The image of a woman is made up of many nuances, from the details of clothing to manicure. Quite often, at the first meeting, people around pay attention to hands and nails, so it is very important to take care of their impeccable appearance. There are various materials with which the extension and modeling of nails is performed. To do this with a gel is as simple and safe as possible.
What is a gel coat?
Gel is a material that hardens when exposed to ultraviolet light. An even, smooth and shiny coating is formed on the nail. This is one of the best materials for modeling nails, as it allows moisture and oxygen to pass through, which allows the nail plate to "breathe" and prevents the development of fungal diseases.
Gel nail modeling: pluses
This material excludes the presence of any acids in its composition, so the build-up will notthe cause of the allergy. As you know, gel nail modeling occurs with the help of an ultraviolet lamp. The gel does not have a pungent odor, unlike some other coatings.
The process of modeling nails with a gel is quite long, since the material does not harden immediately when applied to the nail plate - this makes it possible to achieve a perfectly smooth and even surface, which cannot be said, for example, about acrylic, which has to be leveled with special saw blade. You can choose almost any thickness of the nail, and model gel nails so that they do not differ from natural ones, thanks to the natural shine and transparency. You can strengthen the nails with bio-gel.
This will especially appeal to lovers of experiments, because such nails can be covered with any varnish. However, it is worth considering that the decorative coating can only be removed with a liquid without acetone.
Gel Nail Modeling Technology
Gel nail modeling takes place in two stages. The first is the preparation of the nail plate for coating. To do this, the natural nail is filed and polished. An exfoliating agent is applied to the cuticle area, and the nail plate is disinfected with a special antiseptic solution.
After preparation, proceed to the second stage. A base coat is applied to all nails in a thin layer, then dried under a lamp for several minutes. Forms are used to build up with gel (this isstencils made of paper or foil, which are hooked under the edge of the nail), as well as tips (plastic blanks that are attached to its free edge). Typically, tips are used if native nails are cut off “under the root” or are very thin and brittle.
Standard modeling procedure lasts no more than three hours, while using a standard gel nail extension kit. Usually correction should be done after 3 or 4 weeks, but these numbers may vary, as it all depends on the individual characteristics of each person and the growth rate of the nail plate.
Don't forget about proper nail care. Gel is a material that is susceptible to sudden changes in temperature, so in winter, hands must be protected with gloves. It is necessary to exclude various mechanical effects on the nails, for example, blows, they cannot be cut and filed with a metal file. If you follow all the rules for care, then gel nails will retain their beauty and shine for a long time.
