Acrylic nails has been popular for many years. Every female desires long beautiful nails especially within our modern day culture. When I was younger I remember going with my friends in Florida to get our nails done for the Junior prom. I was so excited about getting a full set for the first time. This was suppose to be Nail Heaven, a dream for teenagers, NOT!!! I was in the nail shop when i notice the nail tech using a drill on my natural nails which i thought was normal at first. The drilling became more & more excessive removing layers off my nail bed (nail plate) this is the skin on top of which the nail grows. She drilled beyond this leaving the last layer of my nails very sore & red, this is when i realized something was just not right!!!. I was in so much pain. She continued drilling toward the cuticle area permanently damaging a finger nail – to make it worse the full set Acrylic was applied making my finger nails burn more because of the powerful chemicals. When It came time to remove the Acrylic Full Set it was so pain full, I barely had any natural nail left because of the excessive drilling & chemical powder. I was always in to beaulty but this is what motivated me more to attend Cosmetology School. This is where I found out that Acrylic is so harmful for your natural nail & high in toxins. Using the drill is not even recognised by the Board of Cosmetology on the natural nail even though many nail shops practice this. The idea that Acrylics makes your nail grow quickly is also a misconception because when it comes to removing them they will leave your nails weak, brittle with ridges. At the Spa at Willow Bend we specialize in Natural Nails, Over the years I have developed a technique to give the natural nail the same appearance as having an artificial long nail (personal preference) but more healthier. We use top brands that will leave your nails healthy & long without any damage. We also use the best brand of polish (OPI & Sparitual) that will last for weeks. Come & experience a unique way that differs from the average nail shop. The difference between the Nail Tech Vs Nail Specialist at the Spa at Willow Bend is the knowledge, Research, Practice & continued education that we take pride in.

So don’t hesitate any longer book an appointment soon!!!!!

For those with brittle damage Nails, Necessary for Nail Growth – Calcium & Magnesium, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B, E & Biotin regular manicures.

Victoria Francis