Semi-cured gel wraps are revolutionary nail products that have changed how we view getting neat and manicured nails. What used to require visiting a nail technician is now something we can do from the comfort of our homes. However, you still need to have some basic tools if you want your gel nails to look half as good as that done by a professional. This article looks at the different tools needed and how to use them properly.
There are different stages of applying a semi-cured gel wrap on your fingers. The first is the preparation, followed by the application and finishing. There are also optional tools you can use depending on your preferences. Here are the tools necessary to do it yourself.
Nail Prep Tools
These are the tools needed to prepare your nails for the gel wraps.
Nail Scissors
This is a tool needed during nail prep and application. In nail prepping, this is used to cut down excess nails and prepare them for the gel wraps.
Nail File
This tool prepares your nails for the semi-cured gel wraps. It’s used to shape and smooth your fingernails before you apply the gel wraps. For the best result, it’s best to use a 180/240 nail file, as it gives you an even smoother finish for an even smoother finish.
Cuticle Pusher
This is the next tool you must have. This pushes your cuticles to the back to create an even cleaner nail that you can work with. Understand that some cuticles overlap on the nails too much. This tool helps push them off.
Cuticle Trimmer
After the curricle pusher is the trimmer. This is used to further clear unwanted cuticles around the nails. Only use this when you have rough nails to make this neater. Be careful with this, as it could injure you when mishandled.
Application Tools
An Alcohol Pad
This sometimes comes included with your semi-cured gel nails. The alcohol pad is used to apply alcohol on your nails, cleaning them of any blemishes and excess oils that wouldn’t let the gel wrap stick to your nails.
Semi-Cured Gel Wraps
Once you’ve wiped your nails clean, you need the semi-cured gel wraps to fix your nails. They are brought out from the package soft, and you have to place them on your nails to your desired shape.
A UV or LED Lamp
After applying, you need this tool to make the nail hard since it is applied soft. Air-drying your nails will take some hours, whereas this tool dries them in a matter of minutes.
Nail Scissors & Nail File
Since you already have this tool, you will need it again during application. The scissors are used to trim the applied nails to the desired length and shape. The file is used to smoothen things out.
Finishing Tools
Top Coat
This is a liquid formula used to seal the design of the nails and add a glossy, shiny finish to it. After applying, place it under the UV light to properly cure.
Cuticle Stick
This tool is only necessary to remove the nails. The nails often experience wear and tear after being used for a while. A cuticle stick helps make the removal process easy.
Final Thoughts
There are also optional tools you can get to spice things up. There is the cuticle revitalizer to clean up your cuticles after nail application and nail art tools if you love designing your nails yourself. With these tools on the ground, all you need is to get your semi-cured gel wraps and apply them to have clean-looking hands.
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