Points to Note After Gel Nail Application

The Japanese Nailist Association published guidelines to enjoy gel nails safely. I'll introduce it by quoting from the document.

the Most Important Aspect is "Maintenance"

To maintain healthy and beautiful nails, it's important not to neglect salon maintenance.

• After applying gel nails, maintenance is recommended around 2-3 weeks later.
• If any part of the gel nails lifts or comes off, visit the salon immediately (do not attempt to reattach the lifted part with glue, etc.).
• Neglecting maintenance can lead to issues such as Green Nail (bacterial infection), so it's important to address it promptly. In the event of Green Nail, it's necessary to remove the gel nails quickly and allow them to dry.
• If you notice any changes in color, abnormalities, or discomfort in your nails, please consult the salon.

Ways to Make Gel Nails Last Longer

In order to make gel nails last longer, let's keep the following list in mind in our daily lives:

• Gel nails may have reduced durability when exposed to prolonged water contact.
• During household chores such as washing dishes, it's advisable to wear gloves.
• Avoid keeping gel nails immersed in water for extended periods during activities like lengthy baths or swimming.
• Refrain from spending extended periods in high-temperature and high-humidity environments like saunas or steam rooms.
• When engaging in activities like gardening or weeding, wear gloves. Tasks that involve heavy use of the fingertips, such as peeling off stickers, should be avoided.
• Cutting the nails with clippers may increase the risk of gel nail detachment.

If you want to remove gel nail polish, What Should You Do?

• Don't peel off the gel yourself forcefully.
• If your gel needs to be removed, consult a professional nail technician.
• Incorrectly removing gel nail polish can damage your natural nails.

Self-removal of gel nails is difficult without expertise. If natural nails have been seriously damaged, you won't be able to get gel nails done for 6 months.

How to Care for Your Nails at Home

After applying gel nails, ensure to keep your fingertips moisturized with cuticle oil and hand cream.