Acrylic powder for nails: what is it and what is it for?

What is acrylic nail powder?

Acrylic powder is a polymer powder that is used to improve the health of nails, as well as to form the desired length and shape of the nail plate. Thanks to its polymer texture, it fills cracks in the nails and envelops the nail plate, which avoids delamination, chipping and breakage.

Acrylic nail powder is sold in the form of powder of various shades and properties: some are suitable only for extensions, others for modeling or artistic sculpting.

What is acrylic powder used for?

Most often, acrylic powder is used by masters to strengthen nails. This material is durable and durable, so it stays on the nails for up to three weeks. Moreover, even a thin layer of powder is enough for the desired effect.

Acrylic powder is also used for nail extensions. With its help you can simulate any shape.

Artistic modeling and varied nail designs are another option for a manicurist to use this material.

Types of acrylic powder

As we noted earlier, there are different types of acrylic powder depending on its purpose. The material is also differentiated by color.

Transparent (matte or glossy) powder is distinguished by the finest grinding. It is used as a base layer for extensions, since when applied it is practically invisible on natural nails.

Nail artists most often use colored powder to create designs.

Powders in neon shades are distinguished by their colorful shades and dense texture, so they can be safely used for sculpting. Moreover, such materials glow in ultraviolet rays.

Camouflage powder is closer in shades to natural colors, but at the same time it is denser and not transparent.

Translucent powder with glitter is used to create a sparkling manicure.

How to use acrylic powder?

First, degrease the nail plate, then apply a thin layer of base. Dilute the powder in monomer and apply with a special brush to the surface of the nail. Shape the nail to the desired length.

After a couple of minutes, when the material has dried, remove the mold. File the nail with a nail file or buff. If desired, complement the manicure with design elements.