Strengthening nails under gel polish

Currently, in the world of cosmetology and nail design, there has been a steady tendency to follow fashion not to the detriment of health.. This choice is most relevant for those women who suffer from nail imperfections - thinning, delamination or fragility. To the aid of traditional means of strengthening the nails (baths with salt or herbal infusions, masks) came innovative tools - acrylic and already had time to recommend itself gel polish.

Gel Polish - a hybrid, combining all the advantages of gel and varnish, but there are differences between them. If the gel allows you to adjust the length and thickness of the nails, then the purpose of gel varnish in another is to ensure the preservation of the lacquer coating for 2-3 weeks without loss of quality. A distinctive feature of gel polish is also the fact that it must be dried under UV lamp, and even better - under LED lamp, which allows you to speed up the process to 10 seconds.

Since gel polish is applied for a long time, nails must be healthy. Otherwise, you will have to spend time and effort on the restoration of the nail plate: gel varnish will not be able to strengthen weakened nails affected by fungal, bacterial or viral diseases. Restoration of the nail plate is achieved in this case not with gel polish, for this you need a special tool for growth and strengthening of nails. Acrylic powder (quickly polymerizable powder, "cementing" nail plates) allows you to quickly impart hardness to the nail plate, but, like gel varnish, does not have a therapeutic effect.

Every woman knows that nails need to be strengthened before and after extension, as well as after removing gel polish.

To make the nails resistant, many people use gel and biogel. The composition of these materials is not identical: The gel is characterized by hardness, combined with brittleness, and for biogel - strength, surprising elasticity and ease of removal. Gel strengthens natural nails; applied in a thin layer, it creates a solid foundation for a variety of patterns or stickers. Its composition is safe because it does not provoke the thinning of the nails, and is multifunctional, providing care not only for the nail plate, but also for the cuticle.

Compared to gel, biogel is used more widely, effectively contributing to the improvement of the nail plates due to the natural composition. Biogel has practically no contraindications and will not harm people suffering from allergies.

But it also has drawbacks: biogel quickly decomposes at high temperature, under the influence of cleaning agents, solvents and alcohol-containing liquids. The vulnerability of biogel causes its adherents to take special care in everyday life, for example, to wear rubber gloves using laundry detergent.

As a strengthener, acrylic powder is usually applied under a gel polish with a pusher or a fan brush. Nails treated in this way are dried under the lamp.Women of fashion using acrylic should remember that acrylic coating does not have a therapeutic effect. It strengthens not the nails, but the lacquer coating, and this is precisely the reason for its positive effect.

A base may be used to strengthen the nail plates under the gel polish. The technique of its application is quite simple and accessible even to a beginner. In order for the lacquer coating to last longer, the product must be applied in several layers. This rule is observed, even if we use a thick base.

When using gel polish carefully choose a means to remove it. Experts always recommend buying remuver proven brands, since such funds are guaranteed to perform two functions: they easily remove the gel coat and prevent overdrying of the nail and cuticle.

Three options for removing gel polish are usually discussed:

• using a remuver;
• through wipes;
• mechanically.

In addition to the tool itself, you will need lumps of cotton, foil, sanding file and an orange stick.

The procedure is divided into three stages that do not require professional skills.

First stage - This is the removal of gloss with a grinding file. Removing the finish coat makes it easier to dissolve the gel polish. You cannot clean off the bottom layers of the nail file with a nail file; you just need to remove the decor from them, if there is one.

In the second stage nails are wrapped in foil to speed up the action of the remuver. Moisten cotton wool in it, put it on the nail, wrap a piece of foil and hold for 10-15 minutes. Foil can be replaced with special clamps.

At the final stage remove the foil by twisting it from side to side and remove the cracked coating. Clean the remains with an orange stick. With careful work, the nails are not injured.

The use of branded wrappers, ready-to-use, is a convenient, but expensive way to remove gel polish.. The procedure for their use is not difficult. We act like this:

• we cut the upper layer, which will ensure the effectiveness of the remuver;
• we use wrappers according to the enclosed instruction;
• After removing the wrappers, remove the residual gel polish with an orange stick.

Professionals disapprove of removing gel polish at home with a milling cutter or rough file. The problem is that using the cutter requires skills that only an experienced master has. For this reason, an inept attempt to mechanically get rid of the lacquer coating usually results in damage to the nail plate.

The competitiveness of the gel polish is due to the combination in it of the strength of the modeling gel, ease of procedure and safety of the components. It includes: photoinitiator, film former, pigments, thinners, plasticity additives, thickening agents, gloss. If you care about your health, choose a varnish without formaldehyde and toluene.

Types of gel varnishes can be classified according to their composition and method of application. There are 3 types of gel polishes: single phase, two phase and three phase. Single-phase gel polish has the properties of the base, color coating and fixative. Due to its versatility, it is applied in 1-2 layers. The two-phase gel varnish consisting of a color varnish and a fixer is applied in 2 layers. Three-phase gel varnish involves the application of 3 layers: the base, color coating and fixative.

Despite the generally recognized safety of gel polish, it should not be considered absolutely harmless: after removing the lacquer coating, the professional should evaluate the structure of the nails. If deformations are found, the most reasonable step is to take a break between the procedures. During this period, you can strengthen the nails with a special varnish with calcium.

In the color plan, the reinforcing agents correspond to the modern fashion trends and satisfy the most sophisticated tastes. The line of products with a predominance of delicate natural shades allows you to make a manicure, emphasizing the currently fashionable naturalness: It can be transparent, translucent or contain a low-key but attractive design.

Among the means to strengthen the nails today are leading brands such as "Smart Enamel", Eveline and Trind.

"Smart enamel"- this is a unique product line that heals both the nail plate and the cuticle, providing therapeutic and cosmetic and cosmetic effects. It does not contain formaldehyde and toluene, only useful natural ingredients (vitamins, trace elements and vegetable oils) that provide complete restoration of the nail Additional bonuses of the products of this line - 36 exquisite shades, quick drying of varnish, comfortable brush, durability of the coating. Those women who have tried this brand, safely put it 5.

Polish brand Eveline Cosmetics firmly entrenched in the cosmetics market due to the highest quality products and well-thought-out marketing policy. Well established brand oil for nails and cuticles Eveline with avocado extract and vitamin complex (score 4.2). The multivitamin preparation from Eveline to strengthen soft exfoliated nails “SOS Nail TherapyWith calcium and collagen.

Dutch company Trind develops unique high-performance nail care products that take into account the natural structure of the nail plate and cuticle. Brand manufacturers do not rely on masking a cosmetic defect or a quick solution to a problem, but on a genuine restoration of the nail plate. Product line Trind includes a glossy firming effect “Trind Nail Revive Natural"And with matt"Trind Nail Revive Matt"Vitamins for nails"Trind nail balsam". Professionals and lovers of nail service give positive feedback on the products of this company when used after gel coating.

For the sake of economy, many women decide to independently master the art of applying a resistant manicure at home. In addition to basic skills, you will need a complete set of necessary equipment, a set of special tools and an idea of ​​what the gel nail polish technique is.

Today, ready-made kit for gel manicure is easy to buy. In spite of the fact that the choice is wide enough, one should proceed from the complete set of the set, which includes:

• primer;
• the foundation;
• files and buffs;
• topcoat;
• color coatings;
• orange stick;
• means for removing the upper sticky layer;
• auxiliary materials for removing the old coating (foil, cotton).

To dry each layer you will need UV- or LED-lamp. It should be noted that manufacturers offer devices that significantly differ in both standard parameters and in a number of additional characteristics. In order not to make mistakes when choosing a lamp, consult a professional before purchasing.

Beautiful manicure at home can be done by adhering to a hard algorithm that determines the content and sequence of procedures. Move in steps:

• correct the shape of the nail;
• move the cuticle;
• remove traces of grease and dirt from the nail plates;
• use a primer;
• put a basis;
• apply 2-3 coats of colored varnish;
• cover dried layers with a finishing gel;
• remove the top sticky layer;
• soften the cuticle with a special oil;
• Dry each layer under a UV or LED lamp.

When working with gel polish do not forget that the technology of its application must be strictly observed. Otherwise, the coating will not last the time promised by the manufacturer: there will be exfoliation, chipped or cracked, which may push you to update it early. However, frequent manicure leads to damage to the nail plate, which provokes undesirable painful consequences.

In the process of using gel polish, experts recommend step by step to follow the instructions with which you can always ensure the safety and beauty of the manicure. The following rules must be observed:

• Nail plates thoroughly cleaned and degreased.
• Use primer in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Before the procedure, abandon wet manicure or paraffin therapy, otherwise you can not avoid detachment of the lacquer coating.
• To apply a decorative covering on nails in 2-3 layers that will rescue it from various kinds of deformations: blistering, displacement, roughness.
• To prevent deformation, carefully treat the ends of the nail plate with a primer and varnish.
• To dry each put layer under a lamp. Drying time varies depending on the type and power of the lamp.
• Put a thicker base under the dark gel polish, otherwise the nail surface will turn yellow.
• Do not use acetone containing nail polish remover.
• Remove gel polish from the same manufacturer as the decorative coating.
• Try not to cut the main layer of gel polish.
• Regularly nourish the cuticle with special oil.

Many women noticed that after a persistent manicure the nails become too soft and brittle, the regrown part of the nail exfoliates and comes off. There are recipes that improve the condition of nails, which are very convenient to use at home.

One of the most popular is garlic varnish. Put 2 finely chopped cloves of garlic into a vial of ordinary clear varnish, draw the mixture for 7-10 days, then apply it daily on damaged nails, removing the old layer. This composition strengthens and disinfects the nail plate, accelerates their growth. Its disadvantage is perceived as a noticeable garlic smell, which disappears in about an hour.

Nail baths with sea salt, lemon juice and iodine have a slight therapeutic effect. This method is good for the prevention of brittle nails.

Softening the nail plate is not the only unpleasant consequence of a modern, persistent manicure. Some wonder why nails hurt after all the salon tricks. The main causes of discomfort are:

• nail plate injury;
• a fungal disease that appeared against the background of weakened nails;
• brought infections;
• hormonal disorders or vitamin deficiency, lack of calcium and silicon;
• ingrown nail;
• non-professional work of the master, the use of low-quality materials.

For each individual problem has its own solutions. In case of a mechanical injury, it will take time and care to restore the nail with nourishing creams and oils. The more serious the situation, the longer it will take, on average, not less than a month.

Fungal and infectious diseases should be treated by a specialist; hike in the clinic can not be avoided. With hormonal disorders and ingrown nails should also consult a doctor, but with vitamin deficiency can cope on their own. There are many vitamin-mineral complexes for improving the condition of hair and nails. Full nutrition and harmonious rhythm of life also work wonders.

Today, lovers of beautiful manicure are well-versed in the products offered on the market. Trying to find the best material, they are justifiably turning to the top ten manufacturers' products, because the market valuation is based on feedback from people who have experienced the advertised properties of materials, their ability to protect nails and are well aware of the criteria that should guide their choice. fashionable in the nail service product.

Among the manufacturers of gel varnishes today, American brands stand out, whose products are of high quality, guaranteed safety, an original formula, a rich color palette and a fairly high price (Kodi, Jessica Geleration, PNB, CND). At the same time, the high quality of European and Asian brands is unanimously noted: In this market segment premium items are occupied by the goods of a German company. OPI and Japanese manufacturer Masura.

Due to affordable prices and variety of colors, Chinese manufacturers are gaining more and more popularity: Bluesky, Cannl, Cristina. Domestic brands also deservedly enjoy the confidence of customers due to their democratic pricing and high quality products. Among them, according to a number of quality criteria, such well-known manufacturers as RuNail and "Aurelia".

In the next video - a master class on nail strengthening under gel polish.