Luxiconic Nails (2024)

FAQs

What is shellac on toenails? ›

Shellac is simply gel polish mixed with regular polish. In short, shellac has taken the best of gel (no-chips and colour) and added the benefits of traditional polish (shine and ease).

Formaldehyde is an ingredient in some nail hardeners and nail polishes. It may be listed on the product label as formaldehyde or by different names, such as “formalin” and methylene glycol.” In nail hardeners, formaldehyde bonds with the keratin that occurs naturally in the nails, making the nails harder.

This type of manicure uses a specific type of nail polish—gel nail polish—that is cured with a UV nail lamp to create a shiny, long-lasting manicure that doesn't require extensive time to dry. Getting gel nails usually involves three products: a gel base coat, the actual gel nail polish, and finally, a gel top coat.

Here are a few symptoms of aggressive filing or drilling on the nail plate: #1) Onycholysis: This is the loosening of the nail plate without shedding and it usually starts at the free edge and can continue to the lunula. The nail plate is held to the dermis (or skin) by a groove and rail structure.

Once in a while shellac can be a nice treat for your feet, however with overuse and application it can suffocate your natural nail bed, leading to brittle, thin, dry, and cracking toenails that cause more pain than pleasure with their appearance.

Toluene (nail polish, fingernail glue): dry or cracked skin; headaches, dizziness, and numbness; irritated eyes, nose, throat, and lungs; damage to liver and kidneys; and harm to unborn children during pregnancy.

Gel pedicures use strong chemicals and prolonged exposure to UV light. In some cases, this can result in onychogryphosis, a condition where the nail becomes thickened, curved, and resembles a ram's horn. This permanent condition can be aesthetically unappealing and may require medical intervention to address.

If you're one of them, these tips from dermatologists can help you reduce the damage: Choose soak-off gel nails instead of acrylic nails. While gel nails can cause nail brittleness, peeling, and cracking, they're more flexible than acrylic nails. This means your own nails are less likely to crack.

First, the collagen you eat gets digested in your gut. More important, your fingernails are not made up of collagen; they”re made up of keratin. Although it”s also a structural protein, keratin is unrelated to gelatin. That”s why eating gelatin or soaking your nails in it will not affect your nails in any way.

What are aura nails? ›

Aura nails are inspired by the concept of an aura, a colourful energy surrounding a person or thing. Otherwise known as airbrush or blush nails, this design features an ethereal blend of colours radiating from the centre of the nail outwards, creating a blurry, gradient effect.

Koilonychia is indented nails. Instead of growing straight, your nails look concave, like spoons. In many people, koilonychia is a sign of iron deficiency. Usually, you can get rid of spoon nails by treating the underlying cause.

Changes to lifestyle habits and nutrition may help strengthen nails. Staying hydrated, taking a biotin supplement, and avoiding certain chemicals are just some of the things you can try.

Rings of fire are red semi circles or grooves that appear on the nail plate . This indicates damage to the nail bed caused by over filing, and may be painful for some people. When you over file the nail plate , it thins the nail down, near to the nail bed which then creates these sensitive spots.

As many of us know, Shellac nail polish is the way to go when looking for one of the more durable options of nail polish around. On average, they last up to 2 weeks, with some lucky few getting a good 3 weeks in!

Instead of getting shellac or gel on your toes, try normal nail polish and remove it straight away after the occasion. Long term nail polish use may lead to fungal nails and can stop you noticing discolouration of the nails. If you do choose to take a trip to a salon, try to ensure it is reputable.

The main downfalls of shellac manicures/pedicures are:

These are slightly more expensive than regular polish mani or pedi. They require a UV lamp to cure the polish until it dries and hardens. Only a manicurist can remove them. If done on your own at home it can damage the nail.