Gel nails are fast becoming the preferred option for manicures over standard polishes.  Not new technology anymore - gels have been around since the 1980’s - however, a lot has been learnt and refined in their ingredients to provide a better, longer, lasting finish.

Dr Chris G. Adigun, a dermatologist and member of the American Academy of Dermatology who specialises in nails notes that gels have become significantly more popular over the last ten years as formulas have improved and made them easier to apply and remove.

This has completely changed the experience for clients, as Dr Adigun further states;

Manicures were a much faster procedure with traditional polishes, however, today a gel manicure can be performed in nearly the same amount of time as a traditional manicure — with better results.

And the benefits don’t end there.  Where polishes are prone to chipping easily, gels are more resistant and provide a finish that is designed to last much longer.  

Have you avoided manicures because you have shorter nails?

Gels are great for shorter nails with the gel basically acting as an extension, imitating the natural look of nails, and being more longer wearing.  Lasting about 2 to 3 weeks, gel nails give you the opportunity to wear long nails without the common effects of breaking.  Much longer than nail polishes.

“Durability is the No. 1 benefit of a gel manicure, plus, no other manicure has the high shine that you get with a gel.”  - Chris Adigun, MD, FAAD 

Some other advantages gels have over polished nails is their ability to instantly dry, so no worry about smearing or smudging when you leave the salon, and they allow for some fabulous designs and artwork to be created to suit just your look.

We’ve written before about how and why we select the products used in our styling boutique and our gel nail solution is no different.  Bio-sculpture Gel was created by a salon owner who was looking for a product that ticked all the boxes.  Finding nothing that fit her criteria, she set about with a team of chemists to create a product of the highest standard.

Bio-sculpture Gel, as with many of our other products, is vegan, animal cruelty free and void of toxic ingredients that can be found in other nail products.  They have also received a 5 star safety rating from an independent clinical research body.  

With sandal season upon us, it’s important you can feel confident and assured about your next Mini-pedi with Gel Toes.

PS! Don’t forget our great Spring Stay and Play promotion - 20% off all cosmetics when you have one of our great Mini-Makeovers.