Are Your Nails Weak From Too Many Gel Manicures?

11 October, 2016 - 10:13pm by - First Lady | 111 Comments

Poll posted by BR Natalie

Gel manicures, oh how we love thee. The long lasting shine. The chip resistant finish. Other than the appearance of fresh nail growing at the cuticle you probably couldn't tell the difference between a day old and ten days old when it comes to a well-done gel mani. They're perfect for a big event or for going on holiday.

But as always - the benefits of gel manicures go hand in hand with the negatives. The sheer strength of gel formulae coupled with the curing method makes removing said polish a bit of a chore. Generally you'll need to soak your nails in acetone to bring a more malleable consistency to the gel allowing you to somewhat gently remove it. And of course there's always the scraping/filing method. And even though we're going to tell you this is bad, bad, bad; we know some of you will continue to pick off your gel polish!

After a consistent run of gel manicures you're almost certainly going to be left with less than desirable nails.

A gel formula will dry out your nail bed which over time will make your nails brittle and weak. They'll probably be flakey, discoloured and jagged. Your nail beds can even become sore and pained. So what's a girl to do?

We're putting Revitanail Nail Strengthener to the test. This product is the number one nail treatment product in NZ and has rapidly gained a bit of a cult following amongst those that use it. Once you try it you won’t go back! This superior nail care treatment will harden and protect nails damaged by regular gel manis. It eliminates peeling, flaking and chipping and contains calcium for protection and strength.

We need 25 people to put this to the test - if you fancy a spot on this trial team tell us why below! Do you regularly get gel manicures and need some post manicure care to get you nails back in shape? Or maybe you regularly use colour polish and your nails could do with a lift? Or are your nails just weak and brittle and in need of some help?

Get chatting below - we might just pick you!

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itsclearascrystal

12th October, 2016

I have looked at buying this so many times. But haven't been convinced it will work. So I'd definitely be keen to trial it.

tannygirl

12th October, 2016

I've never had a gel manicure. My nails go through stages when they're stronger and times when they split and crack easily. I do want to try this product, but since I received it in the We Love Nails box I do have it already so I don't feel it would be fair for me to take the opportunity from someone else who hasn't gotten one yet. So I'll leave it for the other BR members. Best of luck everyone.

siouxsannah

11th October, 2016

My nails have always been weak and sad. I think it must be my psoriasis. They peel all the time, and break off very easily. I have to keep them short because I know they will just snap off if I don't. I just have to bang them against something and they break. I have tried nail strengthening treatments before, but nothing seems to help. I have never actually had a gel manicure. I don't think my nails could handle it at all. I do wear regular polish to give them a bit of protection.

tamaraxo

11th October, 2016

90% of the time my nails are coloured, whether it's with gel nails or just nail varnish. I love having pretty, long nails, but I've been so lazy with nail care lately and my nails are a bit of a mess at the moment. I've heard of this product, but never tried it. I'd love to trial it, it sounds like it would really help!

Lisa-Lou

11th October, 2016

This sounds great. I have damaged nails from using regular polish all the time. Would love to see if this could improve them as they look horrible.

samantha_sestito

11th October, 2016

I had very strong and healthy nails up until I got a gel manicure for my ball in June, and now my nails are weak and sad. They can't even handle regular nail polish at the moment, they break and tear so easily and it has been driving me nuts! I would love to give this a go as it could potentially save my nails and restore them to their former glory :)