What is 'acrylic overlay'?

What is 'acrylic overlay'?

Carla Kay (Celebrity Manicurist) gives expert video advice on: What are 'acrylic nails'?; What are the pros and cons of having acrylic nails?; How can I tell if acrylics are right for me? and more...

An acrylic overlay is a layer of acrylic over your own nail. Some women might put a layer of acrylic over their own nail because it holds the polish longer.