Artificial nails - do they always ';sandpaper'; them down first?

If you've ever had them done then you must know what I mean, but I had my nails done for the first time about a week ago and was completely unaware and then horrified whenever the man who did them took out a metal file that rotated and basically sandpapered down my nail.


I got ';solar nails'; by the way. I just wanted to know if any sort of artificial nails you can get do not harm your natural nail. This is the first time I've gotten my nails done and most likely the last if they always do file down your nail.Artificial nails - do they always ';sandpaper'; them down first?
Ouch - this is what can cause your own natural nail to be thinner and weaker after you have the artificial nail removed. Unfortunately, now that this has been done, the only way that it will be repaired is to wait until your natural nail has fully regrown. :( If you do choose to remove your nails, using a hand lotion regularly to moisturize your hands and nails will at least improve their appearance. Sorry to hear that they took this harsh approach to your first manicure; many women have artificial nails without going through that.Artificial nails - do they always ';sandpaper'; them down first?
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your ';best answer'; thinks you are only receiving a manicure.

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Yes, in order for them to look more natural when they are done.





Small price to pay for beautiful looking nails.
When applying artificial enhancements the nail must be filed with a fine grit file in order to remove the shine from the nail. This helps for the product to adhere. An electric file should NEVER be used on the natural nail. It is so damaging!





Solar nails is a product line. Chances are it wasn't that actual product. Any reputable nail tech would not call them ';solar nails';. I use only acrylic products by Creative Nail Design. Their original acrylic line was Solar Nail. They have better products on the market now.





Remember, you get what you pay for. If you go to a budget nail salon you will get budget quality nails.
the bed of the nail will be filed no matter what type of fake nails are applied.





It helps what ever material they are applying adhere by removing any groves in your natural nail, or any oils that could cause the product to ';lift'; away from your natural nail.