LAnd false nails, known by the technical name of “gel tip” or the reconstructed ones, they allow to lengthen and reshape the shape of the nail, only minimally affecting the natural base. Ideal for those with short lengths and small nails, gel or tip reconstructions give an elegant and tapered look to the hand giving the possibility to create endless manicures.
False nails or reconstruction: the differences
“When it comes to nail reconstruction it is important to identify the right techniques and professional products to rely on» begins to explain Alice Iantorno, Nail Artist Director by PassioneNails.
«The “gel tips”, also known as false nails, they are made of a special gel-soluble material and can be applied to natural nails to create square, oval, almond and ballerina shaped structural extensions. Therefore, there are different types and in different colors. They represent the solution ideal to apply on very short nail beds and if you want to obtain a uniform effect on the whole hand».
A strong point of the “gel tips” is certainly «the speed with which the nail technician can do the job. The reconstruction with gel builders is instead the most suitable method to fix trauma or intervene on a specific irregularity of the nail».
Application and care
«Getting a perfect manicure with false nails is actually very simple. After preparing the natural base it is sufficient to adhere the false nail using a specific nail polish and performing the polymerization with the UV lamp for 30 seconds. Only caution? Take care to press well on the tip, to ensure perfect adhesion”.
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«Then we proceed with the filing – to regulate its length – and with any nail art or colored nail polish. The process obtained is as resistant as the classic gel reconstruction and therefore does not require particular attention. It can last up to 4 weeks and can be retouched with the refill technique».
False nails: how to remove them safely
«A strong point of the “gel tips” or false nails is that you can use the soak-off method, very delicate and not very aggressive».
“It will therefore be necessary carefully dull the surface of the nail with a buffer or a suitable file, pour the remover product (such as acetone) onto a cotton pad and keep it on for about ten minutes. Subsequently it will be possible to remove the residues and eliminate the excess product. As an alternative to this method, it is possible to proceed with the removal using the cutter or the files».
What to watch out for
«Whatever shape your nails are, whether short or long, what really matters when doing a reconstruction is to use good quality products. In fact, the truth is that no technique if performed correctly risks ruining natural nails: what compromises their health are products that are too aggressive or work performed too quickly» assures the expert.
“What really matters is pay close attention not to stress or create trauma to the nail. By following this simple advice, it will be possible to create manicures with very long but resistant, trendy nails that follow the style and taste of the client» concludes the Passione Nails expert.
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