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Pro Beauty Tips! Self Nail Care That Protects Your Natural Nails and Prevents Rough Hands

かずのすけ · ▶ 22:22 · 2 min read
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Cosmetic chemist Kazunosuke, who has atopic skin prone to rough hands, explains the steps and key points of a self-done gel manicure that prevents nail breakage from activities such as playing guitar while minimizing the burden on the skin of the hands.

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1. Acetone-Free "Leave-One-Layer" Removal

  • Avoiding skin problems caused by acetone: Acetone is not used, because its strong degreasing power strips oil from the fingertips and causes rough hands and dyshidrosis.
  • Filing with a nail drill: The gel is gently filed down at a low speed of 7,000–10,000 RPM, leaving a thin layer of base gel in place ("leave-one-layer"), so it can be removed without damaging the natural nail.
  • Dealing with dust: The dust produced while filing can harm the lungs if inhaled, so it is essential to use a nail dust collector, such as a quiet model, at the same time.
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2. Natural Nail Prep to Prevent Mistakes and Injuries

  • Adjusting length and shape: After cutting the nails to length with nail clippers, shape them with a nail file (180/220 grit, etc.).
  • Skip cuticle work: Cuticle and loose cuticle removal by amateurs can easily lead to injury, so don't force it; just wipe away surface dirt and oil with anhydrous ethanol.
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3. Key Points for Applying Gel to Prevent Allergies and Reinforce Natural Nails

  • How to apply base gel:
    • Use a non-sanding type base gel.
    • To prevent allergies caused by gel getting on the skin, apply it about 2 mm away from the edges of the nail.
    • As for the order, it is recommended to leave the index finger and thumb, which are handy for working, until last, and start with the middle finger, ring finger and little finger.
  • Caution with uncured gel: The uncured gel left on the surface after curing is highly reactive and carries a risk of allergies, so never touch it directly with your hands.
  • Reinforcing with builder gel: So that even a clear finish can withstand impacts from things like the guitar, layer on a high-viscosity builder gel to add thickness and strength.
  • Top gel: Apply a no-wipe top gel that leaves no uncured layer, and cure it thoroughly under an LED lamp for about 1 minute for a smooth, glossy finish.

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