Nail enhancement lifting is one of the most frequent challenges faced by both beginners and experienced technicians. Let's look into the key mistakes that cause loss of material adhesion.
1. Gel Touching the Skin and Remaining Pterygium
If gel touches the cuticle or lateral side walls, an air pocket will inevitably form as the natural nail grows. Always maintain a tiny gap (about 0.5 mm) from the skin and thoroughly clean the pterygium.
2. Insufficient Degreasing and Skipping Primer
Traces of natural oils or filing dust are the biggest enemies of adhesion. Always use quality dehydrators and apply an acid-free primer to create a strong double-sided bond.
3. Skipping the Elastic Base Anchor Layer
Hard builder gels lack the natural flexibility of real nails. Without a thin, rubbed layer of elastic rubber base, hard gel will quickly lift off the moving natural nail plate.
4. Incomplete Curing
Low lamp wattage or an overly thick layer of pigmented gel results in material curing only on the surface while remaining soft inside. Always ensure full curing time (at least 60 seconds) and check your lamp's LEDs regularly.
Fixing these four mistakes will ensure flawless 3 to 4-week wear without a single lift!
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