Does OPI gel polish need UV light?

Q: Do I really need an LED light? A: Yes! “Gel” nail polish products which do not require an LED or UV light to cure are not real gel nail products—they are regular nail polish being deceptively marketed. With any genuine gel nail polish (like OPI), an LED light is a must.

Does OPI gel need a top coat?

Cap the free edge to prevent shrinkage. Cure each coat 30 seconds in the OPI STAR LIGHT Gel Lamp. Shake GelColor Stay Shiny Top Coat vigorously for 1 minute. Apply 1 thin coat leaving a tiny margin around the cuticle area.

Is OPI a shellac?

The term “Shellac” is mainly used by technicians and clients to describe a gel polish “blend” manicure service… Essentials offers ONLY OPI Gel Polish, but most clients ask to schedule a Shellac Manicure. ( Shellac is just a Brand of a Gel Polish blend) so Shellac and OPI Gel Polish are the same thing!

Is OPI gel better than Shellac?

( Shellac is just a Brand of a Gel Polish blend) so Shellac and OPI Gel Polish are the same thing! CND Shellac/OPI Gel Polish is a blend of gel and nail polish. Because it is like a polish, it can’t be used to extend your nail. Because it is like a gel, however, it does add strength and durability.

Will OPI gel polish cure with LED?

Details. OPI Gelcolor soak off gel polish (released on October of 2011) applies just like traditional nail polish, but gives your like a super shiny finish that lasts up to two weeks. You can just simply apply the gel like regular nail polish and cure it under a UV or LED lamp for the specified period of time.

How long do OPI gel nails last?

3 weeks
It’s a thin brush-on formula, designed for high performance and a glossier finish than regular nail polish. When it comes to the question of “How long do gel nails last?” In fact, an OPI GelColor manicure lasts for up to 3 weeks without chipping, peeling or losing its shine.