Acrylic Nail Apex

Taking it back to the basics for all my beginner techs.

Acrylic nail apex. If you were to hit your nail on something you want added strength at that point so the tip doesnt fracture or break off. The apex should be the highest part of an enhancement located at the weakest point and created to give the nail balance and strength. The apex is the highest or thickest point of a nail enhancement.

The apex does look quite thick but the nails are also very long. The apex is the thickest point of a nail enhancement which should be placed where the nail would break if it were firmly hit head on. The uncured gel will help the next ball of gel level more easily.

Manicure with Gel 45. The difference between a wet dead and a dry bead. Manicure with nail polish 25.

Then brush a thin coat of clear builder gel over the entire nail surface and extension but do not cure. I have problems with acrylic lifting. How to apply color.

Allow to harden then take a 180 grit file and file to perfect the smile line. What are acrylic nails and what is Absolute Acrylic. Proper placement and thickness of the apex translates into added strength of the nail and also contributes to the overall beauty of the enhancement.

The apex should be the highest part of an enhancement located at the weakest point and it is created to give the nail balance and strength. Its All About You. Prep the exposed nail fill in the area cut the nail to the break put a form underneath it and extend it again.