Glitterbels provide a huge range of gel polishes for professionals. Our nail gels are beautiful, bright and made to last. Our nail gels come in an array of colours to compliment any complexion. Our nail gel polishes are the holy grail of nail polishes for professionals.
What's the difference between gel and nail polish?
Gel polish requires UV light to polymerise or cure. UV gels are made up of oligomers (which are short chains of monomers), photo-initiators (which start the chemical reaction) and catalysts (which control the speed of the reaction). Nail polishes consist of polymer molecules, colour pigment, and solvents which evaporate causing the product to air dry. Typically gel polish lasts around 2-3 weeks where as nail polish lasts a few days.
How long does Glitterbels gel nail polish last?
If the correct application process is followed and the client follows the correct aftercare advice, Glitterbels gel polish lasts around 2-3 weeks.
Does gel nail polish need UV light?
Gel polish requires UV light to polymerise or cure. The gel needs to be cured in a lamp that emits the correct UV wavelengths, for the correct amount of time. It is extremely important to achieve a proper cure, which is when at least 80% of the gel is cured.
How do you remove gel nail polish?
Acetone is used to remove gel polish. The most effective method is to file the surface of the gel, apply cuticle oil, and then wrap the nails in foil wraps soaked in acetone. After 10-12 minutes remove the foil and the gel should lift away. If any gel remains on the nail soak for a further few minutes until all of the gel lifts away from the nail.
Does Glitterbels gel nail polish peel off?
Providing the nail plate has been prepared correctly, the gel has been fully cured and the correct application method has been followed, Glitterbels gel polish will bond to the nail plate for the recommended wear time.
