Does the gel nail polish provide strength to the nails. I have a problem of chipping at the tips and cracking where the nail growth starts to extend
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In my experience the gel nail polish is the best. Before I was using acrylic nails and regular nail polish as well. What a mistake! I'm using the gel nail polish for a year and my nails are growing and they are stronger. On the other hand if you want to extend the time ( three weeks or more) add an other layer. I'm doing it and it works perfect for me.
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It does provide strength; that said you must properly apply it and use the light box with each application. I apply the gel polish in a very light shade and then use a regular polish over that. The gel is hard to remove; when reapplying you must file it first and then reapply using all the steps. I also use alcohol after going under the light as it remains tacky. A little swipe of alcohol and that is gone. I hope this helps.
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No, it doesn't. In fact using the necessary Acetone to remove the gel polish is very hard on your nails. So, I definitely recommend getting & using the nail shields, which provides a barrier & you don't have to use Acetone. They still don't strengthen your nails, but they don't cause any further damage.
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Yes, it's a lot like the shellac nails you see other women wearing. However, it's not break proof. I've still broken or chipped a few here and there.
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I've always had strong nails but I find they are even stronger with this polish. They don't break at times when I know they would have if they didn't have polish (like when I hit them while opening something).
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I have found that if you don't prep your nail well before application, the polish will peel easily. However, if you do a good prep, the gel is very hard and you won't be able to pick at your nails!
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Yes. In fact, it keeps your polish last longer because the moisture in the oil keeps your hands nice and the polish doesn't chip and flake fast. Just rub off any excess and you are ready to go. I like to put it on the last thing before I go to bed so it can moisturize the nails and my hands. Very soft in the morning:) Thanks for asking--have a nice day:)
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It helps. My nails got very thin and brittle as well so I stop every now and then for a while. This is good also underneath gel polish.
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This is a thick, self leveling gel that can be used to build a nail tip or a hard nail like shell over a thin or split natural nail. It is not a polish or top coat. It is totally clear and requires a polish in some color to match your nails. So, it can be used with any of your nail colors, but will completely seal, cover and prevent your natural nail from getting any benefits offered by a strengthener or conditioner.
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I do -- it's kind of cool, because I layer Quimica + gel base + gel color + gel top coat and then when it's been about 9-11 days the whole thing will just peel up. And because of the Quimica, *my* nail doesn't get weakened, as it can if you use gel alone.
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No! That's the best part! Not only that but, I've used all different kinds of regular nail polish with this product and it works the same (if not better) then using the CND polish. I love this product! I have saved hundreds of dollars because I do not have to go to a salon to have a gel manicure! It dries quickly and it makes your nails incredibly shiny. Plus, you can use your own nail color so you are not limited to the CND polish colors.
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As Mariah answered below about the groove at the nail bed, I don't put the gel or acrylic that far back I make it look as if the finger needs a fill already!
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Hello,I've just started using this on myself not too long ago so as to whether or not it'll make my nails stronger, I don't know. HOWEVER, you do not need a lamp. I'm guessing Mrs. Cruz might have had a bad bottle or something, and I'm sorry for her, but I use this all the time and I just polish it on my nails like usual and it's usually dry (both coats!) in ~20 mins.Instructions on the back are, "Shake gently. Apply 2 coats to bare nails. Use alone or as a base coat. For maximum strength, apply every third day."I recommend shaking it a good period of time before applying to nails or rolling the bottle as it does leave bubbles on your nails :) Hello,I've just started using this on myself not too long ago so as to whether or not it'll make my nails stronger, I don't know. HOWEVER, you do not need a lamp. I'm guessing Mrs. Cruz might have had a bad bottle or something, and I'm sorry for her, but I use this all the time and I just polish it on my nails like usual and it's usually dry (both coats!) in ~20 mins.Instructions on the back are, "Shake gently. Apply 2 coats to bare nails. Use alone or as a base coat. For maximum strength, apply every third day."I recommend shaking it a good period of time before... » Read More Hello,I've just started using this on myself not too long ago so as to whether or not it'll make my nails stronger, I don't know. HOWEVER, you do not need a lamp. I'm guessing Mrs. Cruz might have had a bad bottle or something, and I'm sorry for her, but I use this all the time and I just polish it on my nails like usual and it's usually dry (both coats!) in ~20 mins.Instructions on the back are, "Shake gently. Apply 2 coats to bare nails. Use alone or as a base coat. For maximum strength, apply every third day."I recommend shaking it a good period of time before applying to nails or rolling the bottle as it does leave bubbles on your nails :) « Show Less
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Hi Smoody, I can think of two reasons your nails are still sticky. Most likely, you skipped the part where you wipe off the remaining residue with the included gel cleanser. You can also use regular rubbing alcohol to wipe off the sticky stuff. That is how the polish is designed, otherwise the layer underneath should be hard and dry after curing. If not, it's possible that you put one of the layers on too thick so it didnt cure properly. Next time, try warming up the bottles in some warm water prior to application. This will thin out the polish for a smoother application. Hope that helps!
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I haven't had any troubles with the nail polish. Maybe you should use a clear top and bottom coat??? I don't know �. Sorry.
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No it's only for acrylic nails. You should try a product called gelousy if you want to do gel. It's great!
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Hi Smoody, I can think of two reasons your nails are still sticky. Most likely, you skipped the part where you wipe off the remaining residue with the included gel cleanser. You can also use regular rubbing alcohol to wipe off the sticky stuff. That is how the polish is designed, otherwise the layer underneath should be hard and dry after curing.If not, it's possible that you put one of the layers on too thick so it didnt cure properly. Next time, try warming up the bottles in some warm water prior to application. This will thin out the polish for a smoother application.Hope that helps! Hi Smoody, I can think of two reasons your nails are still sticky. Most likely, you skipped the part where you wipe off the remaining residue with the included gel cleanser. You can also use regular rubbing alcohol to wipe off the sticky stuff. That is how the polish is designed, otherwise the layer underneath should be hard and dry after curing.If not, it's possible that you put one of the layers on too thick so it didnt cure properly. Next time, try warming up the bottles in some warm water prior to application. This will thin out the polish for a smoother... » Read More Hi Smoody, I can think of two reasons your nails are still sticky. Most likely, you skipped the part where you wipe off the remaining residue with the included gel cleanser. You can also use regular rubbing alcohol to wipe off the sticky stuff. That is how the polish is designed, otherwise the layer underneath should be hard and dry after curing.If not, it's possible that you put one of the layers on too thick so it didnt cure properly. Next time, try warming up the bottles in some warm water prior to application. This will thin out the polish for a smoother application.Hope that helps! « Show Less
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Funny you ask. I ran out of gelish base and top coat. And use a different brand I had. Turned out just as good. Just be sure to use gel products and clean nail bed well. Hope this helps.
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It depends how you do nails. If you do three step process or build nails with nail form than yes an u can also use builder gel as a top coat I also like Tina's clear an pink gel its very durable
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Yes, I used Shellac base and top coat with gelish gel polish on my natural nails. Works really good.
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Yes, if you are using regular nail polish with gel top coat, it still works great! Only recommendation is to let the regular nail polish dry COMPLETELY before adding the gel top coat. If you don't, the regular nail polish will begin to wrinkle.