Over the past few years, shellac varnish has become the most popular type of nail procedure. Feedback from a large number of women gives the highest rating to the innovative technology. However, among the clients of nail centers there are those who were not very satisfied with the new service. The article suggests exploring various shellac reviews.
What is the problem with any manicure
Quality manicure is an important part of a woman's image. Hands are difficult to hide, they are always in sight, and the general impression of a person depends on how the fingernails look.
Having been at a manicure session in a professional salon or having worked on it on their own, any woman wants it to last without loss as long as possible. But that rarely happens in real life. Household chores, cooking, washing dishes, cleaning, activities with children - all these inevitable activities cause irreparable harm to the fingers.
So it turns out that lovely ladies enjoy the beauty of nails for a few days. Bright varnish quickly loses its freshness,pristine shine, begins to crack and flake off. Even the newfangled protective coatings do not help. You can, of course, do all the housework with gloves on, but this helps only for a while.
How to help your nails
The problem of the quality of a manicure is as old as the manicure itself, so professionals have always tried to find a way out of the situation. First, the technology of silk nails appeared, which was designed to hold a layer of varnish with a piece of delicate fabric. The next discovery is acrylic and gel extension. The products seemed reliable, shaped the nails and protected them from external influences, maintaining an attractive appearance for a long time.
A significant disadvantage of these types of coatings was a negative impact on the nail plate. For a stronger retention of the synthetic layer, it was necessary to regularly clean the top layer of the nail. This procedure leads to gradual weakening and destruction of the tissue. In addition, microorganisms that can cause fungal diseases easily enter the cracks.
CND shellac – the best solution?
The tireless American researchers of the beauty industry have deduced a miracle formula of a super-resistant product that can prolong the life of women's manicure for a long time - this is shellac gel.
Customer reviews indicate that the first acquaintance with a new tool causes a persistent feeling of distrust for the majority. The statement that not very prosperous nails (soft and brittle) will be reliably protected for two whole seconds seems very implausible.half a week!
A wonderful remedy is a mixture that combines the best properties of gel and varnish at the same time. But the main feature is that the gel polish does not increase the volume, but is, in fact, a long-lasting color coating.
Therefore, the tool receives the following reviews. Shellac allows the nail to rest, reliably protecting it from aggressive influences. An additional protection of the plate is that there is no need to cut off the top layer. The natural surface and shape of the nail is preserved for a long time. If the nails used to peel off often, then thanks to the varnish-gel coating, the destruction process stops.
Can I learn shellac at home?
To admire the beauty of your nails for a long time, it is advisable to do a manicure using a new product in a professional salon, but a fairly high price does not allow many to decide to get acquainted with a wonderful tool. Some people have the idea to master the technique on their own: for sure, there will be significant financial savings. Of course, it is quite possible to study the technique yourself and apply shellac at home. Reviews of the procedure, however, are not too flattering. When mastering the application technique, it becomes clear that it is important to do each step carefully, using a variety of available tools. It turns out that doing a manicure on your own is uncomfortable.
Application technology. Where to start?
The first stage of manicure includes the processing of softened cuticles and shapingnail plate of a given model. Special tweezers, scissors with rounded tips and a nail file are used.
Next comes the grinding process. The loud name of the procedure is actually not entirely true. With a small bar of delicate buff, a slight displacement of the horny fibers is carried out. This is necessary in order to enhance the adhesion of the surface of the nail with the coloring agent. The buff does not cause any harm to the nail, it only makes its surface matte. Sawn dust particles are easily removed with a soft brush.
A secure grip is the key to a flawless manicure
The next step is a degreasing treatment with a special Nail Fresher. This is a very important point, because the reliability and duration of its adhesion to shellac depends on how clean the surface of the nail is. To enhance the adhesion properties, the plate is coated with a special agent - a primer. The solution is applied along the contour of the nail and dries naturally.
And what will the reviews tell us? Shellac continues to amaze with a variety of colors. Among the huge number of multi-colored bottles, there are several products that differ from others. The inscription on the label says that this is Magneto varnish. The result is simply stunning with an unexpected effect. After applying the gel polish, a small magnet of a certain shape is brought to the nail. The metal powder contained in the varnish, under the influence of a magnet, in a bizarre way is located on the surface of the nail in the form of a strip, wave, star. It turns out extraordinary beauty!
Begin to create the cover
The base base is a polymer layer that is applied like a regular varnish, but with mandatory sealing - this is the name of painting the end of the nail with a squeezed brush. Drying of the main layer occurs within two minutes under a lamp with ultraviolet rays.
After drying, the surface of the cured gel remains slightly sticky. This is normal and necessary for a secure bond that forms polymer and CND shellac.
Reviews are as follows. Removing the obsolete layer is quite difficult. No traditional nail polish remover will help here. To dissolve shellac, a special liquid is used, which is moistened with cotton pads and applied to each nail. The top of the finger is wrapped with a piece of aluminum foil. After five minutes, you can remove the exfoliated varnish with a manicure spatula.
Application of colored shellac is done on the base base in a thin layer with the obligatory sealing of the nail tip and drying in a UV lamp for at least two minutes. The second color coat is applied and dried in the same way as the first.
Coming to the finals
The completion of the coating process is the application of a transparent thick layer of finishing agent. It should completely cover the varnish layer, and also securely seal the nail end. The finish layer is dried under an ultraviolet lamp in the same way as shellac varnish.
Reviews say that the procedure for drying each layer looks quite long and tedious. On each hand, four nails are first dried, and the thumb separately. Andso with each layer! Trying to dry all your fingers at once to cut down on boring time will lead to disastrous results. UV rays hit the thumbnail unevenly, as a result, the varnish on it begins to peel off after a few days.
Some features of shellac
A sticky film remains on the finish layer. You can get rid of it by wiping the surface with a cotton pad with a degreasing solution. To strengthen and nourish the cuticle, it is advisable to apply a nourishing oil. This is the final stage of manicure. So, what are the reviews about it?
Shellac really doesn't like contact with any creams. On the day of the manicure, it is better to refrain from using moisturizing or nourishing hand products. If a drop of product penetrates under the varnish, then you can say goodbye to him soon.
The shellac series also provides coatings for French manicure. The main shades are represented by a variety of colors, including those with the addition of small sparkles. Saturated white color is suitable for a classic French manicure. In this case, the main color is applied in just one layer, and the French "smile" is painted twice. At the same time, you must not forget to fix each new layer in the lamp.
Take care of your feet
Stylish hairstyle and fashionable clothes can decorate any woman. Beautiful shoes and high heels can make any leg look sleeker and slimmer. But if at the same time the nails are unkempt, then the whole image can immediately collapse, and in the eyes of those around the lady will look sloppy. Caring for nailshands, of course, we must not forget about the legs. Shellac pedicure is also quite suitable for them.
Reviews report that gel polish can also be applied to the legs. Thanks to proper care, the legs always look their best.
It is known that toenails grow much more slowly than on the hands. In addition, they almost do not suffer from external influences. The optimal frequency of a pedicure is once a month.
The technology for applying gel polish is the same as described above, but with the only difference that the pigment coating can only be done in one layer. Shellac on legs has the most enthusiastic reviews, because it helps women's legs always look neat and attractive.
How to save on shellac
The author of the patented innovative shellac technology is the American corporation CND (Creative Nail Design). The super-resistant tool has a lot of advantages, thanks to which it has gained great popularity all over the world.
However, the wonderful varnish has one significant drawback - the high price that not everyone can afford. Resourceful Chinese specialists came to the rescue. It was they who created the Bluesky shellac, reviews of which you will find in our article. The first acquaintance with expensive shellac usually makes a good impression, but many are confused by the cost of the procedure. In an attempt to save money, some women buy all the Bluesky products they need and take care of their nails on their own.
Features of Chineseanalogue
The main difference of the new product was not only the low price, but also the simplified technological process required by Bluesky shellac. Reviews indicate that many are not very good at self-coating. It is very convenient to train on your girlfriends: this is both a good experience and a small income that will fully justify the cost of Bluesky materials.
When performing work with the Chinese counterpart, the number of process steps is reduced. Firstly, after grinding the nail plate, there is no need to apply a base base. It is enough to treat the surface with a degreasing solution - and you can start coating with Bluesky shellac varnish.
Reviews say that the coating of the Chinese manufacturer is easy to apply, but removed with great difficulty. It is advisable to use the original nail polish remover, but it still takes a lot of time to get rid of the old gel.
The disadvantages of "Blueskaya" include a modest palette of colors. Of the shades proposed by the manufacturer, only mother-of-pearl varnishes lay down in an even and dense layer.
Gel polish is repeated twice, followed by obligatory drying in a UV lamp. And that's it! Manicure is complete. It is not necessary to remove the sticky layer and apply a protective coating. This results in a perfect glossy manicure that can last at least two weeks. Even a beginner can easily cope with Bluesky shellac manicure.
Reviews of many fashionistas report that the coating with Chinese gel polishis a very thin layer, so any color looks translucent. To get a rich shade, you have to apply an additional layer of color to the nail.
The choice is yours
Salon clients leave the following reviews. Shellac strikes the imagination with a palette of proposed shades. By the beginning of each season, new items are sure to appear. You can constantly use biovarnish for a whole year and never repeat in color.
Which remedy is still better, each woman will have to decide on her own. Those who are not very concerned about the increase in the cost of manicure should use the original CND shellac. For those who want to save money and are not very demanding about the flawlessness of manicure, Bluesky varnish will be a good helper.
The final choice can be made by trying all types of varnish-gel coatings. But first, it is recommended to find out what women think, and what reviews give shellac manicure and pedicure. The choice is yours!
