Acrylic NailsAcrylic nails are called many different names, with the nail technician's least favourite being "fake nails". We much prefer the term artificial nails. There are several different types of artificial nail enhancement products as well as application procedures. The most commonly applied enhancement is traditional acrylic, which is a two-part system of liquid (monomer) and powder (polymer). This type of product can be applied with one colour of acrylic, pink and white acrylic for a Permanent French look, or can be applied with coloured acrylic, glitter acrylic or in any combination. Gel NailsGel acrylic is a one-part system consisting of the application of a thick viscosity gel acrylic. Gel is normally 'cured' under a UV light. Do not confuse gel with traditional acrylic. Even though the two products are actually acrylic, they apply and wear differently. Gel applied over acrylic to seal the surface does not make your nails "Gel Nails". Gel nails are actually acrylic nails; they are made from the same class of acrylates, but with different molecular structures, appearance, application procedures and different curing methods. Be certain you are receiving the artificial nails you requested. If you don't know ask a good nail technician will be happy to explain what they are using and doing, never be afraid to ask questions they are your fingers
