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Occasional Contributor
Posts: 13
Registered: ‎09-04-2022

I just had a dip manicure for the very first time. It's only when I'm going on vacation that I get my nails done professionally, I usually take care of them myself what's my favorite white polish. Does anyone find that the dip manicure may damage your nails. I know when I did the gel's they seem to leave my fingernails dry and bumpy. 

Honored Contributor
Posts: 35,962
Registered: ‎03-09-2010

Yes, it does cause damage, it is the removal that causes the damage. 

Respected Contributor
Posts: 3,141
Registered: ‎11-09-2011

While your nails look very pretty when freshly manicured, yes, your nails will be damaged.  Your nails will be paper-thin so be ready to cut them short and just let them grow in.  The layers of products are sanded down with a Dremel tool and nails soaked in acetone to remove everything.  I do dip manicures for about 3 months then I get them removed.