Choose a base for gel polish

A quality base for shellac allows you to create an excellent manicure. Without it, shellac cannot be used, since the gel will lack a substrate that holds the materials together. Therefore, first of all, it is worth paying special attention to the application system, which begins with the base layer. After all, he is responsible for the persistence and quality of manicure. And in order for the result to be positive, you need to know the features of the tool.

The base for gel polish is the initial and one of the main stages. A transparent or colored coating that aligns the nail plate, protects it from shellac pigments, and also provides adhesion of the colored coating to a natural nail.

Among the many bases, common advantages stand out.

• Weak aggressiveness of the agent on the effect on the horny surface of the nail.
• Excellent adhesion with gel varnishes from other companies.
• A thick consistency allows the material not to spread beyond the limits of the nail.
• Ease and simplicity in applying and removing the drug.
• No burning during drying in the lamp.
• Soft and plastic brush.
• Leveling and strengthening.

There are also disadvantages.

• Before applying, it is required to treat the nails with a bond of the same brand as the base itself.
• Using two thin layers.
• The thick coating may wrinkle and slide off the nail while drying in the lamp.
• Some bases exude a sour, audible aroma.
• The inability to align pronounced defects in the nail.
• Some base coatings are difficult to remove.
• Shelf life is six months.
• High price.

The color base is camouflage, rather thick and viscous in consistency, a preparation. There are faded colors - pale pink, sand or beige. The color scheme is selected individually. The coating perfectly smoothes nails, visually masking irregularities, imitating the color of natural nails.

Rubber base - allows you to use it in one layer, thanks to the rubber components. A fairly thick and dense tool that instantly aligns the nail plate. This foundation eliminates visible defects and makes nails stiff. Traction with shellac is significantly better than with other bases, and polymerization in the lamp is faster, reducing the time for the master. The coating in two layers is used for very deep damage to the nail, when the nail plate breaks. The rubber base is considered the best base among masters.

The treatment base with vitamins is a coating that saturates the nails with essential minerals and vitamins, which tighten the nail plate. The microparticles contained in it, after removing the base, leave the nails healthy, strong and beautiful. The treatment coating protects against the negative effects of the environment, mechanical damage and evens the surface of the nail plate in the presence of small defects.

Silicone base is a base for nails containing silicones. Hypoallergenic, which makes it indispensable for people prone to allergic reactions. Presented on the market in the usual “gel” form and in the form of stickers.

The gel-like consistency is viscous and dense, and has high ductility. Suitable for aligning and hiding defects in the nail plate.

The base in the form of stickers is used to restore broken nails, returning them to their lost shape. A sticker is applied to the damaged nail, after which the excess of the sticker is corrected and the nail is naturally shaped. This type of silicone base does not require polymerisation in the lamp and is easy to remove.

Acrylic base - is a polymer powder of various colors. It is applied to the finished base with a special liquid in thin layers, polymerization takes place in a UV or LED lamp. The number of layers is determined by the master, on very thin nails, it can reach up to three.

Liquid base is a water-based product with a flexible, fluid consistency. It is used on weak broken nails, noticeably smoothes the surface and allows them to breathe. The composition contains no harmful substances and nitrocellulose. Thinning delicate aroma, suitable for people prone to allergies.

The water base is used together with gel polishes with pearlescent effects, holographics and chromes, they are evenly and easily distributed on it. The base itself is difficult to use due to the constant process of spreading, periodically it can leave lumps and blur. The base can act as an independent coating.

Rubber base created for thin nails. Provides a strong bond between keratin and artificial turf. Protects nails from external environmental influences, from the penetration of saturated dyes of a color coating. Qualitatively smooths the surface of the plate of nails.

The consistency is thick, dense, viscous, does not spread. The built-in brush is smooth, without protruding hairs. Convenient in the distribution of material, especially under the cuticle. The smell is light and unobtrusive.

Pole base does not cause yellowing of natural nails and artificial material. It dries in the lamp for 1-2 minutes. The coating does not cause discomfort during drying.

As the masters noted, the base is most suitable for short nails due to a small spreading over the edges of the nail during polymerization in the lamp. When adding acrylic powder, the foundation can be used on medium and long nails. It does not shrink, does not bubble and does not shrink.

The rubber base does not give detachments when used properly, it is easily removable. The persistence of manicure is about 3-4 weeks. The average market price is about 400 rubles per bottle.

Lovely brand was born in 2012. The manufacturer has established itself with high-quality luxury materials. The base has a dense density, economical in use, allows single-layer application. The base formula strengthens the structure of nails, making them stronger, perfectly evens the outer surface of the nails. Protects from pre-pigmentation of colored gel polish, provides high-quality stable adhesion of shellac with a natural nail.

The base is applied in thin layers to a fat-free plate previously treated with a primer. Cure in a UV and LED lamp for about 2 minutes. Reviews on the Lovely base are good. Most craftsmen are satisfied with the consistency of the product, ease of application and durability of the product. The material consumption is minimal.

Rubber base made in Germany. The price is high, the cost of 50 ml is about 1,500 rubles.

A foundation with an elastic but dense texture that does not drip from the brush. Self-leveling, does not spread beyond the cuticle and lateral ridges. The built-in brush is easy to use, soft, and well applied. Polymerization in the lamp on thin and loose nails can cause severe burning.

The Diva base does not cause yellowing, protects against mechanical defects, has good adhesion of materials to each other. A milky-white base for light and problematic colored gel varnishes has also been specially created.

The base wear period is up to 4 weeks. With prolonged wear, the base does not peel off, cracks do not form, allowing you to safely grow nails with the coating. Removing the product is difficult, it takes more time to soak and remove the coating.

Suitable for strengthening and smoothing any nails. Protects nails from the effects of fungal diseases, ultraviolet radiation, from pigmentation of colored gel polish. It can be used to build up the free edge up to 3 mm. The brush at this base is quite comfortable. It is made of black synthetic material, soft, moderately elastic, well-trimmed, medium length, well revealed.

The base is not thick, but closer to liquid. It is difficult to level, spreads quickly, which requires application in several layers, and high-speed distribution is required. The smell at the base of Bloom is light, chemical, but does not cause discomfort.

The color of the base coat is natural pink, opaque. In artificial lighting, tends to beige, in daylight it casts in a pink tone. Ideal for creating a French or classic neutral manicure. Durability of socks - up to one month.

Reviews say that this base is pretty good.Color camouflages bumps on the surface of the plate well and allows you to perform manicure in one go. Durability is excellent, as with most bases of other brands. The only thing is that the medium-thick consistency of the product can cause inconvenience to use. It is worth paying more attention when applying, as the product can easily go beyond the area of ​​the nail. The Bloom base goes well with products from other brands.

Rubber base coat, dense gel polish base. It is applied in one layer, has the property of self-leveling. Like all bases, it protects nails from damage, weather and fungal diseases.

The consistency is very thick, convenient to use, but because of its density it is difficult to stain the area near the cuticle. It is not suitable for thin nails - it causes increased flexibility. For problematic hands, you should choose the Gloos Hard base.

The smell at the base is strong, astringent. The durability of the manicure is excellent, up to 4 weeks, without exfoliation, chips and cracks. When polymerized in a lamp, it causes a burning sensation.

Reviews on this database are mixed. Among the advantages of the master distinguish good qualities of the material, its durability and ease of use. Leveling the surface occurs in one layer, which determines the economical consumption.

Of the minuses, they primarily indicate smell. When working in a mask does not cause any discomfort. The acidic environment of the Gloos base is in conflict with color gel polishes, partially corrodes the shade. Red color can go orange, pink becomes beige and sand.

To maintain the appearance and characteristics of the bases, it is necessary to observe the application technique. Failure to comply with the procedure leads to the formation of cracks, chips on the coating, decreases the durability of the manicure.

• Hand preparation. A classic or hardware manicure is performed. The cuticle and pterygium, dead skin on the fingers are removed. Using a buff or abrasive file, the upper layer of the nail plate is polished.
• Then the nail is degreased and a special primer is applied.
• Using a built-in brush or your own synthetic, a thin layer of the selected base is applied. Spreading and getting the product on the skin and side rollers is excluded. The excess is removed with a napkin or stick.

• Polymerization of the first layer in a UV or LED lamp.
• If necessary, the procedure is repeated until the desired number of layers is reached.
• A color coating is applied and also polymerizes in the lamp.
• All layers must be fixed with a topcoat with the selected effect (dullness, gloss and others).
• Removing the sticky layer with a degreaser and a lint-free cloth.

When buying a base for gel polish, several factors should be considered.

• You need to know the compatibility of a particular base with the selected color coating and top. One brand produces all its products compatible with each other, but when purchasing materials from different companies there is a chance that the durability of the manicure will not correspond to the declared characteristics.
• Popular brands are more trusted than brands that have appeared recently and do not have numerous reviews. However, this does not mean that the quality of budget brands is worse than that of other famous brands.
• Pricing is based on the level of brand popularity, which is not an indicator of the best quality products.
• Hydrolyzed keratin in the composition of the base allows you to extend the term of wearing manicure.
• Rubber bases are suitable for those who need to hide the defects and irregularities of the nail plate.
• Layered and brittle nails prefer foundations enriched with nutrients and possessing camouflage abilities.
• Allergy sufferers should choose only specially designed hypoallergenic bases!

It is worth paying attention to the fact that the proposed options do not guarantee a persistent manicure, but are alternative ways to replace the base for gel polish.

• Vinilux. This coating is a technique for applying two layers of colored varnish and a topcoat. Gel polish and top are in the kit. Due to the lack of a basic coating, a manicure made using vinylux coating has a short manicure wear period of up to a week.
• Persistent gel polishes. They are an improved formula of ordinary varnishes. The manufacturer recommends observing the application technique, which consists in using the base, degreaser and finish top. There is no drying in the lamp. Today, persistent gel polishes are able to compete with shellacs.

• Varnish sticker. An innovative tool in nail design. The stickers resemble holographic foil. Lightness and ease of use allows you to perform manicure at home, creating a high-quality coating. The selected sticker must be glued to the nail and, using a stick or a soft cloth, smooth its surface, removing irregularities and air bubbles. The stickers have a wide palette of design and colors. The produced form is suitable for any nails, excess stickers are removed with manicure scissors or a nail file. Persistence - about a week.
• Decoupage - These are colored napkins with various designs that simply stick to the nail. As a base for them is a regular varnish. After drying, excess wipes are removed with a file, at the same time shaping the nails. To increase the durability of manicure and give a glossy sheen, a transparent top coating is used.

The bases themselves are presented in a wide range and with different requirements and indicators., which can cause difficulties in choosing. It is worth giving preference to well-known and long-established brands. The product copes well with the main problems and meets most of the declared characteristics. Some subtleties of use in no way affect the durability and durability of manicure, and also do not have a harmful effect on the nails.

In the next video you will find an overview and comparison of different bases for gel polish.