A soak-off gel polish is a type of nail polish made from a gel-based formula that is cured under a UV or LED lamp to harden and set on the nails. It is widely loved because it provides a long-lasting, glossy finish that can stay chip-free for 2–3 wee
To get the ultimate look for your “at-home” gel nails follow the steps:.
The key differences between gel polish and regular nail polish include their formulas, application methods, durability, and removal processes.1. Formula. 2. Application Process. 3. Durability
For a perfect manicure you have to clean up your nails by removing any other nail polish (if any), clip, file, buff your nails, choose your favorite shape (round, squared, oval, almond, ballerina) and push back your cuticles. After these steps, you h
Professional gel polish requires LED or UV lamps in order to dry. It takes 30 seconds for one layer of gel polish to dry under an LED lamp and 2 minutes under a UV lamp. You can check our collection of lamps here: https://www.madamglam.com/collection
A correctly applied gel manicure, following our steps, can last between 2 and 4 weeks. Please make sure you are following all the steps of the application, including the preparation of your nails.
If the bottle of polish is brand new, we do not recommend shaking it because in most cases, shaking the bottle can create air bubbles that will rise up to the surface. Instead, simply roll the bottle upside down between your hands. When a bottle of c
We recommend you always use a base coat not only for a better application but also for your nail protection. Why? Because the base coat provides a clear and protective layer between your nails and the pigment of the polish. Not to mention, the base c
Of course, you do! Here are some reasons why you should:. A top coat gel (along with a good base gel coat) can help prevent chipping of your manicure, will protect your nails from dust and other small particles, and will make your manicure last longe
Usually, the base and the top coat are created with a unique formula that is compatible with the gel polish colors that Madam Glam created. Please keep in mind that our nail polishes are 21-free, so the results may not be assured if you choose to use
Some of us have short nails because that's the way our nail beds are. Just because your nails might be shorter than average, doesn't mean you can't have a strong nail game. We recommend you hydrate your cuticles and apply cuticle oil. Also, get rid o
Gel nail polishes are formulated to harden when exposed to different sources and types of light. UV light is the mostly invisible form of light that is present in sunlight, tanning lamps, and nail polish lamps. The LED light is a light source that is
Removing Madam Glam's gel polish is super simple! Follow these steps for a smooth and easy process:. Our specialized gel removers are designed to make removal quick and hassle-free. Simply follow the instructions provided with these tools for the bes
Having your nails a little dry or white looking after removing nail polish, is a very common thing. One of the reasons this happens is because of the alcohol there is in the chemical mix of acetone or any other polish remover or nail polish. The othe
You can apply the Top Coat right after you have dried the gel color layer, under a LED or UV lamp.
The Polygel is the perfect hybrid between acrylic and builder gels, which allows you to work at your own speed. What does this mean?. It will not get dry like acrylic does unless you cure it. But it is not as runny as builder gel is. The consistency
The builder gel is like a soak-off gel only way thicker and you need to use it with nail forms or tips depending on your technique. Being way runnier than the polygel, the way you work this one on your nail is completely different, because you cannot