Top 10 myths about manicures

Manicure masters very often have to dispel the fears of customers, and many of the facts are so ingrained in people's minds that even a consultation with an experienced specialist is not able to eliminate the established opinion. The 10 most common myths about manicure will dispel Tatiana Shutova - the network of manicure and pedicure studios 4hands.

"Many manipulations carried out in the process of manicure, causing people fear or misunderstanding. Although many "tales" are taken from the speculation of clients, they still continue to exist by spreading, growing like a snowball. The task of any specialist is to refute unsubstantiated myths, which are the reason for the client's anxiety," says Tatiana Shutova.

Myth 1: You need to apply gel nail polish in two layers

The number of layers of gel polish depends entirely on its density and composition. Masters often apply it in two layers, as most varnishes do not have a dense coating, due to which, when applied in one layer, they shine through and have stains. The saturation of some gel lacquers, depending on the manufacturer, has to be achieved even by applying 3-4 layers, so it is the norm.

Myth 2: Nails must rest between polishing.

This is a completely individual choice for each person. If the manicurist is competent in his business, he does not traumatize the nail plate and allows it to renew itself as the nails grow. A quality manicure does not harm the nails and does not require a mandatory break for recovery.

Myth 3: A machine manicure is better than a classic manicure

The type of manicure must be chosen individually for each client. There is no universal option, but the specialist should know how to determine the most appropriate one. The machine manicure is suitable for the owners of dry skin and the trimmed manicure - for wet, sweaty hands with young or prone to oily skin.

Myth #4: The lamp causes skin cancer

This is the most common and erroneous myth that most nail artists encounter. The ultraviolet light from a gel nail lamp comes in very small doses, so no diseases, much less cancer, could be provoken. Lamps of very low quality can give the skin a light tan, so when choosing a salon and a master, you should pay attention to all available certificates confirming the level of qualification of the specialist, the quality of tools and equipment used in the work.

Myth 5: Nails must be sawed in one direction.

This myth is partly true, but it refers only to the metal files, which are almost never used in good salons. Any other, gentler files can file nails in any direction. It will not compromise the quality and health of the nail plate.

Myth 6: The more often you cut your nails, the faster they will grow

A common myth, which is also common in the hairdressing industry. Nails and hair growth is genetic, so cutting them is definitely not the way to speed up growth.

Myth 7: Dark gel nail polish pigments the nail plate

This statement is 100% a myth. Before applying a colored layer of gel polish, a transparent protective base is always applied, which prevents any influence or transfer of color to the nails. Therefore, for anyone who avoid the use of bright or dark colored coatings, it is safe to say that there is no threat to the nails in this. You can please yourself with any colors and designs without risks or consequences.

Myth 8: The nail plate is harmful to saw the top

Competently performed polishing is not only harmless, but also a useful part of the manicure. Removing the top layer of the nail plate is a prevention of fungal diseases and peeling nails.

Myth 9: Nails don't breathe under gel nail polish

This is another of the most popular myths that instills in people that they need to let their nails "rest" and "breathe" between manicure updates. Nails are a keratinized layer of dead cells that have no breathing system. Therefore, they do not need to "breathe" or "rest".

Myth 10: Applying oils is a useless step

The application of oils is a very useful stage of manicure. It has a beneficial effect not only on the nail plate, but also on the cuticle. Nails, as well as hair is keratin, which is able to transform under the influence of beneficial oils, nutrition and care. This step is beneficial for the health and beauty of the nails and cuticle.