Durable manicure for vacation. Nail gels for summer

Before the long-awaited vacation, each of us wants to prepare perfectly, so that we can have peace of mind and feel great during the trip! We want to be the best versions of ourselves, and preparation is not only shopping for fashionable summer outfits or packing suitcases and makeup bags but also taking care of the perfect look - skin, hair, eyebrows, eyelashes, and of course.... nails!

When going on vacation, a gel manicure or hybrid nails are an excellent solution. Why? Mainly due to the durability of styles created using these methods. Nail gels or hybrid polishes stay intact for up to 4 weeks! Still, have any doubts? Keep reading, and we will dispel them!

Why choose nail gels for a summer manicure?

Nail extension gels have gained a huge number of fans among professional stylists and women who take care of their nails themselves. There are many reasons to choose this method.

First, by choosing a gel nail kit, you can be sure that the nail plate – yours or your client's, will not be damaged in any way but will gain additional strength. Of course, the condition is the ability to properly work with the product. Thanks to hardening, nails are durable – they do not break and do not get damaged. The exceptional durability means that a gel manicure can easily last 3, or even 4 weeks of wear.

When creating a summer manicure with gel, you can extend the nail plate to any length, giving the nails a chosen shape.

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How to apply gel to nails?

You have already learned what advantages nail gels offer. It's time to learn the correct way to apply them.

As with any styling, the first step in a gel manicure is to thoroughly prepare the nail plate and work on the cuticles.

Next, the base. A thin layer of quality gel base is enough for the nails to be ready for a portion of gel.

After hardening the base, it's time for the gel.

1. If you are extending the nails, first match the appropriate template to each of them.
2. Apply a thin layer of gel to the nails using a brush. Cure the lamp according to the manufacturer's instructions.
3. Now the second layer. Form a gel ball and evenly spread the product on the nail surface. The more precisely you do this, the more beautiful and professional the final effect will be! Guide the brush from the cuticle area to the free edge. Each layer of gel requires wiping with a cleanser.
   Tip: When applying the gel, try not to lift the brush from the nail surface.
   This will help avoid unevenness.
4. Cure the gel in the UV/LED lamp, following the instructions on the packaging of the product you are using.
   Tip: After removing your hand from the lamp, always gently check if the previously applied layer has cured properly. This way, you can be sure that the styling will last flawlessly for several weeks.
5. Now, using tools – a milling cutter or a file, make all necessary corrections. Correct visible unevenness and make your manicure perfect in every detail!
6. It's time for the more creative part. Choosing the color, style, possible decorations, and finish. For the holiday period, multicolored patterns and drawings in the summer vibe (palms, tropical flowers, or fruits) or, for example, neon ombre will be a great idea! Dare to go wild this summer!
7. Don't forget to finish the styling with a top coat. And you're done! Just some cuticle care with nourishing oil, cream, or hand lotion, and you can enjoy beautiful nails throughout your vacation, and even longer!

Gel nail kit. Starter products and accessories

We have already presented you with all the steps of a gel manicure. If you are a beginner stylist or just completing a set of products for home use to create fashionable gel styles yourself, the following list is for you! What do you need to get to do a gel manicure from scratch?

Products:

• hand disinfectant
• primer for gel products
• cleanser
• gel (chosen according to your individual needs and preferences) cuticle oil and hand lotion.

Devices and accessories:

• UV/LED lamp of appropriate power
• cuticle pusher
• lint-free wipes
• templates (if extending nails)
• gel brush
• file or milling cutter
• buffing block.

What are the advantages of a hybrid manicure for summer?

You have already learned the benefits of gel nails and how to apply gel as well as what you specifically need to do it yourself. Are you hesitating about whether you should choose gels or hybrid nails? Here is a short list of the biggest advantages of hybrid manicure:

• natural look of nails
• ease and speed of execution
• safety of the process
• WOW effect for several weeks
• huge selection of colors and finishes of hybrid polishes
• durability and resistance of the styling to damage.