Get The Scoop On Short Acrylic Nails

Acrylic nails have been popular for quite some time. Both long and short acrylic nails are still trendy to this day, in fact. While some prefer longer nails, acrylic short nails are increasing in popularity.

What is the scoop on the short nail trend? Are short acrylic nails the better choice for those who prefer short nails? Learn the answer to these questions and more in the following article. 

Short Acrylic Nails 101

What Are Acrylic Nails?

Made from a carefully calculated combination of monomer liquid and polymer powder, acrylic nails are slightly different from gel nails. Gel nails have both these components, but they also have an oligomer. This gives gel nails the appearance of natural nails as well as more flexibility than acrylic nails. 

However, while they may not look natural, acrylic nails are more durable than gel ones. They are less prone to infections and also strengthen your natural nails. Additionally, they are less costly than gel nails and take less time to apply and dry than their gel counterparts. 

What Are The Benefits of Acrylic Nails?

Following are the benefits of acrylic nails.

1. Acrylic nails provide a perfectly smooth canvas for an extremely wide variety of nail art colors and designs.
2. They provide a barrier of protection to your natural nails.
3. Acrylics are durable and do not chip as easily as other nail materials.
4. They can be applied to any length and shape.
5. Acrylic nails are not as expensive as other nail materials.
6. Due to their design and texture, acrylic nails are ideal for traditional manicures as well as fun and unique colors and designs. 

What Are The Drawbacks of Acrylic Nails?

There are a few cons of short acrylic nails, and they are as follows:

1. Acrylic nails can weaken your nail beds as well as your natural nails. 
2. Although infection is less prevalent in acrylics, they are not immune to infection from fungi and bacteria if not properly cared for. 
3. While they may not chip or break as easily as gel nails, they often become dry or brittle if not cared for and can separate or split from your nail bed.

What Are The Advantages of Short Acrylic Nails?

Why do people prefer short acrylic nails over long ones? Following are some of the main benefits of acrylic short nails:

1. Short acrylic nails are the perfect canvas for specific nail designs. For example, darker colors, glitter, ombre fades, and floral designs look especially stunning on short nails.
2. Short acrylic nails are less costly than long nails. With long acrylic nails, professional trimming, and shaping is needed every two to three weeks. However, with short nails, frequent nail salon trips are unnecessary. 
3. Short nails are easier for everyday life. Long nails make it challenging to do things such as zippers, buttons, typing, texting, cleaning, and so on. Short nails make everyday life that much easier. 
4. You will be less tempted to bite short nails. Those with long nails, even fake nails such as gels or acrylics, tend to bite their nails more often than those with short acrylic nails.
5. Short nails are less prone to chips, breakage, and other damage. They are easier to maintain, and you can even change out the paint color yourself easily between trips to the nail salon.

What Are Some Tips For Caring For Short Acrylic Nails?

Following are expert tips on how to care for short acrylic nails.

1. Only use nonacetone nail polish remover. Acetone polish destroys both your short acrylic nails and your natural nails. Avoid any and all products that contain acetone as a rule. (example: Turpentine, Goo-Be-Gone, and so on)
2. Use cuticle oil to keep your nails healthy. Most people think soaking their nails helps hydrate and sanitize their nails. This is not true in any form. To promote optional nail health and growth, you should apply cuticle oil to your nails.
3. While it is possible to apply acrylic nails at home, visiting your favorite nail salon is best to prevent infection and keep your nails healthy. 
4. Protect your short acrylic nails whenever possible. Wear gloves when doing dishes, cleaning, gardening, and especially when using harsh chemicals. Wash and thoroughly dry your hands to prevent fungal and bacterial growth in your nails. 

 Check out these stunningly beautiful designs for short acrylic nails below.