Question 1

I use Shellac at home. I hate the fact it damages my nail when I remove them. It takes forever using Acetone. How is this different from Shellac?

Accepted Answer

All brands of gel polish are similar...the base coat forms a bond between your natural nail and the polish, and the top coat seals everything in for shine and protection.  You should always use a file to break the seal of the top coat before you attempt to soak off any gel polish at home.  Some brands of gel polish are tougher to remove than others. I’m a licensed nail tech and when I encounter a stubborn gel polish, I won’t try and scrape it off with an orange wood stick.  Instead, after 10 minutes of soaking, I’ll use a 180 grit nail file and gently file away the softened gel polish and then wrap the nails back up for another 10 minutes and repeat the process.  Then once the polish is removed, use a fine buffer block to remove any remaining base coat and smooth out rough spots. Wash your hands to remove any residue from the acetone and ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS! Apply a good, vitamin enriched cuticle oil to your nails afterward.  Acetone is extremely drying to the skin and nails and that moisture needs to be replaced to keep your nail healthy.  Apply every night before bed, and your nail health will improve.
I hope this helps.

Question 2

I have thin peeling nails, will this cause more damage to them?

Accepted Answer

You should definitely use the remover that comes with the set to avoid damaging your nails. If you peel them off it can definitely take some of your nail enamel with it. I use a trick from the salons I used to get my nails done at and soak a cotton pad in the remover and wrap it around my nails and then wrap them each with a section of tin foil and wait until the polish comes off easily. If you do this you shouldn't have any damage. The best part about using this system is it will give a strong protection to your nails that will last a long time.

Question 3

after a few days, could I put another coat on the nails and use the LED lamp?  Can you put other polish (like glitter) on top?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I "filled" my nails by slightly filing the edge. Do not peel or the whole thing can come off. Apply the desired layer to match at the nail bed and thinner twords the nail tip. Be sure to get an even coat of clear over the end. I also have added glitter on top without the clear coat to give a different look. Just use non acetone remover. You can make several different looks. I added flowers, removed, and then had dots a couple days later. Have fun!! :-)

Question 4

I'm interested on buying the Color: Starter kit Wine Not; but the photo on it is confusing me. Is this one coming with the Led lamp?

Accepted Answer

If your buying the full starter kit then yes it comes with the lamp and it is awesome. Follow the directions and it's easy and really lasts.

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Sally HansenSalon Pro Gel Nail Polish Lacquer, Back to the Fuchsia, 0.24 Fl. Oz.

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