The Dip or Drip- Which manicure is the best for me?
So your manicurist has been nudging you to give the latest trend a try and you’re in two minds, unsure whether it’ll be worth the while after all! If you’ve been visiting social media forums like Instagram frequently, by now you’d know how dip powder nails had created quite a buzz in the nail fashion industry. In fact, we’d say this is one of those raging fashion trends right after silicon nail extension and ultraviolet dryers that everyone’s been excited about!
But without adequate knowledge on the who, what, and how of powder polish, you can easily end up with a ‘nail nightmare’! If you’ve considered buying dip powder for yourself, consider breezing through these frequently asked questions first.
How is dip powder different from gel polish?
What makes powder polishes different than your regular liquid ones is that the application method is wildly different. Unlike other gel manicure processes, the powder from your dip polish settles down on its own, making DIY manicures on a lazy weekend really easy. In fact, unlike gel nail polishes you don’t have to rely on UV lights to get the salon-like finish — you can simply dip, dry, and head out.
How do you apply a dip powder manicure?
Dip powder polishes are not your everyday rodeo. You start off the same way — with a file shaping and buffing your nails. Next, you move on to a clear base coat on the nail bed. Now dip your nails in the powder, take them out, shake off the excess and apply a clear topcoat. You re-do the process a couple of times until you get the desired color shade and voila — you’re done.
Why do so many people prefer dip over a regular gel finish?
Dip powder nails may not be the cheapest option on the manicure menu. However, every dollar and every penny is completely worth it when it comes to powder polishes. While regular gel polishes don’t think twice before chipping away by the end of the first week, dip powder nails often stay undamaged into the third week after application. If you’re tired of painting and repainting your nails every time you have to get to a party, dip powder could be a real effort and time saver for you.
One thing to keep in mind before you buy
Dip powder polishes are awesome, we agree. However, before we leave you looking forward to some powder polish purchases, here’s a little piece of advice from our end. Dip polishes, if not purchased from the right brand, can be harsh on the nail plate. We’ve heard from plenty of people whose expensive dip manicures chipped away within the first few days. The trick is to buy a quality dip powder so your nails stay healthy and happy while you flaunt the latest nail look.
Shopping for your salon instead?
Nailsnhanh supplies nail salons and techs across the US — dip powder, gel polish, drill machines, drill bits and cordless LED lamps, shipped from our North Carolina warehouse in 1–2 business days. Browse the dip powder collection or see what salons order most.