is it formaldehyde free and if used long term does it dry the nail like Nailtiques does?
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Yes, it's formaldehyde free. I've been using it for about 5-6 weeks now; my nails are longer, stronger and healthier than they've been in years. I used to use acrylic, then shellac....they are much better now and not dry or peeling at all. This is really good stuff!
722296
Hi Katy, I have never used the less expensive ones but I sure love this one.. 30 sec drying time for my last coat of gelish nail color..
1284031
I like it. Its the same as the ones in the nail salons use. I recommend this product
1263020
Absolutely dear! you can use regular nail, although you should let it Completely dry before applying the gel curing it.
1951873
no at the nail salon i've seen them use a freshly applied clear coat as adhesive. the studs the applied stayed on for a 2 and half weeks. u can use clear drying super glue if that makes u feel more comfortable.
989716
No. This type of polish only dries with the activation of the UV light that comes from the drying machine. You can find really cheap ones on Amazon - the difference will be is you have to dry a few extra times (2-3 times suggested from my experience) to ensure the polish is fully dry. Hope this helps.
686917
Vinylux removes easily with acetone nail polish remover just like traditional nail polish. You do not need a lamp to dry. It air dries quickly (even faster than traditional nail polish, in my experience).
342999
Not at all, air dry works just fine, it's just like nail polish in the way it dries.
1554284
The ph bond is optional...I don't use it but replace it with a strong isopropyl alcohol, (9%) to dry out the nail thoroughly to insure a good bond. I've read that it's worth the investment if you have really oily nail beds, (my skin is rather dry so, I skipped it). You then apply the base gel, gelish polish, and top it off in that order with the lamp set btwn each one. YT has some great vids abt how to apply a "Gel Nail Sandwich" where you use your own nail color in place of the gelish polish. I've tried it and it doesn't last as long but, it's still cool to be able to use what you have on hand. The ph bond is optional...I don't use it but replace it with a strong isopropyl alcohol, (9%) to dry out the nail thoroughly to insure a good bond. I've read that it's worth the investment if you have really oily nail beds, (my skin is rather dry so, I skipped it). You then apply the base gel, gelish polish, and top it off in that order with the lamp set btwn each one. YT has some great vids abt how to apply a "Gel Nail Sandwich" where you use your own nail color in place of the gelish polish. I've tried it and it doesn't last as long but, it's still cool to be able to use what... » Read More The ph bond is optional...I don't use it but replace it with a strong isopropyl alcohol, (9%) to dry out the nail thoroughly to insure a good bond. I've read that it's worth the investment if you have really oily nail beds, (my skin is rather dry so, I skipped it). You then apply the base gel, gelish polish, and top it off in that order with the lamp set btwn each one. YT has some great vids abt how to apply a "Gel Nail Sandwich" where you use your own nail color in place of the gelish polish. I've tried it and it doesn't last as long but, it's still cool to be able to use what you have on hand. « Show Less
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U have to set it with a clear nail resin and it just depends on how you care for your nails , if I am working a day maybe 2 but if I am off 3 or 4 days it takes them well over a hour to dry completely .
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Yes, any formula that has the ability to straighten hair for an extended period of time has a chemical that either is formaldehyde or another agent in the "aldehyde" family that when heated to high temperatures creates and releases formaldehyde. Only use outdoors and don't breathe in the fumes, which are quite strong (and dangerous). If someone else is helping you, don't have them stand directly above you when using the flat iron as that is where the fumes tend to go (up).
1078007
No, it is not for regular nail polish. There are no fans to dry, only UV lights to cure gel nails.
1558664
No. You MUST soak this gel product off. That said, this brand soaks off quickly. Put a cotton ball with temover on a piece of foil and wrap each nail. Follow package directions.
588977
Great question! Though I have never called the company and questioned them directly, I believe it is formaldehyde free. You can go to their website and read about the company and their products. I always buy the Organic Grade B syrup.
2113752
well I have followed someone else's advice and not touched the nail until after I put on the top coat, because the under-coats tend to remain sticky well after the 5 minutes I will have them under the light. (It was becoming an all day affair.) But by doing each nail for 5 minutes, and then doing the top coat for 8 minutes and not touching the nail until then, it was okay. It is still a bit "tacky" feeling, but then I rinse the nail with rubbing alcohol. It is still not a hard dry until some hours later. I bought the OPI products but not the UV light by OPI due to expense. So, I do not know if it would be better with their UV light dryer. And this dryer is not a single 54 watt UV bulb but 6 9-watt UV bulbs, sooo.... I don't know what to say.
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Sorry I do not know. I use it only as clear polish directly on my unpolished nails.
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They are polishes that don't contain dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde, and toluene. There are also 5 free polishes. Here is a list and more information about the chemicals. http://www.goddesshuntress.com/2012/03/30/the-list-3-free-and-5-free-nail-polishes/