Before nail extension, you should understand what materials exist for this procedure, how strong, reliable and safe they are. Now the most popular nail extension is acrylic or gel. What is better to choose from these two means, interests many girls.
What is better to build nails - acrylic or gel?
Answering this question, you need to know that both acrylic and gel are derivatives of a polymer (plastic) - a chemical substance. Only the process of obtaining them is slightly different. For example, under certain temperatures and pressures, a jelly-like mass is produced from the polymer - this is a gel with a moderate odor. And from the same polymer, but at a different temperature and pressure conditions, a liquid (liquid or monomer) and finely divided powder (powder) are obtained, which, when mixed and reacted with oxygen, form acrylic.
It is clear that both of these materials cannot be absolutely safe, because at the source of their creation are chemicals, but, nevertheless, the level of their danger is acceptable for use in the nail industry, which is confirmed by the certification of quality and SanPiNy.
Want to make acrylic or gel nail extensions? Which is better to choose? It is necessary to build on the professionalism of the master, the shape and condition of the nails. Some masters can not work with the gel, so they will praise and encourage the use of acrylic, and vice versa. It is better to build up nails with trusted and experienced specialists with an objective point of view, high-quality tools and materials, and safety precautions.
Professionals make nail extensions with acrylic or gel. Which is better, they determine in place, looking at the nail. It happens that one coating does not fit at all, then another is successfully applied.
Often the gel does not fit well on the nail plate with a pronounced arch; soft, thin, depleted, trapezoidal, wet nails (hyperhidrosis). In such cases, material may be detached at the edges. It is perfect for problem-free nails with the correct shape. There are no strict recommendations, but, as elsewhere, there are exceptions. The gel coating is afraid of sudden changes in temperature. If the weather conditions are unfavorable, it is more profitable to build up acrylic nails.
Who needs acrylic nail extensions? Reviews say that for those who have a small nail bed, the nail is very rounded or they look bitten. The material can make a variety of drawings, including three-dimensional (3D design), in this regard, it surpasses gel technology. Acrylic coating simulate a complex, shapeless nail plate. It is almost impossible to do with a gel.
The build-up time, the service life of the gel and acrylic are the same. Correct coatings about once every 3-4 weeks or in case of peeling, breakage, scratching, displacement.
What is the difference between acrylic and gel?
What is the difference between gel nail extension and acrylic? Gel, unlike acrylic, can not freeze on its own. Its polymerization takes place under UV rays and in the process of building the master uses a UV lamp. It is low-power, so it does not harm health.
Gel technology during application is self-leveling, just a little brush work. Acrylic does not have this property, so the master has to carefully cut the surface to achieve a perfectly even, smooth coating.
During gel hardening (even of the highest quality) under the lamp, thinned nails may feel a burning sensation. This does not happen with acrylic.
Acrylic, unlike gel, has a persistent pungent odor, but you can get rid of it if the manicurist has an extract, which will also help to draw in fine dust from the acrylic coating cut.
Nail extension with acrylic or gel - which is better? Acrylic building is much stronger than gel, more resistant to mechanical damage. It is soluble, i.e. removed with a special composition without acetone, otherwise the nails will turn yellow. The gel coating must be cut off. Modern acrylic does not contain methyl methacrylate, which causes allergies.
If you want to get the perfect shine or transparency, the mirror surface of the finished manicure, then it is better to use gel, because Acrylic will not give such an effect. With it, the nails look more matte. But on the acrylic surface you can put a lot of sparkles, but not on the gel, because this will disrupt the process of its polymerization.
How do acrylic nails grow?
Acrylic nail extension lessons take place in several stages:
- prepare the nail - disinfect, remove the cuticle, polish the nail plate for better adhesion of the material, degrease and apply a primer that removes excess fluid;
- put on a special shape on the nail or glue the tips; Acrylic can be applied to both;
- a special brush is dipped in monomer, then in acrylic powder, the resulting ball is evenly distributed over the nail and model its appearance;
- when the coating has dried, the master begins to cut out the final form with nail files of different roughness, to create a design;
- at the end, everything is covered with a finish gel so that the nails shine.
How to gel nails?
Gel nail lessons include the following steps:
- prepare the nail and establish the shape or paste the tips;
- with a brush cover the nail plate with the first layer of the gel and dry it in a UV lamp;
- apply the second layer and decorate at the request of the client, dry the nail in the lamp;
- model the shape of the plate with a nail file and paint the nail plate with finish gel.
Which is better to choose a gel?
The gel is selected depending on the functionality and is divided into several systems:
- single-phase system - one gel is used that has all the functions. He performs all the manipulations of building - grip, modeling, strength;
- two-phase system - consists of two gels, one of which is used for adhesion and modeling, the other - as a top-grade durable coating;
- three-phase system - includes three components. The first gel provides a safe interaction of the artificial material and the nail, the second - simulates the shape of the plate, the third - provides strength, gloss and smoothness.
The best gels for nail extensions are those that have a certificate of quality. Top Gloss Gel, Planet Nails, CNI, EzFlow, Irisk, RuNail, IBD, TNL, Severina, Masura are popular among brands.
Acrylic & Gel Reviews
Fans of flashy, voluminous design like acrylic nail extensions. Reviews about him say that it is a strong, durable material that can strengthen a natural nail.
The gel emphasizes the naturalness of the nail plate, makes it more expressive, shiny and smooth. The combination of acrylic and gel is ideal: the first material will guarantee strength, and the second - a unique radiance.