Is gelish LED or UV?

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Keeping this in consideration, what kind of light do I need for gelish?

The 30 Watt, Gelish® Pro LED Light effectively and efficiently cures Gelish® Soak-Off Gel Polish. Gelish® Pro Light’s bulbs will not ever need bulb replacements with up to 50,000 hours of performance guaranteed, and consistent power output that does not degrade over time.

Similarly, can I use any LED lamp with gelish?

3 answers. Yes normally to take the gels off any LED lamp will work but to do the set the gels you will need the LED lamp recommended. The Gelish system uses either a special LED lamp or a 36 watt UV Lamp.

Can OPI GelColor be cured with LED light?

OPI Gelcolor soak off gel polish (released on October of 2011) applies just like traditional nail polish, but gives your like a super shiny finish that lasts up to two weeks. You can just simply apply the gel like regular nail polish and cure it under a UV or LED lamp for the specified period of time.

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Can you over cure gelish?

It is possible to over cure gel polish

For most of gel polish users, they come from having regular polish for a long time. This regular polish would take about 30 minutes to dry completely.

Can I use gelish and OPI gel together?

Different brands of gel polishes can be used together and your nails would still look good. For example, you can use a Gelish Base Coat with an OPI Colored Gel Polish.

What nail light do salons use?

The Leading UV Lamps You Need At Your Nail Salon. There is always a debate between LED and UV, LED lamps usually taking the lead. This is mostly because LED lamps are less expensive to use and are less damaging on the skin. However, a UV nail lamp can safely cure both types of polish.

Do gel nails ruin your nails?

Although gel manicures can be beautiful and long-lasting, they can be tough on nails. Gel manicures can cause nail brittleness, peeling and cracking, and repeated use can increase the risk for skin cancer and premature skin aging on the hands.

What brand of gel polish Do salons use?

Gelish

Are gel nail lights bad for you?

The downside with gel manicures stems from the crucial UV-curing step. A recent study found that the cumulative damage from the light frequencies the nail lamps emit can cause DNA damage to the skin that can result in premature aging and possibly cancer.

Does gelish need a light?

Apply Gelish Gel Polish in a thin application from cuticle to free edge. Be sure to seal the edges of the nail. Place hand in the LED Light for 30 seconds or a 36 Watt UV Light for 2 minutes. Apply Gelish Top It Off Gel from cuticle to free edge using a thin, light application.

Can you use gel polish without UV light?

While you will be able to apply gel nail polish without a UV light, the other “processes” of drying are long and will not give the quality results you expect. A UV light is what dries the gel quickly and without fail. It’s impossible to air it out, as it will remain runny or smudge.