UV Gel Polish Manicure Demystified
Tips, advice, and interesting facts - this and much more can be found in the tips section. The articles contained therein will allow you to gain knowledge that will make manicure application easier and more enjoyable, with stunning results. You will also find answers to difficult and unusual questions that may arise on your nail styling journey.
TIPS FOR BEGINNING
USERS
In this section, you will find the most important tips that will help you perform a gel polish manicure.
TIP NO. 1
Did you know that when degreasing the nail plate with a Nail Cleaner-soaked cotton pad, you should not touch the cuticles? This way, you won't grease the nails with sebum.
TIP NO. 2
If you feel unpleasant burning during the curing of the base or gel, don't worry! This is a natural effect of the polymerization process, i.e., a change in the state of aggregation. Transitioning to a solid state always releases a lot of heat, which the plate absorbs in the form of strong burning. This happens because polymerization is an exothermic reaction, meaning heat is released in it. You can momentarily stop this process by pulling your hand out from under the lamp, but remember to maintain the recommended curing time for the product.
TIP NO. 2
If you feel unpleasant burning during the curing of the base or gel, don't worry! This is a natural effect of the polymerization process, i.e., a change in the state of aggregation. Transitioning to a solid state always releases a lot of heat, which the plate absorbs in the form of strong burning. This happens because polymerization is an exothermic reaction, meaning heat is released in it. You can momentarily stop this process by pulling your hand out from under the lamp, but remember to maintain the recommended curing time for the product.
TIP NO. 3
Remember that it is very important to properly position your hands in the lamp. All fingers, including thumbs, should be well-illuminated.
TIP NO. 4
For greater durability of a gel polish manicure, apply directly to the degreased nail plate. For a gel polish manicure, we recommend using an acid-free primer. The primer leaves a sticky layer on the nail surface, which acts like a "double-sided tape," increasing the adhesion of the base to the plate.
TIP NO. 4
For greater durability of a gel polish manicure, apply directly to the degreased nail plate. For a gel polish manicure, we recommend using an acid-free primer. The primer leaves a sticky layer on the nail surface, which acts like a "double-sided tape," increasing the adhesion of the base to the plate.
TIP NO. 5
Apply acid-free primer in a thin layer to the entire nail plate - just like a conditioner or regular polish. Be careful not to touch the cuticles with the brush, as this may cause the base to flow onto the cuticles, reduce adhesion, or cause irritation. After applying the primer, wait about 30 seconds before applying the base.
TIP NO. 6
In our offer, you will also find an acid primer. This is a product that degreases the nail plate more strongly than its acid-free counterpart. It is used under gel, acrylic, or acrylgel. For a gel polish manicure, an acid-free primer will be 100% sufficient!
TIP NO. 6
In our offer, you will also find an acid primer. This is a product that degreases the nail plate more strongly than its acid-free counterpart. It is used under gel, acrylic, or acrylgel. For a gel polish manicure, an acid-free primer will be 100% sufficient!
TIP NO. 7
Apply acid primer in a slightly different way than acid-free primer. In this case, apply a small amount in the form of dots, which quickly spread over the nail surface, so it is very important to thoroughly dry the brush to prevent excess product from flooding the cuticles. Before applying the base, wait until the primer evaporates completely and leaves a matte surface.
TIP NO. 8
Remember to pull back the cuticles using your thumb or adjacent finger when applying gel polish, and use a Multitool 2in1 brush around the cuticles.
TIP NO. 8
Remember to pull back the cuticles using your thumb or adjacent finger when applying gel polish, and use a Multitool 2in1 brush around the cuticles.
TIP NO. 9
Bubbles on the surface of the lacquer are nothing more than air trapped in the product. If the lacquer has not yet cured, you can remove them by gently brushing them off with a lacquer brush or piercing them with a thin brush for decorations or a probe.
TIP NO. 10
If you want to get rid of air bubbles from gel polish, gently unscrew the bottle and leave it overnight. During this time, the air will escape from the product.
TIP NO. 10
If you want to get rid of air bubbles from gel polish, gently unscrew the bottle and leave it overnight. During this time, the air will escape from the product.
TIP NO. 11
Remember not to shake the gel polish bottle before use, as this may cause the gel polish to aerate strongly. To mix the gel polish, gently roll it in your hands.
TIP NO. 12
Did you know that the grit on a nail file indicates its coarseness, specifically how many fine grains are on 1 square centimetre of the tool? The higher the file grit, the smoother it is.
TIP NO. 12
Did you know that the grit on a nail file indicates its coarseness, specifically how many fine grains are on 1 square centimetre of the tool? The higher the file grit, the smoother it is.
TIP NO. 13
To speed up the dissolving of gel polish with acetone, mattify the surface of the top before applying Semilac Wraps. This will speed up the penetration of acetone into the structure of the polish.
TIP NO. 14
Don't forget to dust off excess dust from the nail surface by directing the brush upwards - the cuticles will rise, leaving them perfectly clean.
TIP NO. 14
Don't forget to dust off excess dust from the nail surface by directing the brush upwards - the cuticles will rise, leaving them perfectly clean.
ESSENTIAL PRODUCTS
TIPS FOR ADVANCED
USERS
In this section, you will find tips on how to improve your manicure to make working with it even more enjoyable.
TIP NO. 1
Remember to dip the nail art brush in the top after completing the styling. Then wipe it with a dry cotton pad, without twisting the hair. If the product has hardened on the hair, clean it with a cleaner, and trim any damage precisely with sharp nippers.
TIP NO. 2
For extending nails in almond and oval shapes, it will be most convenient to use slim forms, and for square-shaped nails, wide forms.
TIP NO. 2
For extending nails in almond and oval shapes, it will be most convenient to use slim forms, and for square-shaped nails, wide forms.
TIP NO. 3
To level a thick base, after applying it to the nail plate, you can turn the inner side of the hand upwards - gravity will cause the product to be evenly spread.
TIP NO. 4
Remember that if the building gel requires the application of a base - apply it in the form of a small drop on the nail surface, and then rub it with a brush into the gel mass. The less product, the better.
TIP NO. 4
Remember that if the building gel requires the application of a base - apply it in the form of a small drop on the nail surface, and then rub it with a brush into the gel mass. The less product, the better.
TIP NO. 5
The speed at which you should set the milling machine depends on its power. Check below what speed will be appropriate for removing mass and processing cuticles.
