Does getting your nails done ruin your natural nails?

Getting your nails done shouldn’t ruin your natural nails—if done properly and with care. Damage typically happens from over-filing, aggressive removal, or using harsh products, not from the manicure itself. When done right, treatments can actually help protect your nails. Products like BIAB (Builder in a Bottle) are designed to add strength and flexibility without causing harm. Using an IBX treatment under gel polish (such as Shellac) can penetrate the nail plate to reinforce and repair from within.

Going to a trained, experienced nail technician is key—they’ll know how to prep, apply, and remove products gently and safely. Regular hydration with cuticle oil, and not picking or peeling off polish also help maintain nail health. In fact, with the right techniques and products, getting your nails done can support natural growth and even improve the condition of your nails over time. This is what milk nails is all about. Healthy damage-free nails!