Bluesky HARD GEL UV LED Soak Of Gel Nail Polish LIQUID 10ml (CLEAR HARD GEL 10ML)

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As a beauty editor who has qualified as a nail tech in my spare time, I spent a lot of time trying different nail trends like aura and cat eye nails and different types of nail enhancements like gel extensions and Polygel.

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Hard gel cannot be soaked off because solvents cannot penetrate hard gel. This means that hard gel forms an impermeable bond on the natural nail—protecting it from breaking down or being penetrated by any substance including acetone—which makes it durable and excellent at protecting the natural nail. When it comes to gel nail polish, there are a few different types to consider. Not all gel polishes are made the same, some have different functions to others. Choosing the type of gel polish to use for your manicure will depend on your needs. A hard gel overlay is a type of manicure that uses a special type of gel to extend the wear of your polish and protect your nails. The gel is applied over your natural nails and then cured under a UV or LED light. Hard gel overlays can last up to 3 weeks with proper care.Soft gel polish, often called Shellac (CND’s brand name for this formula), has a more liquid consistency than hard builder gels. It comes bottled and is applied in the same way as nail polish. Popular since the 1950s, although acrylic nails don’t offer the same glossy finish as gels, they’re sturdy and fierce, making for a manicure that’s filled with character.

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Start with a coarse nail file (80 to 100 grit). Then switch to medium grit (100 to 180) as you get closer to the nail plate. If your gel polish chips easily, then use the Hard Gel after the Colour Coat but before the Top Coat for longer lasting nails. Dual forms are used only with Gum Gel. A layer of product is applied on the concave (inside) of the form, before placing the entire form over the surface of the nail. Once cured, the form is released from the hardened gum gel leaving behind a perfectly shaped extension. This is a great tool for beginners but it takes a bit of practice to get the right quantities of product, and the correct pressure when applying it to the nail without flooding the cuticle. Hard gel is non-porous, meaning you can’t soak them entirely off without significant filing. This is where gel extensions can be damaging if you attempt them at home as you can accidentally file too much of the natural nail and weaken them. Acrylics

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Gel extensions or hard gels are perfect if you want that same gel polish glossy finish, but you want longer, stronger nails. Cured in the same way as gel polish, they are more durable than soft gels but offer the flexibility you wouldn’t get from acrylics. With a longer lifespan than a gel polish manicure, they’re great for those who don’t want to visit a nail salon constantly. Hard gel is the most damaging type of gel for natural nails. This is because it must be filed off and can’t be soaked off. How long do you cure builder gel?