Nail extensions are now a common thing. Some even seek to learn the science of building on their own and experiment the procedure at home. But before starting to work, every girl raises the question: which, strictly speaking, materials are needed for nail extensions?
Ultraviolet lamp
The most important device when increasing gel. Without it, the gel simply does not grasp and all the work will be spoiled. When applying each layer, it is necessary to dry the nails under the lamp. Lamps come in different capacities and sizes. The more powerful the lamp - the faster the gel dries. For professional work, it is better to choose a lamp-tunnel, which allows you to dry your nails immediately on two hands.
Tipsy
If you are going to build up the nails with gel, then you need to buy 10 pieces of tips, and they should be properly selected according to the size and shape of the nails. Little tipsy is not worth buying, otherwise they just will not hold on to your fingers. It is better to take a little larger shapes, which then you can just podpilit to the desired size. As for the nails, if they are classic, then there will be no problems with the choice. If they are convex or flat, then we need to look at the type of tips for these nails. Well, if your nails are also corrugated, ie. wavy, then you will need to purchase a special glue, otherwise they just will not stick.
Adhesive intended for tips
Manufacturers produce two types of glue. One is a thick gel, the setting time of which lasts 0.5-1 minutes. But such glue is not cheap and is intended for those fashionistas with wavy nails, it perfectly fills all dimples and does not accumulate air under the shape. The second type of glue is liquid, and it is most often sold in stores, as the price is acceptable. It freezes in a matter of seconds.
Boat .
Still called his tiposorezom. It is designed for smooth cutting off tip tips or overlay surfaces. When buying it, be sure to pay attention to how the blade is delivered and its sharpness.
Gel for building up
The procedure for choosing the gel that suits you is very difficult. To the decision you have to come by yourself trying out different options. It is worth remembering that gels can be both single-phase, and 2-and 3-phase, colorless and colored. For beginners, it is better to use a colorless gel or a natural shade that can be easily hidden under the varnish.
When building nails on tips, you better get multiphase gels, which contain a constructive layer. This gel does not spread, it keeps the shape well, more dense structure and allows you to quickly form the free edge of the nail.
Brushes
Brushes you need a few. For gel build-up, the brush is flat, plastic and of different widths. Therefore, you need to select them so that they are not great for your nails.
If you use acrylic build-up, then the brushes must be natural. And the nap should be quite tough, the bristles should hold tight and not fall out, and the hairs should not leave traces during staining.
You will also need a brush to remove the spiked artificial nail and dusty residues from the nails and hands.
Manicure Napkins
Recently, it is very popular and an accessory for building. Napkins are devoid of fleecy parts and they can easily remove lacquer. In comparison with cotton wool discs, it's just a find - you do not have to waste your nerves, pulling the hairs from the painted nail.
Primer
Designed for degreasing nail platinum. Note that with the acrylic build-up, the primer should be based on the acid, and for the gel, the primer should be based on the ether. It is preferable to choose a primer from the same system as the gel for building.
Agent for removing the adhesive layer
After holding the nails in the lamp, a sticky layer is formed on the surface of the gel, which must be removed. There are special means for this.
This is certainly not a complete list of necessary accessories for nails. You will also need nail files, orange sticks, cuticle softening agents, cuticle oil, a bezacetone brushes cleanser, etc. But even with such equipment, the most important is your professionalism.