Beauty
Its the Goldilocks alternative to acrylics and gels.
Polygel is a true blend of acrylic andgel nail polish formulas.
And, despite the polishs staying power, it actually appears thinner and feels lighter on the nail.
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How To Do Polygel Nails
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Stock Up On Polygel Essentials
First things first: acquire Polygel.
For reference, the majority of the Polygel process is similar to that of regular gel.
After that, a gel base coat is applied and cured with a UV lamp.
Once its in place, the base works to adhere the length to your nails.
From there, brush the polish onto the nail and let each layer set.
For extensions or tips brush the polish onto your preferred tip shape and length, then set.
(This simply means less shaping later.)
But before you soak, Aaron recommendsfilingthe hard top coat with a file to make the removal process easier.
As far as damaging to your nail plate, the removal makes all the difference, she says.
This article was originally published onNovember 16, 2021
