Extension & Repair

Which nail extension is right for me?

If you want to lengthen your nails, there are various methods that, depending on the effort and skill required, are suitable for beginners, advanced users, or even professionals:

• Tip technique for beginners:
  With nail extensions with tips, artificial nails are glued directly to the natural nail with tip adhesive, trimmed with a tip cutter, and then coated with gel or acrylic powder. It is important that the natural nail is cut fairly short and that no bubbles form in the adhesive when applying the nail. Otherwise, bacteria could colonize the hollow spaces, or the extensions could fall off too quickly. Nail extensions with tips are suitable even for beginners, as the C-curve is already optimally bent and firmly bonded to the fingernail after application. The wide selection of shapes allows even beginners to create unusual designs.Nail artfor example with the popularStilettoTips. French tips create a precise smile line right away. Extensions with classic milky nail tips are the perfect foundation for beautiful and well-groomed gel nails.
• Nail extension with Popits for beginners:
  If you want it really easy, you now have a great option to lengthen short nails with plastic forms. With natural nail extensions, thePopitswithAcrylic gelfilled and secured to the natural nail with a clamp. The filling then hardens underUV lightand the shapes can be easily removed from the modeling. Because it's so quick and easy, and you only need a few products for beautiful nails, Popits are ideal for beginners.
• Stencil technique for advanced users:
  When extending nails with a modeling template, self-adhesive templates are pushed under the natural nails and bent until the desired shape and curvature is achieved. The artificial nail is then modeled fromUV gelorAcrylicdirectly onto the template and cures it under a UV lamp. The adhesive template can now be removed, and the nail construction process continues as usual. Nail extensions with a template are more suitable for advanced users, as the entire nail shape is directly related to the correct application of the template. Once cured, it cannot be changed. The material must also be applied very evenly to ensure the artificial nail has sufficient stability.
• Fiberglass strips for professionals:
  When applying fiberglass extensions, the cut strips are applied to the nail with adhesive and secured with an activator. This requires skill and a good eye for detail. Furthermore, you should be trained in the use of the fixator and activator to avoid any health risks. Fiberglass extensions are therefore best left to professionals.

Beautiful, long nails are the dream of many women. Even if nature hasn't provided the necessary conditions, it doesn't have to remain unfulfilled. With nail extensions, you can quickly and easily bring your natural nails to the desired length and shape. Whether you want to enhance your nails withTipswant to extend or prefer to extend thetemplateIt's up to you to decide which one to use. The foundation for magical results with both methods is the materials you use for nail modeling. At emmi®NAIL, you can buy high-quality tip boxes and stencil rolls that are easy to use and promise excitingly beautiful results. In addition, you'll find the necessary accessories for nail repair andNatural nail reinforcement.

How can you prevent nail damage?

When sculpting nails, it's incredibly important to work with precision right from the first step. If you make a mistake when degreasing or removing cuticles, or if you don't work cleanly, you create weak spots, and artificial nails are more likely to break or fall off after just a few days. This isn't just a cosmetic problem because it looks unsightly. Bacteria and fungi also quickly settle in the so-called lifts, which can damage the nail unnoticed. Therefore, the sculpted nail also needs proper care.

Proper nail care is essential

Proper nail care not only ensures that gel nail polish looks well-groomed, but also ensures healthy natural nails, providing a stable foundation for any type of nail polish technique. Our vitamin nail oil supplies the nail bed and cuticles with all the essential nutrients needed for healthy nail growth. The nail oil roll-on is ideal for quick, on-the-go care. Smooth cuticles rarely tear and give bacteria no chance to reach the area where the nail plate develops. This also prevents cracks and grooves in the nail plate.

Beautiful and well-groomed fingers also require the right tools. Make sure your nail scissors, nail clippers, and cuticle scissors are always sharp. Scissors should always be pointed for precise cutting. Replace your files regularly, too, as germs can easily colonize the rough surface. We at emmi®NAIL are happy to advise you on any questions you may have about nail products and nail care. You can reach us at +49 6105 406780 or by email at info@emmi-nail.de