She Tried It! SNS Nails Have Me Never Wanting To Go Back To Acrylic

WEEK THREE: 

As the powder began to grow out it thinned slightly. It wasn’t exactly chipping but it was more weakening. It didn’t feel as impenetrable but there were still no visible chips.

When I had the robin’s egg blue shade removed my nails didn’t look or feel any stronger but they didn’t look or feel any weaker (unlike gels and acrylics).

I really put it to the test when I tried to get a design I saw on Pinterest. Like a true Jersey girl, I’m addicted to slightly age-inappropriate glitter and I wasn’t sure if a powder could give me the same shine. I also didn’t think the lines of the chevron print I wanted would be as precise.

I was worried for nothing! It might have just been a credit to my favorite technician (Miriam you a real one!) but I was able to get a design that was just as crisp as it would have been with acrylics.

Even when it started to grow out a month later (see above) I still loved it.

The verdict? If you’re as rough on your nails as I am, definitely look into SNS! It lasts forever!

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I’ve been an SNS convert for about 6 months but I’ve had friends who haven’t had great experiences so make sure you inspect the powder at your salon because there are copycat products that don’t stack up! If it doesn’t say SNS, leave it sis!

Looking to switch things up more often? Try one of these “13 Nail Shades Created By Black Women Perfect For Fall” on your footsies.

Have you tried SNS nails before? Tell us your experience in the comment section!