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- Best Nail Shape For Long Fingers [The Best Shape For You]
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If you have long fingers and are not sure what nail shape to opt for, then you’ll be glad you stopped by. I would like to provide you with a couple of different options that are going to work best for you. You’ll find plenty of styles even if you have slimmer or wider fingers. … - What Happens If You Don’t Cut Your Fingernails? [Why You Must]All of us have our own ways to keep our nails in the right shape – either by nibbling them with anxiety or by clipping them meticulously to perfection. But let’s just consider this hypothetical scenario where you have decided it is time to stop trimming your nails. What would happen if one day you …
- Why Are My Gel Nails Lifting? [The 6 Real Questions to Ask!]There is nothing more frustrating than having your beautiful gel nails becoming detached from their proper positions long before they are due. But, the critical thing to know is that this doesn’t happen for no reason. If your gel nails are lifting, there are a number of factors that could be contributing to this small …
- Why Do Acrylic Nails Hurt The First Day? [Top 10 Reasons]If you have recently had acrylic nails applied on top of your natural nails, you may be wondering why they hurt at first. Particularly, why they are painful the very first day following application. Even if you have them done at a professional salon what can be the causes of this? I So, why do …
- How Long Does A Pedicure Take? [What You Can Expect]Having a pedicure can be a nice relaxing and beneficial experience. Its a great therapeutic treatment that ensures your feet remain smooth, your toenails grow properly and your feet look and feel optimal. But how long does a pedicure take to do? Is this something that is going to require a lot of your time? …
- What Nail Shape Is The Strongest? [For Natural & Acrylic Nails]Whether you are shaping natural nails or acrylics, there are some shapes that are naturally stronger than others. I have worked for many years in a Salon and as such have learnt to recognize what shapes are generally stronger than others. I would like to share this knowledge with you here today. So, what nail …
- How Much Do Gel Nails Cost? [What You Can Expect To Pay]If you’re thinking about having Gel Nails, then you may be wondering how much they cost. Gels offer a lot of benefits of other manicures like Acrylics but are they even affordable? I decided to conduct some thorough research. Here is what I have been able to find: So, how much do Gel Nails Cost? …
- How To Make Shellac Last Longer? [What You Can Do]If you are contemplating getting a shellac manicure then naturally you will want to know how to get the maximum amount of wear from them. How does it compare to other types of manicures? Is it worth the investment? I would like to share with you today my experience along with my research to help …
- Why Do My Nails Hurt After Getting Gel Nails? [Main Reasons]If you’ve recently had Gel Nails done and you are experiencing pain then you would like to know why. This way you can prevent it happening again and also look to reduce the pain. But what can cause your nails to hurt? Having experienced this many times myself, I decided to put in the research …
- How Much Do Acrylic Nails Cost? [What You Can Expect To Pay]If you’re interested in getting Acrylic Nails done at the salon, then you may be wondering how much they cost. Sure, they are in many ways the ultimate option, providing a glamorous look and style, but can you even afford them? Having pondered this question myself many times, I decided to conduct some research. Here …
- Are My Nails Too Short For Gel Nails?If you are considering getting gel nails, then you may be wondering if it is even possible for you to have them. Are you nails too short for them to be applied? Having Gel Nails regularly, it made me wonder if there was a minimal nail length required. I decided to conduct some research and …
- How Often Should You Take A Break From Acrylic Nails?If you like to regularly wear Acrylic Nails, then chances are you are wondering if you need a break from them. Can you wear them from extended periods of time or do you need a break from time to time? Having pondered the question for quite some time I decided to conduct some thorough research …
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Hey, I’m Jemma, a certified nail technician and the founder/chief editor here at Almond Nails.
I’ve been working in Nail Salons for over 15 years and since decided to create this site to share my knowledge and experience with what I have learnt along the way.
As such, I strive to make Almond Nails the definitive online resource for all things nails, including detailed guides and answers to common manicure questions all the way through to suggestions and recommendations on nail designs, nail art and nail care and maintencence tips.