nail extensions

Glued-on manicure

Nail extensions are artificial enhancements applied to fingernails to add length or create a uniform shape.

They may be acrylic, gel, or press-on tips bonded to the natural nail.

Extensions require regular maintenance as the natural nail grows out: I need to get my nail extensions filled.

Distinguished from polish or simple manicures by their structural addition to the nail.

Related
  • acrylicSynthetic resin or fiber
  • gelWobbly semi-solid substance
  • tipsExtras for servers
  • salonGrooming establishment or gathering
  • fileStored collection of data

glue · polish · French · coffin · stiletto · almond · fill · UV lamp · cuticle · length · buff · shape · overlay · dip powder · acetone · primer · rhinestones · technician

Categories
Opposites
additive vs. subtractive nail treatments

nail extensionsnail trimming

Cutting back fingertips' edges

nail clipping · nail filing · nail removal · manicure · nail biting

nail treatment complexity

nail extensionsclear coat

Transparent protective finish

nail trimming · cuticle care

Family

nail, nails, nailed, nailing, extend, extends, extended, extending, extender

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G