Christine Reed Lash Salon & Spa

What is a gel manicure?

A gel manicure is a type of manicure that uses gel to bind the synthetic fingernails to the natural nails. Unlike acrylic nails, the other option for manicures, gel nails are stronger and less likely to chip. Gel can also be applied over natural nails to keep them healthy and long. We do offer an alternative to acrylic called Brisa Gel.

A gel manicure is often preferred over an acrylic one because gel nails are odorless. Gel nails do not consist of the same acid that acrylic nails do; they are healthier and more natural. Additionally, a gel manicure tends to look more realistic, as the gel nails are more flexible and bond naturally to the real nail. Gel nails do not need lift, polish or backfills. These fingernails stay shiny and last longer than acrylic nails.

During a gel manicure, the gel is applied to the nail and cured under an gel light. (Most places use a UV light.) The gel is durable and adheres easily to fingernails. Gel nails are removed only by filing them off. When these nails come off, the real nails are not damaged like when acrylic nails are taken off. The downside of a gel manicure is that it costs more than an acrylic manicure.



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Sometimes getting a facial or eyelash extensions can be very time consuming so why not get your nails started at the same time. We prep the nails during some services which is a great time saver!!! Keep in mind you should always try to pre-book this treatment and remember we specialize in gel and minx so the prices are sometimes a little higher than other salons as we offer only the best products on the market today.

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