Fake Nails

[LilyWDW]

I keep my nails short and rarely will paint them. I may do some fun colors when going on vacation, for a convention, or ren faire. Just a pop of something different. When I went to Salem I did a sparkly purple that matched the outfits I was bringing along.

I just walk around here being myself whether its esthetically pleasing or not.
I rather be my real self and feel comfy than try to impress others.

I disagree that wearing makeup or doing your nails is not being your real self. I sometimes wear makeup and I sometimes don't. Either way, I am being real self. I'm not hiding who I am or anything. I just wanted to do something fun!

 

[princesscinderella]

I got fake nails for our two different cruises this year and they only work for me when on vacation. I got home and couldn't type or do my normal household stuff and took them off right away. I told my husband if I say I want to get my nails done before a trip again, to tell me I told him to remind me that I said never again Its not worth the cost to my nails and pocketbook.

 

[robinb]

I've had extensions before. I had the very bad habit of biting my nails and I basically ruined my nail bed. My nails are very weak and break easily. I've worn extensions to help my nails grow out under them. I currently see my nail tech for a gel manicure every 2-3 weeks. If I don't have gel on my nails, my nails will break all the way down to the quick.

 

[HannaBelle]

My natural nails are 2 to 3 CM past the tips of my fingers. I get a dip manicure every 3 to 4 weeks. I work fulltime in an office setting, and then as a pottery as my side hustle. My nails are well-kept and clean; they are scrubbed with a nail brush or an old toothbrush multiple times a day.

Not all long nails are unkept.

Food service workers should be wearing gloves and it will be a non-issue.

 

[wvjules]

I've had extensions before. I had the very bad habit of biting my nails and I basically ruined my nail bed. My nails are very weak and break easily. I've worn extensions to help my nails grow out under them. I currently see my nail tech for a gel manicure every 2-3 weeks. If I don't have gel on my nails, my nails will break all the way down to the quick.

Reformed habitual nail bitter here as well.

Occasionally when I'd miraculously not bite my nails and they actually grew, I would get gel. But then I would peel it off if I got a chip or something, which did more damage. Now I don't bite any more. (I think it is a side effect/benefit of one of the medicines I'm on.) I now get the powder dip and they last forever and I don't peel them off. I can go about a month before needing to get them done if I have on a light color. Last time was a light pink and I went almost 5 weeks. Now they are yellow and I'm hoping for 4ish weeks again. I don't think I will go back to gel.

As for the topic, those that don't like those long nails, is it because they are fake or just long nails in general?

My nails are this length and shape:

 

[wvjules]

My natural nails are 2 to 3 CM past the tips of my fingers. I get a dip manicure every 3 to 4 weeks. I work fulltime in an office setting, and then as a pottery as my side hustle. My nails are well-kept and clean; they are scrubbed with a nail brush or an old toothbrush multiple times a day.

Not all long nails are unkept.

Food service workers should be wearing gloves and it will be a non-issue.

I love the dip. I will never go back to gel!

 

[Christine]

Reformed habitual nail bitter here as well.

Occasionally when I'd miraculously not bite my nails and they actually grew, I would get gel. But then I would peel it off if I got a chip or something, which did more damage. Now I don't bite any more. (I think it is a side effect/benefit of one of the medicines I'm on.) I now get the powder dip and they last forever and I don't peel them off. I can go about a month before needing to get them done if I have on a light color. Last time was a light pink and I went almost 5 weeks. Now they are yellow and I'm hoping for 4ish weeks again. I don't think I will go back to gel.

As for the topic, those that don't like those long nails, is it because they are fake or just long nails in general?

My nails are this length and shape:

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I don't know what my issue is, or I can't articulate it. This pic you posted doesn't bother me in the least.

I think I am mostly bothered by IG or influencer posts where the nails are just, well, ugly (not even necessarily long) and the hands and nails are overpowering the product while they hold it. Such as a cupcake or a food item. It just skeeves me out for some reason. IRL, I don't overly think about it. But I think for someone trying to push a product, the nails should not be distracting from the product.

The original photo I posted to start the thread was an example of the worker's hand totally ruining the shot of the sandwich which was being reviewed. I didn't even get to the hygiene part. If the "hand model" was a real worker, I am sure she just was posing with the sandwich for the article and probably gloves herself when working. But her nails were just UGLY.

 

[ClaraOswald]

I wouldn't want someone with long nails (fake or real) preparing my food. Though I'm sure they do all the time and I just don't know it. I try not to think about it. I think it's gross.

I also just don't care for the look. I mean, people can do whatever they want with their own nails. But me, personally, it gives me major ick. I don't like long nails. I don't like when they are pointy. I don't like when they are square. I just like regular looking nails. I'm not bothered by polish of all different colors. But something about weird shapes just makes me uncomfortable.

And don't even get me started on influencers who feel the need to tap their damn nails on everything! I immediately skip anything where someone does that stupid tapping.

 

[jdb in AZ]

I saw a cooking demo on the 'Net and the cook had black, chipped fingernail polish. She got more comments on her silly manicure (or lack of one) than she did about the food/recipe she prepared.

 

[Mackenzie Click-Mickelson]

And don't even get me started on influencers who feel the need to tap their damn nails on everything! I immediately skip anything where someone does that stupid tapping.

That's an ASMR thing that for whatever reason has carried over into just about everything of videos from food prep to all sorts of things. It's not needed to do it outside of ASMR but alas here we are. Basically influencers think it'll get them more clicks but when it's a video not intended for ASMR it just sounds dumb lol.

***Here's an easy Google overview of what ASMR is***
"Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response: feeling of tingling, prickling, or goosebumps, usually triggered by specific sounds or visuals. It's often described as a pleasurable and relaxing sensation that starts on the scalp and moves down the body. ASMR is often associated with videos or audio recordings designed to induce this sensation through gentle whispering, tapping, or other calming stimuli"

 

[ClaraOswald]

I saw a cooking demo on the 'Net and the cook had black, chipped fingernail polish. She got more comments on her silly manicure (or lack of one) than she did about the food/recipe she prepared.

Probably intentional to get more engagement.

 

[robinb]

Reformed habitual nail bitter here as well.

Occasionally when I'd miraculously not bite my nails and they actually grew, I would get gel. But then I would peel it off if I got a chip or something, which did more damage. Now I don't bite any more. (I think it is a side effect/benefit of one of the medicines I'm on.) I now get the powder dip and they last forever and I don't peel them off. I can go about a month before needing to get them done if I have on a light color. Last time was a light pink and I went almost 5 weeks. Now they are yellow and I'm hoping for 4ish weeks again. I don't think I will go back to gel.

As for the topic, those that don't like those long nails, is it because they are fake or just long nails in general?

My nails are this length and shape:

View attachment 988193

I tried Dip too. My nails were worse with Dip and would actually break under the Dip. I use a product called The Gel Bottle which works great on my nails.