Gel nail polish: pros, cons, contraindications
Gel nail polish is one of the most practical and safe “tools” for creating a neat manicure. But this does not mean that an ideal has appeared in the world of nail products: the “hybrid” also has some nuances of use. Gel polish at home, for example, will require an ultraviolet lamp and, otherwise, you will not be able to fix the coating. Is the product worth the extra cost or regular visits to the specialist? Let’s find out!
Gel polish: pros
Covering nails with gel polish is sometimes compared to extensions. Indeed, the product also polymerizes under UV rays and is worn on the nails for up to 3 weeks. But there is also a significant difference: Oxy gel polish does not harm the nail plates at all. On the contrary, it protects them from external influences, stops delamination, and prevents breakage. Walk around with a “hybrid” manicure for a while – and after removing the product, you will notice that the health and appearance of your nails have noticeably improved. Other product benefits:
• neatness of manicure (rough extended nails are no longer fashionable);
• thick color and bright glossy shine (gel polish on nails is noticeably different from regular polish);
• color range, including hundreds of shades and halftones (depending on the number of layers, the intensity of the colors may vary);
• resistance to chips, scratches and cracks, as a result of which the gel polish on the nails looks presentable from the first to the last day of wear;
• adequate cost of both the product itself and the gel polish manicure in the salon.
No special skills or abilities are required to use the “hybrid”. The gel polish is spread over the grease-free surface of the nails with a regular brush and placed in an ultraviolet lamp for a certain time (as a rule, this is no more than 3 minutes, it all depends on the power of the device). There is no need to file your own nails, model their shape with gel, and then remove them with a hard nail file. It’s easy to remove gel polish by simply soaking a cotton pad in a special remover and applying it to your nails.
Cons of gel polish
The prices for gel polish and related products are still higher than the cost of regular varnishes (although, they say, these expenses pay off in the future), for noticeable savings you should contact the 4nails Store. Proper drying of nails is the key to the “wearability” of a hybrid manicure, because if you overexpose or underexpose your fingers under the lamp, cracks will not keep you waiting. Finally, even though gel polish is gentle, the nail plates under it, like under any other coating, do not breathe. So from time to time it is advisable to take a “time out” and give your nails a rest.
Gel polish: contraindications
After all, gel nail polish isn’t for everyone. In case of hormonal problems/pregnancy, the remedy may simply not “take”, fungal diseases may sometimes worsen, and diabetes mellitus is generally a direct contraindication to the session. It is also worth postponing the procedure if you are taking antibiotics.
