Why does gel polish stick poorly on nails?
A well-groomed appearance is the key to success in work, family or building new relationships. One of the main components of this concept is the ideal appearance of female hands. Classic nail polish lasts a maximum of 2 days, and loses its relevance. But the nails covered with gel polish can be in excellent condition for up to 14 days.
Peculiarities
Gel polish produced a real revolution and triumph in the cosmetic market. The unique composition of this coating provides ease of use, excellent appearance and incredible durability. A huge selection of palettes with shades allows you to create a delicate or bright, but always individual and unique design.
Due to the latest formula, the varnish reliably adheres to the nail plate. This ensures a long-lasting effect and a beautiful finish on natural nails. Subject to all the rules, the new coating should delight its owner for about 2 weeks. Many manufacturers claim the incredible durability of their products. Some types of gel can withstand wear up to 3 weeks without visible damage.
There are a number of factors that affect the longevity of a manicure. The reason may lie in the lack of experience of the master or improper use of the necessary equipment. However, the fragility of the gel polish on the nails may depend on the failure to comply with the safety measures of the client himself.
Incorrect application
A manicure will be short-lived if there were serious mistakes in its application. Gel polish adheres very poorly if, before applying the base, you use not a buff, but a polishing file.This is a senseless process, which subsequently has a detrimental effect on all stages of applying the product. The main purpose of using a buff is to create roughness on the nail, which contributes to better adhesion of materials.
A manicure will not last long if you apply oil to the cuticle before starting work. The oil creates a very greasy layer, it is important to use only a degreasing agent, while the oil is applied at the very end of the work. Each layer of varnish should be very thin, so you need to take a little from the bottle. Some manufacturers' varnishes may not dry out or dry unevenly with bumps. The coating can even spread out, falling into the cuticle area.
Gel polish has a composition that is different from ordinary polish, and it does not need to be shaken before applying. This can lead to the formation of bubbles on the nail plate. To make the concentrate of the product homogeneous, you just need to rotate the bottle in different directions, with smooth movements. This should be done immediately before applying the product.
Adequate drying of the coating on the nails is an important step. In this process, it is very important to time each finger or hand correctly, and to position the hand in the lamp at the correct angle. The nails should be located in the center of the lamp, where the maximum UV fixation occurs. It is best to dry the marigolds separately, but this process will take quite a long time. For this reason, many craftsmen dry only thumbs separately.
When choosing one mode or another, it is important to remember that over time, the lamp power becomes much less. LED lamps, unlike ultraviolet lamps, do not lose their strength due to the presence of LEDs.
It is also necessary to pay attention to the fact that the master fixes the edges of the nail well when applying all the necessary means. This is due to the technical properties of the manicure accessories. If the end of the nail is poorly sealed, then when moisture gets in, the gel will begin to deform. After a short time, this will lead to flaking of all materials. It is important to dry the top coat well. This will allow you to more securely fix all the work and give your nails a beautiful shine and shine.
It must be remembered that serious illnesses can affect the flaking of the coating from the nails. Intolerance to foreign materials can be caused by diabetes mellitus, kidney or heart disease.
Sloppy handling of the coating
Gel polish peels off quickly if the nail plate itself is wet. Due to the properties of the product on such nails, it will not last long, even if all the rules were followed. If the nail polish peels off at the tip, most likely, the nail plate was cut very shortly, and the craftsman was unable to seal the nail polish at the end.
Thin and damaged nails from birth or from prolonged build-up and gel polish often show up as chips and cracks. Low quality top coat will also affect the quality of the manicure.
Do not immerse your hands in water after a new manicure, as long-term stay of gel polish in water is not recommended. Frequent washing of dishes without protective gloves or regular use of the pool can negatively affect the quality of your manicure.
You need to take care of your manicure. Do not try to pick something out or pry with your nails. Such manipulations will permanently damage beautiful nails in a matter of seconds. It is worth using gloves to protect the gel polish from the aggressive effects of household chemicals.
You should not try to correct the shape of the nail yourself. This will lead to the fact that the layer with which the end is sealed will be cut off, and a detachment of the gel polish will appear. When removing the cuticle, it is very easy to damage the top coat. To remove it, it is better to use a special emollient that will not damage the colored coating.
It is also important to remove old varnish correctly. If this happens on your own and at home, then you can not tear it off your nails or pick with metal objects. There are special gel polish removers that help speed up the process. The cotton wool soaked in the solution is applied to the varnish, wrapped in foil and left in this form for 20 minutes. After this time, the gel polish will only have to be carefully removed with an orange stick.
Experts recommend wearing a manicure for about 2 weeks. This is the optimal period when there is good adhesion of all funds on the nail plate, and the color has its original shade. Manicure must be treated very carefully, and then it will serve its due date.
Poor quality varnish
The quality of the gel polish itself can also affect the type of manicure. It is important to check the brand and manufacturer, choose only trusted companies. It is also worth paying attention to the brush and the texture of the product itself. If the brush already looks bad from the beginning, then this is a good reason to refuse to use or buy this product.
If the varnish has a non-uniform consistency and exfoliates, then most often this indicates non-observance of the terms and conditions of storage. When choosing an unknown brand, it is important to study the country of origin and the color characteristics of the product at least on a palette of samples.
If to obtain a rich shade it is necessary to apply more than 3 layers of a colored coating, then the use and purchase of such a product must be abandoned. Consider the cost of products, very cheap products are unlikely to impress with their quality and durability.
How to avoid problems?
There are several rules which must be observed when using gel polish.
- Do not apply cream before a manicure.
- It is better to purchase an additional care product. This can be a topcoat that does not need an UV lamp. This tool is recommended to be periodically applied to the nails, as it significantly extends the life of the manicure.
- You need to understand the composition of gel polishes. Some of them will not dry in UV lamps. It is important to dry each coat for a long time.
- The use of a single phase gel should be avoided. It lacks base and top. Such coverage can last only a couple of days due to its extreme fragility. It is worth using three-phase means and asking your master about it.
- It is important to correct the manicure in a timely manner at home or in the salon.
- It is necessary to take breaks from using gel polish. At this time, the nails need to arrange restorative procedures using special creams and coatings with a healing effect.
- You should not do a manicure on the days of the menstrual cycle. The body can reject foreign material even if it is of very good quality.
- It is important to take good care of your manicure: do not pick metal and hard objects, do not bang your nails on a hard surface.
- You don't need to save money on your appearance. It is worth contacting experienced craftsmen and well-known salons that enjoy a good reputation.
- The master should answer all the client's questions and give recommendations for hand care.
- After the allotted time, it is better to remove the coating from a specialist. The period of wearing a gel manicure should not exceed 14 days.
Which gel polish to choose?
Since ancient times, manicure has been very popular among many peoples of the world. Beautiful and well-groomed marigolds speak of the taste and grooming of their owner. In order for the gel polish to last for a long time and not fade, it is better to choose high-quality and proven manufacturers.
Novice craftsmen should choose products with a sticky layer. They create the best adhesion of all materials and ensure a longer service life of the manicure. When working with gels with a sticky layer, it is important to remember about the time the nails are in the lamp.Excessive drying can lead to cracking of the coating.
Gels without a sticky layer are very easy to use and do not give a yellow color compared to the first option. They have a more liquid consistency and are suitable for experienced craftsmen. According to experts, it is best not to use a single phase gel. It is very whimsical to apply, and not as durable as a three-phase product.
In general, the reviews of the masters are positive about most of the famous brands of gel polishes. For example, the professionals recommend using Shellac. This is the name of a product from a very famous brand for the production of gel polishes. This coating is perfectly applied and does not need special degreasing. It is perfectly removed from the nail plate and does not require much effort. Masters note only a few drawbacks: the varnish has a small color palette, mainly of red shades, and is quite expensive, which affects the price of manicure.
Important! Most masters recommend using all products from one brand. This ensures better adhesion of all components and a long service life.
Many customers prefer gels from Color Couture. Gel polishes of this brand are distinguished by high durability and a variety of shades. The masters and gel varnishes of the TNL company are chosen. They differ in budget cost and good quality characteristics.
Some professional nail designers buy Kodi Professional to work. This gel polish has a rich palette of shades and different packaging volumes. However, the masters note the very liquid consistency of the product. In small salons, Bluesky Shellac is often chosen for work. This is the Chinese analogue of American gel polishes. It has a very low cost, a huge palette of colors, and adheres perfectly to nails. The only drawback of this coating is the difficulty in removing it.
Each brand has merits and demerits. Each craftsman and consumer chooses the most convenient option for him. Much depends on the experience and careful operation of the coating.
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