Press On Nails vs Acrylic Nails
Pros & Cons
Like anything in life, there are pros and cons to acrylic nails and press on nails - and it very much depends on personal preference. Letโs go through all the pros & cons together and see who comes out on top!
Press On Nails:
๐ They are more cost effective than acrylic nails
๐ They are easy to remove
๐ They can be applied at the comfort of your own home
๐ The application is complete in a matter of minutes
๐ They do not damage your natural nails
๐ If applied correctly, they can look just like acrylic nails
๐ You know exactly what they are going to look like by looking at the pack, instead of trusting your nail technician to do a good job
๐ If your job has a no nails policy, you can wear them to look glam for a party and remove them by Monday to go back to work - acrylic nails require more commitment
๐ If nail does pop off, you can glue back on, you donโt need to go back to the salon
Cons:
๐ If you have a โhands onโ job, or you are quite hands on in your day to day routine, they can ping off
๐ If the nails are not well made, they can look cheap
๐ They are not as durable as acrylic nails
๐ They do not last as long as acrylic nails
Acrylics:
Pros:
๐ They are longer lasting than press on nails - they can last up to 3 weeks before they need to be removed or infilled
๐ They are very durable
๐ They are applied professionally, and if youโre a social person the salons a perfect place to talk to your nail tech
๐ You decide everything from the length, shape and the desired design
Cons:
๐ A lot more money is spent in getting acrylics and maintaining them
๐ They can cause damage to your natural nails
๐ They need to be removed by a professional who uses strong chemicals like acetone which has an unpleasant smell
๐ The nail technician may not deliver exactly what you had asked or hoped for
๐ Application is very time consuming
So who wins this debate? Press on nails hands down! They donโt cause damage to your nails, they are more cost-effective, more time-saving and more gentle on your nails. Pretty Pro press on false nails are high quality so they will still look Pretty and will last a long time when applied & cared for correctly.