Gel nail lamps: UV vs LED?

Do you often get a lot of questions about the lamps used in manicure? After all we have talked about the gel application, we should also be clarified with the lamps. Because if you don’t have curing down it doesn’t matter how awesome your application and your nail are, it’s all going to come off. And we definitely don’t want that for ourselves or our clients.

• The first question is: What's the difference?

Here is a picture of a traditional UV lamp. It’s probably the most common that you’ll see especially if you’re just starting out or if you’re looking for a cheap type of lamp. This is the very original one. What a traditional UV lamp really is, is a CFL UV lamp CFL means compact fluorescent. And there is also CCFL which means cool cathode or cool compact. And the fluorescent bulbs in it are what makes it work. This fluorescent light bulb emits a portion of the spectrum of UV light. So with this, you can cure the gels. This lamp was usually used about ten years ago.

But now days, LED has completely taken over. It has a different type of light bulb inside. And LED stands for light emitting diode. You may find some of the LED bulbs have different colors, some are yellow some are transparent. That’s because they have different style of dome over the bulb to spread the light and also to protect the bulbs.

And what important is this is also UV lamp. So you can see the difference, CFL lamps and LED lamps are both UV lamps but with different bulbs. And they both cure gel polish.

• So why are CFL lamps are replaced by LED lamps?

1. LED UV lamps are able to emit the full spectrum of light needed to cure both traditional gels and the newer LED formulas and so they can cure all the gels. So you don’t need to replace the bulbs to cure specific gels. And you can expect it to last five years or more and it almost never lose power.

2. You don’t need to replace the bulbs in LED lamps.

The bulbs in CFL lamps usually need to be changed after six months, because they lose their ability to cure. And LED lamps don’t have that problem.

  3. LED lamps take less time to cure the gels.

How do we choose the right UV nail lamp:

In the past CFL lamps could take up to five minutes to cure traditional gels. But LED lamps with that focus very high penetrating type of light that’s going into the gel, they only need up to 1 minute to cure the gels. So LED lamps not only do faster but also better job.

But because LED lamps doesn’t glow as much as CFL lamps. It’s very focused. So you have to ensure that the number of LED bulbs to be more but also arranged properly, even on the sides. 

• what wattage led lamp do i need for gel nails?

About 36 watts.

the wattage of lamps is divided into 9 watts, 18 watts, 36 watts, 42 watts, the higher the wattage nail hardening speed is faster, but you need to check the relevant information before using.

The light of the nail lamp belongs to the long-wave ultraviolet light, generally does not produce serious damage to the skin, but it does make the skin tanned, aging.

Although it is harmless to take a short time to cure, you should always pay attention to the maintenance of your hands. It is best to apply sunscreen and then do your manicure

Pastel nail polish can form a variety of combinations, try it out, maybe you can combine it with unexpected and breathtaking works! For more infprmation about the Color Nail Gel, please read the following words.

• Why is Color nail polish used by so many people?

• How to identify the color of nail polish?

• How does the applied nail polish last longer?

Why is Color nail polish used by so many people?

Nail care is an important part of female beauty. Beauty loving women always like to paint their long nails with bright red nail polish. To show the charm of slender hands. However, before beautifying the nails, the nails should be retouched. The first is to remove the old nail polish. Dip a cotton pad into the nail polish remover and rub it several times from the bottom of the nail to the tip to remove it completely. This can also cause old nail polish to seep into the epidermis or environment, then use the manicure tool to trim the shape of the nail. When you're done, dip your hands in soapy water to soften the crust. Then use a towel to carefully clean the fingers and between the fingers and at the same time press the fingers slowly to bring the skin close to the nails. If necessary, use scissors and small tweezers to remove thorns and jagged dead skin at the nail base.

How to identify the color of nail polish?

We all know that color is a visual reaction produced by light acting on the human eye. The reason why people form a sense of color is due to the light, and different colors may appear when illuminated by different light.

Since there are subtle differences between different color numbers of nail polish, in order to accurately assess the color of nail polish, it is necessary to test the color of nail polish. The traditional color evaluation method of nail polish mainly relies on direct visual observation of the human eye. Due to the influence of the observation light source environment, observation angle, and subjective psychological factors of observation, the evaluation results of nail polish color will be biased. In order to evaluate the color of nail polish more objectively and accurately, the color of nail polish can be detected in a standard light source box.

How does the applied nail polish last longer?

1.Wash your hands with soap before use or wipe your nails with alcohol swabs to remove grease.

Second, apply a layer of light oil before painting, then apply 1-2 layers of colored nail polish to ensure each layer is dry before applying the next layer.

3.After the colored nail polish is dried, finally apply light oil;

Note: When brushing, leave some space (0.5-1mm) on both sides of the nails, the nail polish applied to the skin must be scraped off, and then use transparent water or an abrasion-resistant water seal layer so that the edges are not easy to warp.

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The ingredients of ordinary nail gel generally consist of two categories, one is composed of solid ingredients, mainly pigments, glossy substances, etc.; the other consists of liquid solvent components, mainly acetone, ethyl acetate phthalate, formaldehyde.

• What are the different classifications and functions of nail gel?

• How to choose color nail gel?

• How to remove nail gel?

What are the other uses of nail gel?

There are some loose screws, how did you deal with it here? Just remove the square screws, next, apply a coat of clear nail gel to the ends of the screws and quickly screw them into the grooves, the polish will act as an interior trim to glue them together. Aside from bonding, another cool use is polish on outdoor furniture, which prevents rust, prevents rain from scouring, and keeps those screws looking new and good. If there is a torn or punctured window screen, there is no need to replace it, because repairing it is very simple, just apply clear nail gel on the front and back of the torn screen and blow dry it with a hair dryer. Maybe the repair wasn't perfect.

How to choose color nail gel?

Given a whole shelf of nail gel, aside from the color, where do you choose?

Here are some highlights for your reference:

1.When buying, remove the nail gel brush to see if it drips smoothly over the brush in the form of water drops. If the flow is very slow, this means that the nail gel bottle is too thick and not easy to wipe evenly.

2.When the brush is removed, press the bottle opening left and right to test the elasticity of the bristles.

3. Try to choose nail gel with thin bristles that are easier to apply (compare the bristles of different nail gel brands).

4.When the brush is filled with nail gel and removed, the brush still retains a slender shape at the end, indicating that the brush is good and some become very thick.

5. Look at the production date.

How to remove nail gel?

1. Use nail gel remover to remove

Volatile organic solvents in nail gel remover can help dissolve and remove nail gel.

2. Use cleaning oil to remove

To remove the finished nails, we can use cleaning oil. First, apply a thin layer of makeup remover to your lacquered nails, then wait about 3 to 5 minutes before slowly rubbing with something hard. Finally, gently wipe with a cotton pad and wipe off. Rinse your hands with water.

3. Use hairspray to remove

Hairspray and nail gel contain the same chemical ingredients. Do not leave the hairspray on too long, otherwise it will dry out on the nails. It hurts the nails and leaves unsightly marks.

4. Use toothpaste to remove

All you need is a dab of toothpaste and then an old toothbrush or paper towel to wipe off the nail gel. In general, white toothpaste is best for removing nail gel.

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How to get a healthy manicure?

Many girls have the habit of getting a regular manicure, but if it is not done properly or too often, it can be harmful to the health of your nails.

Hazards of frequent manicure

1. Thinning of nails after polishing

The nail will be polished first, resulting in thinner, softer nails and damaged nail enamel. After the nails become thin, they will be easily infected by fungus. Many people use their hands to peel off the nail polish when the nail polish is not completely off, so the surface layer of the nail will also be damaged.

2, easy to get infected

Some street stores hygiene is not up to standard. Nail services there have many problems, such as used towels, tweezers, clippers and other tools, can't get frequent disinfection. Using unclean tools, customers can easily be infected with ringworm, gray nails, nail fungus, hepatitis and other diseases.

3, poor quality nail polish is harmful to the human body

Many nail salons use cheap nail polish, poor quality nail polish will make the nail surface pigmentation, dry, yellow, brittle, dull, and with irritating odor, also has a negative impact on human health.

How should I do my manicure?

1.  Choose your nail salon carefully. be sure to use the proper business production of nail polish.

   
   

2.  reduce the frequency of manicure. The nail growth cycle is normally an average of 0.1mm per day.

3. The average daily nail growth cycle is 0.1mm, and a healthy and intact nail is usually trimmed once every 7 to 11 days. If you do nails for a long time, the chemical elements in the nail polish will affect the growth of the nails, it is recommended to do a manicure once a month, remove it and then do a new one after a week. The nails will be allowed to have a break in between 5~10 days to maintain the natural beauty of the nails.

   
   

4. After doing a manicure, you can use alcohol to disinfect your nails to avoid bacterial.

   
   

5. If you do nail art in summer, it is better to do semi-paste or French style, and try to remove the nails within three weeks.

   
   

6. After removing the nail, you can apply moisturizing cream or cuticle oil. Cuticle Oil can nourish the nail contour and help to get rid of cuticles. Or soak your nails in extra virgin olive oil for 10-15 minutes to help strengthen damaged, fragile or easily broken nails.

Cat eye nail manicure has always been very popular.

because it's simple and beautiful! It is called "cat's eye manicure" because it looks like a cat's eye.

Here is the tutorial for cat eye nail manicure

Preparation  

Trim the nail shape with a trimmer, followed by lightly sanding the nail surface with a sponge thumb and sweeping up the dust from the sanding with a dust brush.

Apply cat eye gel.

Apply cat eye gel, Please note that the cat eye gel does not need to be applied too thickly, and only one layer is needed.And, you need to start modeling immediately after applying the cat eye gel. Do not cure it before modeling

Modeling

when using magnet, you can use one or two pieces, the combination of two pieces will show different effects;

We have gathered for you 8 common looks of cat eye nail manicure.

Base coat nail polishes Help Prevent Staining: Base coat nail polishes generally help prevent any possible staining, especially darker nail polish shades, but some primers work extra in anti-stain. For more information of the Base Coat nail polish, please read the following words.

• What are the benefits of using Base Coat nail polish?

• What is the difference between top coat nail polish and base coat nail polish?

• Why do we need to use Base Coat nail polish?

What are the benefits of using Base Coat nail polish?

1. Using Base Coat nail polish will actually reduce wear and tear:

Correct application of all steps is the key to making nail polish last. Be sure to start with prepped nails and then apply an even coat of Base Coat nail polish, this will give the best adhesion of subsequent nail polishes that add extra color and ensure less chipping!

2. Base Coat nail polish helps prevent staining:

Base Coat nail polish often helps prevent any staining that may occur, especially darker nail polish shades. But some Base Coat nail polishes do extra in terms of stain resistance. Some high-quality Base Coat nail polishes, like these days, contain antioxidant-rich lotus oil and bamboo extracts to help brighten nails that may have stained and help prevent future stains.

What is the difference between top coat nail polish and base coat nail polish?

It is better not to use them interchangeably. Although they look similar, the two products are designed to do different things. The base coat nail polish is usually thicker and sticky, which helps nail polish adhere better. They contain more resin to increase the strength of the nails. The top coat nail polish is thinner and contains more ingredients, which can form a durable surface on the nail. They are designed to increase strength, dry quickly and protect polishes from daily wear. Some products provide the convenience of combining the two products, which combines the adhesion of primer and the protection of finish.

Why do we need to use Base Coat nail polish?

1. Use primer nail polish for added strength:

Weak nails use Base Coat nail polish for extra support. Base Coat nail polish provides harder, stronger, longer nails that work by adding layers of strength and support where needed.

2. Use Base Coat nail polish to help achieve full color coverage:

Base Coat nail polish prevents stains, adds strength and smoothness, and as a whole, base coat nail polish really is the key to letting your nail polish's true color shine!

Be sure to use any color after applying the top coat nail polish in the last step. What is the difference between Base Coat nail polish and Top Coat nail polish? OTop Coat nail polish is the key to a high gloss manicure. They keep the color true during normal wear and ensure the manicure is long lasting.

1: "Poly gel" also known as extension gel, or false nails. Even if your nails are short, you can make longer false nails with poly gel. On extension nails, you can do the same nail art style as on regular nails.

2：Acrylic nails are an extension on your natural nail. In order for them to be applied, your natural nail bed is filed down to create a rough surface for the glue to be able to adhere the nail extension. This will be shaped and buffed, and then painted with either regular or gel polish.

3：It sticks to your nails and hardens over time, lasting 3 to 4 weeks. It has the advantage of being suitable for people with fragile nails. However, at the same time, if it is not removed properly, it may harm the original nail.

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