Nail Care

The difference between acrylic and gel nails

Acrylic nails are made with a mixture of liquid and powder, while gel nails use a gel formula

A close-up shot of a woman putting nail varnish on her nails.

A close-up shot of a woman putting nail varnish on her nails.

Acrylic nails tend to be thicker and more durable than gel nails

Close-up shot of a woman using a green nail file.

Close-up shot of a woman using a green nail file.

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Gel nails cure under UV light, while acrylic nails dry on their own

Panning shot of a girl painting her nails.

Panning shot of a girl painting her nails.

Acrylic nails require filing and buffing for a smooth finish, while gel nails require curing and curing under a UV light

A close-up shot of a woman putting nail varnish on her nails.

A close-up shot of a woman putting nail varnish on her nails.

Gel nails tend to have a more natural look and feel than acrylic nails

Close-up shot of a woman using a green nail file.

Close-up shot of a woman using a green nail file.

Acrylic nails are more prone to chipping and cracking than gel nails

Panning shot of a girl painting her nails.

Panning shot of a girl painting her nails.