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Popular options for this tend to be a gel or Shellac manicure. In reality, there are quite a few differences between the gel and Shellac; from brands, application and the formula of the polishes. Gelish polish was created in , and was the first gel polish to be available in a bottle.
The brand has been around since , and nail buffs around the world swear by it. The main difference between gel and Shellac polish is the formula. Gelish is a gel form of polish whereas Shellac is actually a form of permanent nail polish as outlined by the Apprentice Beauty Blogger.
A gel polish is liquid gel which is cured under a UV lamp. They are flexible like regular paint but are chip free once set with the UV light. But if you've heard the buzz around shellac nails and assumed that they're the same as the gel mani you can get at almost any nail salon, it's time you gave yourself a little shellac nail lesson.
You see, there are quite a few things you should know about this space-age service. Is it worth the hype? We think so! Not only have we tried it for ourselves, but we also spoke with Jan Arnold , co-founder and style director of Creative Nail Design CND , to get the lowdown on this popular salon service. So, if you're always on the hunt for your next nail venture, you may just find that a shellac manicure is everything you've been looking for. Read on to learn all there is to know about shellac nails, including how it differs from a gel mani.
Meet the Expert. Jan Arnold is co-founder and style director of CND and has been with the company for over 30 years. She is a self-confessed nail fanatic and fashion addict who influenced the change from bare nails to elaborate, fashion-forward manicures on the runway.
Her roster of clients includes Marc Jacobs and Jason Wu. What is shellac? It's a patented system that includes a branded base coat, color coat, and top coat. With over shades, there's something for everyone, from ethereal pinks to dark metallics.
The manicure is cured with a special LED lamp made exclusively for shellac, so there's virtually no drying time , according to Arnold.
This is when ultraviolet UV wavelengths hit molecules called photoinitiators in the gel formula and activate them. Let's tackle the shellac vs. The fact is, the differences between these two nail types are slim, but it does have an effect on your overall manicure experience.
Both can be completed as part of a manicure, making you feel pampered and indulged. Choosing to have your manicure or pedicure done at home in London is a sure fire way to make sure you definitely feel relaxed and spoilt.
You can buy gel polishes and have a go doing them at home. The official CND Shellac treatment is in-salon only. However, at Secret Spa we bring the salon to you. As such, you may not be able to do the treatment yourself — and why would you want to when we can pamper you?! We really do recommend having a professional nail technician do this, especially as it is so low cost.
Take care of your nails between treatments too. Each polish has its pros and cons. You can enjoy a fantastic polish with both. For longer lasting, with more colour options, choose gel. For shine and ease, choose shellac.
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