Gel polish, why do you want to use this?
Do you also always see those beautiful, well-groomed hands and nails passing by, and then you think, I want that too. Do you yourself suffer from nails that always break or nail polish that is completely chipped after a day of wearing? Then gel polish is the perfect solution for you! And you don't necessarily have to go to the salon for it, but you can also just do this at home.
But what is gel polish?
Gel polish or gel nail polish is a combination of substances that you have to harden under a UV/LED lamp. This keeps the polish on your nails for at least 2 weeks. An advantage of gel polish is that it is not harmful to your nails. The polish is also more resistant to scratches and bumps, which means your nails are less likely to break. Gel polish is much thicker than nail polish, and it takes some getting used to at first. You can also use gel polish on both natural nails and artificial nails. Gel polish is also a soak off product. This means that you let the product soak off your nails instead of filing it off. Always make sure that gel polish is removed correctly, otherwise you still run the risk of damaging your nail.
Okay, that all sounds good, but what are the real pros and cons?
The benefits:
- Gel polish stays perfect on your fingernails for at least 2 weeks and on your toenails for up to 6 weeks.
- Gel polish is much more resistant to scratches or bumps than nail polish, which means your nails will break less quickly.
- Gel polish is not harmful to the natural nail.
- The gel polish is dry when it has hardened under the lamp. So you no longer have to wave your hands for half an hour like with nail polish.
- It also smells less than regular nail polish.
- You can create fantastic nail art with it, so you can enjoy your creation for longer.
- Just like with nail polish, you can choose from over hundreds of colours and glitters.
The disadvantages:
- It is a bit more expensive to buy than regular nail polish. If you want to use gel polish you will first need a UV/LED lamp, a degreaser, lint-free wipes, a base coat, a color of your choice and a top coat.
- It does take a little extra time to apply and remove.
Conclusion:
It is a small investment in money and time, because a manicure will easily take you an hour. But in return, you will enjoy your beautiful nails for a long time, so that little bit of extra work is definitely worth it! Are you enthusiastic? Check out the LAKKIE'S here.
