Nail Preparation For Your Wedding
Found the perfect dress? Check! Got a great hair stylist? Check! Found your makeup artist match? Check! Do you need a nail tech? We have you covered!
Let’s Talk hand health first— because no one wants to see photos of your ring when your hands are chapped and dry! It’s important to begin using a good hand cream to stay hydrated.. Look for a hand cream with emollients such as shea butter or vitamin E, to help heal and seal moisture into the skin. Don’t forget to rub cream into your nail beds and cuticle area too! You can also start using a cuticle oil to strengthen and hydrate the nail plate. If your hands are noticeably dry, chapped, or irritated, use a hand cream every time you wash your hands. Otherwise, nightly use should be fine.
Now let’s talk options for your nails. We would recommend letting your nails. We would recommend letting your nails grow out as much as you are comfortable with. So your nail technician can shape the free edged to your desired shape and length. If you struggle with growing out your natural nails and want some extra length, consider getting Gel Nail Extensions for your big day! Gel Nail Extensions are a flexible tip that adds instant strength and length without the damage of acrylic to your natural nail. The system lasts 2-4 weeks, depending on how fast your nails grow. your technician will choose nail tips in your desired length and shape and finish it off with the gel polish color of your choice for a flawless shiny manicure that will last through your honeymoon!
If you do not need extra length on your nails, your manicure will include either gel polish or regular polish. Regular polish lasts about 3-5 days, while gel polish lasts around 2 weeks. We would highly recommend gel polish to reduce the risk of chipping before the wedding day! Having your manicure done the week of your wedding is the timeline we would suggest.
After getting your manicure, here’s a few tips for prolonging your nails:
Keep your hands and nails hydrated by using hand cream at least once daily
Avoid using your nails as tools, so no picking or scratching at objects
Avoid harsh chemicals like cleaning solutions, and if you must clean or do the dishes use rubber gloves to protect your nails.
Manicures are not just for the bride!
Grooms, we can assist you with trimming and shaping your nails, cleaning up the cuticles, and gently buffing to get your nails in tip-top shade too. A couples manicure sounds like a great date option to us!
No matter what your manicure style may be, we have plenty of nail technicians to help you nail your look for your special day!
