Base for nails: types, tips on selection and use

Every woman who watches her appearance and regularly visits the nail salon knows that the master applies three stages to the nail design: base, color, top. The most important coating is the base, because it depends on it how the next layers will form, and how long the finished manicure will last. What is the base and what is its value when making nails, consider below.

The basic tool is a monochromatic coating, which is the basis for a gel or varnish. As a rule, this means a transparent color. It is superimposed on the nail plate in an even layer, smoothes out all irregularities and defects, creates a smooth surface for covering the nail with colored gel. Apart from the fact that the base-aligned surface allows you to perfectly simulate a nail, this tool has other functions. It makes the nail plate more durable, and also protects living cells from harmful chemical elements, which are included in the varnish.

The base is a mandatory step in nails. It strengthens the contact between the nail plate and the decorative components.

As a rule, the need to use the base occurs in women with weakened nails, this gel protects the nail plate from chipping, cracking and other damage.

Some women, in general, prefer to do only the base without the use of color coverage and top. These nails look quite natural and natural.

Sometimes basecoat becomes effective against white spots. Thus, it has several functions and is always used when performing a professional manicure.

Most often, the tool is a colorless substance, but there are varieties nude or pale pink. Usually, the gel consists of a polymer or silica gel - these components are of natural origin and are not dangerous for human health. Different types of base coverage are classified according to their content and functions. There are several varieties.

• Rubber The most popular type. Its main function is firming. Due to the content of the rubber, the texture of the tool becomes dense and thick, which makes the procedure of aligning the nail plate and covering the nail with colored gel much easier. It is applied before the nail coating gel or before building.
• Silicone. Most often, the product is a nail-shaped sticker that is superimposed on the nail plate. Due to such a base, the nail becomes strong, tough, in addition, when updating a manicure, removing such a base is much easier and less traumatic.
• Acrylic. The content of this tool combines the components of a classic base and acrylic powder. The main application was found when building and correcting nails. The stores offer options for colorless, white or color. This species performs a strengthening function.

• Gel. Typically, this option is a universal tool that includes the base, color and top. The coating is made on a gel basis. It is easy to apply, camouflages the defects of the nail plate, but one cannot say that the effect lasts a long time. This is a single phase product.
• Therapeutic. It is used to treat nails. Most of all living cells are damaged under acrylic. Therefore, during the rest of the nail plates from the acrylic coating, a special base is used with vitamins E and D, which make the nails less brittle, promote cell regeneration and healing of the entire nail.

• Water based. It is used for pigmented varnish, cannot be used for gel varnish. A great option for pregnant women, allergies and children, as the harmful elements it contains at a minimum.
• Latex. It is difficult to call this tool a base, but it performs one of the functions of a classical base - it allows you to apply a colored layer without going beyond the nail. Liquid latex is used at home, when performing a professional manicure it is not necessary.

Going to the store for a basic basis for manicure, when choosing a tool Follow the recommendations of professional nail industry masters.

• Pick up the base, color and top of the same brand. Integrated use of single production means is characterized by greater efficiency.
• Pay attention to gels containing vitamins, proteins, silk and other therapeutic items. They will not only protect living tissues from chemicals, but also have a healing effect.
• In no case do not take the material on the stock, which has a shelf life. Overdue product loses all its qualities and can have a negative impact on the condition of the nails.
• If irregularities are peculiar to nails, then it is better to give preference to thick gels, they hide all defects of the nail plate well. The rubber variety has equalizing properties.

• Do not pass by the means “two in one”, combining the base and the top. It is very convenient, economical, and the quality of the manicure does not suffer at the same time.
• Examine your own body, perhaps some of the components can provoke an allergic reaction, and then the selection of tools should be carried out taking into account individual characteristics. Often in such cases it is recommended to choose a basis with antiallergenic effect.
• The most correct decision is to entrust the choice of base coverage to a professional.

Even choosing a high-quality base coat, without experience and skill, a good manicure will not work, so many masters begin their journey to the career of a professional manicurist with a workout on models. The first steps to successful work begin with the application of a basic framework. From this depends on the quality, strength and design of the next color layer. Listen to the advice of specialists in applying the base.

• We begin a manicure with the preparation of the nail plate. We remove the old coating, process the surface, carefully cut the cuticle with special scissors or nippers.
• We process nails with a buff. Especially carefully smooth the surface in the area of ​​the cuticle and at the edges.
• We create the shape of the nail through the file, eliminate all irregularities and other damage to the nails and the skin around the nail.

• Each nail is treated with nail polish remover. This tool helps to eliminate excess fat from the nail plate.
• Next, cover the nails with acid-free primer and dry each nail in the UV lamp for half a minute. This coating will have a positive effect on the adhesion of the nail surface with the base.
• Apply on the nail plate base. This should be done so as not to touch the skin or the cuticle area. Dry the nails for about three minutes.
• We proceed to the subsequent stages of professional manicure.

Having mastered the step-by-step technique of applying the base, you can familiarize yourself with other nuances of using this coating.

• The base can be applied in two or three layers, especially for products with a liquid texture.
• The more layers are applied, the longer it is necessary to dry the nails in the UV lamp.
• To make sure that the main coating is applied correctly, you need to carefully examine the shape of the nail.Evenly and correctly covered with a base, the dried nail will have a glossy uniform luster.
• If the product thickens, then it should not be diluted with acetone or alcohol. Exit the situation will allow dilution of the bottle with a similar composition of the same manufacturer.
• Firming bases are required to be applied on a clean nail without degreasing, as this procedure dries and damages the nail plate. The same applies to remedies. It is better to do salt baths or herbal decoction. Degreasing is necessary only if the base is used for gel polish or rubber base.

High reviews of professionals received products from a number of manufacturers.

• Chanel. The base coating Beaute des ongles Protective Base Coat contains firming oil, which makes the enamel strong, strong, living fabrics are not covered with a yellowish tint under the negative influence of varnish. Convenience of application is achieved with a soft wide brush.

• Essie. Universal tool All in one base includes the properties of the base and top. Plus products can be noted in the gel vitamins and argan oil, thanks to which the nails are strengthened and saturated with beneficial components.

• Orly. The rubber base of the Bon Bonder Treatment has properties that protect the nail plate from mechanical stress, align it and make it stronger. Among the advantages are noted including the peculiarity of quick drying, and the absence of the need to use a UV lamp.

• Kapous Lagel. Judging by the reviews of experts, this product falls quite well on the surface of the nail, does not spread, the bottle has a comfortable brush. And also to the pluses is the content of vitamins B5 and E.

• BS Gellac. A great option for ladies with thin and weak nails. Special properties significantly reduce the brittleness of the nails, level them, strengthen. One of the most popular domestic manufacturers.

• Rio Profi. The rubber base of Rio Profi Rubber Base is suitable for use in combination with the tools of other manufacturers, as its components are well combined with foreign inclusions. Experts distinguish easy application and thick texture. Another quality product made in Russia.

• Vogue. Base Vogue Nails has a sticky layer and is characterized by medium texture. Professionals recommend using it with an acid-free primer, as well as cover the nails with this tool in two layers. Production Russia.

• CND. The basis of CND Shellac Base Coat has anti-allergic properties, since it does not contain toluene and dibutyl phthalate, which allows the use of the drug for allergies and pregnant women. Nails eat well under this base coat and harden. In addition, this product quality connects the nail plate and the color layer.

• Irisk. Rubber base Irisk Rubber Base of Chinese production. Makes nails smooth, gives the surface a suitable structure for adhering to varnish. The product itself is quite elastic.

• Bluesky Shellac Base. It is easy to apply on the nail plate, aligns defects, does not spread. Of the advantages, a comfortable brush is noted, of the minuses, the absence of vitamins in the composition and difficult removal during correction.

• Kodi. Rubber product, which is characterized by a thick consistency. Judging by the reviews of experts, it is very convenient to apply, smoothes the irregularities of the nail plate.

• TNL. Rubber base Rubber TNL is a thick transparent tool that fits well on the nails and gives the nail plate a flat surface.

Most consumer reviews focus on the Kodi brand base. This option is the easiest to order. Product is offered at an average price. Of the benefits stand out easy application of the gel, on the surface it practically does not spread. Good result allows to achieve a very comfortable brush. The consistency is thick, due to this base and does not flow under the nail cushions. There is excellent protection base Kodi from chipping and cracking.Of the minuses stand out a specific smell and soreness during drying in the UV lamp.

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