There are different nail techniques that give women the look they want. Consumers prefer gel nails because the technique gives one a natural look. Gel and acrylic nails are a lot alike. They are both made from a combination of monomer liquid and polymer powder. Monomer liquid reacts with the powder to form long polymer strands. The strands dry and form a resin that looks like nails. Gel nails contain more short chain monomers and are more flexible.
There are two types of gel nails, no-light gels and light cured. Light-cured gels get hard by placing the fingers under an ultra-violet light for two minutes. No-light gels are cured by applying a special gel activator. Another variety of no-light gels are cured by dipping nails in plain water. Individuals prefer the glossy look of gel nails and the odorless resin. Many pregnant women wear gel nails because the fumes are not as strong. Further, the gel layer of acrylic is very thin so they do not have to be done as often. On the neggoreative side, gel nails break easier and are more expensive. In addition, polish does not last as long on gels.
Some women choose shellac nails in Omaha. This technique gives the wearer smudge-proof nail color that last for weeks without chipping. Shellac is a special formula that brushes on like regular nail polish. Nails are prepared the same as for a regular manicure. This polish does what the manufacturers claim. In fact, the polish lasts up to a month. Shellac Nails in Omaha are often described as a hybrid of a gel manicure.
However, many consumers do not like having to soak their gel nails in acetone to change the polish. Shellac requires no sculpting or filing. Thin coats of polish are used on the natural nail and the nails are cured under a UV lamp between each coat. The lamp is used for ten seconds after a base coat, and two minutes between two coats of polish and a top coat. Technicians finish the nails with a quick shine using a soft cloth and alcohol. The best candidates for shellac nails are people with healthy natural nails. Women often say getting their nails done gives them a boost of confidence. Try one of these techniques the next time you have a manicure.
