Gel Nails and Infection Control

The soft gel as the name implies are very soft. They cannot be used for nail extensions. They are basically used for gel overlay services. As nail manicure grow popular, the consumption of gel polish as well increases. Gel polish is gentle to the natural nails and lasts for a couple of weeks. A professionally done nail polish can last for two weeks before a change is required.

The gel is quite different from acrylic and therefore should not be confused. The materials used in the production of gel nails are a gel. For acrylic nails, liquid monomer and polymer are used. Gels come in different colors and require curing after application. The major process of curing or hardening gel is under a UV light. The UV can either be a lamp or a conventional bulb.

The process of UV curing simply explained refers to the hardening up that occurs when gel nails are exposed to UV lights. When the gel is exposed to UV, the photo-initiators contained in the gel will begin to break up. This leads to the formation of free radicals that attack double bonds present in the gel molecules. This leads to polymerization reaction which involves all the molecules of the gel. Gel often contain oligomers and acrylic monomers which come together to form long linking chains during polymerization. This process is called cross-linking. These long linked chains are the secret to hard and chemically resistant gel. At the end of a gel application, there is often a thin layer called inhibition layer. This layer is removed by the use of a lint-free wiped dipped in alcohol (concentrate alcohol).

The process of gel application usually ends with applying cuticle oil on all the fingers. Some people may prefer to use moisturizers or natural oil. This process helps to nourish the cuticle after exposure to alcohol.

The gel nail polish has grown over the years. There are just a lot of colors and brands to choose from. It has become almost a trend to use a gel polish after a regular manicure. A professionally done nail polish is very healthy and appears beautiful.

The gel nail remains one of the most popular beauty trends. Recently, the use of nail polish is no longer a salon thing alone. With DIY kits available for sale on the shelf, the possibilities of what you can achieve are limitless.

Benefits of the Gel Nails

Many women have to deal with damaged and weak nails daily. This is because often times, our nails do not get the perfect treatment they deserve. If you’re constantly facing nail breakage, gel nail might just be your only solution.

The curing process of gel nails helps prevent harmful particles and pollutants. We all should be aware now that a broken or chipped nails can harbor bacteria. Nail fungal growth is also associated with chipped nails. A gel nail polished can prevent wear and tear thereby preventing opportunistic infections.

UV lights are also used in the curing process of gel. This process also prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. The gel nail is not only beautiful but can also prevent the growth of fungi.

How safe is the Gel Nail?

What makes the gel nail so durable? Of course, we all know it’s the amount of time spent under the UV light. While it helps harden and make the nails look pretty, it can also be disastrous. The UVA rays produced by salon lamps are not totally harmless. Cancer has been linked to UVA rays according to Skin Cancer Foundation. The lamp produces a UV threat (moderate) over a period time. However, a constant visit to the nail salon about 14 times over two years is dangerous. It can cause enough damage (cumulative) to pose a risk of skin cancer. Skin cancer is a common form of cancer, in the U.S alone. In 2012 alone over 67,000 people were diagnosed. That means regular visitors who take nail manicure once a month every year are paying to increase their chances of skin cancer.

For people with a family history of skin cancer, it is advisable to stay away from gel nails. The use of a UV lamp is certainly not for you. This is even more dangerous if you are on oral photosensitizing medication. This kind of medication increases your sensitivity to light. This can increase the dangers of using a UV lamp. The UV rays can cause increases damage to your nail. This can cause the nails to separate from the nail bed.

Continuous use of UV lights on the hands can cause nail extension. Nail extensions arethe hands to age prematurely. This is linked to the early appearance of wrinkles and age spots on the hands. This can be embarrassing if you ask me.

Gel nail polish with its long-lasting effect is good for covering up the nails. This also means it will take time before you notice any problem with your nails. When nail tools are not properly sterilized, it can transfer infection. This infections, in turn, hide under the beautiful nail polish to flourish. It can take up to weeks before you notice it’s there.

As gel nails begin to grow old, it begins to gape letting in water. This water stays trapped and harbors the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This can also lead to fungal growth. When fungal growth is not noticed in time, it can cause harm to the nails. It can cause the nails to become discolored. The nails begin to turn green and in some cases turn black. In severe cases, the fungi can completely eat up the nails. When you talk of disgusting, the sight can be so irritating.

The gel nail polish and infection control are a two-way idea. While it can be your superman preventing chipping and infection, it can also be your doom when not properly cared for. For best practices, always visit an expert.

Let us know what you do to control infection regarding gel nails.

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