There’s no better way to look and feel polished than with a fresh gelmanicure.

And the best part is it’s completelylow maintenanceand usually lasts for up to two weeks chip-free.

But what are the dangers of a gel manicure?

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Does gel nail polish ruin your nails?

TheAmerican Academy of Dermatologywebsite states, “Gel manicures can cause nail brittleness, peeling and cracking.”

Newman believes choosing a qualified manicurist is the key to avoiding nail damage.

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She also recommends against doing DIY gel nails at home.

Hadley notes that it’s also important to allow time for the nails to breathe between manicures.

As a result, nails are more prone tobreakage.

Once removed, keepnailshydrated with cuticle oil and moisturizer.