Is gel polish the trend of the moment for those who love doing their nails? For those who don’t want to spend hours at the salon every week or don’t know how to do their own nails, the answer is YES!
That’s because this way of doing your nails provides greater durability than classic nail polish, giving you more time away from the salon and leaving your nails beautiful for any occasion.
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Want to know more about this technique? Nail designer Grazielle Matos, one of the biggest names in the segment in Brazil, explains the difference between the techniques and the care that makes them last longer. “As well as saving time, they save money because gel polish lasts longer, avoiding weekly visits to the manicurist,” explains Matos.
Gel polish and regular polish
Those who wear classic nail polish find that they peel off more easily and quickly. “It’s common for this type of nail polish to come off after three or four days, making it necessary to go to the manicurist once a week,” she says.
Gel polish, on the other hand, offers more color and pigment and stays on the natural nail for longer. “This technique lasts an average of 25 days, without losing its shine or peeling,” says the professional.
How does this technique work?
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“To use gel nail polish, preparation is carried out, with dehydration of the natural nail and the use of specific products, such as primer and gel base”, advises the specialist.
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“Very safe, the application must be done by a nail designer, since the enamel cannot come into contact with the skin and there is a need for a booth to dry and finish,” she adds.
Gel polish care
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Simple habits that can be practiced on a daily basis are essential to make gel polish last longer. “Moisturizing the cuticle is essential, whether it’s regular nail polish or gel polish, because it ensures that the skin around the nail is always healthy and beautiful,” she says.
Check out other care tips from the nail designer:
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Don’t file your nails: “This way the nail won’t lose strength and we avoid the nail polish peeling off at the tips,” she says.
Wear gloves: “Every time you use a chemical product in your household routine, such as detergent, bleach, washing powder or chlorine, protect your nails. Some of them are corrosive and can peel the enamel”, highlights the specialist.
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Don’t put your nails in your mouth: “Women who bite their nails remove nail polish more quickly because the acid in their saliva contributes to corroding the gel, damaging its aesthetics,” she says.
Who wants to try gel polish? And those of you who already use the technique, which colors do you love the most?
