If you&#;re new to nails or want to take your home manicure to the next level, basecoats make a significant difference in the look and longevity of your manicure.
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At Nail Polish Direct, we&#;re experts in all things nails, so we&#;ve rounded up everything you need to know about basecoats in this helpful guide. Read on to find out more, and get ready to give your nails a fabulous and flawless finish!
A basecoat is a sticky resin that acts as an adhesive layer to help your nail polish stick better. It also acts as a protective layer and prevents chipping and peeling so that your nail polish lasts longer.
You don&#;t have to use a basecoat when doing your nails, but you will miss out on its nail care benefits. For example, if you regularly paint your nails without a basecoat, the strong chemicals in the nail polish could damage your natural nails in the long term.
Some basecoats have nourishing and restorative properties for dry or brittle nails, like the Jessica Restoration Basecoat for Damaged Nails or Jessica Rejuvenation Basecoat For Dry Nails.
Basecoats also give you a longer-lasting manicure.
If you don&#;t use a basecoat, your manicure will not last as long because it is more prone to chipping and peeling. Also, basecoats prevent your nail polish from staining your nails yellow.
Applying a basecoat layer is similar to painting your nails with regular nail polish.
First, you need to prepare your nails. We recommend you follow our guide 5 Top Tips To Make Your Nail Polish Last Longer, for our top tips on preparing your nails correctly
Once your nails are ready, apply a thin layer of your basecoat with three strokes, one down the middle of your nail and two on either side, taking care not to apply too much with the brush.
Furthermore, don&#;t forget to paint the basecoat on the free edge of your nail. The free edge is the white edge of your nail that is open at the tip. By painting the free nail edge or tip, you seal the nail polish preventing chipping and peeling.
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Leave your regular basecoat to dry for 2 minutes. Luckily, by the time you&#;ve done all ten nails, your first nail will be nearly dry.You will need an LED or UV lamp to cure your gel basecoat. A basecoat usually takes 5 to 30 seconds to cure under a lamp. A basecoat takes less time to cure than polish because over-curing will cause it to lose its adhesive strength and flexibility. It will also make the basecoat harder to remove later on.
Nail polish and gel polish have different chemistry and require different basecoats to bond to your nail and each other correctly.
For example, a gel basecoat leaves a sticky layer after curing, allowing the gel nail polish to stick to it on top. If you use a regular basecoat and a gel polish over the top, your manicure will not last as long because it won&#;t bond properly, leading to chipping and peeling.
Furthermore, a regular nail polish basecoat takes at least 24h to dry completely, whereas a gel polish takes 30-60 seconds. If you apply a gel nail polish over the top of a regular basecoat, because of the way it solidifies to a hard plastic substance, you risk trapping in moisture which could lead to nail fungal infections.
Always use a gel polish basecoat with your gel nail polish. Using one of our gel polish basecoats will ensure that your manicure will last for as long as possible and that you are protecting your nails. Our most popular brands include Gelish, Halo, DND and Glitterbels.
If you use gel polish without a basecoat, your manicure will not last as long. A gel basecoat gives your nails flexibility and movement. The sticky, elastic surface allows your nail to bend without chipping your nail polish.
You only need one layer of basecoat for your gel nail polish. The basecoat acts as an adhesive bonding layer between your natural nail and the gel colour polish.In short, basecoats are crucial for protecting your nails and making your manicure last longer. Why not check our nail polish basecoats and gel polish basecoats to elevate your home manicure?
If you are searching for a basecoat that you can use during your pamper sessions, check out our full range of basecoats at Nail Polish Direct. Our selection of basecoats includes some of the finest brands available, including OPI, Jessica and more. Alternatively, why not check out the full selection of nail polish we offer and give your nails the treatment they deserve?
Now you understand the importance of using basecoats when doing your nails, why not consider using a topcoat? Read more about nail polish and gel polish topcoats here.
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