10 Myths about manicures that many women believe that end up damaging their nails

When we go to the salon, we expect to be attended by professionals. However, sometimes we come across negligent specialists who make quite serious mistakes when doing their work, and which can harm our health. Furthermore, we ourselves often acquire habits, the danger of which we do not even consider.

we, from awesome.clubwe decided to dispel the most common myths about gel polish manicure and nail care.

When the nail polish starts to come off the nail, it’s very difficult to resist the temptation to rip it off. However, this is extremely harmful as you also peel off the top layer of your own nail, which will consequently become weak and brittle. In addition, a damaged nail takes longer to grow, which will have negative consequences in the long run.

In fact, what hinders the growth of the nail is the mistakes made in preparing the surface of the nail. It is very important not to damage the crescent and to avoid the appearance of cracks. You can tell how professional the manicure is by looking at the area along the nail polish line when the nail grows out. If you see little pink lines, it’s cracks, which means it’s time to think about changing salons.

If you notice that the manicurist is using a very rough sandpaper and is still running it on the nail plate from top to bottom, don’t be silent, as this is completely wrong. First of all, it makes the nails thinner and more fragile. A hard file, which is used to remove gel nail polish, cannot be used on the natural nail, as it will simply damage it and cause delamination.

There is no evidence that a thick layer of nail polish lasts longer than a normal one. The durability of a manicure depends more on the way the manicure was done and the quality of the products used. On the contrary, generous application of nail polish has its drawbacks: nails take much longer to dry and as a result, in addition to not having a smooth surface, they can also peel off quickly.

Removing nail polish with acetone is harmful as it is absorbed by the nail plate, which in turn can lead to dehydration of the nail, cuticle and skin of the fingers. At worst, it will cause brittle nails and skin rashes. The use of acetone, both at home and in the salon, is due to the fact that it works faster. However, for the sake of your own health, it is best to remove the top layer of nail polish and then dip your nails in less aggressive nail polish remover.

The cuticle plays the role of a kind of natural barrier that protects the nails against the entry of microbes, so it is best not to take it off. Instead, use a cuticle softener just to push the cuticle, for example with a wooden toothpick. Scissors or tweezers can only be used to carefully remove dry cuticles and loose hairs.

The sensation of “burning” in the nail can arise for several reasons: very thick enamel layer, high lamp power, weak and brittle nails. Ideally, the manicurist should discover and eliminate the cause of the discomfort. But if she doesn’t, you don’t have to bear it in silence. Try talking about it, or at least don’t be afraid to take your hand off the lamp and wait until the discomfort passes.

Fingernails are more likely to become brittle from careless work rather than from the nail polish itself. For example, it is not a good sign to remove it completely, reaching the natural nail. In this way, it is easier to damage the upper layers of the nail, which makes it extremely susceptible to infections, causes its deformation and even separation from the nail bed. If you do not intend to remove the nail polish completely, but just want to renew it, the manicurist should file the nails, leaving a thin layer of base.

Although gel polish is very durable, it is still necessary to refresh the manicure after two to three weeks at the most so as not to damage the nail bed, plate and cuticle. If you get to the point where the coating comes off, as mentioned in the paragraph about removing nail polish, it will damage the top layers of your natural nail. Also, if you continue to use nail polish after it has already started to peel off the nail, it can cause bacteria to grow inside, which can harm the health of your nails.

Another common mistake that many women make when visiting beauty salons is feeling shy. Don’t be afraid to speak up if something is bothering you. Manicures are people too, they may just not realize that they’re filing too hard, or that their nails are burning, until you say something yourself. Also, pay attention to the ingredients in the products that come into contact with your skin. If you don’t like the smell of a particular product or are afraid you might have an allergy, feel free to speak up.

And you, have you heard any myths about manicures with gel nail polishes? Perhaps you have identified with some of the points mentioned above. Comment!