Best Gel Nails near me in Montgomery, Cincinnati

Gel and shellac nails both cure under UV light, but their composition is different. Gel nail polish is a lacquer made from acrylic monomers and oligomers; shellac polish is part gel, part regular nail polish, and is a patented brand by Creative Nail Design (CND). Both give a high shine and long-lasting finish.

Gel nails are a type of nail enhancement or manicure that uses a gel-based polish or product cured under a UV or LED lamp. Options include gel polish over natural nails, soft gel overlays, and builder gel for added strength: all offering a longer-lasting, chip-resistant finish.

Gel polish is a thin, flexible coating applied like regular nail polish and cured under a lamp, it sits on top of the natural nail. Builder gel adds strength and can extend the nail. Both are cured under UV/LED light.

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Although gel manicures look beautiful, they can cause your natural nails to become brittle. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that repeated use of gel nails can increase the risk of skin cancer and the premature ageing of skin on the hands.

BIAB is a builder gel treatment that strengthens natural nails while adding a polished finish. Browse and book BIAB specialists near you on Fresha.

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