There is nothing quite as satisfying as walking out of the salon with a fresh, glossy set of gel nails. But nothing ruins that excitement faster than noticing a corner lifting or chipping just a few days later. If you have ever asked yourself, "Why are my gel nails lifting?", you are not alone. While high-quality gel manicures are designed to last for weeks, several everyday factors can cause premature lifting. Here are the 5 most common causes and how you can prevent them: 1