What should you consider when buying gel polish kits?

After reading several gel polish kit reviews, you will understand that gel polish is typically used in spas and salons. However, in recent times, the home gel nail polish kits have become much more in demand—it allows you to recreate the effects of a gel manicure within the comforts of your own home. If you are interested in buying a gel polish kit, here are some aspects that you should consider:

• Choosing the right curing light: A gel polish is dependent on the light source (LED or UV) - that cures the nail polish - to render the desired look. In this regard, UV nail lights are more affordable than LED ones, and can be used with most types of gel polish kits. On the other hand, the LED light can only be used with specially formulated gel polishes. However, these lights do not expose you to any harmful radiation, unlike the UV lights. As a result, people who fear radiation hazards tend to prefer the LED lights.

• Time: It is true that gel polish is more durable. However, using this gel polish kit takes much longer than does regular nail polish. Hence, some women may prefer to get a gel manicure done at a salon.

Apart from the above, it is important to bear in mind that gel polish kits also require maintenance. For example, you will need to use cuticle-moisturizing oil regularly, as the gel polish tends to make the skin and cuticles drier.