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If you’re a beauty-lover, you might be wondering if you can do gel manicures at home.
The answer is simple… yes. And with the right gel manicure kit, even a beginner can get shiny, long-lasting results similar to a salon-quality manicure. Not to mention, the entire process is made easier, safer, and more cost-effective in the long run with high-quality gel manicure kits, which is why doing your own manis is the beauty trend you’re seeing everywhere.
Whether you’re looking to save money, make fewer trips to the salon, or have a reason to stay in and pamper yourself, we promise, it’s more doable than you think. Keep reading for a step-by-step guide.
At-home gel manicures used to be something that was exclusively done in a salon due to the need for special lights, formulas, and certain techniques to get the perfect finish. However, recent consumer nail product innovation has since changed all of that. Nowadays, there are at-home gel systems that are:
easy to pick up
nail-safe (when used properly)
a more affordable option
customisable with thousands of shades and finishes
To apply gel polish at home, you need the following products:
This should include a base coat, colour polish, top coat, a few prep tools, and an LED light that cures the polish when it’s applied. This is the most important part of ensuring your nails come out smooth and chip-free.
A nail file, a nail buffer, a cuticle stick, and nail cleanser all ensure the perfect environment for polish adhesion.
And a steady hand when applying ultra-thin layers. Anything thicker and you’re guaranteed some wrinkling and lifting.
We’ll break this down further:
This means removing oils, cutting and shaping, pushing back your cuticles, and gently buffing the surface of your nails.
Place your nails under the LED light for the amount of time recommended on the polish instructions.
“Thin” is the name of the game. Make sure to cure (AKA: place your nails under the LED light) each coat (there’s usually 3–4) for 30 seconds or 60 seconds for shellac gel.
Finish off with a top coat that’ll lock in the colour and give a long-lasting, glossy finish.
So finish your at-home treatment with some cuticle oil to nourish your nail beds after cleaning and somewhat drying them out.
A well-done at-home gel nail application can last 10 to 14 days. The staying power of your gel manicure mostly hinges on how well you prep your nails, the quality of the product, and how much daily wear and tear you dish out.
Yes — if you’re being smart about it. Dermatologists recommend choosing lower-heat LED lamps and avoiding aggressive removal. And, as always, make sure you soak off gel polish with acetone instead of picking it off to protect the integrity of your nails. Again, to be extra cautious, the AAD recommends using sunscreen on the backs of your hands before you put them under the UV light.
Wrap your gel nail polish around the free edge of your nail when you’re applying the layers.
Don’t soak your hands in hot water for a couple of hours after applying.
Hydrate those cuticles daily.
Don’t pick at your gel nail polish.
Can you do gel nails at home? Definitely, and the outcome can be beautiful, long-lasting, and seriously sleek with the right application process, know-how, and set of tools. A great gel polish kit is a purchase that sets you up with everything you need to get started — and gel nail care becomes an easy, creative, and cash-saving investment in your beauty and self-care routine
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