However, it also has its pitfalls. An unprofessional approach to applying and removing a durable coating, exposure to UV lamps, and varnish solvents weaken the nail plate, making it thin and brittle. The result is damaged nails, which become a real problem. Don't panic! We'll tell you why nails get damaged and how you can restore them.
Why do nails get damaged?
A hybrid of nail extension gel and decorative varnish is amazingly durable. A manicure with long-lasting polish is resistant to chipping, doesn't fade with water, and can last up to two weeks or more. However, this very property leads to a number of problems with the nail plate. Gel polish can only be removed with a strong solvent—acetone or similar substances—which destroy the protective lipid layer on the nails and cuticles. After removal, the nail plate begins to peel and break, leaving hangnails around the nail. Removing shellac with a machine can be equally damaging, as not all nail technicians remove the polish and base coat correctly. As a result, nails become thin and brittle. Have you ever left your polish on longer than intended? We bet you have. This also damages the nail plate, especially when it comes to pedicures. And, of course, there's a less obvious reason: the length of your nails. Long-lasting nail polish has allowed many women to grow nails that their natural nails couldn't. Long nails can often snag and are more prone to injury.
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To prevent damage from long-lasting polish:
If you experience damage to your nails after removing gel polish, be sure to take a break to allow them to recover. It's important to note that the nail plate renewal process on the hands takes three to four months (and on the toes, it takes twice as long). During this time, avoid using solvents containing acetone, and replace decorative and long-lasting varnishes with restorative ones.
How to choose a varnish for damaged nails?
First, you need to decide on the tasks the varnish will be used for. Strengthening varnishes will help protect damaged nails from chipping and water damage – they add flexibility and strength to the nail plate. Moisturizing and nourishing varnishes will help get rid of dryness and peeling: moisturizing ones will create a barrier that prevents moisture evaporation from the nail surface, while nourishing ones will fill them with vitamins. The international laboratory Librederm has developed a line of varnishes for nail restoration. Let's get acquainted.
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SOS nail restoration after removing gel polish:
Imagine your polish has been removed, and underneath are peeling, rough nails. Taking a deep breath, you decide to take a time-out. What to do next? Librederm Ultra-Reanimator Hyaluron Nail Polish is designed for maximum nail health. Hyaluronic acid, the star ingredient, strengthens nails and makes them flexible, preventing chipping, breaking, and peeling. Panthenol moisturizes and increases the strength of the nail plate, and vitamin F eliminates dryness. Recommended after prolonged use of long-lasting coatings and as a moisturizing base before applying a manicure. The polish is transparent, with a slight glossy tint that is invisible during application. It dries quickly and is non-sticky.
