You love the look of your natural nails.

In fact, you’ve been trying to grow them out for ages.

But despite your best efforts, they break or chip.

Long natural nails

The process is maddening.

You want to have long sleek nails as you see on famous celebrities.

Well, that nail might not be so natural after all.

pointed hyperrealistic nails

It’s like your own nail, but a stronger version with the length you’ve been dreaming of.

This style is all about looking as long and natural as possible.

It’s your nail, only better.

Grab your purse and jump on the hyperrealistic nail trend train by learning how to create this realistic look.

That is unless you’re well-versed in the art of gel or acrylic nail art.

While these nails might look like your original nails but longer, they’re fake nails.

The first step to getting the look you want is to have some examples.

Now comes the fun part.

It’s filled in with a pinkish-cream shade to match the bed of your nail.

Pros and cons of hyperrealistic nails

Natural-looking nails that are stronger!

There can’t be anything better than that, right?

Well, it depends on who you talk to.

However, theAmerican Academy of Dermatology Associationnotes that the prep process for nail extension can have some negative consequences.

Filing down the nails so that the extension sticks better can weaken the nail.

Plus, the removal and touch-up process uses an acetone soak, which can further weaken your natural nails.

Who doesn’t want beautiful, strong, natural nails?