To model the plate, giving it strength and shine make the nail extensions gel. This procedure helps to adjust the shape, make the design of any complexity. The buildup is suitable for those who have weak nails, who can not grow the right length and those who do not like to paint their nails very often. Gel nails look beautiful, shine, do not differ from natural.
Technique for nail extensions gel
The technology of nail extensions is based on the use of a special gel material that solidifies under the influence of ultraviolet rays in a compact lamp. Due to the gel the surface of the plate is leveled, glossy gloss is attached, the cuticle and the skin around are not irritated. Overhead tips are transparent, similar in structure to natural nails, they can be given any shape or design.
On the tips of
The popular technique of building up is the use of tipes - artificial plates, different in shape, color, size. They are glued to their own plates, then covered with gel. It turns out that tips continues the shape of the nail, is a part of it. The method of building up with tips is suitable for everyone, even girls with very short own nails.
Gel extensions on
forms On the lower or upper forms, gel nail extensions occur, in which special lining is placed on the plate. Already on them the master applies material. The advantage of this procedure is the easy removal of forms from the nails after the build-up, plus the naturalness of the manicure. To remove this coating at the end of the expiry date is also simpler than artificial tips.
Advantages and disadvantages of
The supporters of the beautiful gel manicure claim that it is convenient to wear due to hypoallergenic materials, absence of skin irritation, smell of gel. Components pass moisture, air and light, protect the plate from fungi, do not block its breathing, hold on for a long time. Gels are easy to use, do not exfoliate, do not require strong sawing, have good adhesion and are multifunctional. With their help, you can sculpt any elements, do a jacket. The drawbacks of manicure include:
- fragility of the material compared to acrylic;
- cracked material can not be repaired, only replaced;
- is a very difficult process for removing varnish - only the cutting is done layer by layer, which leads to the duration of the process;
- most materials are resistant to acetone.
Gel types
Masters use three gel types, which are characterized by functionality and number of layers:
- Three-phase gels - includes three components. The first layer serves to secure the contact of the plate with the artificial material, provides adhesion( adhesion).The second is needed for modeling, the third one for strength, protection from external factors, creating a smooth shiny surface.
- Two-phase - one layer for coupling and modeling, the second is responsible for strength.
- Single-phase gel - a universal material, provides all the functional characteristics.
Materials and tools
The masters have a whole arsenal of materials and tools for work. A sample list of used items:
- ultraviolet drying lamp - power minimum 36W, with or without timer;
- brushes for applying gel - flat, made of artificial nap, of different length and width;
- tips or forms - the first should bend well, do not break, do not leave white strips, the second is preferred with a wide area of bonding;
- glue for gluing tips;
- saws for leveling the surface with a grain size of 100-200 grit;
- buffs( wide saws) for cutting edges - disposable or reusable, processed after each customer in a dry-fire cabinet;
- scapula for cutting out cuticles, scissors, nippers;
- lint-free napkins for rubbing nails and removing the sticky layer;
- primer( base coat);
- camouflaging transparent gel;
- base( bonder) - for degreasing;
- finishing gel - gives shine, smoothness, well-groomed appearance;
- liquid for removal of an adhesive layer - a special or usual medical alcohol;
- oil for cuticle care;
- colored gels;
- design elements( rhinestones, glitter, acrylic paints).
Gel nail extensions - step by step instruction
When performing the nail extension technique, the gel is divided into step-by-step operation stages, characterized by functions and duration:
- Preparation - hand disinfection, cuticle removal, grinding, primer application.
- Extension - Apply a gel brush( do not touch the skin), dry in a lamp to get a frozen gel coating. This stage is the most responsible, because the thickness of the layer depends on it, the accuracy of the execution. Repeat it until the desired effect is achieved, approximately 2-3 times to give the hardness and strength of the plate. If during the stage the burning sensation is felt, this means that a too thick layer of gel is applied or low-quality components are used, drying is recommended to be stopped. At the end, the finishing layer is applied.
- Correction - shaping, length with a saw blade. Polishing is not required.
- Beautiful design( optional step) - applying a varnish of a different shade, painting with paints, decoration with rhinestones( there are lessons).The entire procedure lasts about three hours, and the service life is up to four months.
Care after the procedure
To build up successfully, the client must follow several simple rules on the day of the procedure or in advance:
- not to use hand cream one day before the process;
- thoroughly clean the cuticle before carrying out the technique;
- does not combine the procedure with the intake of antibiotics or hormonal drugs;
- nails should be healthy, the diseases are unacceptable, because under the layer of varnish can be aggravated;
- take vitamins and calcium to strengthen natural plates, because under the protection of gel they can weaken.
The rules of care for the extended gel nails should also be observed as strictly as possible in order to make the result last longer:
- it is impossible to gnaw the plates, press them too hard, sharp typing on the keyboard;
- properly clean the house, wash clothes and wash dishes only in rubber gloves;
- during the first month the correction procedure is done twice, then the nails are adjusted once a month.
Price for gel build-up in salons
In Moscow, the approximate cost of building up with gel materials depends on the level of the salon, the master's education and the materials used. Approximate prices:
| Variation, procedure step | Price, rubles |
| Extension of standard length | 2500 |
| Elongation of form | 2700 |
| Correction | 2300 |
| Extension on legs | 2500 |
| French( white tip) | 3000 |
| Design Stained-glass window | 3200 |