Amore Beauty Lounge | Nail salon in Compton, CA 90221

Why is it called coffin nails?

Coffin nails, also known as ballerina nails, may have started with A-listers like Rihanna and Kim Kardashian, but it has quickly overtaken the nail world. They're named for either the angular shape of a coffin or the flat toe of a ballerina's slipper and have a tight C-curve, tapered sides, and a straight free edge.

If you're worried about poking your eye out or you want a slightly less fragile yet still extreme nail shape, try coffin or ballerina nails. This shape, which has two names, is basically like stiletto nails but with a squared-off tip to mimic the appearance of a coffin or pointe shoes.

Ballerina nails (also known as coffin-shaped nails) are Kylie Jenner's signature nail shape. Ballerina nails are essentially the stiletto nail, but with a square rather than pointy tip. They're called ballerina nails or coffin nails because the shape resembles both a coffin and a ballerina's slipper.

What nail shape looks best on short chubby fingers?
The round edge elongates shorter nails with a wide nail bed, making it ideal for those of you who think your hands are a little 'chubby,' as it'll optically extend your finger length to make your hands look more slender.

If you have medium or long nails, oval, almond, and coffin shapes will suit you best. Use elongating nail shapes, such as almond, coffin, and oval, to lengthen and slenderize short and wide fingers. Ladies with fingers that are naturally long and slim should choose a square nail shape for a flattering effect.

Can you fill pink and white nails?

Some techs like to drag the pink acrylic over the entire nail, lightly covering the white acrylic. While the pink-and-white backfill is more work than a regular fill, the extra time it takes to prep the nail pays off at the end of the service.

Fills are needed to maintain pink and whites at least every other week, depending on how fast the nails grow. Acrylic powder is brushed onto the area of new growth, 'filling' the space between the nail bed and the original acrylic, producing a smooth appearance.

We recommend that you get a fill once there is a visible gap between your cuticle and your existing acrylic set, about every 2 to 3 weeks. Once you have filled your acrylics 3 or 4 times, it's probably time to get a new set. You have more control over the strength and look of your nails this way.

You can absolutely count on this manicure if you want something stylish for work, but also if you are heading to some event where you need to shine.
Join us today and have fun with your new nailstyle!