Long, Strong & Flawless: Your Ultimate Guide to Nail Enhancements
Have you ever looked at someone’s perfectly long, flawlessly almond-shaped nails and wished you could have the same? For many of us, growing long, strong natural nails is a constant battle. They chip, they break, they peel. It’s a frustrating cycle!
That’s precisely where nail enhancements come in, and at Diva Nails Salon Kelowna, we are experts in this truly transformative service.
But we also know the menu can be a little confusing. “Acrylic”? “UV Gel”? “Solar”? What does it all mean, and which one is right for you? As the top-rated nails salon Kelowna residents trust, we believe in educating our clients so you can make the best choice. Let’s break it down, because our goal is to help you achieve the beautiful nails you’ve always dreamed of.
### 1. Acrylic / Gel Powder / Solar Nail
* Full Set: $60
* Fill: $50
What it is: This is the classic, industry-standard system known for its incredible strength and durability. A trained technician skillfully mixes a liquid (monomer) and a powder (polymer) to create a protective, durable layer over your natural nail and a tip (for length).
You might hear different names, but they are often related:
* Solar Nail: This is a brand name for a specific type of high-quality acrylic system, known for its non-yellowing, durable finish.
* Gel Powder: This is a similar system that uses a powder and a resin, often cured in a different way, but provides similar, strong results.
This system is best for:
* Durability: If you are hard on your nails, work with your hands (typing all day, retail, healthcare, hospitality), or are a recovering nail-biter, acrylics are a fantastic, “tough-as-nails” choice.
* Length: If you dream of dramatic, long nails (like stiletto or coffin shapes), acrylics provide the strong, rigid structure needed to support that length without breaking.
* A “Fix”: It can create a beautiful, uniform shape even if your natural nail beds are short or uneven, giving you an instantly perfect canvas.
### 2. UV / Bio Gel
* Full Set: $65
* Fill: $55
What it is: This system uses a thick, honey-like gel that is “sculpted” or “built” onto your nail. Each layer is then “cured” (hardened) under a special UV or LED lamp. “Bio Gel” is a brand known for its focus on a slightly more flexible, natural-feeling enhancement.
This system is best for:
* A Natural Look & Feel: UV Gel is known for being more lightweight and flexible than acrylic. Many clients feel it moves more naturally with their own nail.
* High-Gloss Finish: Gels cure to an incredible, non-porous, high-gloss finish that is very resistant to staining and looks “wet” and shiny for weeks.
* Low Odour: The application process is virtually odourless, which is a big plus for many clients.
* Strength for Natural Nails: It’s a wonderful option for adding strength to your natural nails, helping them grow long without breaking, or for adding moderate, natural-looking length.
### Making the Choice & Maintenance
So, how do you choose? Don’t worry, you don’t have to decide alone! Our professional technicians at our nails salon Kelowna will always provide a consultation first. We’ll ask about your lifestyle, your nail health, and the look you want. We’ll help you choose the system that will make you the happiest and give you those happy nails.
What is a “Fill”?
Both systems require maintenance. As your natural nail grows, a gap forms at the cuticle. A “Fill” (or “Refill”) is required every 2-4 weeks, depending on how fast your nails grow. During this appointment, we gently file down the existing enhancement, fill in the new growth, re-balance the nail’s structure (called “re-arching” for strength), and make them look brand new again. This is essential for keeping your nice nails healthy and preventing lifting.
Getting enhancements is the start of a journey to feeling polished and confident every single day. Stop dreaming of perfect nails and come get them at the nail salon Kelowna residents trust for quality enhancements.
Visit Diva Nails & Spa Kelowna for a personal consultation! Call us at 778-484-0330 or book your “Full Set” appointment online at diva-nails.com today!
