LED Systems in Nail Art

New technologies are quickly finding applications in modern cosmetics.Energy-efficient and high-performance LED-based systems are also finding their way into the hands of nail artists.What LED Technology Has to Offer?Does this mean we're in for a complete overhaul of gel products and curing equipment??

What is the significance of LED technology for nail technicians??

LED gels and the corresponding LED lamps have already appeared on the nail care market.It's worth familiarizing yourself with their specific characteristics so you can make the most of their potential while avoiding mistakes when using an LED system.

Advantages of LED gels

The biggest advantage of LED gels is that they don't cause a burning sensation during curing, and that they can be cured in both traditional UV tunnel lamps and LED lamps.Curing LED gel under a traditional UV lamp takes the same amount of time as curing traditional, so-called "hard" gels—that is, 2 minutes..In an LED lamp, the curing time for LED gel is generally 30 seconds or less.It depends on the specific characteristics of the gel in question and on the intensity of the light emitted by the LED lamp.

Disadvantages of LED gels

Some brands offer LED gels designed specifically for the properties of LED lamps.This means that if you want to work with LED gels from different brands, you should first familiarize yourself with the properties of these gels and, most importantly, with the information regarding their curing times.
If you automatically use the same curing time for LED gels from different brands, you may find that your manicure doesn't turn out right, and the time you saved will actually end up costing you more.

Advantages of LED Lights

Undeniably, the long lifespan of LEDs is a major advantage—they can shine continuously for over 30,000 hours while maintaining high efficiency and light output..Some manufacturers or distributors claim lifespans of up to 100,000 hours, but this is a clear exaggeration.Every device wears out—but LEDs are unique in that they don't lose their efficiency suddenly; instead, it declines gradually over their entire lifespan..That is why it is so important that the LEDs in a newly purchased lamp are high-quality and have high initial efficiency.Equally important, LEDs consume significantly less electricity than regular fluorescent lights.
Compared to traditional 36-watt tunnel lights, buying an LED light bulb saves you money on electricity and on replacing fluorescent bulbs.
A good LED lamp can also cure traditional, so-called "hard" UV gels in much less time.It cures Quick OFF silicone gels with ease: (including colored ones).In this case, the curing time is usually set to 30 seconds, but in some cases, hard gels should be cured for 2 x 30 seconds (always follow the manufacturer's instructions).This applies to LED lamps with a power rating of at least 30 watts.
When it comes to hybrid UV gel polishes (gel polishes) , the curing time in an LED lamp can be as short as 5–10 seconds—which saves a tremendous amount of time.

Disadvantages of LED lamps

Depending on the manufacturer, LED lamps may contain anywhere from over 100 to as few as a dozen or so LEDs.The most important factor is the power of the LEDs and the intensity of the light they emit.The total power of the lamp is calculated by multiplying the wattage of a single LED by the number of LEDs..Keep in mind that a higher-wattage lamp will also be able to cure certain “hard” gels, while a lower-wattage lamp will only be suitable for curing gel polishes and LED gels from a specific brand.
LED lamps do not cure hard colored gels.
It should also be noted that if a client gets gel on the LED in the tunnel, she will not be able to replace it herself..If we are unable to clean the lamp, any replacement should be performed at an authorized service center or by the manufacturer..It's therefore worth checking whether the lamp has a protective coating that prevents the use of acetone-based nail polish removers.

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LED gels won't necessarily be more expensive than the ones you've been using so far, but the price of an LED lamp is incomparably higher than that of a regular UV lamp.However, one thing about new technologies is that the price of devices falls as their popularity and availability on the market increase.However, keep in mind that a cheap, unreliable lamp with low-quality LEDs may turn out to be a waste of money.

So, are we in for a complete overhaul of gel products and devices??

It's always up to you — every new technology has its pros and cons, but it’s worth noting the features that are making LED technology increasingly popular: efficient and fast UV light, savings in labor time and electricity, and the reliability of LEDs.

In addition, you should consider how long the new gel lasts on your nails, compare it to silicone and hard gels, and figure out how to work with them.When it comes to working time in the LED system, the system is undoubtedly worth recommending for LED gels, silicone gels, and gel polishes.You'll have to figure out the rest on your own.

LED System in the LNC Product Catalog

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