A polygel nail kit. There are many great kits available online with a variety of color options; choose a top-rated one that works for your budget and style. Scrape off the residue. Once the acetone has softened the product underneath, use a cuticle pusher to gently scrape the remaining residue off. Don't force it! Repeat steps three and four until the product has loosened up enough to gently scrape away.

Follow the first three steps below, then decide whether you want to use dual forms or nail forms (or skip forms completely!) and follow the rest of the instructions (and tutorials) accordingly.Choose the dual or nail forms that fit your fingers. This is an optional step, as you can also overlay the polygel on natural nails. If you do to use a dual form, your kit will likely come with different sizes. Some shapes are curvier or flatter than others, but try to match the form with your nail accordingly. "For a more natural nail look, match the dual form to the nail bed and cuticle line,” Gonzalez-Longstaff advises. All our POLYTOPS ® UPVC nails are made from A4 marine grade stainless steel which guarantees against corrosion from salt water or chlorine. Finish and live your life, or continue on to one of the following two tutorials: dual forms or nail forms. Next, the cuticle (the thin layer of tissue attached to the nail plate) is removed and the nail plate is buffed. A polygel nail system would be best described as a hybrid which encompasses the strength of an acrylic enhancement while maintaining some of the flexibility of a gel enhancement. Polygel nails are also lighter on the hands, providing a more natural feel to the nails," Julita explains.

Please note: Saltwater mist can travel 50+ miles inland from the coast so most places in Britain can be subject to rust stain corrosion if the wrong UPVC nails are used for fascia or soffit fittings. In addition, heavily polluted areas can affect zinc-coated or galvanized steel, so the risk of rust stain is greater in urbanised areas like cities and larger towns.As with any polish, think about the types of manis you usually go for. Do you love nude, natural shades? Bold glitter finishes? Nail art? There are options for anyone and everyone out there. We especially love the range of nudes in the Markartt Poly Gel Nail Kit, which is also an expert-recommended brand. We also love that the JEWHITNEY Poly Extension Gel Nail Kit comes in 28 polish shades, if you’re looking for variety. Extension Types

Depending on the brand of the Polygel, this step will vary. After applying a dehydrator to the natural nails, either an acid-free primer is used or a gel base coat will be applied.

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Wanting to grow your natural nails? Polygel may be the way to go. "It is amazing for aiding the natural nails in their growth. With proper upkeep and maintenance of your nails, you can expect to see an increased speed of growth and length retention within 2-3 applications," Fagan tells me. Plus, they can last for two to four weeks before needing maintenance or removal. Are polygel nails safe? In the unlikely event of a late delivery, we will be unable to compensate you for any consequential loss, so please do not organise any plant or labour before you have received your materials. If you love a long-lasting manicure that doesn’t chip and stays put for weeks-on-end, (regular polish, who?) acrylics and gel aren’t your only two options. Polygel is a hybrid of the two, offering the best of both worlds. You get the ease of application of a gel (it also cures the same way, under an LED light), but with the durability of an acrylic, explains Syreeta Aaron, a professional nail expert. Depending on how you can apply it, it can also be used simply to add color to a nail, like gel or regular polish. You can also apply it on top of a form that will allow you to achieve your desired nail length and shape, she adds. The other nice thing? This isn’t a salon-only type situation. There are plenty of great polygel nail kits available for at-home use.