Lamp for manicure: how to choose and use?

Today, beautiful nail design has become available for every fashionista. In addition, to bring a spectacular manicure is possible not only in the salon, but also at home. Today we will analyze in detail how to choose a special lamp used to create an interesting manicure, as well as find out how to use it properly.

Before proceeding to a detailed acquaintance with the equipment needed for a manicure, you must answer the question of what is such a lamp.

The lamp for drying varnish is a fairly simple device. It consists of elements such as a housing with special built-in lamps, as well as buttons for controlling. On sale there are both professional and home versions of such devices. They also vary in size and function. So, some masters prefer models equipped with a fan, a mirror surface, a sliding shelf or other useful trifles.

Lamps are built into the inner part of the housing and are fluorescent or LED. This parameter determines whether the lamp itself is LED or ultraviolet.

A lamp designed for drying gel polish is a very useful and functional device, without which a beautiful and durable manicure simply will not work. However, the relevance of this device is due not only to this fact. Consider what else is good equipment for the nail service.

The advantages of lamps depend largely on their particular type. The most popular and common UV specimens have the following positive qualities.

• These lamps have a democratic value. In addition, they are widely distributed and can be found in many stores.
• The UV lamp has no problem drying all existing varieties of gel polishes. The only exceptions are those with LED markings.
• Such equipment is offered in the widest range. The choice of consumers presented a huge number of lamps, differing in their characteristics, size, shape, power and manufacturer.
• The UV lamp is the perfect solution for both the interior and home. Each buyer will be able to choose for himself the best option that meets all his requirements.
• Using such equipment is easy and simple. With this no problem cope novice.

The second most popular are modern LED varieties of such lamps.

Their main advantages:

• they allow you to dry the gel polish on ladies' nails very quickly, which makes it possible not to spend a lot of free time on manicure;
• these models serve for a very long time, which distinguishes them from similar options;
• are presented by various models of different power.

There are also special hybrid lamps for drying gel polish. These models are relatively new. They are equipped with lamps of both of the types listed earlier. Hybrid devices have the following advantages:

• With this technique, the nail polish on ladies' nails dries in the shortest possible time, and it does not take a lot of time to manicure
• These lamps can boast a long service life, they will not have to be often replaced with new ones;
• the combined technique without any problems dries on the nail plates practically any coating.

As you can see, each modification of the lamp has its strengths. Of course, much depends on the quality of the acquired equipment, it should be a good assembly. It is advisable to give preference to branded copies - usually they are of remarkable quality and long service life.

If you decide to purchase a suitable gel polish drying lamp, then you should consider not only its positive, but also its negative qualities. Without the latter, of course, never does. Minuses, as well as pluses, depend on a type of a selected lamp. For UV options are characterized by the following disadvantages.

• They can not boast of longevity, in many situations they burn out or lose their original power, which is why drying the nails becomes useless. Light bulbs in the UV model should preferably be replaced every six months (based on the frequency of operation).
• Do not use these lamps to girls exposed to allergies or other skin reactions. The UV model can cause burning sensations on the hands of fashionistas during the polymerization of varnish.
• With such a lamp you need to be careful. If it breaks, then mercury vapor, which is harmful to health, can evaporate.

As for not less popular LED devices, you can also note a few drawbacks here.

• Such devices are more expensive than UV lamps, so many young ladies refuse to buy them, stopping the choice on more affordable devices.
• When working with LED lamps, you should use specialized coatings for nails. You will need to look for compounds with the appropriate mark. This suggests that these devices are not universal, and are not suitable for all varnishes.

Functional hybrid models, which are gaining increasing popularity today, are also not without drawbacks.

Looking for a more economical model on a hybrid lamp should not stop, especially when it comes to brand things.

Before you go shopping for a quality varnish drying lamp, you need to take a closer look at the different types of such technology. Only by knowing the characteristics of all lamp subtypes can one choose the ideal one.

UV or UV lamps appeared on the market among the first. That is why they are so popular among many masters - both professional and home. Such items are presented in a huge range, and differ in many ways. For example, buyers have the opportunity to purchase an original lamp with a creative design. The dimensions of the devices also vary, as is the final cost.

Today UV lamps are available for drying, the power of which can reach:

• 9W;
• 18W;
• 36W;
• 54W.

Each of them accounts for 9W. Many of these popular devices are equipped with timers. In budget models, the time is determined by 2 minutes or turned off manually. As for the more expensive devices, they usually have additions in the form of timers for 1 minute or 30 seconds.

The UV lamp can be bought as very small (the “mini” format is ideal for road devices) and quite large. The latter provides the ability to simultaneously dry the nails at once on both hands.

In such devices, the light bulb has to be changed after about 5-10 thousand hours. Of course, the service life of light bulbs largely depends on how and how often the existing equipment is used.When using such a lamp, gel polish usually takes about 2 minutes to dry. It takes at least 3 minutes to finish.

The second most popular are modern LED lamps for drying nails. These models have appeared relatively recently, and are still considered new. They differ in that they allow the coating to dry in a record short time - in just 10-30 seconds. In such devices gel varnishes of various companies are dried, as well as shellac which is fashionable nowadays.

LED bulbs are for the most part represented by large and powerful specimens. Some options have very sensitive sensors. In such models, the glow is activated automatically, as soon as you place your hand in the interior of the device, which is very convenient.

Not so long ago, small LED lamps of modest power of 6 watts began to be produced. These models are cheaper than standard ones, and it is easier to transport them. Experienced craftsmen claim that such lamps are ideal options for long journeys or trips to customers at home. Also on sale you can meet the LED lamps for drying the size of a finger or special light bulbs.

Such models of lamps can work for about 100 thousand hours. Drying coatings takes no more than 10-30 seconds. Of course, we must not forget that the gel you have chosen should be suitable for drying in such conditions. Making nail polish beautiful varnish with the described lamp will take no more than 20 minutes. It should also be noted that over time the LEDs in this equipment do not lose their original power. If one diode in the equipment fails, it will not affect the remaining diodes.

Not so long ago, functional lamps for drying nails appeared on the market. In them, fluorescent bulbs are combined with a cold cathode. Similar devices are used recently, but they are chosen by many experienced craftsmen.

The long lifespan of such models is explained by the presence of tubes in them, in which gas creates the necessary luminescence. The specified unit can easily serve for about 80 thousand hours without changing lamps. CCFL-models in the course of its operation almost does not produce heat. There are also special CCFL & LED-models. These are hybrids in which LED and fluorescent type of lighting are combined. Such functional and practical units allow you to quickly dry any kind of nail coverings. The process in this case takes about 30-60 seconds.

If you decide to buy a good lamp for drying nails, then you should focus on a number of important criteria. Here are some of them.

• Dimensions of the drying chamber. It should be convenient to use the lamp. Decide in advance on what size you want to buy. In stores there are both very small devices and larger specimens in which two hands can be placed at once. The latter, of course, simplify the work and reduce the time spent on manicure.
• Type of lamps. All existing lamp types are described above. Experienced masters advise to give preference to universal devices that will not cause burning in the hands, and will allow to dry the varnish as quickly as possible.
• Producing country. Machinery that was manufactured in Asian countries will always have a lower cost, but its quality often leaves much to be desired. It is advisable to choose not Chinese, but European or American options, despite their high cost.

• Availability of additional functions. Do not rush to buy a lamp with a bunch of options that you will not use. You only overpay for a similar technique, but it will not become more useful for you.
• Body material. Modern dryers for gels and shellac are made from metal and plastic.The latter are cheaper and more common. Metal devices will cost more, but they also last longer.
• Power. Always pay attention to this parameter of the selected device. Its efficiency and cost will depend on the power of the dryer.

As mentioned earlier, the lamp for drying ladies' marigold is better to buy branded. Mostly branded models are of brilliant quality. They do not have to constantly send in for repair or quickly change to a new lamp. Let's get acquainted with the high-quality products of several of the most well-known manufacturers, offering a choice of buyers lamps for drying, made to all standards.

The famous brand OPI is known for the highest quality of its products, as well as a chic assortment. The choice of consumers are excellent LED and combined devices, as well as good varnishes that do not harm the health of nails. Another company produces not only large stationary lamps, but also lightweight mini-options at an affordable price.

Lamps of this manufacturer vary in size and appearance. Most often in stores there are concise models of white or black and white colors. If desired, it is possible to find blue, green, red, gold and many other attractive devices.

The cost of lamps from OPI varies. You can buy as a very affordable product (for example, a lamp in the “mini” format for 440 p.), As well as expensive large-sized equipment suitable for professional use.

This world-famous brand produces good lamps, which can also assist the master in the design of nails. In this case we are talking about technology that provides good lighting in space and work area.

The most relevant are the following lamps, about which many masters of the nail service speak positively.

• Kvart. This model is responsible for directional lighting. It has a comfortable adjustable tripod. With such a device it is convenient not only to read books, but also to decorate female nails.
• TERTIAL. Another practical model of directional light, which is perfect for working with nails. It has an adjustable tripod and cover, with which you can seamlessly change the direction of light.
• RIGGADR. Such a lamp will not only create an optimal ambient light for the master, but also allow the phone to be charged from it, because it has a USB port.
• SVIRVEL. Directional lighting of this model is perfect for working with nails. In this lamp is regulated and a tripod, and the ceiling.

A lot of modern outlets offer girls not only practical and effective in their work, but also very beautiful hybrid lamps “Crystal” or Diamond. Most of them have a body made with several faces, like a real crystal. Aesthetic models are available not only in the classic white color, but also in black, red, pink, purple, gold, beige and many other shades.

Such attractive devices are made of metal, and have two versions of timers:

• 30-60-90 sec .;
• 10-30-60 sec.

In these lamps most often there is a convenient removable bottom (mounted on magnets or special pegs), as well as an automatic sensor.

This well-known company produces many different lamps for drying ladies' marigolds. The most common and common are the good old UV models of different capacities.

Modern drying from Yoko is very popular because they are inexpensive. On sale you can find not only fairly simple options, but also instances with a timer. As for the design of the equipment, it is basically simple and unobtrusive. The most common colors of the case are white and pink (slightly less - black).

It is not enough to find and buy the perfect lamp for drying varnish.It is very important to use it correctly, so that it lasts as long as possible and does not cause problems during its operation. Here it should be noted that in the application of such a technique is simple and clear. It is unlikely that you will encounter any difficulties.

Should act as follows:

• the first thing you need to turn on the equipment in the outlet;
• after that, you can press the start button and let the unit warm up a little, usually it takes a few minutes;
• Now you should set a timer;
• place the nails under the lamp so that the plates themselves are located directly under it;

• repeat this procedure with the other nails (if you dry one finger at a time);
• When finished, click on the device's disconnect button, and then turn it off.

As you can see, in the application of such equipment in the home there is nothing difficult. Properly dry nail polish can each.

If you do not want to spend a lot of free time on manicure, then you should buy an LED or hybrid model of the dryer. UV lamps do an excellent job with their primary function, but they dry the gel longer. In addition, if the equipment was purchased a long time ago, and used for a certain time, its power can be reduced, which will make it even slower to dry.

For the first time, the usual UV model will be quite enough. With this technique you can gain the necessary experience. Go for more serious options better after a while.

The best solution for people who prefer to work with a variety of materials to cover and nail, are modern lamp-hybrids. They have a higher cost, but will cope with any coatings.

CCFL lamps are very popular today. Skilled masters advise to buy equipment in which there are three bulbs. In these models, the radiation is distributed as evenly as possible, which makes them more convenient to use.

Choose a technique of sufficient power. For example, when using a low-power LED lamp, the bottom layer of the gel may simply not harden when drying. Because of this, the gel polish can subsequently peel off and peel off in some places of the nail plate.

Many women of fashion wonder if the lamps for drying nails are harmful to health.

The design of the dryers is such that the person himself is not exposed to radiation while working with them. The biggest problem you may encounter is a slight burning sensation when working with UV lamps, however, it does not imply any bad effects.

If you work in the cabin, then a simple lamp of average power will not be enough for you. In such conditions it is necessary to operate a high-power device. With it you will not spend a lot of time drying nail plates. If you work in a small table, then a large lamp is better to refuse - it will clutter up the workspace. In such a situation, the best solution would be a compact model.

You should not push back the appearance of the selected lamp.

Take a closer look at the surroundings. It is desirable that the technique fit harmoniously into it, and not beaten out, attracting unnecessary attention to yourself.

After drying, the nails may suddenly begin to bubble. This usually indicates improper storage of materials, poorly treated nail surfaces, individual intolerance, or not the highest quality of coatings used.

Lamps for drying various gel polishes or shellac are used in our time by many fashionable women. The main positive qualities of this technique, they note:

• a large assortment;
• drying speed (especially when it comes to LED options);
• the presence of additional options, such as a timer;
• maximum ease of use;
• the opportunity to purchase not only expensive, but also cheap model for home use;
• ease of use;
• no adverse effects;
• attractive design (applies to many modern models).

The most common disadvantages of drying lamps seen by fashionistas and craftsmen are:

• the complexity of the selection of suitable coatings (which is suitable for some lamps, not suitable for others);
• the high cost of professional and more practical models;
• short cords;
• fragility (especially plastic options);
• not always comfortable gaps for hands.

On how to choose the right lamp for a manicure, see the video below.