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Hard Gel or Acrylic — your call
Hard Gel for flexibility and gentler removal. Acrylic for maximum strength on bitten nails. Same finished look, different feel.
Bitten, broken or short nails? Extensions add length without daily growing-out. Hard Gel for flexibility, Acrylic for strength. Both available at Nova.
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Hard Gel for flexibility and gentler removal. Acrylic for maximum strength on bitten nails. Same finished look, different feel.
3–4 wk
Honest infill cycle. We recommend infill every 3–4 weeks to keep the extension flush at the cuticle and prevent lifting.
Safe
Peeling extensions damages the natural nail layer for months. Book a removal slot to keep your nails healthy.
We assess nail condition, length goal, lifestyle (gym, cooking, typing) to recommend Hard Gel vs Acrylic.
Cuticle prep, tip application, gel/acrylic build, file and shape to chosen length.
Optional color: shellac, gel polish, or nail art. Or leave natural-finish glossy.
Cuticle oil daily, avoid prolonged hot-water soaks, no peeling.
Book the infill before you leave to avoid lifting at the cuticle.
Quiet, appointment-only nail studio. No walk-in chaos.
“Bitten my nails for 20 years. Hard Gel extensions at Nova actually broke the habit — I love how they look.”
“Long Acrylic for a wedding — they lasted a full month with infill. Nova's removal was painless.”
“I switched to Nova because the previous salon kept leaving lifting at the cuticle. Nova's prep is noticeably better.”
At Nova: Nail Extension Short (1 hour), Hard Gel Extension Long (1 hr 30 min). Acrylic and Hard Gel options available — we'll recommend during your consultation.
Hard Gel is more flexible, less odour, and gentler on the natural nail. Acrylic is stronger and better for severely bitten nails. Both look identical when finished.
Hard Gel and Acrylic extensions typically last 3–4 weeks before needing infill. Avoid soaking in hot water for long periods and use cuticle oil daily.
Yes — book a removal slot at Nova. Don't peel them off; that lifts layers from the natural nail and weakens it for months.
Free consultation to match Hard Gel vs Acrylic to your nails.