Nail reconstruction: what it is, how to do it with all the steps

Today we will discover together all the most relevant aspects in gel nail reconstruction, we will understand the difference between a single-phase gel and a three-phase gel and all the steps to follow to obtain impeccable results for our hands.

gel nail reconstruction is one of the most important branches of the aesthetic sector today, it has become more and more specialized to the point of developing an ad hoc figure that did not exist before: the nail technician. A figure connected in a specialist way to the world of nail health, gel reconstruction and various nail decorations.

Let's start by clarifying the difference between single-phase gel and three-phase gel : the former were created to ensure that the nails were worked on in various steps, with a single product, not by chance they are also defined as 3 in 1. The three-phase gel (also called builder gel ) is part of a longer process that brings with it three products created and formulated to be used together for this process: base, builder, sealant. The single-phase can also create a C-curve of the nail, a small lengthening and hide all the defects of the original one, but if you need a more extreme shaping or lengthening of the nail then you need the resistance of the three-phase gel .

The steps for nail reconstruction

A good DIY nail reconstruction or one carried out by a trusted nail technician has several basic operational steps:

1. Preparing the natural nail

2. Positioning of the nail form

3. Creating length and shape to the nail

4. Choice and application of color with various decorations

5.   Finishing touches

Preparation for a nail reconstruction is the most important moment to obtain a good final result. There are those who use cuticle pushers, nippers, files and essential accessories and those who prefer the professional dry manicure with the mill and the various tips. If all the cuticles are expertly removed and the natural nail is properly prepared and mattified to receive the subsequent products, the hold of the gel or semi-permanent nail reconstruction will certainly be much better.

To obtain an excellent reconstruction, the edge of the natural nail is well shortened, in order to create and then obtain a professional extension with a form, for a natural nail result. In reconstruction, the choice of shape is among the first things you will have to consider. The most common and requested by nail technicians are: the oval shape, the square one, the almond one and the most daring stiletto shape perfect for gel nail reconstruction.

Always be careful to remove dust residues with a degreaser and using a soft brush to remove dust from the nails . After having mattified the surfaces, degreased and removed excess dust, it is time to apply the liquid primers .

The positioning of the nail form paper is the heart of the whole work. Here your manual skills will come into play. Don't worry, you will have time to become better and better. Why are papers used? Because the nail gel must always rest on a surface before polymerizing in the uV/LED lamp. Among the Nailfor papers you will also find those with an aluminum reinforcement, this will allow you to work on a consistent and more professional reconstruction surface. Correctly positioned the nail form on the free edge of the nails and applied a thin layer of base gel for adhesion, proceed with creating the extension, the C curve and the camber to give structure and the desired shape to your nails. Polymerized well in the lamp in the various steps, remove the papers and redefine with a file or cutter for a perfect nail result!

It is very important to degrease and level as best as possible, once you have obtained the desired shape and degreased again and eliminated the residues, it is time to proceed with the color and/or nail art you prefer and seal at the end with a quality gel finish to protect your reconstruction and ensure a long duration.

In addition to the manual skills that you will gradually develop, we guarantee that the performance of a good gel nail reconstruction is also connected to the choice of the right products for you and their quality. If you need any information on your purchases do not hesitate to write to me in the comments, follow our official Facebook profile and group or use our company WhatsApp and I will be happy to help you.

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