How are gels different from acrylics?

How are gels different from acrylics?

Carla Kay (Celebrity Manicurist) gives expert video advice on: What are 'gel nails'?; How are gels different from acrylics?; What is the benefit of getting gels on my nails? and more...

Gel nails are different from acrylics because there are less steps to take. You are just removing the natural oils from the nails, applying the gels, going into the light, follwed by a light buff. There are a lot less steps with gel nails versus acrylics nails.