Dip vs acrylic nails

Dip, acrylic, or gel? Which is best? Here's how they compare using 4 real-world factors...

What are gel nails vs dip nails, differences and how to choose the right technique for your next manicure!

Gel and dip powder nails are both extremely popular even among our editors, so we asked two of them to argue why their preferred manicure is the best.

I am sure I am not the only one who has been at some point confused about which type of long lasting manicure I should choose. Shellac vs acrylic is a pretty even match: both types of manicure are long lasting, and each have their own pros and cons. We’ll help you decide between gel …

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Hi All! I recently tried out 'Dip Powder' nails after hearing much talk about them. Prior to trying Dip Nails, I had been getting Gel Polish manicures for the past 5 or so years every 2 weeks. After having the dip nails for a month I thought it would be a good time to give my thoughts on both. Gel Polish // Pros: * Fast to get done- takes around 30 minutes from start to finish including removal of previous gel * Lasts for about 2 weeks- my appointments for the past 5 years have always been 2…

To be honest, I’ve never been a fan of dip powder or acrylic manicures. I guess it has to do with the fact that I like natural nails. However, I got carried away with everyone doing their nails and how amazing they looked! I’ve tried acrylic and dip powder manicures a couple times. I liked it but I didn’t love it. And I haven’t gotten those types of manicures done in over a year. Below are the reasons why + what I do instead.

Wondering if you can use acrylic powder as dip powder? This guide provides a clear, friendly overview of the differences between acrylic and dip powder manicures. Both options can give you beautiful nails, but they vary in application and durability. Learn how to choose the best product for your needs, whether you're a DIY enthusiast or hitting up the salon

While dip powder manicures are long-lasting and avoid using UV lighting, they can be more unsanitary because of how they’re applied and may even weaken your nail base.

There are many subtle differences between a French and American manicure. We help you decide which of the two looks is perfect for you.