The demand for manicure is growing every day. At the same time, the most popular nail coating has become not just a varnish, but a material that lasts a whole month. In the price list of services, this is listed as “gel polish” and “shellac”. Two different procedures. And what is the difference? Definitely in price. Both gel polish and shilak are in demand. What is the difference between them? In general, almost nothing. And yet there are some nuances.
First of all, Shellac was the very first. "Thank you" for this must be said to the American company CND, which developed a unique structure. One that allows the material to stay on the nails for a very long time - a month. The application technology is simple, the effect is unique. At the same time, in its composition it is a hybrid of varnish and gel. That is, it freezes in a UV lamp, but looks like a simple manicure. In addition, it does not chip, does not crumble, does not scratch. Perhaps this is the most ideal option for natural nails (both gel polish and shellac). What's the difference yet?
Wo-secondly, the compositions of materials can be different from each other. Each company carefully guards its technology. And it depends on her how long the manicure will last on the fingers.
Thirdly, the difference between gel polish and shilaq is the price. This refers to the cost of not only the service, but also the material. The American product is not only a name, it is a really high-quality tool that fully justifies itself. Other companies also produce gel polishes quite successfully, but their quality is not always as high. In addition, honest manufacturers indicate that the material can stay on the nails for up to two weeks, not four.
Both gel polish and shellac are popular among masters. What's the difference then? In that the CND product always represents a complete line for manicure:
- base;
- color base;
- top;
- means for preparing the nail plate;
- tools.
Perhaps this is the key difference. All components of the procedure, presented by one company, are perfectly matched and designed specifically for each other. Not all gel polishes from other manufacturers can boast of this, unlike shellac. Moreover, the quality of the manicure depends on it.
At first glance, the products differ only in name: shilak and gel polish. The difference is still noticeable. And yet, despite the high cost of the American product, it justifies itself. If you do a manicure every 3-5 days for a month, paying a certain amount for it, then sheit will end up being more than once a month to make yourself Shellac. A simple gel polish does not always justify itself. Sometimes it turns out to be more expensive than shellac, and sometimes cheaper. An important role here is played by the skill of the one who does the manicure.
What do masters prefer? They use both gel polish and shilak. What is the difference in application? Actually, nothing. The procedure and technology are absolutely identical and simple. A hardware manicure is done, the nails are prepared for applying the composition, then the material itself. After that, you can enjoy the fruits of your labors. A high-quality gel polish is no worse than a branded product. A hybrid of varnish with gel is especially relevant in the summer, when it is advisable to apply it not only on the nails of the hands, but also on the toes. Moreover, a pedicure lasts many times longer than a manicure.
