Shellac with Protein Base or BIAB lasts up to 3-4 weeks, Gel nails last up to 4 weeks, if it’s left longer than 4 weeks the product can overweigh the nail which can cause breakage or liftings.
BIAB and Shellac provide a layer of product and extra support which strengthens the nail and help them grow longer without breaking.
Removing your nails by yourself can cause serious damage to the nail plate. By removing your nails yourself you are taking several layers of your natural nail with the product. It is better to get them removed professionally as it is more controlled.
Vaseline can be used to moisturise dry and cracked skin around your cuticles. Vaseline is a natural product which lock together to retain moisture and relieve dryness.
Choose the shape of your nail depending on the work load you put your hands through. Square and coffin nails are more prone to breakage due to their straight-edge and sharp corners which can get caught easier and break.
Your nails are made up of keratin just like your hair. Keratin protects your nails from damage by making them strong and resilient. Therefore, your nail is a dead cell and doesn’t need to breathe.
Vitamin D is the most important Vitamin when it comes to hair and nails. The easiest source of vitamin d is sunlight or Vitamin D from the chemist. Warmer weather increases blood flow to the finger which translate to higher supply of nutrients and growth promoting factors.