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Can I put gel nails over a set of acrylics? Do I need to remove the acrylic first?

December 14, 2007

Can I put gel nails over a set of acrylics? Do I need to remove the acrylic first?

Answer

Yes, you can put a set of gels over acrylic. I suggest you thin out the acrylic first so when you’re done the nails aren’t too thick. — John Hauk is the owner of Salon Vicenzo in Centerville, Ohio, and was second runner-up for Nail Technician of the Year in NAILS’ 2007 AVAs.

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