Neat nails are an integral part of the harmonious image of any modern woman. Each time, doing a manicure, we hope that the coating lasts longer. However, frequent contact with water, various detergents, constant housework - all this negatively affects the state of manicure. As a result, the varnish chips and cracks, despite the use of an expensive product and a protective coating. Not so long ago a new tool appeared that could extend the life of a beautiful manicure - shellac. What is it, what are the principles of its use and advantages?
Shellac is an innovative combination of varnish and gel. This coating is characterized by all the properties of ordinary varnish, and also has increased strength and durability.
Ease of application, long durability, non-traumatic removal are the main advantages of shellac coating . The colors on the nails can be completely diverse and are easily matched to any look. Such a coating can be used both for manicure and for pedicure.
Shellac: what is it and what are the advantages of this coating?
Shellac stays on the nails for two weeks. This coating does not have an unpleasant odor, which eliminates discomfort for both the master and the client. Shellac contains no chemicals (toluene, formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate) that are harmful to human health. Before applying the coating, cutting off the top layer of the nail is not required, which allows not to injure the nail plate, as with nail extension.
Shellac application
The nail coating procedure consists of several stages.
- Modeling the desired shape of the nails.
- Grinding nails for good adhesion of shellac to the surface of the nail plate.
- Disinfection of nails with a special antibacterial agent to eliminate possible microbes and to degrease the surface.
- Coating the nails with a base gel using special technology.
- Fixing the gel with a UV lamp.
- Covering the nail plate with colored elastic varnish.
- Reuse of UV lamp.
- Drawing a repeated layer of shellac.
- Drying the last layer in a UV lamp.
- Cuticle treatment with special nutritious oil.
Advantages of shellac coating
Shellac is suitable for both long and short nails. Coating helps strengthen thin and brittle nails. During the entire period of use, the indelible gloss of the nail plate is preserved. Shellac is a very resistant substance that cannot be removed without special means.
You have already learned a lot about shellac: what it is and what advantages this procedure has. However, there are also disadvantages.
Shellac is a rather expensive procedure. Correction of coverage is also regularly needed, which also requires certain costs.
Another disadvantage is the inconvenience of performing the procedure at home, since a UV lamp is necessary for drying shellac.
But still, despite some shortcomings, this procedure has already won many fans. If you want to be the owner of a beautiful, fashionable, accurate manicure for a long time, choose shellac. What is such a great tool for nails - no doubt about it.