Gel bath: technique that promises to strengthen natural nails

Nail care is part of the feminine universe, that’s a fact, but keeping nails always beautiful can be a challenge for some women. With that in mind, many techniques were created to offer beauty and durability, such as the gel bath. Next, professional Shay Nascimento tells details and curiosities of this procedure. Check out!

What is a gel bath

You may have heard of the technique of gel bath on nails, but could you tell what it is for or how it is performed? Well then! According to Shay, “The gel bath is a gel structure on top of the natural nail.” However, unlike nail extension procedures, “bathing does not lengthen, but protects the natural nail from breakage”, says the specialist, who goes on to explain: “consequently, all impact from blows goes to the gel and not to the natural nail, which helps in the growth”.

In addition to protection, the professional also says that the technique provides durability of “2 to even 3 weeks with the same enamel”, which is great for those who have a busy life and don’t want to worry about having to do their nails every week.

And if you are curious to know how the procedure is performed, then the specialist explains the technique step by step that has won the hearts of many women. Check out:

How is the gel bath made?

• The first step is sanding the natural nail with a fine sandpaper so as not to damage the structure;
• Afterwards, it is necessary to clean the nails with a sanitizing prep;
• The third step, according to the professional, is the dehydrator and the primer that will prepare the nails to receive the gel layer;
• Then, the base coat is built, a first final layer of gel that will need to dry in the cabin for about 1 minute;
• After drying the base coat, the gel structure begins, which will also need to be dried in the cabin;
• The penultimate step is the sanding and polishing of the gel to give the nails a natural finish;
• Finally, the top coat is applied to seal the entire structure and the nails go through the final drying process in the cabin. Once that’s done, just glaze.

How it works and what are its benefits

The gel bath is perfect for those who do not want to change the length of their natural nails, but want to protect them so that they grow without breaking, in addition, of course, to leaving the nails done for longer. The product layer “provides more resistance to natural nails and helps to keep the enamel shiny for longer and without peeling”, explains the specialist.

The cost of the procedure varies according to each professional, but according to Shay, “the average price is around 80 to 150 reais”. In addition, just like stretching techniques, the gel bath also needs care. “It is necessary to carry out maintenance every 20 to 30 days, depending on the nail” says the nail designer.

However, it should be noted that there are contraindications for performing the gel bath. The professional says that “as with any gel procedure, the technique cannot be performed on those who have ringworm, those undergoing chemotherapy, those who are allergic to the products or any type of nail fungus”. Therefore, always be aware of these factors and look for a qualified professional who offers you safety and quality.

gel nail x gel bath

Here’s a question that can cause some confusion: do gel nails and gel bath make a difference? According to Shay Nascimento, yes. As said by the specialist at the beginning of the article, although the two techniques are performed with the same product base, the gel bath does not change the size of the nails.

“The gel nail is elongated with the gel to the size that the client wants, the gel bath is applied only on top of the natural nail”, says Shay, who also emphasizes “if the client’s nail is short, with the bath of gel will remain short”.

The gel bath is a great solution for those who have more fragile nails and want to have natural growth without the structure of stretching. But if you want to opt for less invasive care, also check out these great tips on how to have perfect, healthy, strong and beautiful nails always.