Hello! First, I am so happy you joined too! it is always nice to meet new people on here :) I totally understand what you are saying. I also pull from the top of my head, and I ALSO do it for the follicles, but im not sure why. Regarding acrylics, if going and getting them done is too expensive atm, you can buy them on amazon for A LOT less money. I ordered some and nail glue and they stay on for up to two weeks and help me pull less. I will attach links for the products I bought. Also, you are not alone. I develop blisters on my fingers from pulling, and my hand cramps and gets tired and sore. Maybe try putting oil on your high pull areas? Im rooting for you!!! ❤️

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Acrylics I bought: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087989DWM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Nail glue I bought: https://www.amazon.com/Nailene-Ultra-Quick-Nail-Glue/dp/B001KYQ7LG/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=nail+glue&qid=1623078107&s=beauty&sr=1-10 (not sure if this is available on amazon anymore, but there are tons more including this one: https://www.amazon.com/Cala-Professional-Quality-Adhesive-Bottles/dp/B07SD8JX99/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1VQAYED8HRZ6H&dchild=1&keywords=nail+glue+for+press+on+nails&qid=1623078286&sprefix=nail+glue+for%2Cbeauty%2C189&sr=8-6 )