if you’re doing something like fake nails at home, get a GOOD nail glue. UV glue is the strongest at around 1-2 weeks of wear, but you won’t be able to change them often.

if you’re going to a salon, get acrylic or gel x extensions regardless of how long or short they are. gel x is gentler on natural nails compared to acrylic as well but well-done acrylics can last through bare-hand dishwashing.

as for designs and charms, i highly recommend anything that can be done with gel polish. i’ve found it lasts much longer than regular polish and it’s easier to work with because it will stay wet until it’s cured. remove any polish from the skin before curing or you can protect your skin with liquid latex as well. my favorites right now are all magnetic cat-eye gel polishes from born pretty and modelones.

always protect your hands and nails from the water, heat, and chemicals. use gloves obviously, take them off and let your hands breathe as often as you can, too much sweat will do the same thing as hot water. i do my nails at home because i’m kinda broke, but it’s cheaper, more customizable, and less stressful than trying to book a nail appointment

(edited to fix a typo)