Shellac Nails
Shellac Nails Doncaster – SprayTanQueen
Like any quality polish application, the Shellac system features a Base Coat, Color Coat and Top Coat. Together with a UV Lamp, they comprise the breakthrough in resilient color that remains flawless for two weeks and removes in 10 minutes.
Shellac™ truly is a hybrid of traditional nail polish and UV gel polish. Unlike soak-off gels it comes in a polish bottle and unlike traditional polish it cures/dries under a UV lamp. Though what I really liked is there is NO BUFFING. There is absolutely no damage to the natural nail in the process. So how does it work?
Shellac paints on like polish – base coat, color, top coat – and is cured in a UV light so there is zero dry time. The colors are hypo-allergenic, and “3-Free” – no formaldehyde, toluene or DBP. Shellac will launch in a range of 12 varieties of shades, from pretty French pinks and whites, to siren red and rich darks. The formula is thin and flexible like polish, so it not only looks natural, it provides strong natural nail protection with a resilient mirror finish that resists dullness and chipping, even during the most rigorous activities.
Just like your average manicure, a base coat, two coats of polish and a top coat. The only difference is I placed my hands under a UV lamp in between coats. The polish dries completely in only two minutes. Say hello to winter pedicures that won’t leave your feet freezing or your polish wrecked. And because it’s so pigmented and applies like a traditional polish you’re not left with thick nails from coat after coat of gel.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
| 1. What is Shellac? | Shellac is a breakthrough, patent-pending UV3 technology that combines the ease of polish with the permanence of gels. No other products in the market can stand up to the claim – on like polish, wears like gel, off in minutes. |
| 2. What can I expect to pay for a Shellac service in a salon? | The service price for Shellac will vary depending on the price structure & profile of the salon. Salons in most markets will position Shellac as an upgrade to existing services, charging at least 50% more. |
| 3. Is the Shellac formula “3-Free”? | Yes. Shellac does not include Formaldehyde, Toluene or DBP (Dibutyl Phthalate). |
| 4. Is Shellac hypo-allergenic? | Yes, a low level of photo-initiators are utilized in Shellac. Photo-initiators can lead to sensitivity with some clients. |
| 5. Is there any odor to Shellac? | A slight odor may be noticeable upon application but not as strong as nail polish. After curing in the lamp, residual odor does not remain. |
| 6. Does Shellac removal damage the natural nail? | No. Shellac was developed and tested for years to perfect every aspect of the Shellac process, including removal. |
| 7. Will Shellac last longer than 14 days? | No. Shellac was developed and tested for years to perfect every aspect of the Shellac process, including removal. |
| 8. Will soaps or other personal grooming products affect the wearability of Shellac? | No. Shellac was developed and tested to withstand the rigors of daily wear. |
| 9. Are there any negative side effects of the frequency of removal with Shellac? | No, not as long as the system is being used correctly. |
| 10. Can Shellac be used over my enhancements (Liquid & Powder and Gel)? | Your Nail Professional can incorporate a Shellac service with both Liquid & Powder and Gel enhancement services. |
| 11. Can I remove my own Shellac? | No. To ensure the health of the natural nail, Shellac is a professional only service and only trained Nail Professionals should apply & remove Shellac. |
Testimonials
Helen – Donvale
April 26, 2011 at 10:29 am
I am not a professional but it is my experience that many salons mix product lines and even product types. Different elements of the Shellac manicure were in short supply in the beginning and many salons substituted stuff from other lines, even acrylics. This is especially true of salons that advertise “gel manicures,” as opposed to “Shellac” or “Gelish” or specific brands. Often mixing works, at least on the surface, but often they cause problems for the client especially on removal. If you want a Shellac manicure, ask for it by name. And never, ever, ever peel off your manicure, no matter what product is used. Any product that can cling to your nails like that when peeled off will take off the top layer of your nail plate and leave your nails in sorry shape. It can easily take 5-7 months to grow in a new nail from base to tip.
Sophie – East Doncaster
May 14, 2011 at 8:51 pm
I have just invested in the line & so excited to start w/it! Have heard nothing negative so far & can’t think of any reason NOT to use it! As far as your sister peeling it off…the nails DO have to be soaked, b/c it will damage the nail bed. Pulling, peeling, lifting off any product WILL damage nails, as it would cause stress to the nailbed. I’m super excited to promote shellac & am so happy to be able to give my clients another option.
Sally W. – Templeswtowe
June 7, 2011 at 10:31 am
I went to a different salon and the owner told me what I had was NOT shellac. This concerns me since I am paying for shellac but not getting it. Also, the first salon had twice applied & removed what I later found out to be gel, but using a metal scraper that left my cuticles raw and bleeding. How can I report salons that are not using the real shellac, but advertising they are and charging me as if they were?
Christina – Balwyn
June 9, 2011 at 10:34 pm
Shellac is becoming something of a generic term, even though it is a brand name for a specific hybrid gel polish, for a wide range of gel manicures. I’ve seen all kinds of things called Shellac – some of them no more than just a different gel polish. But some of them have been hard gel products and even acrylic products.
But I can’t understand why you would sit still for *any* nail procedure that caused you pain and/or bleeding! You should have stopped them immediately.
Tuscan Tans & Shellac Nails
