Luxiconic Nails (2024)

FAQs

What is shellac on toenails? ›

Shellac is essentially a hybrid of gel and traditional nail polish that's cured and hardened with a special LED lamp so you get lasting wear and don't have to worry about drying time.

Gel nails use a nail polish that can only harden on your natural nails when exposed under UV or LED light to create a hard, chip-resistant manicure. This is why gels can only be set by lamps that emit LED or UV light. The result of this process is a strong, flexible glossy finish that's chip-free and long-lasting.

#3) Rings of Fire: These are red, painful patches that develop on the nail plate from aggressive filing or drilling on the natural nail. Rings of fire are more commonly found in zone 3 (around the cuticle) when caused by drilling.

Jelly nails are the lip gloss of manicures. The look features nails coated with a sheer, ultra-glossy wash of color that leaves them looking like, you guessed it, jelly.

Once in a while shellac can be a nice treat for your feet, however with overuse and application it can suffocate your natural nail bed, leading to brittle, thin, dry, and cracking toenails that cause more pain than pleasure with their appearance.

Shellac nails are suuuper long-lasting, and you can probably get anywhere from 10 to 14 days out of 'em. You don't want to keep them on longer than two weeks though—by this time, your real nail will have started to grow out, and it's not the cutest look.

Choose soak-off gel nails instead of acrylic nails.

While gel nails can cause nail brittleness, peeling, and cracking, they're more flexible than acrylic nails. This means your own nails are less likely to crack. You'll want to ask for gel nails that soak off rather than ones that must be filed off.

If you are looking to strengthen a client's nails and grow them out longer naturally, soft gel is a great option for protection and longevity. Shellac is a good go-to when the nail doesn't need much maintenance, and you are really looking for a simple, long-lasting manicure.

If you have strong natural nails, shellac is a top option that will be kind to your nails on removal, with a beautiful natural finish. If you're looking for something that will last for a longer period, say a honeymoon or holiday – go for gel. If you have weak nails, or want some drama – go for acrylics.

Mermaid nails, also known as “mermaidcore” nails, are a captivating and whimsical nail art style that draws inspiration from the mythical allure of mermaids. Just like the mesmerising sea creatures themselves, these nails embody the ethereal beauty and enchantment associated with mermaids.

What is lava nails? ›

Lava Nails is a full service nail salon and spa specializing in high quality nail art. Our friendly skilled staff and technicians offer a wide range of services in each category to ensure all of our customers are satisfied.

Japanese gels are advanced gel nail products that can be used not only for one color application but also for nail art, as they are highly pigmented. Japanese gel nail products use cosmetic grade pigments, not like many gel polishes, and therefore allow for single coat coverage and versatility to use in any of your ...

Unlike normal polish which may chip and peel, shellac is a hardwearing power polish, applied as an overlay to your natural nails. Shellac is set under LED lamp, adding strength to your nails and giving a glossy finish lasting 14 days. Choose from a wide range of colours.

Shellac creates a strong barrier on the nail surface, which can trap moisture and bacteria underneath. Prolonged use of shellac on toenails, particularly if not applied or removed properly, can increase the risk of fungal or bacterial infections.

Shellac benefits from its gel content, but don't forget that there is regular polish in there too. As such, whilst it is harder to chip than regular polish, it can still chip more easily than gel. But, the plus side of this is that it is far easier to remove.

If you have strong natural nails, shellac is a top option that will be kind to your nails on removal, with a beautiful natural finish. If you're looking for something that will last for a longer period, say a honeymoon or holiday – go for gel. If you have weak nails, or want some drama – go for acrylics.