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Is it necessary to remove the sticky layer?

During the manicure application process, each component has its own sticky layer. This helps the material adhere to each other. You cannot remove the sticky layer from each component, otherwise your manicure will not last as long as you would like. When should you remove the sticky layer of gel polish? The only time this needs to be done is at the very end, after you cover the gel polish with topcoat. Removing it is quite simple, just take a lint-free cloth, dip it in a special product and wipe the nail.

Many clients are perplexed and ask: “Why remove the sticky layer?” The experts unanimously answer that the sticky layer can become a real problem, and this is caused not only by the discomfort of wearing such a coating. The fact is that it contains allergens that can be very dangerous upon contact with the skin or respiratory tract. Sooner or later, these allergens can manifest themselves and greatly harm the body.

Recommendations for use

How to properly apply and remove gel polish:

before applying the composition, it is necessary to degrease the surface, file the nails, remove the cuticle;
The base coat is applied in a non-greasy layer and dried in a special lamp; two minutes is enough;
apply the next layer of colored base coat, place your hand in the lamp again, hold it there for two minutes;
the fixing agent is applied and the nail is dried again for two minutes;
remove the sticky layer using specialized professional liquids.

To remove gel polish, you will need to proceed in the following order:

use a polishing buff to remove shine from the nail;
Apply a special liquid for removing gel polishes to cotton wool or a napkin, wrap each finger with foil for fifteen minutes;
After the specified time, remove the residue using a pusher or manicure spatula.

For more information about what a sticky layer is, see the video below.

When there is no need to remove

There is a myth that if you do not remove the sticky layer, it will cause the gel polish to stay on your nails for less time. This is completely false, since practice has shown that manicure lasts equally long both with and without a sticky layer. Rather, on the contrary, if the base and gel polish of the same company are used, then it is not even worth removing it, since it strengthens the surface.

It is removed only after the top layer has dried under the lamp.

It must be remembered that the longer the drying process continues, the better the coating holds and pleases with its attractiveness.

Why do you need a top with a sticky layer?

A top coat with a sticky layer is recommended if your nails are flexible and bend easily. The fact is that the finish with dispersion is itself more elastic, which allows it not to crack on bending nails, keeping the coating shiny and beautiful for a longer period of time.
This top is also often used for different types of designs. One of the most popular is foil imprinting on a sticky layer. If you make a design on gel polish with stencils, then it is also more convenient to attach them to the adhesive layer.

Will there be a sticky layer on the base?

Many people know that there are tops without a sticky layer. But it is unlikely that you will be able to find a base with such a feature on sale.

Why is that? Because in some cases the stickiness of the top interferes with the master. Non-dispersion material is used for complex designs. For example, it is used to color rhinestones and bouillons. Removing stickiness from a non-uniform surface is extremely problematic.

The base is top coated with varnish, gel or top without fail. The craftsman does not have to wipe the material lying in the thin crevices between the rhinestones and opals. Even if the stickiness is not needed, it is quite easy to remove it from the base. Therefore, almost all bases on the market are not without this stickiness. When buying a new material, be sure that after drying you will find stickiness.

The most popular brands of gel polishes

One of the first companies to appear on the Russian market is CND. We also call it “shellac”. Premium quality, average price and safe removal method. Buy a CND cleaner right away - it turns the coating into powder when removed - you don't have to use a nail file. Slightly overpriced for an average bottle size of 7.3 ml.

For unknown reasons, OPI is less popular than CND, but is not inferior in quality. On the contrary, a thinner coating, durability and mirror gloss. The volume of the bottle is larger - 15 ml at the same price. Lovers of high quality should appreciate it.

The leader of the European market is Gelish. It has a safe composition, which helped the American brand win the love of Europeans. It is easily removed, as if it dissolves - convenient to use at home. Large palette of colors - choose to suit your taste. Volume – 15 ml.

A well-known brand is KODI. Made by Americans, which guarantees high quality. They use an innovative formula with rubber without an unpleasant odor - ensures safety of use. It is applied in a thin layer, so you need to fill your hand. The price is reasonable - about 500 rubles for a 7 ml bottle.

The LAQUE RUNAIL company pleases with its price - an inexpensive brand. It has proven itself to be used both in the salon and at home. No chips or cracks are formed. Ideal for beginners. Thick consistency, powerful pigmentation and saturation are excellent characteristics for a Russian manufacturer.

Before sawdust

Thick bases are used not only to ensure adhesion between the nail bed and the decorative coating. Using this material you can level the nail plate and even complete the missing corners.

Of course, to get perfect highlights, you need experience, dexterity and theoretical knowledge. For a beginning craftswoman, the result may be the opposite: the base will not level the surface, but, on the contrary, will distort it. Material that is not laid out correctly can form sagging and bumps when baked in a lamp. What to do in this case? Will we really have to do a complete dismantling and start all over again?

Fortunately, the situation can usually be corrected with a file. It is enough to simply polish the tubercles and thickenings well, removing excess volume. But before you pick up the file, you need to remove the sticky layer from the base. Otherwise, you will get dirt and you won’t be able to get the job done quickly. Sanding a sticky surface is a waste of time. Wipe the nail, getting rid of the dispersion layer.

Significant Aspects

Watch the video carefully to remember the correctness and nuances of the removal procedure.

The success of creating a manicure depends not only on skill, but also on the quality of the products used. Experienced nail industry professionals recommend using all the necessary components from one brand. In this case, it is desirable that the brand be fairly well-known and proven to be the best. The sticky layer of the base should be removed not with cotton pads, but with special lint-free wipes. In this case, you will avoid sticking of small fibers. It’s also worth moistening the napkin well and changing it at least twice.

What to do if the sticky layer comes off with the varnish?

Often, after polymerization and removal of the dispersion layer, the gel varnish itself goes along with the napkin. What is the problem and how to avoid this unpleasant phenomenon? Think about it, you may be making the following mistakes:

Do not dry the varnish completely. Check the timer on the lamp and adjust the drying time depending on the manufacturer's requirements;
replace the lamps. There is a possibility that it is your lamp that is faulty, then you just need to change the light source to a more advanced and new one;
Perhaps this defect is caused by poor-quality liquid. Check its composition for the presence of acetone. If its percentage is exceeded, either do not use this bottle, or try diluting it with water;
if there is more pigment in a color gel than necessary, then with a considerable degree of probability it will not polymerize well;
Pressing the plate too hard while removing the dispersed layer can also cause imperfections. Your movements should be progressive and soft.

Almost certainly, when “holes” form in the coating, one of the above reasons is to blame. Analyze the information and correct your mistake.

How to choose a cleaner

compound . Make sure that the composition contains oils - lavender, rosemary. And extracts, for example, chamomile. Additional components take care of the nail and allow the cleanser not to dry out the skin;
clinsers with pump dispenser . They are much more convenient to use and allow you not to be distracted by wetting the napkin;
smell. A pungent odor, both chemical and fragrance, can cause headaches if inhaled for a long time. Try to purchase cleansers with an unobtrusive smell.

What medications from the medicine cabinet can remove nail polish?

A home first aid kit can also become an indispensable assistant in manicure. You just need to look for one of the remedies listed below and try it in action.

Medical alcohol

This is a universal product that you just need to wipe the nail plates without much effort. However, alcohol-containing compounds dry out the skin and nails very much, so after removing the polish, you need to wash your hands under water and apply a nourishing cream.

Hydrogen peroxide

Another way to remove annoying coating. You can simply wipe off the product with peroxide or make a bath with water and remove the varnish later, after dipping your fingers in the liquid for a few minutes.

When to remove the coating

Correction must be carried out once every 3-4 weeks. It depends on how fast your nails grow. Renewing your manicure less often is dangerous for the health of your nail plates.

Gel polish has gained popularity among girls all over the world: it lasts a long time, makes it possible to create unique designs and is widely available. To ensure that your nails always look well-groomed, you need to carry out corrections on time and monitor the condition of the plates.

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If the products are of different brands

It happens that the base and gel polish used are not from the same manufacturer, and the girl wonders whether there will be incompatibility between these two products. It must be said that at the final stage, when the polymerization process occurs, the formed sticky layer must be removed, since it can cause allergies. Moreover, it is because of it that sometimes the desired effect on the nails is not achieved, since most of the shades turn out dull.

That is, in the case when the products used are of different brands, it is necessary to remove the sticky layer, since there is no point in experimenting with how they behave with each other.

The nail plate is also degreased before applying the primer.

Many experts agree that the sticky layer is the first enemy of health, since the components in it damage the skin, respiratory tract, and cause a severe allergic reaction.

In this case, color deterioration is not the biggest problem faced by a nail artist.

The sticky layer is wiped off with an alcohol-containing solution using a simple napkin.

Best pre-primers

It is often recommended to use a prep primer before using a classic primer. The advantage of the drug is the fact that there is no negative effect on the structure of the nail plate. Not many people know what a nail primer of the “Bond” variety is. This product is recommended to be used only before the extension material is applied.

The most popular pre-primers include the following types:

Hong Kong remedy is a universal primer that is used as a primer and can be used as a base coat. The cost of the product is quite affordable - 500 rubles.
Cheap nail product "inGarden" , which will cost customers only 230 rubles, has fairly high adhesive properties and effectively degreases the surface. The advantage of the product is its safety for the nail plate and the skin around it.
High-quality YOKO primer has good adhesion properties and demonstrates high-quality adhesion. The price of the product is about 300 rubles.
EzFlow degreasing liquid does not contain dyes or flavors , therefore it does not cause irritation or an allergic reaction. The primer dries almost instantly, but the cost of the product is quite high - 1000 rubles.
The “CND” primer is rightfully considered one of the highest quality , but has a high cost - 1150 rubles. It is great for use on weak, thin nails and will provide durable and high-quality extensions. Thanks to the unique formula of the composition, the primer is hypoallergenic and does not cause burning or burning.

What do the experts think?

It is always worth looking at the manufacturer’s recommendations, since it is the instructions that indicate the specifics of using nail design products. If there is no information about this on the bottle, then you should go to the official website, where it will definitely be. This will not only allow you to create a more lasting manicure, but also not spoil the expensive material.

Experts with extensive experience in the field of nail design say that the sticky layer creates the basis for adhesion , so it is better to leave it, but for the same reason it is necessary to use the products of one company, so as not to encounter an unpleasant surprise later.

Each new layer of gel polish should be applied either to the same sticky coating, or hemmed well, that is, polish the nail plate.

If this is not done, peeling will occur, which is the main reason why a manicure lasts less time than expected.

In this case, we can recommend to novice masters and girls who want to do their own manicure at home that they follow the following recommendations to keep the gel polish on their nails longer:

A primer must be used; it helps to create the necessary geodesy, that is, adhesion, between the nail plate and the coating;
the natural nail must be thoroughly cleaned with a dehydrator or a special degreasing compound;
remove the sticky layer only on the fixing, finishing or base coating.

An allergic reaction occurs in a small percentage of women, so experienced specialists say that if it didn’t happen the first time, it won’t appear the second time, but the duration of the manicure will increase significantly.

In the case when a woman is allergic to the material, then it cannot be used at all, it’s not just the remaining sticky layer.