Top 5 Dangers of Nail Extensions
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Cosmetic procedures are aimed at improving our appearance and benefit, but there are also those that have a negative impact on health. It's about nail extensions - a very in-demand procedure that allows a woman to save time on nail care and still have a beautiful manicure.
Building will hide all the shortcomings
Just so many people do - they build up their nails to hide the shortcomings of the nail plates. The problem is that the nails are easier to build up, rather than check health and medical treatment, because thin, fragile and layered nails, many ladies just bury under the layers of acrylic and gel.
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The soulless file
During the procedure, the master uses a rough nail file, preparing the nail for the procedure, in a word, just cuts several keratin layers of the nail. If the master is skilled and experienced, he will remove 2-3 layers, but, unfortunately, there are also those who can cut many more layers, which in no way contributes to the health of the nails.
What does the cutting lead to?
Because of this treatment, the nails, if they were weak, become even weaker and thinner. If you press on the nail, it will cause redness - there are many blood capillaries in the nail bed, through which blood carries oxygen. If you see such signs, then it is better to treat and restore the nails, otherwise it will result in irreversible damage to the plates.
Materials for nail extensions
In addition, that you can ruin your nails, ladies endanger themselves and their health, in particular, because of the use of the master uncertified varnishes. They can contain methyl methacrylate - a dangerous substance that, when used regularly, leads to lung cancer. Also, if there is an allergic reaction, a person can even stay without fingernails or earn an infection. Therefore, be vigilant and demand confirmation of the quality of the products that are used. And of course, go around the tenth expensive dubious salons.
Disinfection
A lot of people come to see a nail specialist. Of course, the duty of the master is from disinfection. However, there are different cases and the degree of conscientiousness too ...
Prolonged wearing of nails
This is dangerous because later your own nails are deformed and become narrower and longer. This is due to the clamping of the artificial nail from the sides. Natural nails get used to this position and take a new shape if the artificial cover is not removed for a long time.
Allergic reactions
Just like food or any cosmetics, materials for building can cause allergies, which can manifest in a few days or even years, depending on how long it takes to fully accumulate the allergen in the body.