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What you need to cover the nails with acrylic. Acrylic: extension

Marina Ignatieva

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We decided to do independent acrylic nail modeling, and do it? Before you go to the store, it does not hurt to find out what should be in the acrylic technology kit, how much these tools will cost, and what will be more convenient - tips or forms.

What you need to build acrylic nails at home - a starter kit for building, prices

Focusing on the indicated price range, remember that for the first time it is not necessary to purchase the most expensive products. Moreover, this technology may simply not suit you, and as a result, the funds will be wasted. Start small.

Hand disinfectant. Price - 500-1000 r.
Medium for disinfection of instruments. average price— 500 r.
Files for filing natural nails. Price - 100-300 r / pc.
Files for filing and grinding acrylic nails. Price - 100-300 rubles.
Monomer(Needed to dissolve the powder). Price - 300-2000 rubles. It is better not to save on this liquid.
Acrylic Powder(white - for a jacket, pink, color). Price - 100-300 r / pc.
primer(required for adhesion of the nail and coating). Price - 200-700 r.
Dusting brush after polishing nails. Price - 500-700 r.
Brush for the distribution of acrylic (better a few). Price - 400-2500 r.
Bonder(needed to wash off dried acrylic from the brush). Price - 600-800 r.
Pair of stacks(glasses) for working with acrylic.
Pusher. Price - 200-500 r. Or orange sticks. Price - 50-300 rubles.
Wed-in, softening the cuticle. Price - 200-500 r.
Cuticle oil(for the final stage of building). Price - 150-1500 r.
Tips. Price - 350-1500 r.
Glue for tips. Price - 100-600 rubles. Liquid glue dries instantly. Glue gel - about a minute (it will cost more). The second option is best for wavy nails– it evenly fills all cavities nail plate.
Tip cutter. Price - 100-200 rubles.
Finish coating. Price - 400-600 r.

The best brush for building acrylic - what is it?

One of the most important criteria the choice of brushes for acrylic - the density and elasticity of the beam, as well as the sharpness of the tip.
Also remember:

Don't skimp on brushes. From the quality of the brushes will be to a large extent depend on the quality of your manicure.
The best brushes are from kolinsky, sable and marten. Cheap - from proteins.
brush handle should be light and comfortable.
Marking: for modeling - No. 6-12, for design - No. 1-6. For building, as a rule, apply the 8th number.
Brush shape. To create a thin layer of acrylic on the cuticle area - oval, with a thick "belly", with a flattened base, the tip is thin. For acrylic modeling - the same, but smaller.

Do not forget that new brush usually covered with a special factory adhesive. Therefore, before starting work, the brush should be washed.

Necessary nail files for acrylic nails at home

In order for the procedure of acrylic nail extension to be perfect, you need to choose files and blocks for polishing different degrees hardness:

For filing edges- files of large abrasiveness.
To remove shine from their nails - polishing blocks of minimal abrasiveness.
For simulation- files of medium abrasiveness.

Acrylic powder for home acrylic nail extension

Differences of high-quality powder for acrylic modeling:

Tight fit to nails.
Easy filing and processing.
porous structure for maximum air exchange.
Does not crystallize, does not spread.

When using high-quality powder, acrylic nails do not peel off, they are highly plastic and do not break.

Choosing forms or tips: their advantages and disadvantages for acrylic nails at home

What is the difference between tips and forms? tips- This is a special plastic, which, gluing to the tip of the nail, is used as a substrate for acrylic. BUT forms represent special form adhesive paper placed under the nail. The future strength of nails does not depend on the modeling option, but tips are more convenient for a beginner (forms require skill).
What are the differences between these two options?

Tips for nail extension - their advantages

Disadvantages of tips

More flat shape nails.
The inability to create an edge, gothic stiletto, side or pipe.
The weak point is the bonding area. If the tips were glued poorly, then the nail flies off very quickly.
Tips - an unsuccessful solution for wide nails. And also - for growing down.

Forms - their advantages for home nail extension

Disadvantages of Forms

Not everyone can create with their help nice shape(requires experience and talent).
It is very difficult to build up injured nails with the help of forms.

Acrylic powder for nails is a polymer powder that is used to strengthen and build nails. The powder is easy to use, has a porous structure, so it is harmless to nails. The properties of acrylic powder do not allow nails to break and exfoliate, prolong the life of a manicure.

Features of strengthening nails with acrylic powder

Most often, masters use acrylic powder for strengthening nails or building. At correct application powder protects nails from external factors such as frost, ultraviolet or household chemicals.

It is worth remembering that the effect of acrylic powder is only mechanical. It does not make nails healthier.

Types of acrylic powder

Acrylic powder can be, firstly, transparent - it is universal and suitable both for building nails and for strengthening them and creating a French manicure. Secondly, color - this type of powder is used, as a rule, in nail design.

Another type of acrylic powder is camouflage: it is needed to mask defects in the nail plate (which, in fact, is what its name says) - even a very thin layer of the product can handle this.

The finish of acrylic powder can be either matte or glittery (glitters can be different sizes) - choose one or the other option at your discretion.

How to choose acrylic powder?

The choice of acrylic powder directly depends on its variety and on the result that you want to get.

If you need to level the surface of the nail plate, fill in its irregularities, choose a powder with camouflage properties. At the same time, its shade, ideally, should repeat natural color nail plate (choose, accordingly, nude shades with a pink undertone).

If the nail plate needs to be strengthened or the shape of the free edge of the nail needs to be corrected, transparent acrylic powder will do. It will also come in handy for creating a French manicure.

Do you want to make bright nail art? Acrylic glitter powder or any color is the best for this. The type of manicure in this case is limited only by your imagination!

Advantages and disadvantages of acrylic powder

One of the tasks that acrylic powder copes with is nail extension. And its main advantage, respectively, is durability - the nails of the length you need will delight you as much as you want. The only condition is to make regular adjustments.

The variety of colors and textures is, of course, another advantage of acrylic powder. Volumetric patterns, "knitted" manicure, jacket - to add zest to already familiar, for some, designs, it is enough to use acrylic powder.

The procedure with the use of acrylic powder, especially if it is not done independently, but in the salon, does not take so much time. This mainly depends on the speed of polymerization of the powder - the faster it “hardens”, the shorter the procedure, respectively. To save time, use products marked high speed.

Acrylic powder, one might say, has no “cons” - the main thing is to use it correctly. To do this, follow our instructions.

How to use acrylic powder?

Acrylic powder can strengthen nails not only at the manicure master, but also at home on your own. You just need to follow the instructions exactly.

Degrease the nail plate.

Apply the base on the entire surface of the nail plate in a thin layer. Do not dry this layer under the lamp.

Sprinkle the nail plate with acrylic powder. You can do this with a brush over a jar of powder, so that all the excess falls back.

Dry your nails under a UV lamp.

Remove excess acrylic powder with a special manicure brush.

photo of nail design with acrylic powder

There are many options for nail design with acrylic powder. Get inspired by our selection from Instagram and experiment!

Long manicured nails neat manicure preferred by many modern stylish women. At work and on a date, to everyday and evening outfit, spectacular long nails, varnished or painted, will be a relevant addition to the image. But what about women whose natural nails do not grow to the desired length, break, exfoliate? Now this problem is easily solved, thanks to modern materials and technologies. Acrylic nail extensions are one of the most popular methods for creating long, well-groomed nails.

Acrylic building in independent execution

Extension idea artificial nails appeared back in 1957. At this time, they began to use the material acrylic - powder (powder), which, mixing with a special liquid, can turn into a strong thick mass. When interacting with air, this mass solidifies very quickly. At first, acrylic was used in dentistry, so manicurists bought this material from dentists.

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Nail extension technology

Acrylic nails can be extended on tips (special nails made of plastic that stick to real ones) or on forms (flexible plates on which a “fake” nail is formed).

Technology of nail extension with acrylic on tips. First, you need to disinfect the fingers of the client, the master. Then, gently push back the cuticle. After that, you need to treat natural nails with an antiseptic. Next, a primer is applied to the tips of the nails - a thick special gel. While the gel dries, you need to choose the appropriate size tips. Three types of tips are mainly used (per client). These are the forms for thumb, for the little finger and only one form suitable for all other nails. The listed forms are great for any nails.

The build-up process itself is not particularly difficult. First, acrylic lies inside the mold on the nails. Its quantity depends on the desired length of the nails. Then the form with acrylic is carefully applied to the nail, and all excess material is squeezed out to the free edges, starting from the cuticle. Air must not enter between mold and material during application. Acrylic is evenly distributed over inner surface. Then you need to wait a bit for the acrylic to harden, then remove the tips. The free edge is attached desired shape. Next, the finished nails are varnished. Such nail extension with acrylic can be done even by a non-professional.

This method of building has several "advantages":

Significant time savings. This procedure takes less time compared to conventional extensions.
Having mastered this technique to perfection, you can independently build up your nails at home.
This method most suitable for women with very sensitive cuticles.

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Acrylic nail extension on the "lower" form

First stage. It is imperative to wash the client's hands and clean them with some kind of disinfectant. Then you need to carefully remove the nail top coat large file. You need to work so that the movements of the file exactly coincide with the growth line of the nail. When the surface of the nails is smooth, dust should be removed from it.

Second phase. It is necessary to carefully clean the cuticle: it is advisable to do this with a fine-grained nail file, pushing the cuticle to the base of the nail with it.

Third stage. You need to collect a small amount of primer on a thin brush, apply it to the surface so that the nails begin to sparkle. It is advisable to try to avoid the slightest contact with the skin of the primer.

Fourth stage. You should put the form on the tip of your finger and bend it. It is necessary to ensure that the form is located at the corners, otherwise the nail can quickly break or crack. Then you need to fix the form (preferably in the center of the nail), press it well. Connect the ends of the form. It should be remembered that the ends of the form should not be closed, since the shape of the extended nail will then be incorrect.

Fifth stage. This is a re-primer. An acrylic white ball is applied to the form, distributed over its entire surface. You should form a smile line, for this you need to moisten the brush in a special liquid.

Stage six. On the natural nail a pink ball or a drop of acrylic is applied. It is necessary to apply it so that the two layers, white and pink, slightly intersect. It is necessary to apply the second ball to the area of \u200b\u200bthe nail cuticle. Everything must be done so that the nail surface and the sides of the nail are even, and the nail surface is also slightly moist. The more accurately acrylic is applied to natural nails, the easier the final part of filing the nail will be.

Seventh stage. After the acrylic has dried, remove the mold and start leveling the finished nail surface. First you need to grind the sides of the nail using a coarse-grained nail file. After that, you need to tilt the nail file at an angle so as to align the tip of the nail. Then you can start grinding: spend on nail surface from top to bottom with a small file in the direction from the cuticle to the sides.

Eighth stage. You should apply cuticle oil to the nail, spread it over the surface of the nail, and then sand it. Sanding is required to get rid of the scratches left by the files. To check the quality of polishing, you need to turn the nail to the light, if the polishing is done well, a light reflection will appear on the nail.

Ninth stage. Now you need to apply a clear varnish.

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Advantages and disadvantages of acrylic extensions

Before proceeding with the extension procedure at home, you need to consider that acrylic has a very unpleasant, pungent odor capable of causing allergic reactions.

According to some cosmetologists, acrylic artificial nails, when worn for a long time, cause thinning of “natural” nails.

However, it has been proven that acrylic extensions can fix, make beautiful damaged nails that have been bitten, broken. With constant long-term wearing of extended acrylic nails, even damaged natural nails become correct form and the direction of growth, after that the nails can acquire an aesthetic, healthy look. It is this feature that masters use with ingrown toenails. To fix an ingrown toenail, acrylic nails can be done. This is the most durable extension technology that exists today.

Gels by composition and chemical structure also refer to acrylates, therefore, statements and opinions about the harmfulness of gels and the dangers in the use of acrylic are unfounded. Acrylic and gel have almost the same chemical molecular structure, with the right and professional work master these materials are harmless.

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Acrylic and french manicure

Introduced by Hollywood film studios in 1976, French manicure solves the problem of matching manicure to outfits and makeup. Today in demand French manicure on extended nails. Acrylic French is a combination of the strength of acrylic and the elegance of a French manicure. Beautiful and neat, but long and stylish nails- this is a reality that acrylic extension technology allows to bring to life.

became a response to the wishes of the masters nail service about combining in one product all the advantages of two classic systems for modeling, building, strengthening and designing artificial nails. This drug promises to seriously push its predecessors (classic and acrylic powders) and become the most popular product of the year in the nail industry. Both practicing nail-masters and beginners have already managed to appreciate all the advantages of the novelty. Today we will introduce you to them and teach you how to work with this material correctly.

What is Acryl Gel and its advantages over classic gels and acrylics

Gel acrylic, or as it is also called combigel, has opened up a lot of advantages for nail specialists in comparison with previous generations of materials. First of all, the masters appreciated its most important advantages, such as hypoallergenicity, safety for health, saving time and maximum ease of operation, which is so desirable for beginners to master all the subtleties of their profession. In addition to technological features, acrygels allowed the masters to increase the number of clients by reaching out to girls suffering from sensitivity to smells, as well as ladies in interesting position and fashionistas sensitive to smells and sawdust.

All this became possible thanks to such textural and component features of acryl gels as:

sawdust density. In the process of filing this material the resulting dust is 30% heavier than dust from classic gels and acrylic. It immediately settles on the table and skin and does not scatter in the air. This, of course, does not eliminate the need for masters to use such protective equipment as, n, and, but significantly reduces the risk of developing occupational diseases (respiratory and contact allergies). In addition, dense sawdust and the absence of harmful fumes during polymerization of the drug do not harm the health of clients, including those suffering from asthma and allergies.
Reduced risk of accidental material contact with skin. Since combigels do not spread, do not self-level, do not stain the cuticle and side rollers in the process of molding and distributing them over the nail, even beginners will be able to work at their own pace and without rushing. One has only to carefully choose in which it is necessary to moisten the brush when stretching the gel acrylic over the nail. Preference should be given to liquids from professional brands, proven to be safe for clients with drug sensitivities and allergies.
Comfort of working with the drug. Thanks to the novelty, the master will be able to devote all his attention and energy directly to modeling and creating an image, without being distracted by measuring the time during drying or carefully combining the proportions of powder and (as when working with acrylic). There is no need to worry about accidental polymerization of the material if the sun's rays fall on an open jar or tube. Acryl Gel hardens only in a lamp, does not dry in the air and under the sun. The only thing that the master should remember when drying the material is the need to dry the white shades of acrylic gels (polygels) longer and more thoroughly.

The most lightweight application technique. Working with gel acrylic, you can not worry about the overrun of materials and auxiliary fluids. Process pre-training of the nail, the extension itself, correction and execution of the design is identical to the technology of working with gels and gel polishes. Having gained experience with these products, you will quickly get used to the use of polygels!
Comfort for the client. A new type of preparation for modeling and design, even when creating dense and very long nails does not cause severe burning during polymerization in a lamp. Acrygel materials dry without dispersion or with very little tackiness. This minimizes the risk of contact allergy to sticky layer, and the creation of the image itself takes a little less time and is not so expensive (since the wizard does not use and ).
Comfortable material to wear. Thanks to unique formula Acrylic is stronger and lighter than acrylic, and more flexible than all professional brands of hard gels. The design with them is pleasant and comfortable to wear, since gel acrylic does not weigh down the manicure and is practically not felt on the nail plate, despite the density and density of the material. This feature allows you to build polygels even on thin and brittle nails, With hypersensitivity to weight in the stress zone of the nail. Polygels relieve pressure on the natural nail to an optimal level while maintaining the necessary plasticity and strength.

Of no small importance for both the master and clients are such pleasant trifles and features of acrylic gels like:

Almost complete absence of material detachments- thanks to excellent adhesion with and, as well as a colored decorative coating applied on top (, or for nails);
The naturalness of the final result. Both building and strengthening, and the design with polygels looks very natural and elegant. The master will not need additional preparations for visual elimination aesthetic defects nails, and decorative elements to give the manicure more expressiveness. A folding jacket, colored and equally gentle and stylish, will look, being made only in shades of acrylate from one palette of a particular brand. Nail art with the participation of gel acrylics turns out to be beautiful and spectacular, like salon manicure most high level;
Removal of restrictions on the use of material for nail modeling. Due to the fact that acrylate has no pungent odor, the manicurist (if he works in the salon) no longer needs a separate office to comply with sanitary and hygienic standards. Which will undoubtedly affect the final cost of the work;
Savings and more savings. The material does not require the purchase of a separate one, you can use the same tools that you purchased to work on gel or acrylic. Acrygels are not capricious to the bristle of brushes: both fully created from artificial bristles and from a combination of natural pile and synthetics. Polygel is a “single-layer” preparation, it gives a uniform and dense color with high-quality elongation with minimal material consumption. To give necessary for the master forms, you can use any convenient accessories (both ordinary and “liquid” tips), or even apply the material directly to the nail, without “safety net” (with the proper level of skill).

For the sake of objectivity, we also mention possible disadvantages of an innovative product. These include the following points:

Gel acrylic is not inherently a soak-off material, and not every kind is removed by soaking. To safely remove the design, you will need either a high-quality device - or a kit;
In order for the acrylic gel to harden qualitatively, firmly and quickly, you will need a reliable lamp (or) both at the drying stage and used before and after laying out the material, respectively, and when baking the layers of the polygel itself;
Depending on the manufacturer and the essence of the drug, the master may need to special liquid, in which it is necessary to periodically moisten the brush for a smooth, uniform and uniform distribution of acrylic gel over the surface of the nail.

However, all these nuances are more than covered by the multifunctionality of gel acrylics and the mass of techniques and procedures that a master can perform with just one preparation. Let's take a closer look at them...

Possibilities of polygels in manicure and nail design

Since a new type of material has become a unity among lacquer and acrylic polymers, as well as solid gel oligomers, it has significantly expanded the range of services provided by nail masters. By purchasing a full line of all tones and shades of acrylic gel, you can use it not only to lengthen and strengthen the nail plate, but also to correct chips at any speed that is familiar and comfortable for the craftswoman. Viscosity, density and pliability of the material suggest its use in classical extensions on tips and modeling on molds. At the same time, the specialist will be able to create nails with a shape and architecture close to the ideal, as well as to model absolutely flat nails and nails with a “dome”.

What else can Polygel? He will become an indispensable assistant, if:

the client has problematic and weak nails, or nails naturally prone to a trapezoidal shape, but want to get an even, thin, heavy-duty and moisture-resistant base for gel polish manicure;

the craftswoman is often approached to repair cracks and chips of artificial or natural nails;

needs to be fixed free edge and the length of the nail;

create a reliable shield against aggressive and negative external influence(permanent contact with household chemicals, water, professional detergents and other chemicals, etc.);

the master especially succeeds in folding jacket, but I don’t want to waste time, effort and materials on sawing out a smile;

often you have to create designs in the style of a colored or multi-color jacket with gels, but there are no necessary shades of pigments or dyes. The solution is simple: you can mix polygel with any shade of gel polish from the master’s palette and bring to life any whim of the client;

Gel-acrylic is no less pleasant when correcting nails modeled by it. The technique is completely identical to working with gels and acrylics and will not require additional expenses from the master both for liquids and for tools and equipment.

What brands-creators of polygels should you get acquainted with first of all? We have prepared for you a selection of three “state employees” that may be most interesting for beginners.

TOP-3 brand - manufacturer of acrylic gels (combigels). Blitz-acquaintance with materials, photo and video master classes

Using a silicone brush or spatula, take the right amount of gel from the jar and put it on the nail plate, forming a ball;

Pour the Fluid preparation into a small container (for example, in);

Wet the brush in the liquid and lay out the material according to the principle of working with acrylic;

During the molding process, moisten the brush in liquid if the material begins to stick to the brush;

When applying polygel, do not press the brush too hard, but stretch it smoothly and gently, for even distribution;

Having laid out the desired model, polymerize the nails in the LED lamp for 30 or 60 seconds (depending on the power of the device), in the UV lamp for 2 minutes;

Remove the sticky layer and file the nails with an artificial nail file in the usual way;

Apply top coat.

No less interesting for craftswomen and acrylate, or as the brand called it,.

This version of gel acrylic has an optimal viscosity, suitable for both brand gel polishes and products from other brands. Pudding will please nail-masters with such virtues:

Minimum and dense in weight sawdust;

The absence unpleasant odor;

A large number of shades of the range "natural nail";

The ability to remove the design both by soaking in a liquid to soften acrylic, and by sawing;

complete absence sticky layer, which means reducing the cost of special preparations and minimizing the risk of an allergic reaction;

Polymerization in UV / LED lamp for 1-2 minutes.

Of the possible cons:

Lack of detailed color gradation of camouflage shades;

Release form in a tube (it is not very convenient to control the consumption of material).

The application of Pudding Gel is illustrated in detail in our instructional video:

And the top three is completed by the stellar product from, which caused a real stir from the moment it appeared in the nail community.

The undoubted advantages of this material are:

The widest range of shades, allowing to take into account all the nuances of the natural pigmentation of natural nails;

Very convenient and comfortable consistency in work;

Fast and high-quality polymerization even with a dense laying out of the material.

To possible cons we would attribute the residual stickiness, as well as the fact that the manufacturer is not always ready to cope with the rush demand for his bestseller. Therefore, Acryl gel from TNL becomes a kind of nail-hunting object, including on our website :)

The method of laying out the acrygel is shown in detail in the training video below:

Among the whole spectrum of polygels existing in this moment on the market, the master will be able to choose the form of release and with those nuances of application that are most in demand in his current practice. There is no doubt that this direction of development of nail materials is currently the most promising and in demand. So, you will definitely see in our assortment the results of creativity of technologists of all the most famous brands.

Well-groomed hands are calling card women. Unfortunately, not every woman can boast of healthy and beautiful natural nails. Often the nail plate exfoliates, turns yellow, and the nails do not grow well. Can be used to improve nail health different means and ways, one of which is strengthening nails with acrylic. Using acrylic, physical properties which makes it easy to create necessary form nail, they can completely cover the nail plate. This material, nail art masters are often used for extension, but such a procedure for weakened nails requires intensive recovery nail plate. For this reason, acrylic nail coating has become actively used to strengthen them.

What is acrylic nail strengthening?

The properties of acrylic allow you to protect the natural nail from the adverse effects of the external environment: ultraviolet radiation sun rays, impact low temperatures, influence household chemicals, various detergents as well as dust and dirt. Thanks to the coating of nails with acrylic, they become harder, less likely to break and exfoliate.

Acrylic is a product chemical industry and therefore is synthetic material. Therefore, strengthening nails with acrylic is a purely mechanical effect, due to which the nail plate receives a protective “film”.

The undeniable advantages of using acrylic are:

more well-groomed and healthy looking nails;
even and smooth surface of the nail plate;
no need for frequent manicures.

The disadvantages include only the fact that acrylic is artificial material and can cause individual allergic reactions, the likelihood of which the manufacturers of this material try to minimize.

Step-by-step instructions for strengthening acrylic at home

Acrylic nail coating is one of the procedures that the master performs in the salon. It includes nail care, manicure. However, it can be done at home as well. For this purpose, you will need the following materials:

means for degreasing the nail plate;
grip fluid own nail with material applied for strengthening;
brush and nail file.

Step by step process of strengthening nails at home looks like this:

Bringing nails in order (removing the remnants of old varnish from the nail plate). In addition, you can process the cuticle, trim the tips of the nails, correct their shape.
Grinding the surface of the nails. It is carried out with light and accurate movements.
Applying a degreaser to the nail plate. Before the next step, it must be allowed to dry thoroughly.
Applying acrylic mass to the surface of the nail. This should be done carefully, departing from the cuticle at least one millimeter.

If strengthening nails with acrylic is carried out with the help and liquidation, the procedure is carried out as follows. A flat brush is dipped in liquid and squeezed to a semi-dry state. A ball of powder is collected on the brush (the powder should be slightly saturated with liquid) and applied to the nails. Since acrylic hardens quickly, you should try to cover your nails with acrylic quickly and accurately. The thickness of the acrylic layer applied to the nails should be as minimal as possible. On the acrylic coating you can apply any decorative colored varnish, make drawings and patterns with paints, use stickers.

Another way to strengthen weakened nails with acrylic is presented in this video:

How do you remove acrylic nail polish afterwards?

This question primarily arises for those who have not yet used acrylic and have not grown nails. It is not difficult to remove the acrylic coating applied to strengthen the nail plate. Unlike acrylic nails, it does not need to be filed. To remove the coating, it is enough to use and dissolve it. Due to the minimum thickness of the coating, acrylic is easily removed. After applying the liquid to each nail, you need to wrap them in foil and wait ten minutes.