Safety and Health Considerations with Gel Builder West Chester : Ensuring Healthy Nails at Malvern Nailsalon in West Chester



Compared to traditional acrylic nails, gel builder nails provide a more flexible, stronger, and natural looking finish. Enhancing aesthetics and nail strength is possible thanks to these nails. But just like all beauty treatments, there are various health issues that need to be addressed. First time user or a seasoned Gel Builder, knowing how to treat these issues is important to your overall nail health. In any case, it’s here where the health of the client and desired treatment outcome are placed.

At Malvern Nailsalon in West Chester this is our motto: your nails are safe with us while you leave with gorgeous nails. All our professional technicians are well trained to do gel nail application in a safe and professional manner. In this article we’ll discuss situational assessments regarding Gel Builder nails, its impact on natural nails, other side effects related to gel applications, safety precautions and nail care when using Gel Builder.

How Safe is Gel Builder for Real Nails?

When we think about Gel Builder nails,one of the primary concerns is the effect they have on natural nails. Gel Builder nails tend to be more natural looking, require less maintenance, and are more flexible compared to other types of nail enhancements such as acrylics thus making it a safer option. But just like any other cosmetic procedure, incorrect application and lack of care can result in nail injury.

Let us have a look at some critical points regarding Gel Builder nails safety with regard to natural nails:

Strengthening vs. Weakening Natural Nails

When applied correctly by a trained professional, Gel Builder nails can actually be beneficial for the natural nail, as they aid in its strengthening all the while increasing its fragility and the chances of it chipping or breaking. The polish is pretty handy as it protects the natural nails from all kinds of damage thus also proving particularly useful for people who possess weak nails.

Gel Builder nails should be applied in a very specific way otherwise, heavy application may cause negligence to one’s natural nails and stress may be put on them. Over a long period with incorrect practice, it is very likely that nails will begin to become brittle or simply break. Furthermore, it also is not very beneficial for your original nails to not be given enough time to rest, or let them rest for too long whilst only using gel nails.

Having a professional apply Gel Builder is very crucial for the health and safety of your natural nails. Mainly because malvern nailsalon experts take their time to prepare your nails for gel to be applied which means there is almost no possibility of harm occurring. This type of botched application can cause poor curing, lifting or even a couple bubbles to form which is not good and will subsequently lead to, if not treated properly, damage to one’s natural nail.

Risk of UV Radiation Overexposure

The hardening of nail gel in Gel Builder’s nails is attained through the application of either LED or UV light. While it is most common to note there are only minimal chances of exposure to UV light in a professional setting, overexposure to UV radiation from regular gel nails overtime can prove to be harmful to the skin in any setting.

Even though we use high quality LED lamps to do nails here at Malvern Nailsalon, which reduces the harmful effects of UV light exposure, it is also necessary to apply sunscreen or UV protection cream on the hands to protect the skin in case of exposure of hand’s skin to UV rays during the curing of the gel.

Avoiding Common Health Risks and Allergies Associated with Gel Products

Gel nails are marketed as generally safe for everyone, however there are a number of health risks and allergies associated with the use of gel nail products. So here, let’s check some of the issues and how to prevent them that are quite common among people.

Allergy Against Gel Builder Products

Rarely, some people are allergic to gel builder products which contain acrylate compounds, and these products can cause skin reactions like redness, swelling, or itchiness around the nails, cuticles, and other nail areas. Worse still, severe cases can blisters or skin peeling.

To avoid allergy reactions, please make it a point to always tell your nail technician at Malvern Nailsalon in West Chester if you suffer from allergies of any kind, especially to nail adhesives or products, this way, we can find alternatives such as hypoallergenic gels or less abrasive gel products. Also, bearing in mind that it is always wise to conduct a patch test in the skin before applying the product on the whole body, and gel can be applied onto the skin to check for reactions before use.

Gel Toxicity for Nail Health

Indeed, most professional gel products are safe as long as they are applied as directed, and most people have no issues or adverse reactions to such products. That said, such toxins as dibutyl phthalate, toluene and formaldehyde can pose health threats, so one ought to avoid using inferior gel products, and once exposed to these toxins for prolonged periods, poor health is inevitable considering it causes severe respiratory problems as well as skin irritation.

At Malvern Nailsalon, we prefer to only use non-toxic gel products which have been determined to not have any harmful chemicals in them. We use only products that pass safety measures so your nails will be both attractive and healthy.

Nail Infections Due to Improper Application

Bacterial and fungal infections may occur when air bubbles form over the natural nail when the gel isn’t properly applied. From painful to non-painful infections, this may result in nail infections.

To prevent infections:

• Proper sanitization: Proper hygiene is adhered to in our salon by sterilizing every kitchen utensils, not to mention, every piece of equipment before each procedure.
• No picking or peeling: Removing the gel by oneself can scrape the nail creating chances of an infection to develop. It’s advisable to let Malvern Nailsalon professionals safely take the Gel Builder nails off for you instead.

Skin Sensitivity and Damage

Gel Builder nails in particular are meant for the nails but the other skin layers around the nails are sensitive towards the gel components. In some cases, upon brushing the skin, areas of the skin may become irritated, red, or dry patches.

To minimize skin sensitivity:

• Avoid contact with skin: While applying the gel, we ensure that it remains within the nail area and does not extend to the skin or surrounding cuticle region.
• Moisturize regularly: The use of cuticle oil and hand cream softens the skin around the nail area as well as provides moisture which helps to decrease the chances of irritation occurring in that area.

How to Avoid Nail Damage When Using Gel Builder

Gel Builder nails, if used and cared for properly, are able to provide a practical and suitable option for those who want to have their nails looking ‘done’ for weeks at a time. However, it is a fact that some people do practices some mistakes, or habits, that may cause damage to such nails over a period of time. Below mentions important points to note in order to avoid damaging Gel Builder nails:

Avoid overfilling or overbuffing the natural nails before application

The cause of nail damage is excessive filling or buffing of the natural nail beds which have to be done prior Gel Builder application. If a lot of the natural nail is filled or buffed off, that would mean it is causing the nails to be weak and thinner. This makes them much more easier to break.

Here at Malvern Nailsalon in the West Chester area, our priorities are your health. Because of this, we take our time to properly prep your natural nails to prevent any damage. Furthermore, we do not overfile and use the correct methods that help adhere the gel to the natural nail.

Do Not Overdo The Gel Nails Without A Break

Even though Gel Builder nails can put through weeks of use comfortably, natural nails should not be capped all the time. Without breaks, the use of Gel Builder nails can cause the natural nails to weaken or become dry. This mostly happens when the nails are not sufficiently hydrated.

When trying to prevent damage:

• Take Interims: After applying Gel Builder for a number of times, allow one or two weeks to go without applying any. During this period, make sure that your nails do not come into contact with strong chemicals and are well oiled.
• Hydrate Your Nails: You can use cuticle oils and other beauty creams during the intervals of applying Gel Builder and even after. This will make sure that your natural nails are well hydrated and healthy.

Avoid Peeling Off Gel Nails

Picking away at the nails is scraping off gel or peeling away which is also a reason as to why Builder Gel nails can be damaged. Picking the gel sits the risk of causing the gel to pull off of the nail and causing damage to the nail bed. If that took place then it is possible for an infection to occur due to bacteria or fungus entering through the lifted gel.

Another caution that you should take into consideration is that do not peel or pick your Builder gel nails if you happen to get your nails done at Malvern Nailsalon. In case any lifting takes place at this point, you are advised to make a trip to our technicians so that it can be attended to in a proper way.

Take Off the Gel Builder Nails But Gently

The method of removal is what stands out and is very important throughout this duration of the time where your natural nails are to be taken care of. Not following the right way to remove the natural nails can cause trauma to the natural nail this includes the nail bed getting thinner or getting peeled off or even tearing off.

More focus should be paid to

It’s better not to do it self: It is advisable that for Gel Builder nails professional help is recommended when taking them off. Malvern Nailsalon located in West Chester has specialists that are able to remove your Builder nails in a proper way by first properly soiling them and then proceeding to filing and buffing to remove the nails.

Taking off the Gel Builder nails on your own can be damaging especially to your natural nails so, avoid doing that at all costs.

Conclusion

So It is true that Gel Builder nails can beautify the customers finger nails, but the customers should also stay aware of various risks that come along with the application of Gel Builder nails. These risks may include but are not limited to allergic reactions, and improper application.

Malvern nailsalon is located in West Chester and we have nail technicians who will focus on the health of your nails along with carrying out the Gel Builder nail enhancements as well. Even after doing the nails, our experts will follow the safety measures for removing the Gel Builder nails as well. You can book an appointment for Gel Builder nails at our salon and witness our professionals carrying out the work with a lot of expertise.