Dip powder nails (also known as SNS nails) have recently become synonymous with gorgeous, long-lasting color that (supposedly) doesn’t sacrifice the health of your nails. The only problem is, just like gel, removing it at home can be pretty tricky (read: damaging), which is why the process has been getting some flack.
“There are two issues that I’ve found with dips and nail health,” Lauren Dunne explains. “The first is that it is designed to stay on the nail for 2-4 weeks, which can result in issues like spotting on your nails from keratin granulation or from color pigments. Second, if the dip begins to lift over time, moisture can get captured, which can cause bacterial infections.”
While that sounds scary, the buzz-worthy technique has plenty of plusses too—even when it comes to removing it at home.