standard Salons(NSS) still do because its cheaper. Learn the signs of MMA use in NSS. Protect the public and yourself. Report them to your State Board of Cosmetologists. http://www.nailsbydesign.homestead.com/MMA.html
Thanks!
Jeannie
