How to Use Silicone Nail Gels

Although silicone gels have only been on the nail market for a relatively short time—since late 2008—they are becoming increasingly popular.It is usually the case that manufacturers treat the first batches of new products as experimental; these are then refined, and it is only these refined versions that are considered the most valuable by nail stylists..

All Quick Off and Soak Off gels belong to the “soft” gel category.This means that after curing under a UV lamp, they remain flexible, don't crack, and are suitable for virtually any nail plate.Because of their flexible layer, they are not really suitable for significantly extending nails using a nail form.Compared to traditional hard gels, silicone gels are less durable.They last an average of 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the nail plate.
On the other hand, you can apply Quick Off gel manicures much faster than with hard gels.The Quick Off gels in our lineup are highly sensitive to UV light, so curing takes less than 60 seconds..They level out very well; in fact, they require virtually no sawing..Like all silicone gels, they are removed using cosmetic acetone, which is a liquid used to remove nail tips and acrylics.Depending on the thickness and number of gel layers on your nails, soaking them for just a few minutes is enough for the entire gel tip to easily peel away from the nail.To remove the old layer more quickly, you can also pry up the gel layer with a rosewood stick or gently scratch it with a chisel.

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Here are a few tips on how to apply Quick Off silicone gels to natural nails:

• Prepare your nails as you would for any manicure—push back the cuticles and gently buff the nails.
• If you want to apply the gel to your nail tips—fit them, glue them in place, and buff them.
• Apply the mixed Quick Off French White Gel to the tips of your nails and cure under a UV lamp for 1 minute.It is best to apply the white gel over a very thin layer of previously cured Quick Off Clear Gel..It's a good idea to apply two very thin layers of white, curing each one under a UV lamp.Do not remove the sticky dispersion layer.Skip this step if you don't want split ends.
• Apply Quick Off Clear Gel to the entire surface of your nails, being careful around the cuticles.The gel should not come into contact with the cuticles, as this may cause air bubbles in the gel layer.When applying it to nails extended with tips, it's best to apply two coats, curing each one in a UV lamp for 1 minute.At this stage, do not remove the dispersion layers yet.
• Next, apply Quick Off Perfect Finish Gel by spreading a very thin layer of the gel onto your nails.After curing, thoroughly remove the sticky dispersion layer using Cleaner (degreaser).

Other Interesting Facts

• If you want to use a colored gel, it's a good idea to apply it after curing a thin layer of Quick Off Clear Gel..Then, of course, a top coat or colored gel.If you finish with Quick Off Prefekt Finish Gel, your nails will have a "high-gloss" finish.
• Cover the tips of your nails.It is very important that, when applying the final layer of gel, you always cover the tip of the nail—the so-called hairline—completely..This will prevent the gel from peeling off your nails.
• You don't need to use a primer when applying Quick Off gel polish to your nails.However, for particularly problematic, weak, brittle, or excessively oily nails, we recommend using a primer stick or the acid-free Super Bonder primer .Remember that you should apply the acid primer (in stick form) only to the natural nail plate, and apply the gels only after the primer has dried..
• Can you use just one of the Quick Off gels??Yes, you can choose between the medium-thick Clear Gel and the thin Perfect Finish Gel.
• Our Quick Off gels can also be combined with other soak-off gels and colored pigments.
• You can also combine them with our "hard" gels.You will then receive an intermediate product.Keep in mind, however, that once the gel has cured, you won't be able to quickly remove the gel layers with acetone; you'll have to use a nail file instead.
• Gel Soaking.You can pour cosmetic acetone into a glass and soak your nails one at a time, or pour a little more of the liquid into a small bowl, a small bowl, and soak the gel there; you can use special caps, like those used for soaking acrylic nails, or soak two lint-free cotton pads, apply them to the nail, and wrap it in plastic wrap.If you used nail tips in your manicure, they will also be softened and removed.
• Tell the customer not to cut her nails.Even the slightest trimming of the nails causes the gel layer to peel off, and from there it's just one step to removing the entire gel tip.
• Protect the gel from UV rays.Our gels are sensitive to light from UV lamps and to sunlight.It doesn't take long for the gel in the container to thicken when exposed to direct ultraviolet light and harden on the nails.During the experiment, the thin, glossy gel on the nails had cured after 5–6 minutes just as it had in 1 minute under a UV lamp..Gels can be cured quickly, which saves time and offers financial benefits, but proper maintenance is also essential..
• It is possible to touch up or replenish regrowth.The time required is similar to that of a full styling session.So it's up to you to decide.
• By using silicone gels, you save time and material.Compared to using “hard” gel polish for nail styling, you’ll save 20–30% of the time and 30–40% of the material when doing a refill or repair.Compared to the new design, you’ll save an average of 30–40% in time and 40–50% in material.

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In this article, we've done our best to explain the properties of silicone gels and answer some basic questions about them.You've probably noticed that everything has its pros and cons.The most important thing is that you have reliable information and plenty of options to choose from.
We hope you enjoy working with our products.
Lady's Nails Cosmetics Team



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