The question “can you mix gel polish with uv resin?” is a common one for both professional painters and amateurs alike? While not likely to pose any health risks, there are some differences between these two beauty products.
Since UV Resin cannot be used on bare nails, applying a thin coat over a urethane finish can create an attractive look, but the outcome is often uneven and prone to chipping.
On the other hand, urethanes cannot be applied over gel polish, as the consistency of the latter is more gel-like than clear, which gives it the same opaque qualities as acrylic paint.
The solution lies in experimenting with both products to see what will work best for you. As with many things in life, nothing works the best for you – it’s all a matter of personal preference.
When deciding whether or not you can mix gel polish with uv resin, you must first determine if your urethane finish requires a clear coat. Most finishes do; however, some require a specific kind of clear coat to allow them to bond better to their in protected surroundings.
Is Gel Polish Resin?
Is gel Polish clear resin? Let’s answer this question by taking a look at what it actually is. Gel polish is a thin, clear emulsion that contains UV (ultraviolet) resins and water. This gel is applied to your nails and it hardens as it cures, becoming a sticky substance that does a great job of creating a new look for your nails.
As you might guess from the name, is gel polish resin is a strong acrylic paint, like when you buy a can of paint and leave it to dry, except it dries completely, leaving you with a gorgeous, brand new looking painting.
You can paint anything on your hands with acrylic paints and save yourself a bunch of money by not having to buy another tube of paint! The UV resin that is in the gel polish will adhere to just about any type of skin, and it works great for decorating your nails with designs or even creating your own design.
There are other types of resins available on the market as well, including; Emerald Resin, Jade Resin, and Spheroil Resin.
Some people believe they have to eat an hour or two of gel polish in order to get a beautiful manicure, but really all you have to do is apply a thin layer and allow it to dry, that’s it.
Another myth about gel polish is that you need to rub it between your fingers like sandpaper in order to remove it and create that shiny appearance, but again, this is not true! Simply apply the gel polish resin and wipe away with a clean finger.
What is UV Resin?
What is UV resin? UV resin, or “uvre” as it’s often called, is a composite material consisting of resins and a curing agent. This curing agent can be any number of substances, including but not limited to UV curing oils, solvents, alcohols and other chemicals.
UV resin is extremely strong, so it cures quickly and has very little drying time, which means that applying the gel polish right on the nails can make them appear drastically different in hours.
While this may sound like a miracle process, it is not: UV curing gels are not one of today’s amazing scientific miracles, but they are a close second to the topical gel polish.
How is UV curing used?
Typically, UV curing gels are applied to the hands or nails dry and then the gel is spread across the surface with a brush. One of the most common uses for UV resin is the application of a thin layer of gel onto nails to create a frosted effect.
In doing this, the UV curing agent is able to penetrate the skin and create a layer of thin layers over the skin, one on top of the other, so that when the first layer of thin layers is peeled off, the second, and third layers will be almost instantaneously cured as well.
The UV curing agents also make it possible to create a UV protected finish that will not change color when exposed to sunlight for hours.
So, how do you apply UV resin? It’s really quite simple: just like regular nail art, the UV resin will need to be applied using a UV protected airbrush, and the bubbles must be carefully aimed at the UV curing agent and the specific areas being protected by the UV resin.
After spraying the UV resin, allow it to dry, and then carefully buff the surface using a normal clean, soft cloth to gently remove any residual UV resin and to make any bubbles in the finished product less noticeable.
What Happens If You Don’t Use UV Light With Gel Polish?
There are some questions that people have about UV light and the use of gel polish with it. Some of them have to do with how the gel nail polish can cause cancer. The truth is that if you don’t know how your actions can affect your body, you shouldn’t act on it.
That being said, you do need to realize that UV light and the exposure that it gives off affects people differently. Here is a look at what happens if you don’t use UV light with gel polish.
As we all know, UV light is very important to having a healthy skin and overall health. It is a very strong form of light that is able to penetrate all layers of the skin, even the deepest ones.
With UV light you get more than just ultraviolet radiation; there’s also x-rays as well. The UV rays are important for melanoma treatment, but the UVB rays to help prevent skin cancer overall.
When you don’t use UV light with gel polish, you may still get some of the UVB rays. However, the number of melanoma cells that are affected will be much lower.
This will allow you to receive better protection against skin cancer. There are a few cases when people do experience skin cancer after gel polish, it doesn’t happen nearly as often as you might think.
Can You Use Clear Nail Polish As A Resin?
To answer the question, “Can you use clear nail polish as a resin?” it is necessary to look at what type of paint you are using on your nails. If you are using regular acrylic paints, then yes, you can use this product.
The gel nail products that are available do not contain a color that is readily absorbed by your natural nails and because they are made up of a substance that cannot be seen or smelled, they do not change the appearance of your nails.
However, there are two major issues to consider when deciding whether or not you can use clear nail polish as a resin. First of all, you need to realize that not every type of clear nail polish will work for you.
You need to be very careful in reading the instructions and using them properly if you want to make sure that you get the full effect of the product.
Second of all, you need to realize that most gel polishes contain some type of UV protection that is required in order to work. If you have a darker nail color, you may need to wear a UV protector so that your nails stay clear and strong, even after applying the clear gel nail polish to them.
Once you know the difference between gel and acrylic paints and you understand that you cannot use clear nail polish as a resin, it is time to learn how to take care of your nails so that they stay healthy and strong for a long time.
Can You Mix Gel Polish With UV Resin?
One of the questions I get asked a lot from women (and some men) is can you mix gel polish and uv resin. In short, yes you can. Most manufacturers allow you to combine the two products. But what does that mean?
Basically it means that you are able to create unique nail art designs by combining these two amazing creative mediums. How can uv rays affect your nails? The ultraviolet radiation coming from the sun isn’t really damaging your nails – although it would seem that it would be.
The damage would come from the rapid heating of the UV rays, and this would cause cracking and peeling. Gel polish can help protect your nails from this effect and allow you to create a beautiful design in any color.
So can you mix gel polish with uv resin? It’s completely possible – provided you follow the manufacturer’s directions. Some may tell you not to do this, and that the UV rays won’t react with your skin; I would tend to agree with them on this one.
