Gel nails, when applied correctly, are not harmful to your health because they do not damage natural nails and are ideal for those with weak and brittle nails. Furthermore, it may even be the solution for those who have a habit of biting their nails, because the gel works as a protective layer.
Gel nails are made by applying a layer of nail gel onto the original nail and then placing your hands in a small device that emits ultraviolet light to dry. When dry, you can paint it any color and not even nail polish remover or acetone are able to remove gel nail polish.
It is recommended that people go to the manicure regularly to maintain their gel nails, as as the nail grows, the gel must be reapplied.
How to put
Gel nails should preferably be applied in a salon by a trained professional. In general, installing gel nails follows the following steps:
- File the nail and cut so that all nails are uniform in size;
- If you want to extend a nail, a mold is placed on the nail;
- Apply the gel over the nail or mold;
- Place your hand in a device with ultraviolet or LED light for about 2 minutes to dry;
- Once dry, the nail must be filed again to obtain the desired shape;
- Apply the nail polish desired by the person.
Although it is recommended that the gel nail be applied in the salon, it is possible to apply it at home as long as you have a complete gel nail kit, which consists of the device with UV or LED light, the gel, the nail polish and the remover. .
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of gel nails is their durability, so the color of the nail polish can last up to 5 weeks, not coming off even when common nail polish removal is carried out or if it comes into contact with cleaning products, for example.
On the other hand, depending on the size of the nail, it may be difficult to carry out some daily activities. Furthermore, it is necessary to carry out regular maintenance, as as the nail grows, the gel needs to be replaced.
How to remove gel nails
Gel nails must be removed in the salon, as it is necessary to apply a specific product to remove the gel, avoiding damage to the nails.
It is not recommended to try to remove gel nails at home, as this can damage them, making them more brittle and weak.
