What is its main feature everyone knows - in a long sock. But not everyone knows how to get the most out of gel polish. That is why, when girls fall into the hands of an amateur master or start trying to cover their nails on their own, problems begin.

In order to save a little, or start making money on it on their own, the girls massively began to leave their salon masters and try to carry out the procedure at home. At best, they go to one-day courses and master the short course "Covering nails with gel polish" for relatively little money. In the worst case, fashionistas try to reproduce the actions of the master from memory. Without understanding the essence of most of the actions of a manicurist, you can devalue this or that stage, not attach importance to it, or, simply, not notice the details. This is where the errors start.

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Is this remedy harmful?

There is an opinion that gel polish strengthens nails. This is not entirely true.

Nails, indeed, do not break under the gel and grow long. But, this happens not because the product formula contains useful trace elements and vitamins, but due to a dense multi-layer coating.

The usual monochromatic coating implies a minimum of 4 layers of preparations.

It is important to know that during pregnancy, lactation, or during the exacerbation of certain diseases, problems may arise in the wearing of gel polish: chips, “sliding”, cracking.

Sometimes, in such cases, the coating is easily removed from the nail with a film, without much effort. It is worth repeating attempts several times over time, trying to apply gel polish from another master, experimenting with brands. If the result does not change, you better abandon the idea and come to terms with the fact that this method of decorative coating does not suit you due to the individual characteristics of the organism.

What to Consider

The price of such a manicure varies and can differ significantly in salons of different classes. In any case, the cost is many times cheaper if it is produced independently.

Inconveniences that may arise if you plan to cover yourself:

1. It is inconvenient to perform the procedure on your own.
2. Large time costs: while one hand is drying in the lamp, we cannot do anything with the other and just wait. And if we also dry 1 nail separately, it will take a decent amount of time.
3. Immediately you need to purchase materials for a decent amount.
4. Lack of novelty. Masters constantly attend master classes, where they learn the latest trends in this industry and offer fashionable novelties to customers;
5. Relax and enjoy the procedure in the salon will not work. Claims are also not possible. Now you are two in one: both the master and the client.
6. Most material will expire before you use it. This is a sad fact.

Required Tools

So, if you decide to cover your nails with gel polish (and remove it later), you will need:

1. Lamp with ultraviolet light;
2. a set of coatings: colored gel polish, base coat, top coat;
3. degreaser;
4. lint-free wipes;
5. several nail files;
6. brush-estimate;
7. cotton pads;
8. alcohol;
9. cuticle oil;
10. acetone/removal;
11. foil / special caps for fingers.

This list includes only fixed assets and appliances. There are many auxiliary fluids that are used in specific individual cases. Feel free to ask sellers for advice. So, especially brittle or bending nails require additional fluids to be applied to the nail. They provide rigidity to the nail plate.

The best manufacturing companies

Today there are dozens of competing firms. The most known to the masses: "Kodi", "Creator" "Naomi", "Harmony", "Fox", "My nail", "Le vole", "Yre", "Shellac".

The most convenient to use, practical to wear and rich in color solutions, American-made CND gel polish. Shellac.

His name was the first to sound loudly in the CIS countries and became for many a synonym for the concept of "gel polish". Due to the expensive cost, not all masters could afford it. There are many options available that vary greatly in price. It was then that this procedure began to gain momentum in the salon business.

There are really many analogues. There are very worthy competitors. But, nevertheless, in some way each of them is inferior. And, if you ask any nail service master what material he would prefer to work on, his answer, of course, will be “Shellac”.

Application rules

1. Careful hygienic manicure. It is necessary to remove irregularities and extra formations on the surface of the nail plate. If errors are made at this stage, all further work will not bring us desired result. If you find it difficult to do this item - go to the master.
2. We remove the top layer of the nail plate with a nail file of the most gentle abrasiveness. You just need to remove the "gloss" of the nail. No need to be afraid to damage the nail, if done correctly, it is completely harmless.
3. We brush off all the smallest dust particles after sawdust. You can wipe your nails with a lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol. Then we apply a degreasing and dehydrating agent (bonder / primer). There are a lot of varieties, each brand offers its own version. The sales assistant will help you make the right choice.
4. We apply the first layer. This will be the base coat, that's what it's called. It is a transparent viscous substance. It must be applied in a thin layer. We start the brush under the very cuticle and the side parts of the nail.
5. Cover with a layer of color. Everything happens exactly like the previous stage. But, the colored gel has a more liquid consistency, you need to take this into account and control the drop on the brush. Distribute the layer evenly.
6. 2 points depend on how liquid and saturated with color pigment a particular varnish is.
   First: how many layers to apply.
   Second: cover all the nails of one hand at once or one or two at a time. If we see that the varnish spreads quickly and is difficult to control, we apply one nail at a time and send it to dry in a lamp for 2 minutes.

   If the color is very translucent, be prepared that you may need to cover with color not 2, as in most cases, but 3 times.

7. We fix the color with a top coat. It is also transparent. The consistency is more similar to colored gel polishes. It will protect your color layer from exposure. external environment and give it an amazing shine. Only after this stage, the color really opens up and begins to play and shimmer in the sun.
8. We remove sticky layer. To do this, it is enough to wipe the nails with alcohol using a napkin.
9. Rub in nourishing oil. At the same time, the skin of the cuticle is saturated with useful elements, and the coating begins to shine even more.

How to save money

1. Buy bottles of small packaging and with a maximum shelf life. Large ones will disappear, you will not have time to use them.
2. Do not leave open vials in direct sunlight. UV light will begin to dry the substance, as a result of which the gel polish will lose its uniformity, lumps and plates will appear. It can be safely thrown away.
3. Change the bulbs of your drying lamp periodically. Masters with a large flow of clients do this once every six months. Well, you can do it every year and a half.
4. Keep debris out of bottles and brushes. Cover open materials, carefully remove dust after washing down, wipe the necks of gel bottles.
5. Don't skimp on lint-free wipes. If the brush "collects" villi and hairs, then you will never be able to catch them from the bottle.
6. It is very economical and much more convenient to apply all types of coatings used in the procedure using special flat brushes. Each type has its own brush. They are washed in a special liquid after each use.
7. Pour the products used in small drops on the palette. The vials can be tightly closed and completely eliminate any adverse effects on the product.

Secrets of long-term wear

• In no case do not touch the skin when applying layers. If this happens, wipe everything off with a lint-free cloth and do the procedure again. If this is not done, then the next day the gel polish will begin to lag behind the skin and pull the entire layer with it. The skin constantly releases water and oil, which will repel the coating.
• We do hand massage using cream only at the very end, when all layers have dried in the lamp. IN classic manicure this stage precedes the coating of the nail with color. After the massage, the nails are simply wiped with alcohol and varnish is applied.

It is very important to "seal" the free edge of the nail. That is, when the plate is already evenly covered with any of the layers, brush over the tip before sending it to the lamp.

• After the procedure, it is advisable not to wet your hands for 2 hours. During this time, all layers reach maximum adhesion to each other.
• Protect your nails from hard blows. If they are long enough, you can not only damage the integrity of the coating, but also break the nail itself.

You can not file a nail covered with gel polish. So the layers become open to air, moisture and other influences. Integrity is broken, and detachments begin.

• We do not use abrasive products and aggressive detergents without gloves.
• We make corrections on time. Gel polish wear lasts 2-5 weeks, individually. During this time, the nail grows significantly. This type of nails does not bring aesthetic pleasure. And our goal was to maintain a beautiful manicure. In addition, girls whose nails break when they reach a certain length have a chance to simply break their nails without waiting for correction.
• Correctly and carefully remove the coating during the correction.

If during the correction you notice a yellowish tint of the nail plate, it is worth taking a break (respite) between the coatings. Rub regularly for a month healthy oils, make baths from homemade "sea water".

• If the nails under the gel polish still look quite presentable, and only the lack of the previous shine is embarrassing, you can wipe the nails with alcohol, a degreaser, dry them in a lamp and apply a base coat.

With the help of which not only maintains a well-groomed appearance of their hands, but also shows individuality. Unfortunately, the coating on the nails lasts no more than a week, in addition, it can be smeared before it dries. Therefore, it is necessary to update the manicure very often, which is quite tiring. Gel polish helps solve the problem. The photo below shows how the nails look after such a procedure.

Applying gel polish is easy, and since a UV lamp is used for drying, you don’t have to worry that the coating will smear. In addition, gel polish forms a strong base for nails, which protects them from damage and makes it possible to grow faster. Decorative coating with gel polish for a long time retains its appearance, does not fade over time, scratches are not formed on it. The technology for applying gel polish is simple, the main thing is to take into account some important points.

What is gel polish?

Gel polish has a peculiar structure, due to drying under an ultraviolet lamp, it turns into a durable coating that is not subject to damage and abrasion. Currently, many companies produce gel polishes, the difference between which is polymerization time, viscosity, amount of color pigment, etc.

Durability, strength, simple application technology are the reason why this type of manicure, such as gel polish, is becoming more and more popular among women. The photo shows that the color range of such varnishes is quite diverse, from traditional to extraordinary tones.

The coating applied to the nails dries under the influence of ultraviolet rays in a lamp for two to four minutes. The drying time depends on the consistency of the product and the power of the lamp.

Advantages

Among the advantages of such a coating, one can note its durability compared to conventional varnishes, ease of application (if you have special tools, a manicure can be done at home), a strong texture, which helps to strengthen the nail plate. Gel polish stays shiny correct application cracks and chips do not form on it, so there is no need for additional correction. Nails after applying gel polish look natural. In addition, the use of gel polish is not harmful to health, it is safe for pregnant and lactating women, it does not penetrate into the pores of the nail and does not affect the condition of the nail plate.

Of the minuses, one can note the complicated procedure for removing the coating, as well as the relative high cost of such a manicure. But still, there are much more advantages, which is why many women choose gel polish.

What should be purchased?

In order to be able to do such a manicure at home, you need to purchase a special set that consists of gel polishes (transparent and colored), an ultraviolet lamp, a degreaser, a bond, a primer, a top coat, a nail file and a polishing buff, an orange stick, lint-free napkins. A gel polish kit can be found in a specialized store.

When choosing gel polish, keep in mind that an inexpensive product may be of poor quality and, with constant use, can damage your nails. Therefore, it is advisable to give preference to branded devices.

Without an ultraviolet lamp, it is impossible to cover nails with gel polish. The photo shows what such a lamp looks like.

Its power must be at least 36 W so that the nail coating is securely fixed. Otherwise, your manicure may turn out to be faded and sloppy. A special lamp for gel manicure has a timer with which it is convenient to note the time.

Degreaser wipe nail plate. To save money, you can use ordinary medical alcohol for this purpose. The bond is needed to dry the nails. The primer provides better adhesion of the coating to the nail.

Manicure technique

The procedure consists of several stages. Let's consider each of them in detail.

1. Nail preparation

Covering nails with gel polish begins with their preparation. First of all, with the help of a nail file, it is necessary to give the nails the desired shape. For thin nails, the short length will be the most optimal, which will keep the manicure longer. Before the start of the session, you can make a relaxing hand bath with the addition of essential oils. The nails should be allowed to dry well, as the soaked manicure will not last long.

Then you need to push back the cuticle using an orange stick. All nails are filed to the required length. With a fine-grained polishing buff, we remove the natural gloss from the nails so that the surface becomes matte. Peels must be removed very carefully, otherwise the coating will begin to chip off along with them. Particular attention should be paid to the edge of the nail plate, removing all cracks and exfoliated parts. Then, using a brush, you need to brush off the dust that has formed in the process.

After that, the nails are degreased, trying not to touch them until the end of the procedure in order to avoid chipping off the coating in the future. A thin layer of transparent bond is applied to the nail plate, and then a primer. This procedure allows you to keep the manicure longer.

2. Applying gel polish

Coating with gel polish is a simple procedure, but some rules must be followed. First, the nails are covered with a base transparent varnish and placed in a UV lamp for 30-60 seconds. Do not touch the nails, so as not to contaminate the surface, this may affect the quality of the manicure.

Then a thin layer of colored varnish is applied. It is important that it does not get on the skin around the nail, otherwise it will not last long. All excess can be easily removed before polymerization. The nails are placed in a lamp for two minutes, if desired, you can repeat the procedure two or three times, then the color will be brighter. Do not apply varnish too thickly, tubercles and peeling may appear.

3. Topcoat application

If desired, any patterns or decorations can be applied under the top layer. Polymerization lasts 2-3 minutes. When applying the coating, do not forget to seal the end of the nail, which will give durability to the manicure and keep it longer. At the end of the polymerization, it is necessary to moisten a lint-free cloth in a degreaser and wipe the nails to remove the top sticky layer. To maintain gloss, change the tissue every 3 nails.

Then a nourishing oil is applied to the cuticle to moisturize. This completes the gel nail polish. The photo shows how the nails look after such a procedure.

Now you can do the usual things, without fear of spoiling the manicure.

How to remove gel polish?

After two or three weeks, the coating must be removed, since during this time the nail grows significantly, and this spoils the entire manicure. Gel polish is not so easy to remove and an incorrectly performed procedure can significantly worsen the condition of the nails. The best option there will be an appeal to the salon, where it will be done professionally. In no case should you tear off or remove the coating like a film, since the top layer of the nail can also be torn off along with the varnish.

To carry out such a procedure at home, it is necessary to prepare foil, cotton pads, a special coating remover or a conventional acetone-based product, an orange stick.

First you need to wash your hands. Then a cotton pad is applied to the nail, which is pre-moistened in nail polish remover, wrapped with foil on top to avoid evaporation of the solvent. After 10-15 minutes, the varnish softens. After massaging the nail plate, remove the cotton wool and foil along with the coating.

The remaining gel polish can be cleaned off with an orange stick. If not all of the coating can be removed, you must repeat the procedure. Do not peel off the remnants of varnish, this injures the nail plate.

Possible problems

It is not uncommon to hear complaints that the gel polish coating turned out to be unstable, lasting no more than a week, or began to chip off after a few days. If all the points were taken into account and the procedure was performed correctly, the reason may be in the individual characteristics of the nails. You can try using a gel polish from another company or switch to more expensive products.

For women who do not have enough free time to do manicures often, but at the same time want to have well-groomed hands, gel nail polish will be a real find and will delight for a long time, while maintaining an attractive appearance. In addition, for those who have brittle and weak nails, this method will help grow them to the required length.

Lesson number 5: How to properly cover your clients nails with gel polishes

The manicure service in the understanding of the client is hygienic cleaning + coating. You will be faced with the fact that an appointment for a manicure will be just such a complex, since the thirst for beauty never leaves women and gel polish allows housewives to forget about unpainted nails even with difficult work. We have already successfully studied how to do a salon-quality manicure and pedicure, so this lesson will be devoted exclusively to covering nails with gel polish systems.

The material of the online lesson will teach you:

• Sequence of actions when working with gel polish systems (different brands);
• Proper preparation of the nail plates of the hands and feet, without harm to them;
• Select the necessary tools and tools;
• How to apply the gel so that it is worn for a long time;
• How to apply each of the components;
• How to quickly assemble sets of flowers;
• What you need to know in order for the client to be satisfied with the coverage.

In order to cover the client's nails with gel, you will need:

1. coating system (degreaser, base, pigment (gel polish), top);
2. liquid for removing the dispersion layer (as necessary, if required by the system);
3. UV lamp with timer for convenience;
4. orange stick;
5. nail file 180/240 (if the free edge was not shaped at the time of manicure);
6. buff for the natural surface of the nail (180/240);
7. cotton pads or discs;
8. thin manicure brush for painting (made of synthetic fibers, they ideally interact with the gel, unlike natural ones) and decorating materials;
9. cuticle oil;
10. hand cream.

Types of nail plates - and the corresponding gel structure:

Nails are different in their structure, as is the density of gels, so each plate has its own. In order for the coating that you will make to be worn for a long time and not damaged, match the gel and the plate, then the result of wearing will also be perfect. If you talk to your client, she will tell you that different masters, which she approached using different brands, gave different results. It is a mistake to think that the same gel suits everyone. It's all about the density of the nail.

- she is not thin and not thick, rarely exfoliates, quickly recovers and grows, it is a pleasure to work with this type. It has a light, uniform, but not transparent pinkish tint, which means that the body has a sufficient amount of vitamins, the diet contains mainly health benefits. It does not require special nuances, standard approaches are ideal for it. Gels of all densities, including glitters, will be worn well on it.

- brittle, bends when touched by any force. It has a translucent uneven color with a pinkish or beige shade. Most likely this condition is due to vitamin deficiencies and weakened immunity. For this type of nail, you should not use too hard gels, it is better to use medium-dense or soft ones. Since the nails are flexible, they are easier to separate from the coating from the slightest touch (for example, when washing dishes, if you help to remove the remains from the plates with your fingernail), as a result, the nail will be broken and the coating will be chipped. But if you take a gel that will slightly repeat the movements of the nail, then its sock will be 2 times better.

Dense nail plate- strong, usually grow quickly, bend with difficulty. They have a pink color along the plate and a slight yellowness along the free edge. Sometimes such a seal is caused by hormonal disruptions, but not a fact, perhaps this is a normal condition of the nail. All dense and medium-density gels are also suitable for such nails, but soft ones that repeat flexibility - no, they are worn in interaction with this plate for a very short time.

How to learn how to perfectly apply gel polish for work in the salon for a novice manicure master

Choice of coating gel system:

First of all, decide on the company of the material you want to use. Of course, I will note that it would be great if you have several types. But the first time, when you are just learning and perhaps still limited in the budget for the purchase, opt for a medium-dense composition.

I will definitely do a wide review of gel polishes, but a little later. Now I will share my experience of choosing when I just started working.

UV varnishes are divided into varieties (number of layers):

• 3 phases (Base, Gel Polish, Top);
• 2 phases (Gel Polish, Top);
• 1 Phaznik (Gel Polish).

I formed my first palette like this (I always choose 3-phase):

1. The first brand that I purchased was Creator. Produced in the USA. In terms of density, it is the golden mean, that is, it is almost universal. Each layer is baked for 2 minutes. Its price is quite economical. Since I did not have a large contribution, besides, I was just studying, I decided that as a training session it fits in all respects. My first palette was 10 colors. And I have not regretted my choice. Combines with other brands, in case his base or top runs out at the wrong time fit Gelish and vice versa.
   
2. The next brand is Fox. I added another 15 colors to my palette with it. USA manufacturer. This brand is suitable for thin nails, just what I needed. By the way, on a normal type of plate, it is also good to wear. Each layer is baked for 2 minutes. Doesn't mix well with other brands, its wear depends on the degreaser, wears better with those that leave a stickiness instead of just evaporating. Its cost is higher than the creator, but not significantly, it belongs to the premium class. It does not give the nail a special density, but it is worn for a long time.
3. To these I added several shades of Blaze GelLaxy. I only bought 5 flowers. It is very dense and thick, for compacted and normal nails. Each layer is baked for 2-2.5 minutes. It is also produced in the USA, it is one of the premiums that appeared first, I could not help but buy it. Coating with Gelish system possible.
4. Gelish lacquers finished off my varied plank. Belongs to the premium class. USA productions. Universal, medium density allows you to cover any plate with it. The cost is above average, but corresponds to its quality. Each layer is baked for 2 minutes.
   
5. As universal foundations, I chose the base from Kodi (it usually takes 2 minutes to bake) and a primer with a sticky layer from Blaze. Gorgeous in wear and application, they guarantee impeccable adhesion, they were used at the same time.
   
6. To remove the gel and the dispersion layer, I used Jerden Proff Gel Cleanser liquids. They work perfectly and are inexpensive.

My strategy was simple, I had to meet the budget, start doing as many services as possible in order to earn, develop and gain experience. Therefore, I chose a gel polish of good quality, bought system products for it (bond, top, base) in several primary colors. Started learning and working. At the same time, I also bought materials for building, but here I did not save, I chose expensive ones that corresponded to the price with quality. This is how I achieved my goals. As soon as the work of a manicurist began to generate income, I replenished my stocks with new products + systems for them. All this is not cheap, so buy the basics and a couple of shades, replenishing them over time. So I created for myself a diverse palette suitable for everyone, which was full of colors.

How to present your palette of gels to clients?- for this, make a tablet, you should not constantly spin the gels, it spoils them.

Tip: It will be economically beneficial for you if you distribute your palette by cost. For the client, this is another point of concern, so you show care for each client, and for those who can afford expensive brands and to people of modest means. Feel free to explain what the price difference is, but do it right. For example, say that the varnish, the coating of which is the cheapest, is not inferior in quality, almost corresponds to the expensive one, but the purchase price is slightly lower, although there is still a difference in the coating - this is gloss and brightness. This approach is working, customers will be satisfied, and your capabilities in diversity as a master will once again impress them.

How I choose gel polish, my methods are:

1. The first thing I notice is the smell. A quality product smells pleasant or neutral, if the smell is too poisonous and resembles plastic, most likely you will not be satisfied.
2. I look at the ingredients. Here the question is not density, but consistency, it should be homogeneous (if it is one tone or mother-of-pearl, sparkles can settle - this is normal), then there should be no lumps, it should be optical, so pay attention to how the gel flows by brush. IMPORTANT: remember, gels tend to stagnate, they also have an expiration date, so be careful not to buy settled. Try to shop in well-known professional cosmetics stores, there a large number of visitors, so they do not have time to stagnate.
3. Consider the tablets, how this composition lay down on an example. Usually in stores they are covered by consultants themselves.
4. Personally, I like American-made gels the most.
5. Base, top, bond (primer) try to buy separately for each gel. But I have universal ones.

Learn how to professionally apply gel polish on the nails of the hands and feet

Classic technique, suitable for all brands - step by step instructions:

Two people will be happy with the result - you and the client, who will definitely return again. The main thing is not to neglect the rules, train more. Soon you will learn to feel each material and understand how to work with it at a glance.

Nuances:

1. If you did a manicure before coating, then it should end with the removal of the cuticle, without moisturizing with oil and cream. Immediately after hygiene procedures, feel free to start applying the gel.
2. If the client came just to cover her nails without manicure, remove the old varnish, let them rest for a couple of minutes. Correct the shape of the free edge of the nail and apply the gel according to the instructions.
3. If the client wants a design, then place it between the Pigment Thor layer.
4. On extended nails can be applied without a base, if there is no regrown part natural nail, otherwise the base should be.

In the next lesson, I will teach you beginners how to make incredible designs for your clients and attach decorations to nails.

Gel polish is gaining more and more popularity these days. Gel polish is a hybrid of gel and polish - it applies like a polish and lasts almost like a gel (approximately 2 weeks). My first acquaintance with gel polish happened two years ago, two days before the New Year and, unfortunately, having fallen into the hands of an inexperienced master, this acquaintance was unsuccessful. I just took off my extended nails and in order to somehow restore the damaged nail plate and let it grow a little, I applied gel polish in the salon. But this was not destined to come true - a day later my gel polish began to literally fall off my nails. Two hours before the New Year, I, swearing like a shoemaker, sat and tore off a peeling manicure. In the end, that New Year I met with the worst manicure in my life. This case for a long time discouraged me from getting involved with gel polishes, but this year everything has changed.

In winter, my sister completed a manicure-pedicure course, and already in the summer she had crowds of clients. My sister did a manicure, gel nails and covered with gel polish. The latter was the most popular service among clients, so I could not resist and decided to try again. What was my surprise when, with the coating that my sister made for me, I went through twenty days!

Later, having moved to another city, I bought myself all the necessary materials for such a manicure, and my sister shared her secrets with me, which I will gladly reveal to you.

The application of gel polish can be conditionally divided into several stages:

1. Purchase necessary materials(for those who don't have them yet)
2. Nail preparation
3. Base coat application
4. Color Coating
5. Fixing with a finish (top coat)

Now about all the stages in more detail.

Stage 1. Purchase of necessary materials

To apply gel polishes at home, you will need:

Prices for gel polishes depend on the manufacturer and vary from 200 to 1500 rubles per bottle. Which one to choose for you - decide for yourself, I have gel polishes from several companies, because everything is known in comparison. It is desirable to use the base, finish and color gel polish of the same company, but practice shows that different companies can still be combined well with each other. It is not necessary to immediately buy gel polishes of several colors, stop at a couple of your favorites, practice. Suddenly, this is not yours at all, but you will have to pay a tidy sum.

Stage 2. Nail preparation

Give your nails the desired shape, gently push back the cuticles with an orange stick. Before applying gel polish, in no case do nail baths and do not steam your nails. Nails must be dry! It was because of this mistake of the master that my gel polish peeled off on the second day two years ago. Gently, without damaging the nail plate, lightly sand the surface of the nail with a soft nail file. It should become matte, and slightly (!!!) rough (not the same as with nail extensions). Brush off sanding dust. Then degrease your nails with a special tool. After that, cover each nail with a primer. Only the surface of the nail should be covered, without affecting the periungual skin. Nails should become matte. If they are shiny and look wet, then you have applied too much primer. This can be fixed by dabbing each nail with a lint-free tissue. The preparation of the nails is over, from now on it is impossible to touch the nails with your fingers. Let's move on to the next step.

Stage 3. Application of the base coat.

Apply a thin layer of the base on the prepared nail plate. Applying the base is a very important step, the durability of your manicure will depend on it. Try to paint over the nail plate evenly, without affecting the skin, pay special attention to the edge of the nail. If the base has flowed onto the skin around the nail, carefully remove it with a corrector or a wooden stick, otherwise the gel that gets on the skin will subsequently peel off the artificial coating from the natural nail. For the same reason, the tip of the nail covers well, but with a thin, thin layer. Seems very difficult? Yes, the first time you may not be able to perfectly apply the base, but do not be discouraged, over time you will “fill” your hand. After applying the base, place the nails in a UV lamp for 2 minutes to cure. Nails will look shiny and sticky. In no case do not touch them with your fingers and do not remove the sticky layer!

Stage 4. Application of a color coating.

Now you can start coloring. Cover your nails with two thin coats of colored gel polish, curing every layer in a UV lamp for 2 minutes. You can get by with one layer, but, as I said, gel polishes are different, so for an even, spectacular manicure, you need at least two layers. And by the way, gel polishes are dense or translucent (like regular polishes). Keep this in mind and do not try to achieve a dense coating with ten layers of translucent gel polish.

Stage 5. Application of the top coat.

After the last layer of colored gel polish polymerized in a lamp, all our work must be fixed. Here we need a finish coat. And it must be applied in the same way as the base: a thin layer without affecting the skin. Then again place the hand in the UV lamp for 2 minutes, and then with a lint-free cloth moistened with the same special means for degreasing nails, remove the sticky layer from each nail. Everything, a beautiful, glossy manicure is ready! By the way, when choosing a finish, pay attention to the fact that there are those that do not require polymerization in a UV lamp and removal of the sticky layer. Read the label on the bottle carefully!

After removing the sticky layer, put a drop of cuticle oil on the cuticle of each nail and rub it into the skin. Lubricate your hands with cream.

With proper application, gel polish will stay on the nails for up to 20 days. During this time, your nails will significantly strengthen and grow back. If the overgrown part is very conspicuous, then you can cover it with ordinary glitter varnish.

Many complain that in two weeks they get tired of walking with one color. So what's the problem? You can always cover your nails with gel polish applied to it with regular nail polish, and if you wish, remove it with regular acetone-free nail polish remover. It will not cause any damage to the gel polish.

I will tell you how to remove gel polish in my next article.

Resistant varnish until recently was a pipe dream. When cosmetic companies came up with the idea of ​​gel polish, nail fans all over the world rejoiced. It was not so important that the application of gel polish takes longer and is more expensive than a conventional coating. However, today many are asking the question: why not carry out this procedure yourself? If you consider the process of applying gel polish on nails step by step, it turns out that it is not so difficult.

Tools and materials

To create at home beautiful manicure you will need tools and materials. Full list as follows:

1. Manicure set;
2. A tool for polishing nails, having the same abrasiveness of the sides (buff);
3. Degreaser;
4. primer;
5. Base for varnish;
6. Gel polish;
7. Top coat;
8. Ultraviolet lamp;
9. Lint-free wipes.

Most of the tools and materials are not in the home cosmetic bag. The good news is that almost all of them, except for the UV lamp, are inexpensive. Experts advise not to save on materials. For example, girls apply gel polish on their nails without properly preparing them. The lack of a primer and base for varnish will not be slow to affect the condition of the nails.

Another common beginner mistake is to use cotton pads as an alternative to lint-free wipes. Discs are available, you probably have them at home, but the tiny lint they leave on your nails makes them unsuitable for gel polish manicures. IN step by step instructions for beginners, nails are advised to carefully inspect before applying varnish for the presence of villi from cotton pads. If you do not notice one, the result will look unaesthetic. Therefore, it is worth investing in lint-free wipes, with which such errors are excluded.

The process of applying gel polish: step by step instructions

How to use gel polish to get beautiful nails, is described in our instructions.

1. Get a manicure

Give the nail plate the desired shape, remove the cuticle.

1. Treat your nails with an abrasive tool

Nails are processed step by step. This should be done gently but carefully. The buff is used to prepare the surface of the nail for adhesion to the varnish. The result should be a matte nail plate, without noticeable scratches. The entire surface of the nail plate must be treated.

1. Treat your nails with a degreaser

It is better to use a special composition, and not pharmaceutical alcohol. The latter dries the nail plate too much, which is already subjected to sufficient stress due to gel polish. Lint-free wipes ensure that the final result is a smooth and even finish.

1. Apply primer

You shouldn't skip this step. The primer is designed to extend the life of the gel polish, as well as protect the nail from the effects of aggressive compounds. If you neglect the primer, be prepared for the fact that the condition of the nails will deteriorate significantly.

1. Dry your nails for 2-3 minutes

The secret of the durability of gel polish is in fixing each layer with a UV lamp. Do not shorten the drying time, this will adversely affect the quality and durability of the coating. Do not forget that each layer - primer, base, varnish and top coat - must be well processed. The higher the lamp power, the less time you need to spend on drying. Standard lamps for drying nails at home step by step usually have a power of 9 to 35 watts. The salons use more powerful and, accordingly, more expensive devices. Do not focus on salon time. Lampe for home use It will take at least 2 minutes for the coating to dry properly.

The beauty of makeup largely depends on the condition of the skin, and manicure - on the condition of the nails. After removing the varnish, do not forget to treat the nails with nourishing compounds.

The thinner each layer, the more resistant and aesthetic will be the coating. Applying varnish, primer and top coat in an even thin layer requires some skill. Don't be discouraged if it doesn't work the first time.

When buying compositions for manicure, pay attention to the brush. The thinner and neater it is, the easier it will be to apply funds to the nail plate.

Special concentration is required in those minutes when the next layer of varnish has not yet had time to dry. The coating can be damaged by the slightest touch.