Which gel polish is better to choose: reviews of professionals and masters

The popularity of gel polishes is growing all over the world, and it is no coincidence that such a varnish allows you to redo it every 2-3 weeks.

The first thing any experienced master will tell you is that professional gel polish is always expensive. You should not save on the quality of the coating, it is better to choose a well-known and expensive brand. This will guarantee long-term wear of the varnish, and will also save the nail plate.

When it comes to cosmetology and health, it is inappropriate to look for benefits, varnishes of unknown origin can cause serious allergic reactions and damage nails.

Advice. Do not buy gel polishes that cost less than 900 rubles, not a single professional manufacturer supplies cheap goods to the market.

Contrary to popular belief, not all gels are the same - they are distinguished not only by the cost and manufacturer, but also by the features of the varnish, its density, drying speed and other characteristics.

Lacquer selection criteria

Professional masters choose varnishes according to the same criteria as amateurs. Among the main ones:

the most important criterion is the duration of the wear of the varnish without chips and cracks. The period of wear of the varnish must be at least three weeks;
the consistency of the varnish - it should be moderately thick and lay down in a thick layer;
tolerable smell;
comfortable brush for precise strokes;
fast drying in the lamp;
rich colors and rich palette;
not harmful composition;
easy removal with professional tools.

Some criteria are purely professional, but for the client they are no less important, since the speed and safety of the master’s work will depend on this.

Rating of popular gel polishes from America

In this market segment, the most popular are American gel polishes. Among them are CND, Gelish, Kodi and Pnb.

Varnishes CND

Every third professional master uses CND varnishes in his work. This varnish does not spread, fits well on the nail, thanks to a fairly thick structure. Some colors are so pigmented that they can be applied in just one coat and already provide good coverage. The varnish is well applied even on an unprepared nail. Here is a comfortable, flat brush. A huge advantage of varnish is that it does not injure when removed, after applying a professional product, this varnish will turn into powder.

The disadvantages of such varnish include:

High price. The varnish is quite viscous, therefore it is characterized by high consumption, one tube of varnish 7.3 ml is enough for only 20-25 applications.
Not too diverse palette - it only has classic, top colors.
The varnish is not suitable for thin nails - it does not stick to them and simply peels off.

However, reviews of this tool characterize the varnish as a favorite product of all professionals, since CND is a premium quality varnish.

Lucky KODI

These nail polishes are very much appreciated by beginners. They are significantly cheaper than CND, but are also of good quality. KODIs are more fluid, so they apply thinly and require multiple coats. A huge advantage is a rich palette of colors, there are about 250 of them, plus 50 thermal varnishes. KODI polishes are easy to apply and last a long time, even applying at home will allow you to carry Kodi for about two weeks. The advantages include the fact that the top layer of the nail does not need to be cut off before application - just walk on it with a buff. Since the varnishes are made using a new technology, they do not have an unpleasant odor. Kodi is much less toxic polish than many others.

The disadvantages of Kodi include the fact that it is very difficult to remove it - one liquid is not enough here, it will take a long time to cut off the nail polish.

Removing KODI gel polish is not so easy

GELISH

Experienced professionals have confirmed that GELISH polishes are the safest for nails. This varnish is unique - it not only does not damage the nail plate, but also nourishes it, making the nails stronger and healthier. The palette contains 140 shades, the varnish has an optimal consistency - it is not liquid, but not too thick, so it is used sparingly. An important advantage of this product is that it is easy to remove. A special agent dissolves the varnish, the residues are removed without cutting.

The disadvantages include the fact that some shades of varnish are very liquid and have to be applied in 3-4 layers. Otherwise, all masters using GELISH are satisfied with this product.

PNB

This varnish is especially popular among housewives - it lasts for 3 weeks, even for a woman who is constantly busy at home. It can be applied in one layer, while the color will be bright and persistent. The gel itself creates an almost mirror surface on the nails - the manufacturer characterizes it as a diamond polish.

The disadvantages of this product include the fact that it dries for a long time. In addition, it is still difficult to buy such a gel in Russia.

Attention! The duration of wearing a varnish depends not only on its quality, but also on the technology of application, even with cheap varnish you can create a beautiful and professional manicure. Preliminary study all the subtleties of technology.

Rating of Chinese gel polishes

Due to the intensive rise in prices for American cosmetics, the popularity of Chinese varnishes has grown dramatically. They are much cheaper, such a gel polish will cost only 300 rubles, but judging by the reviews, their durability is no worse than their American counterparts.

A professional will not use such a varnish, but for home use, they are quite suitable.

The most popular Chinese lacquer is Bluesky. It is quite liquid, spreads upon application. The varnish is difficult to remove, and the manufacturer cannot yet offer a wide selection of colors. At the same time, such a product keeps well on any, even the thinnest nails. With a little practice, you can also get good results with it.

Another well-known Chinese product is Canni lacquer. Its popularity is due to its low cost, a large number of fashionable colors. Lacquer is easy to apply, has a bright color. It is also easy to remove with a special tool. Masters do not recommend using such varnish, but it is no worse than other Chinese products and has a right to exist, especially at home. Lasts about two weeks. A significant drawback of varnish is a sharp and unpleasant odor.

It is difficult to say unequivocally which varnish is better to choose for work, as it depends on the individual requirements of the client. But, in any case, Geilish and Cody varnishes will be excellent options for both home and salon.