Nail extension lamps: types and tips for choosing

Beautiful and well-groomed hands are the calling card of every woman. However, not all representatives of the fairer sex can boast of a strong and even nail plate, which could become a reliable basis for a beautiful and high-quality manicure. Experts in this field offer a decorative procedure that will help not only to form the necessary length of the nail, but also strengthen the nail plate, remove brittleness and weakness of the nails.

Nail extension is a popular and popular procedure that can be done not only in expensive beauty salons, but also at home.

Artificial increase in the length of the nail plate is an expensive service that all modern beauty salons provide. For significant budget savings, you can independently make an original and beautiful manicure without leaving your home.

Before starting work, you must carefully study the technology of nail extensions and purchase the necessary tools. Following the advice of professional masters and having high-quality working devices, you can simulate beautiful nails that will hide all defects and emphasize the chosen image and style.

In specialized stores you can see starter kits for beginners, which include all the necessary equipment. The most important element of this kit is a special lamp, which is designed for the polymerization of the working material. The quality of the created coating depends on the choice of this device.The drying period of the applied material depends on the lamp power, the number of layers used and the structure of the gel.

For artificial modeling of the nail plate, specialists use several types of materials:

• acrylic - used to create thin and strong matte nails;
• gel - an elastic material that has a glossy structure and is used for soft nails;
• glue powder - modeling material, the products of which have the smallest life;
• fabric - this group of materials includes silk and fiberberglass, which are used to correct manicure from gel and acrylic.

Advantages of artificial nails:

• strength;
• flat and smooth surface;
• protection of the surface of nails from mechanical damage and the action of aggressive external factors;
• creation of high-quality art painting of nails.

Disadvantages:

• the need for timely and regular correction;
• peeling of the natural nail plate from the base due to shrinkage of artificial material.

A drying lamp is a special device, without which it is impossible to carry out the process of modeling a nail plate. In specialized stores you can see several types of lamps that have different capacities.

Such devices have a narrow scope and are used only for drying varnishes marked with LED. This device has a low price range and is suitable only for beginners. In this type of apparatus incandescent bulbs with phosphor spraying are used, the speed and quality of coating drying depends on the amount of them. For sculptural modeling, the number of bulbs in the lamp should not be less than 4 pieces. The main disadvantages of the ultraviolet device are: large size, the need for frequent replacement of component parts, rapid combustion of special spraying.

These dryers are based on ultraviolet lamps. The main feature is the presence of special gas in the radiating elements. Advantages: a long period of operation, the ability to use for all types of coatings, the absence of overheating and the need for regular replacement of components, the consumption of a small amount of electricity. Disadvantages: high price range, the complexity of the process of replacing the heating spring, the inability to dry LED-gels.

A universal type of device that is used in professional beauty salons. Manufacturers produce two types of lamps - LED + CCFL and UV + LED.

LED + CCFL lamp consists of fluorescent and heating elements and has a universal purpose. Disadvantages: large mass and size, high price. Advantages: long period of operation, replacement of elements only if necessary.

UV + LED lamp is the latest development of manufacturers. Advantages: high power, universal purpose, resistance to various types of breakdowns, small size, long period of use and a wide price range, which allows you to purchase the device for both home and professional use.

The main criterion for choosing the right device is the type of coating used. Before using the material, be sure to pay attention to the information and labeling that the manufacturer indicates on the packaging.

Types of marking:

• LED - only LED device is used;
• UV - it is possible to use a UV device or CCFL dryer;
• LED / UV - all types of dryers are used.

To create a quality manicure, you must responsibly approach the choice of a drying apparatus. The power of dryers should not be less than 36 watts. Experts recommend purchasing hybrid devices that are durable and versatile.

The following factors influence the cost of this equipment:

• country of origin - European products have a high price range;
• brand name - products of well-known manufacturers are more expensive;
• number of auxiliary functions;
• type of material the body is made of;
• power.

Professional craftsmen recommend purchasing popular products from well-known manufacturers, the components of which can be purchased at any household appliance store. Before choosing the type of housing, you need to know the purpose of the device. For home use, it makes no sense to overpay for an iron case, but if you move the device frequently, you should not save on its reliability. Such auxiliary functions as cold blowing, timer, radio and autonomous power supply will significantly increase the price. Devices with a large number of additional functions are necessary for professional masters and elite beauty salons.

If it is not possible to use drying machines for the polymerization of gel polish or the occurrence of an allergic reaction to ultraviolet radiation, experts recommend purchasing coatings insensitive to light radiation.

The process of building up this type of material occurs under the action of a special substance that must be applied to the work surface. A special composition is applied by spraying or extruding from a bottle. Innovative technologies have allowed manufacturers to produce a gel that hardens in contact with ordinary cold water. To completely harden the applied composition, it is enough to dip your hands in a container with cold water for 5 minutes.

Using the acrylic method of modifying the nail plate, you don’t have to buy a special lamp at all. The tubeless method of nail extension involves the use of flexible tips, the elasticity of which can be checked by longitudinal bending.

Among the main advantages of this method, it is necessary to highlight the following:

• low cost;
• ease of use;
• lack of professional skills.

Disadvantages:

• short period of operation;
• instability to mechanical damage;
• low aesthetic appearance.

To perform these works, it is necessary to purchase nail files, special glue, powder glue, tweezers, activator, decorating varnish. Before starting to perform these works, it is necessary to carefully study the building technique and the advice of professional masters. Dry and model polymer material only in ventilated areas.

Visiting beauty salons in order to create a beautiful and high-quality manicure is an integral part of every woman’s life. The high intensity of life of the fairer sex does not always allow you to devote a lot of time to creating an impeccable image. Modern technologies and innovative developments of manufacturers of decorative cosmetics and specialized household appliances make it possible to increase and strengthen the nail plate at home. This procedure will not take much time and significantly reduce financial costs.

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