Aftercare
Please remember that with nails, although they feel invincible with Gel Polish on, unfortunately they are not and WILL break or chip if you are not careful with them. It is very important that you follow all aftercare instructions to keep your nails looking their best for as long as possible!
Keep in mind that your nails are the most fragile over the first 24 hours after your service as although the product is ‘set’ or ‘cured’ it does continue to set and cure over this period.
We strongly recommend the use of a good cuticle oil daily (ideally 2-3 times a day), we recommend Dadi oil which is sold in the studio. Cuticle oil keeps the natural nail hydrated and healthy under your product and will help to keep your Gel Polish lasting longer, as the healthier the natural nail is the longer your product will last. It will also help to keep the product flexible and moving with the natural nail which in turn helps the product last longer as it means it is less likely to crack or split!
Wearing gloves when cleaning, doing dishes or gardening – cleaning products and chemicals can not only start to break down your Gel Polish faster but in some cases can also cause staining! Having your hands submerged in hot water for long periods of time can also cause the Gel to begin to break down sooner. Water can also get under the Gel Polish where there is lifting and could potentially become the perfect breeding ground for bacteria, yucky!
Watch out for certain makeup, chlorine, hair dye, purple shampoo, sunscreen, insect repellant and certain items used in cooking such as turmeric as these can all cause staining especially to lighter colours. If you come into contact with any of these wash your hands thoroughly.
NO PICKING! Picking at your Gel Polish is likely to cause damage to your natural nail underneath and can cause premature lifting in the product.
Never treat your nails like tools – Ie opening cans and picking labels is a big no no as this is likely to cause your product to lift or chip due to the pressure on the product.
Return to a nail professional regularly for maintenance or removal.
Keep in mind that your nails are the most fragile over the first 24 hours after your service as although the product is ‘set’ or ‘cured’ it does continue to set and cure over this period.
We strongly recommend the use of a good cuticle oil daily (ideally 2-3 times a day), we recommend Dadi oil which is sold in the studio. Cuticle oil keeps the natural nail hydrated and healthy under your product and will help to keep your Gel Polish lasting longer, as the healthier the natural nail is the longer your product will last. It will also help to keep the product flexible and moving with the natural nail which in turn helps the product last longer as it means it is less likely to crack or split!
Wearing gloves when cleaning, doing dishes or gardening – cleaning products and chemicals can not only start to break down your Gel Polish faster but in some cases can also cause staining! Having your hands submerged in hot water for long periods of time can also cause the Gel to begin to break down sooner. Water can also get under the Gel Polish where there is lifting and could potentially become the perfect breeding ground for bacteria, yucky!
Watch out for certain makeup, chlorine, hair dye, purple shampoo, sunscreen, insect repellant and certain items used in cooking such as turmeric as these can all cause staining especially to lighter colours. If you come into contact with any of these wash your hands thoroughly.
NO PICKING! Picking at your Gel Polish is likely to cause damage to your natural nail underneath and can cause premature lifting in the product.
Never treat your nails like tools – Ie opening cans and picking labels is a big no no as this is likely to cause your product to lift or chip due to the pressure on the product.
Return to a nail professional regularly for maintenance or removal.