Gel nails
With our gel nail polish, you can achieve beautiful nails in no time. Gel nails have become the go-to choice among nail lovers – and for good reason! With gel nail polish, you can expect your manicure to last much longer than regular nail polish, and it also makes it easier to create beautiful patterns and designs on your nails. Gel nails were once reserved for professional nail salons, but now nail lovers everywhere can finally unleash their creativity at home, too. With Nailster’s gel nail products, you have the opportunity to create a beautiful gel manicure yourself whenever it suits you – so you no longer need to book an appointment at your local nail salon to get beautiful nails. You can easily do it from home!
What are gel nails?
Gel nails are one of the newer additions to the world of manicures. They have become a popular choice for many, as this type of manicure lasts longer and creates a durable protective layer between the nail and everyday tasks. A gel manicure simply lasts longer than a regular manicure because gel polish needs to be cured rather than dried. The curing process makes the gel polish strong and durable, helping to ensure a beautiful look for longer. For this reason, many people prefer gel nail polish over regular nail polish, which often chips or flakes off after a short time. At Nailster, we love the look that gel polish gives your nails, and we definitely wouldn’t want to be without the long-lasting wear this type of nail polish can offer.
How to apply gel polish to your nails
Are you interested in getting started with beautiful gel polish colours for your nails – and maybe even trying your hand at beautiful patterns and designs? At Nailster, we want it to be easy and straightforward for everyone to start creating beautiful gel nails. The process is actually quite simple and can be mastered by anyone!
To achieve beautiful gel nails, it is first and foremost important to set aside a little time to prepare your nails. If you would like to know more about how to do this, we recommend our guide to nail prep, where you will be guided through the best way to prepare your nails for a beautiful manicure. It is important to remember that well-groomed nails make it easier to apply a neat, even manicure. In addition, the manicure will also look better if the area around the nail is well cared for and maintained regularly.
Once your nails are prepped and ready for a gel manicure, the first step is to apply the right base. You do this by using our primer and base coat, which create the base on your nail that the gel polish you apply next can adhere to. With a cured base on your nails, it is now time to get creative. At Nailster, you will find gel polishes in every colour of the rainbow, so there is guaranteed to be a shade – or perhaps even a colour combination – that suits your taste.
After each layer – both base coat and gel polish – the product needs to be cured. This is done using our UV lamp, which cures the gel polish in just 60 seconds and gets your nails ready for a finishing top coat or perhaps even some beautiful nail art designs.
Which products do I need?
If you want to start creating beautiful gel manicures, you will naturally need a few products to get off to the best start. With Nailster’s starter kit, you can be sure you have everything you need to begin creating beautiful manicures, including all the essential products such as our UV lamp, base and top coat, as well as nail care tools that help keep your nails beautiful and well cared for both before and after a gel manicure. You can also mix and match the gel polish colours you want from our wide selection of shades. At Nailster, we want it to be easy to get started with beautiful gel polish manicures, and with our starter kit, this can quickly become a reality.
Why gel nails have become popular
Gel nails have truly revolutionised the world of nails and created entirely new possibilities for nail lovers. Gel polish has become popular because it offers a level of durability that regular nail polish simply cannot. This means you can expect your manicure to last much longer when using gel polish, while also giving you more options when it comes to nail art. As mentioned earlier, gel polish needs to be cured rather than dried, which gives you plenty of time to create beautiful designs that only set on the nail after a session under the UV lamp.
Gel nail products also come in several different forms: our classic gel polish, acrylic gel and, last but not least, our popular builder gel. Builder gel is a type of nail gel that can be applied to thin nails that need an extra-strong barrier. Builder gel can be used underneath a beautiful gel polish colour, but it can also be used on its own for a beautiful and natural look. Our acrylic gel can also create a strong protective layer on the nail, as the acrylic and gel work together and cure into a durable shell around the nail. With both builder gel and acrylic gel, you can also extend the nail and decide the shape of your nails yourself. You can do this by using our nail forms together with an acrylic gel or builder gel in your chosen colour. You can read more about this process by taking a look at our guides to nail extensions here.
Creative and beautiful gel nails
With gel nails, there are plenty of opportunities to get creative and create personal designs that can adorn your nails. With our Nailster nail art brushes, you can create your own designs using the colours you prefer. Our wide range of brushes makes getting creative with gel polish feel effortless. You can also use our beautiful nail gems to create a luxurious, sparkling look. All in all, there are no limits to what your nails can look like!
Get beautiful nails that last
Gel nails are known for lasting longer than regular nail polish, and we can absolutely confirm that. Who doesn’t want a manicure that lasts? With gel nails, this is possible. However, it is also important to remember that preparing your nails helps extend the wear of your gel nails. If you keep your nails well cared for before, during and after a manicure, you can enjoy a beautiful gel manicure for longer. You can read more below about how best to prepare your nails before a manicure.
Preparing your nails – 3 important steps
Preparing your nails is an important step in any type of manicure. At Nailster, we want it to be easy and straightforward to achieve beautiful gel nails, which is why we have gathered the three most important steps you should always follow before a gel manicure.
First, you should make sure the area around your nails is clear and ready for a manicure. The best way to do this is by gently pushing back your cuticles and then trimming away the dead skin with our nail clippers.
Next, it is important that the shape of your nails matches the shape you want for your gel manicure. Here, it is important to consider whether you want to apply gel polish directly on top of your natural nail, or whether you want to extend the nail with our acrylic gel. You can create the best shape for your nails by using our nail files, and if you want a more thorough filing, you can benefit from using our electric nail file.
Last but not least, it is time to buff the nails to remove natural oils from the nail surface, as well as any leftover manicure residue. This helps ensure an even nail base where the gel polish can adhere more easily to the nail plate.