Gelish nails are a type of gel nail polish that is cured under a UV or LED lamp. Here are some details about Gelish nails:
Positive aspects:
- Gelish nails are durable and flexible, and they stay fresh for longer than regular nail polish.
- They are easy to use and can be done at home with the right equipment.
Negative aspects:
- Gelish nails can cause allergies in some people due to the chemicals used in the polish.
- Some cheaper gel nail polish brands may not be held to safety standards and may contain harmful ingredients.
- Gelish nails require a UV or LED lamp to cure, which can be expensive.
Ingredients or materials:
- Gel nail polish consists mostly of methacrylate compounds, photoinitiators, and plasticizers.
- Methacrylate compounds and photoinitiator compounds like benzoyl peroxide adhere to the nail when exposed to UV light.
- Plasticizers are added to gel nail polish to give it its strong but flexible nature.
- Some gel nail polish brands may contain harmful ingredients like triphenyl phosphate.
- Gelish products are not tested on animals and are 100% vegan.
It is important to use nail products safely, following labeled directions and paying attention to any warning statements. Some nail ingredients are harmful when swallowed, but not when used on the nails, because the nail is a barrier, which prevents absorption. The labels of all cosmetics, whether marketed to consumers or salons, must include a warning statement whenever necessary or appropriate to prevent a health hazard that may occur with use of the product.
