Getting nail extensions? Everything you need to know before you get it

How much time it will take you to get nail extensions done depends entirely on the length and design of extensions you choose for yourself. It may take you at least half an hour to an hour to get a simple design done.

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In the last few years, the trend of nail art has increased and along with it, the number of nail salons has also increased. The increasing popularity of nail art can be gauged from the fact that according to an estimate, the nail art market in India will reach 105.20 million US dollars by this year. It is estimated that by 2029 the number of people undergoing this treatment will reach 1 crore 54 lakh. By investing some time and some money in a nail salon, you can fulfill your dream of beautiful nails in a few hours.

With the help of nail extensions and nail art, you can lengthen your nails without any wait and can also give them the desired color, design and style. For many people, nail art and nail extensions have become a mirror of their personality. With the help of nail art, they not only express their personality but also increase their glamor and confidence. Getting nail art done has become easier, but before getting it done it is still important to keep in mind some things related to the health of nails.


There are many types of nail extensions available now, the major ones being acrylic and gel extensions. However, among these two, acrylic nail extensions are more popular because they last longer. To make acrylic nail extensions, liquid monomer is mixed with polymer powder to form a thick mixture. After applying this mixture on our natural nails, it is given the desired shape and then by keeping the fingers under UV light for some time, the nails are strengthened. Gel nail extensions are made in a similar way, but they are more flexible and more similar to our natural nails.

How much time it will take you to get nail extensions done depends entirely on the length and design of extensions you choose for yourself. It may take you at least half an hour to an hour to get a simple design done. The more difficult the nail art design you choose, the more time it will take to get the nail art done. Nail extensions are dried with the help of UV rays and it is not wise to rush the process.

If you hurry, your new nails will get damaged quickly. The price of each nail extension can range from Rs 500 to Rs 5,000. Along with this, before getting nail extensions done, you will also have to keep in mind the cost of touch-ups and fillings done at regular intervals.

1) Beauty expert says that before getting nail extensions done, ensure that your nails are healthy. Applying nail extensions is an external procedure in which the extensions are stuck on your nails with the help of glue. In such a situation, your nails will not get a chance to breathe.

2) If you are fond of nail extensions, then after applying nail extensions for two months, give your nails a chance to breathe for at least five to ten days in between, only then the nails will remain healthy.

3) To get nail extensions done, always choose a nail art salon where good products are used and where the service is good. Avoid going to a place that is too cheap. Always choose a good nail artist. An artist who always has a crowd is sure to be good at his work. Choose a nail artist only after reading reviews on the internet.

4) While removing the nails, keep in mind that the artist should not rub the nails too much. Excessive rubbing of nails spoils their health.

5) Keep in mind that the nail artist should also use nail oil and cuticle cream while doing his work so that your nails and cuticles remain healthy.