Everything about manicure
1. BASIC POLISH
Basic Polish is painting it on yourself or hit up your manicure spot for a pristine application (complete with hand massage, might we add). Just make sure you spend ample time under the nail dryer or you'll risk those dreaded dings on the way out.
2. SHELLAC
Shellac is probably what you’re getting when you book a gel manicure. It’s basically a hybrid of gel and nail polish that’s cured and hardened with a UV light. The word Shellac is actually just the trademark name of CND, the first company to invent and register this type of polish. It’s less hard than gel and soaks off with acetone.
3. GEL
Gel is also known as “hard gel,” it can be applied over natural or fake nails. The main difference from Shellac (or soak-off gel) is that you can extend the length of the nail, which can be sculpted and shaped just like acrylic.
4. ACRYLIC
Acrylic is nail extensions. It’s a combination of a liquid and powder that creates a hard protective layer over your natural nail and false tips. The mixture hardens from exposure to air and creates a transparent canvas for regular nail polish.
There you have it – Shellac manicures 101 complete! Hopefully, you understand more about Shellac and gel manicures now. If you have any questions, feel free to message or email us Tt Nails Studio, one of the best nails salon in Portsmouth.
