Beloved Beauty Salon Blog
A fresh set of extensions looks perfect on day one. How your nails look three weeks later depends on aftercare, refills and how the set is eventually removed. This guide covers the questions our nail technicians hear most often at our salon in France Cluster, International City.
Quick Answer
Book a refill about every three weeks while your set is well attached. Choose a new set if several nails have lifted or broken, and always book an in-salon removal instead of peeling extensions off.
Why Extensions Need Refills
Your natural nails keep growing underneath the extension, so a gap appears at the cuticle and the balance of the nail shifts towards the tip. A refill fills that gap, rebalances the shape and refreshes the colour. Most clients book a refill about every three weeks, depending on how fast their nails grow and how hard they are on their hands. Refill prices are confirmed at consultation because they depend on length and design.
Refill or New Set?
- Book a refill if your extensions are still well attached and you only see regrowth at the cuticle.
- Book a new set if several nails have broken or lifted, or if it has been much longer than a month.
- Book a removal if you would like a break, have an event that needs short nails, or something feels uncomfortable.
Send us a photo of your nails on WhatsApp and we will tell you which one you need.
Never Peel or Bite Them Off
Peeling off acrylic, hard gel or gel polish pulls away layers of your natural nail with it, leaving nails thin, bendy and sore. Professional removal takes a little time, but it protects your nails. Gel polish removal is AED 40 for hands or feet.
Everyday Aftercare
- Wear gloves for cleaning and washing up.
- Use cuticle oil daily to keep the skin and nail edges flexible.
- Do not use your nails as tools to open cans or peel labels.
- If a nail lifts or cracks, message us rather than gluing it at home, because trapped water can cause problems underneath.
Choosing Your Next Set
Acrylic and hard-gel extensions start from AED 250, tip extensions with gel polish are AED 120, and builder gel (BIAB) is priced at consultation. For a full comparison, read our guide to Gelish vs BIAB vs Acrylic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch from acrylic to gel at my refill?
Usually yes, but it often means removing the old product first. Ask when you book so we can plan the time.
My extension lifted after a few days. What should I do?
Message us with a photo as soon as possible so we can take a look.
How long should I wait between sets?
There is no fixed rule. If your nails feel thin or sensitive after removal, a short break with a strengthening treatment can help.
Book on WhatsApp
Not sure if you need a refill or a removal? Send us a photo. WhatsApp “NAILS” to 056 134 3131. Beloved Beauty Salon, Shop 14, Building R19, France Cluster, International City. Open daily from 10am.
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