Base for gel polish: how to choose and use?

In the modern world, every woman wants to look respectable. Clothes, shoes, hair - everything must be perfect. A huge role in the image is played by the well-groomed appearance of the hands, in particular, the nails. Jewelry will only emphasize your success. But an expensive manicure will make the image complete.

Not every woman can afford frequent visits to beauty salons. But there is a way out of this situation. You can get your manicure done at home.

To do this, you need a gel polish base and some tools. A base or base is a substance that reliably attaches varnish to the nail. You can buy it in a store or order it online.

Also, the base is needed in order to protect the nails from the effects of the chemical elements contained in the varnish. With it, even the brightest dyes that make up the gel polish cannot be absorbed into the surface of your nails. In addition, this miraculous product will protect them from yellowing, damage to the structure and fragility.

A good base contains some medicinal components that can not only preserve the original appearance of the nail plate, but also have a healing effect. These options contain proteins, keratin, calcium and vitamins. In addition, such a base may contain microscopic elements of silk.Remember: a high-quality polymerized base should align the nail plates well before applying varnish and serve as reliable protection for the tips of the nails (if you accidentally hit a hard object with your finger, the varnish will not be damaged).

It is worth considering that gel polish is capricious in application. If you use one nail file, as in the good old days, then you will not succeed. The surface to which the modern coating is applied must be flawlessly smooth. Therefore, you need a buff. Before purchasing it, you need to figure out what it is.

Buff is a grinding tool that has four sides. One edge is used to shape the nail. The other removes the roughness. The penultimate one is designed to remove "waves" and other irregularities. The latter makes the nail plate as smooth as possible.

So, you have finished your nails to a perfect shine. Now they need to be wiped with alcohol to degrease. Then start applying the base. In order for it to lie in an even layer, the nail plate must be dry. Therefore, wait until the alcohol is completely dry. The coating should not be piled up. If this happens, then there is a lipid film. In this case, continue to manipulate the surface of the nail.

You have applied the foundation. Now you have to wait for it to dry. For this to happen correctly, dry the base under a special lamp for 1-2 minutes or use the time that the manufacturer has set for this particular substance.

The bases for gel polish are different. The main thing is to find the most suitable product for you. The rubber base is the most demanded and reliable. For those who are just starting to master the basics of manicure, this option is the best.

Here are the most popular examples of the rubber base:

• Kodi professional rubber base;
• Bluesky shellac base rubber;
• Vogue nails;
• TNL rubber;
• Grattol IQ base gel;
• Rio profi super rubber base.

All of them guarantee uniform application due to their good viscosity. The flexible coating will make even the most problematic nails flawlessly smooth. However, it will not run out onto the side rollers. Experts advise to wait 2 minutes after applying the rubber base, and only then place your nails under the lamp. So you will protect yourself from the "bubbling" of the product.

Consider other samples that you may like more. For example, an acrylic base is no less interesting than a rubber base. It is so called because it is made on the basis of acrylic powder. This composition is applied as a powder and then dried in a UV lamp. After the first layer, another layer is applied. It is also dried, after which it must be polished. The acrylic base creates a frame that is very durable. But this tool has one drawback - if you remove it, you can damage the top layer of the nail.

For those who suffer from allergic reactions, a silicone-based base is suitable. It is used simply. A silicone sticker (artificial nail) is glued to the surface of the nail. Then it is ground to the desired shape. Then varnish is applied to it. This coating can be easily removed. It is appreciated for making the nail even.

You can also opt for a water-based product. It is easily soluble while in the vial (the product does not have to be thrown away if it dries a little). It can be used in place of varnish. The base is very liquid and forms a "breathable" coating. Due to this property, it is used to restore weak nails. In addition, there are no aggressive components in its composition. The product has a good odor and leveling properties. The downside is that when applied, it can leave lumps, stripes.

Before buying a product, read consumer reviews of different companies. The following funds received a high rating this year:

• Entity base coat (has good adhesion);
• Haruyama base (manicure lasts three weeks);
• CND base coat (the founder of shellac, not very affordable).

Next are the "best of the best" rubber bases: Kodi rubber base (resistant and hypoallergenic), Beautix royal base (recommended for brittle and weak nails), Ingarden ideal nails (comfortable brush, firm consistency).

Now let's look at some good camouflage bases for gel polish: Vogue nails rubber (ideal for French manicure), Bluesky rubber base cover (budget cost), Klio professional base (best combination of base and camouflage, has a high adhesion to the nail).

Maybe just such leveling products as Nano professional nanlac gum (has increased elasticity), Gloss soak gel off premium base (suitable for brittle nails) are suitable for you.

The best bases with vitamins: Masura vitamin base (suitable for beginners, does not stick), Runail professional vita base (guarantees easy application and distribution), Kapous professional lagel elastic base coat (minimizes the harmful effects of the environment).

There is nothing difficult in creating the perfect manicure, given all the nuances. It is only important to gain experience and learn how to choose quality products.

You can learn more about the base for gel polish in this video.