Base for nails: types, tips for choosing and using

Every woman who monitors her appearance and regularly visits the nail salon knows that the master applies three stages to nail design: base, color, top. The most important coating is the base, because it depends on it how the next layers will fall, and how long the finished manicure will last. What is the base and what is its significance in the design of nails, we will consider further.

The base product is a plain coating, which is the basis for a gel or varnish. As a rule, this is a transparent color. It is applied to the nail plate in an even layer, smooths out all irregularities and defects, creates a smooth surface for coating the nail with colored gel. In addition to the fact that the surface aligned with the base allows you to perfectly model the nail, this tool has other functions. It makes the nail plate more durable, and also protects living cells from harmful chemical elements that are included in the varnish.

The basic foundation is an essential step in nail extension. It strengthens the contact between the nail plate and the decorative components.

As a rule, the need to use the foundation arises in women with weakened nails, this gel protects the nail plate from chips, cracks and other injuries.

Some women, in general, prefer to do only the base without the use of color coat and top. Such nails look quite natural and natural.

Sometimes the basecoat becomes an effective tool against white dots. Thus, it has several functions and is always used when performing professional manicure.

Most often, the remedy is a colorless substance, however, there are varieties of nude or pale pink. Typically, a gel consists of a polymer or silica gel - these components are of natural origin and are not harmful to human health. Different types of basic coverage are classified according to their content and functions. There are several varieties.

• Rubber. The most popular view. Its main function is strengthening. Due to the content of rubber, the texture of the product becomes dense and thick, which makes the procedure for aligning the nail plate and coating the nail with colored gel significantly easier. It is used before coating the nail with gel or before building.
• Silicone Most often, the product is a sticker in the form of a nail, which is applied to the nail plate. Due to this base, the nail becomes strong, stiff, in addition, when updating the manicure, it is much easier and less traumatic to remove such a base.
• Acrylic The content of this product combines the components of a classic base and acrylic powder. The main application was found in nail extension and correction. The stores offer options colorless, white or colored. This variety has a strengthening function.

• Gel. Usually this option is a universal tool that includes a base, color and top. The coating is made on a gel basis. It is easy to apply, camouflages defects on the nail plate, but it cannot be said that the effect lasts a long time. This is a single phase product.
• Therapeutic. It is used to treat nails. Most of all, living cells are damaged under acrylic. Therefore, during the rest of the nail plates from the acrylic coating, a special base is used with vitamins E and D, which make the nails less brittle, contribute to the processes of cell regeneration and the healing of the entire nail.

• Water based. It is used for pigmented varnish, cannot be used for gel polish. A great option for pregnant women, allergy sufferers and children, as harmful elements in it are kept to a minimum.
• Latex. It’s difficult to call this tool a base, but it performs one of the functions of the classical base - it allows you to apply a color layer without leaving the nail. Liquid latex is used at home, when performing a professional manicure it is not necessary.

Going to the store for the basic foundation for manicure, when choosing a tool follow the recommendations of professional masters of the nail industry.

• Pick the base, color and top of the same brand. The integrated use of means of a single production is characterized by greater efficiency.
• Pay attention to gels containing vitamins, proteins, silk and other healing elements. They will not only protect living tissues from chemicals, but also have a healing effect.
• In no case do not take material on a stock that has an expiration date. An expired product loses all its qualities and can have a negative effect on the condition of the nails.
• If roughness is characteristic of nails, then it is better to give preference to thick gels, they well hide all defects of the nail plate. The rubber variety has equalizing properties.

• Do not pass by means of "two in one" combining base and top. It is very convenient, economical, and the quality of manicure does not suffer at all.
• Examine your own body, perhaps some components can provoke an allergic reaction, and then the selection of funds should be carried out taking into account individual characteristics. Often in such cases, it is recommended to choose a base with anti-allergenic effect.
• The most correct decision is to entrust the choice of basic coverage to a professional.

Even choosing a high-quality basic coating, without experience and dexterity, a good manicure will not work, so many masters begin their journey to the career of a professional manicure master with training on models. The first steps to successful work begin with a basic foundation. The quality, strength and design of the next color layer depend on this. Listen to the advice of specialists in applying the base.

• We begin manicure with the preparation of the nail plate. We remove the old coating, process the surface, carefully cut the cuticle with special scissors or nippers.
• We process nails with buff. We especially smooth the surface in the cuticle area and at the edges.
• We create the shape of the nail by means of a file, we eliminate all irregularities and other damage to the nails and skin around the nail.

• Each nail is treated with nail polish remover. This tool helps to eliminate excess fat from the nail plate.
• Next, cover the nails with an acid-free primer and dry each nail in the UV lamp for half a minute. This coating will have a positive effect on the adhesion of the surface of the nail to the base base.
• We apply the base on the nail plate. This should be done so as not to touch the skin or area of ​​the cuticle. Dry the nails for about three minutes.
• We proceed to the next stages of professional manicure.

Having mastered the step-by-step technique of applying the base, you can familiarize yourself with other nuances of using this coating.

• The basic base can be applied in two or three layers, especially for liquid-based products.
• The more layers are applied, the longer you should dry your nails in a UV lamp.
• To make sure that the main coating is applied correctly, you need to carefully study the shape of the nail. A dried nail that is evenly and correctly covered with a base will have a glossy uniform gloss.
• If the product is thickened, then you can not dilute it with acetone or alcohol. To get out of the situation will allow dilution of the vial with a similar composition of the same manufacturer.
• Strengthening bases must be applied to a clean nail without degreasing, as this procedure dries and spoils the nail plate. The same applies to remedies. It is better to do with salt baths or herbal decoction. Degreasing is necessary only if the base is used under gel polish or rubber base.

High reviews of professionals received products from several manufacturers.

• Chanel. The base coat of Beaute des ongles Protective Base Coat contains a firming oil that makes the enamel strong, strong, living tissues are not covered with a yellowish tint under the negative influence of varnish. Ease of application is achieved with a soft, wide brush.

• Essie The universal tool All in one base includes the properties of the base and top. A plus of the product is vitamins and argan oil contained in the gel, thanks to which the nails are strengthened and saturated with useful components.

• Orly. The rubber base of the Nail Bonder Treatment has properties that protect the nail plate from mechanical stress, smooth it and make it stronger. Among the advantages, it is noted, among other things, that it dries quickly and there is no need to use a UV lamp.

• Kapous Lagel. Judging by the reviews of experts, this product lays quite well on the surface of the nail, does not spread, the bottle has a convenient brush. And also the pluses include the content of vitamins B5 and E.

• BS Gellac. A great option for ladies with thin and weak nails. Special properties significantly reduce the fragility of nails, smooth them, strengthen. One of the most popular domestic manufacturers.

• Rio Profi The rubber base Rio Profi Rubber Base is suitable for use in combination with products from other manufacturers, as its components combine well with foreign matter. Specialists distinguish light application and a thick consistency. Another high-quality product of Russian production.

• Vogue. Vogue Nails base has a sticky layer and is characterized by a medium thick texture.Professionals recommend using it with an acid-free primer, as well as covering the nails with this tool in two layers. Production Russia.

• CND. The basis of CND Shellac Base Coat has anti-allergenic properties, since it does not contain toluene and dibutyl phthalate, which allows allergy sufferers and pregnant women to use it. Nails eat well under this base coat and strengthen. In addition, this product qualitatively interlocks the nail plate and the color layer.

• Irisk Chinese-made Irisk Rubber Base It makes the nails even, gives the surface a structure suitable for adhesion to the varnish. The product itself is quite flexible.

• Bluesky Shellac Base. It is easily applied to the nail plate, evens out defects, does not spread. Of the pros, a convenient brush is noted, of the minuses - the absence of vitamins in the composition and complex removal during correction.

• Kodi. A rubber product that is characterized by a thick consistency. Judging by the reviews of experts, it is very convenient to apply, smooths out irregularities in the nail plate.

• TNL The rubber base of Rubber TNL is a thick transparent agent that fits well on the nails and gives the nail plate a flat surface.

Most customer reviews focus on the basic foundation of the Kodi brand. This option is the easiest to order. The product is offered at an average price. Of the pluses, easy application of the gel stands out, it practically does not spread on the surface. A very comfortable brush allows you to achieve a good result. The consistency is thick, due to this the base does not drain under the nail rollers. Excellent protection of the Kodi base against chips and cracks is noted. Of the minuses, a specific smell and pain during drying in a UV lamp stand out.

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