UV GELS

UV GELSChapter 29IntroductionUV gels enhancements rely on ingredients from the acrylic familyWrap resins subcategory called cyanacrylicsMonomer liquid/polymer powder nail enhancements are from the same category called methacrylateUV gels contain monomers related form called oligomermono meaning onepoly meaning manyoligo meaning fewOligomer is a short chain of monomers not long enough to be considered a polymerMonomers are liquidPolymers are solidsOligomers are in between thick, gel-like, stickyTraditionally urethane acrylateNewer urethane methacrylatesUV gels Easy to applyFileMaintainNot as durable as methacrylate enhancements

Application process differsNail plate is properly preparedEach layer of product applied requires exposure to UV light to cure or hardenSpecial lamp designed to emit proper type of UV lightOne-color methodOne color applied to entire nailTwo-color-methodtwo colors appliedUsually pink and white

Types of UV GelsUV Bonding GelsIncrease adhesion to natural nail plateVary in consistency and chemical componentsNo strong odorUV Building GelsThick-viscosity resinAllows building of arch and curve to nailGreat for repairing cracks and breaksPigmented UV GelsBuilding & self leveling gelsTwo-color methodUsually pink & whiteThinnerUV Gel PolishVery thin viscosityPackaged in a pot or bottleCure in UV lampDo not require drying timeUV Gloss GelSealing gel, finishing gel, shine gelCreates a high shineInhibition layer is a tacky surface left on the nail after a UV gel has cured2 types traditional & Tack-free gloss gelsWide array of colorsOpacity amount of colored pigment concentration in a gel, making it more or less difficult to see throughApplication of UV Gel Nail Enhancements/ SuppliesPP 929 - 930UV gel lampsDesigned to produce the correct amount of UV light needed to cure productsUV gel products packaged in opaque pots or squeeze tubes to avoid exposure to UV light (sunlight, tanning beds)Full spectrum bulbs and true colorShelf life may be shortened and harden on containers

WattageMeasure of how much electricity the bulb consumesUse the lamp designed for the UV Gels product Greater chance of success and fewer problems UV light bulbsStay blue for yearsAfter a few months of use they may produce too little UV light to properly cure enhancementBulbs must be changed 2 3 times per yearIf not changed regularly Service breakdownSkin irritation/sensitivityBrushSynthetic bristlesSmallFlatsquareUV Gel PrimerImprove adhesion to natural plateFollow mfg directionsNail tipsUse recommended tips for use with Gel productsHeed all precautions and recommendationsNail DehydratorRemoves surface moisture and oilBoth block adhesionPrevents liftingNail AdhesiveSelect type best suited for work you are doingBuy in small quantitiesShelf life of 6 months or lessProlong shelf lifeClose cap tightlyStore at 60 85 FAbrasive Files & BuffersMedium abrasive 180 240 gritNatural nail preparationMedium fine grit240 gritsmoothingFine buffer350 grit or higherfinishingHigh shine buffer no polish is to be wornUV Gel Application Pre-serviceComplete preservice sanitation and disinfection procedures (Ch. 25)Wash implementsRinse implementsImmerse implementsWash hands with liquid soapRinse and dry implementsPrepare work station with everything you need at your fingertipsGreet client with a smileIf first appointment, perform a consultationIf return visit, perform consultation record responses and observationsLight-cured Gel ApplicationPages 935 938 One color methodPages 939 941 Two-color method

UV Gel Application Post-serviceMake another appointmentTake-home product recommendationClean up around tableClean brushDiscard used materialsClean table - clean and disinfect implements and multiuse tools

UV Gel Application over FormsPages 942 - 944Maintenance and Removal of UV Gel EnhancementsPP 945 - 947Rebalances every 2 - 3 weeksUse medium abrasive file (180 240 grit)Thin and shape nail enhancementBe careful to not damage the natural nail plate with the abrasiveRemoving UV Gel Nail Enhancements946 947, 950, 952Read & follow mfg. directionsRemoved quickly by reducing thickness with medium coarse file (120 180 grit) before soakingOnce begins to soften Gently scrape it from nail plateUse wooden pusherFollow with gentle buffing of natural nail plate using fine buffer (350 grit or higher)Condition surrounding skin with nail oil/lotion

Application of UV Gel over FormsPP 944UV Gel over Monomer Liquid & Polymer Powder Nail Enhancements with UV Gel PolishPP 948 - 949