Why do I need a primer for gel polish and how to use it?

The nail design industry does not stand still, constantly improving the technique and means to create a spectacular manicure. Today, each of the fair sex can afford beautiful and stylishly designed nails.

Primer for gel polish is a tool that today is necessarily used during the process of creating an enhanced manicure. It is a liquid substance, the functions of which include gluing natural and artificial nail plates. For sale, the product is packaged in containers, bottles, banks. The containers are opaque, so that the substance does not deteriorate so quickly. The primers dry out during air contact. According to the consistency, the primers are liquid, as well as in the form of a gel. This product is characterized by neutral odor. The composition includes the following components:

• ethyl acetate;
• 2-hydroxyethylmatacrylate;
• methacrylic acid is the basis of the product, which affects its quality of adhesion.

So that when building nails with gel polish, the coating is characterized by uniformity and high quality, it is necessary to use degreasers. Such manipulations contribute to the absence of exfoliation and the lifting of the gel above the surface. The functions of the primer are as follows.

• Degreasing surfaces.
• Drying the surface of the nails. Moreover, the substance does not negatively affect the internal content of the plate and its consistency.
• Disinfection of surfaces, as well as the ability to maintain them in a healthy condition.
• Protection against deformation and delamination, which can occur with frequent use of non-natural coatings for nails. A primer is a barrier to contact between the nail and the extension material.
• Improved adhesion. During primer spreading, keratin flakes rise, which contributes to the stable attachment of the polymer to the nail.

Currently, on sale you can find several types of primer.

• Acid. The substance contains methacrylic acid. Its use often occurs during the modeling of manicure using acrylic. The application of this type of primer takes place in two layers, with each one being perfectly dried.

• Acid free. This version of the primer is most suitable for gel modeling of nails. This substance is able to provide reliable bonding of the gel and the surface of the nail plate. The acid-free primer provides a limit against cracking and delamination of materials. The application of funds should be carried out, observing accuracy, carefully monitoring the absence of primer on the cuticle or periungual area.
• Prep primer found its application in removing excess fluid and fat from the surface layer of nails. This is a surface substance that cannot penetrate the plates, while overdrying it. This tool is not allergenic, it can be used before applying the usual varnish. This primer has the ability to be combined with other similar substances, but is always applied first.

To obtain the expected result after working on the nails, it is worth using the primer correctly, without violating the order. Application should be carried out in stages:

• performing a regular manicure of a hygienic type;
• the process of shaping the nail;
• cuticle removal using special buff, orange sticks or pumice;
• adjustment of the natural upper layer of the nail using a gentle nail file;
• dehydrate treatment to remove stickiness and fat;
• applying a primer, it must be dialed with a small ball using a brush and evenly distributed over the nail;
• removal of excess primer using a cotton swab moistened with plain water;
• drying of the substance, usually the primer is dried in air for 2-3 minutes, but in some cases, masters use an ultraviolet lamp;
• applying a topcoat, which can be both lacquer and gel.

When choosing a primer should be guided by the type of modeling of future nails.

• For high-quality fixing of nail polishes or elimination of fat from them, it is better to focus on the bond, that is, prep-primer. Such a tool should be used by the fair sex, which suffer from excessive sweating of the hands.
• If you want to carry out the gel-building procedure, you should give preference to an acid-free agent. It promotes good adhesion of the artificial material and the surface of the nail. The acid-free primer works on the principle of double-sided tape, making perfect bonding.
• If acrylic is used during the manicure process, acid must be present in the primer. The principle of acid means is based on the process of raising the nail scales, while realizing a good adhesion effect. This type of substance can be used for hyperhidrosis of the hands, as well as for gel building.

The following acid primer companies have proven themselves well.

• Runail Professional Primer Acrylic System well suited for acrylic extension procedures.When lifting the scales, the tool provides grip reliability.
• IBD Stick Primer It prevents the formation of air-type pockets that may occur at the junction between natural and extended nails.
• Yoko APR 15 is a universal option for gel, acrylic procedures, it guarantees adhesion.
• Kodi Professional Primer It is considered a universal purpose. It can be used for manicure of various types.

Such brands are in demand among acid-free primers.

• CND Acid-free Primer - This is a unique product that can be used with a variety of extensions, home manicure is no exception.
• Bluesky Nail Systems Primer. This substance makes out gel - varnish nails, it is also used during gel building. This tool eliminates the problems of exfoliation, cracking and cracking of manicure. The product is considered absolutely safe for the skin.
• Runail Primer Non-Acid able to provide excellent adhesion, as well as increase the attractiveness of the appearance of artificial and extended manicure for a long time.
• EzFlow Non Acid Primer - This is ideal for sensitive nail plates. This product has no smell, and also has good adhesive properties.

Bonders that are of good quality.

• Red Carpet, PREP max adhesion sanitizer It is a good degreaser, it is able to perfectly clean the nail and remove excess moisture.
• In Garden Nail Prep System performs the functions of drying and preparing for the adhesive process on the base coat.
• E. Mi Ultrabond found its application in all types of manicure modeling. The tool is characterized by a liquid consistency, therefore it can spread well on the nail surface. The substance poses no danger to the skin of the hands.
• Naomi Dehydrator performs the function of dehydration, degreasing of the nail plates. The product is able to protect the surface, provide good grip. Bonder is used during gel and acrylic extensions, as well as for home staining.

In the absence of the possibility of using primers, you can do without them by making the following replacement:

• less aggressive prep-primer or bond, since replacing with a more gentle means will protect the nail plate from the negative impact;
• the use of cologne, perfumes that can degrease nails;
• nail polish remover or acetone, which have the ability to eliminate dust, as well as fat from a natural nail surface;
• the use of food vinegar, which is capable of degreasing and disinfecting the nail plate before applying artificial materials;
• boric acid, which is recognized as a great alternative to primer.

The reviews of the masters, as well as the women who use their services, suggest that the manicure will last longer using the primer. Those who have been using the product for several years are satisfied with the result, and also note a long service life and the absence of chipping of artificial nails. There is also information that with careless use of the primer, it is possible to burn the nail surface and skin areas. Replacing this product is carried out with inexpensive substances that are at home or in the medicine cabinet.

In the reviews about the use of the primer, there is information that when ignoring the treatment with this tool, a lot of unpleasant consequences arise, for example, peeling of materials, the formation of cracks and chips. Some masters have the opinion that the use of a primer is required only for women who have a weak nail plate, which often exfoliates. Buying a primer is a profitable investment, since this tool is spent quite economically.

During the simulation of artificial manicure, the use of a primer is of significant benefit. This tool is a guarantee of good adhesion of materials, as well as a long service life of extended nails. Proper use of this tool will help to avoid unpleasant moments that will ruin the attractiveness of nails.

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