Nail Polish Brands
Whether you’re a nail technician or just someone interested in learning more about uv nail polish versus regular nail polish, look below to see how UV Nail Polishes stack up against a more traditional nail polish such as China Glaze Nail Polish or OPI Nail Polish. You can find all three professional quality brands at NailPolish.com.au
Nail Polish is a great way to express your personality, but you aren’t helping yourself much if the polish you use isn’t the right one for you. If you want to see results, it’s important to find a polish that’s a good match for your particular needs. Once you find that perfect nail polish, you'll be able to turn heads - every time.
Normal Nail Polish:
If you’re in search of a high quality polish that is less time intensive, consider China Glaze. Unlike, gel polish, China Glaze will not last for weeks unscathed; however, it does contain China Clay, a hardening agent that improves their shine and durability.
Pros
- Contains China Clay as a nail hardener
- Professional quality
- Chip resistant
- Fade resistant
- Offers crackle polish, which creates a crackled look over base nail color
- Variety of creative colors
Cons
- Does not last as long as gel polish
- Though chip resistant, it is not chip-free
For a short term polish that veers toward the fun and flirty, consider a collection of OPI Nail Polishes. OPI offers a great variety of quirky polishes.
OPI Nail Polish
Pros
- Professional formula
- Chip resistant
- Long wearing
- High gloss
- Great coverage
- Contains no Toulene, Formaldehyde, or DBP
- Variety of unique collections including scented nail polish and neon colors
Cons
- Does not last as long as gel polish
- Though chip resistant, it is not chip-free
UV Nail Polish ( Shellac , UV gel):
New to the nail scene in 2010, gel polish or soak-off gel polish is carefully applied in layers with a brush and then cured beneath a UV light to dry and harden. Gel nail polish lasts two to three weeks without chipping. The UV light helps the polish dry fast, which reduces the likelihood of dents, chips and smudges. Not only can gel polish be applied to natural nails, it can also be added to a nail tip to extend the length of your nails.
Pros
- Last up to three weeks
- Chip-free
- Salon quality finish
- Can be applied to natural nails
- Can be applied to nail tips to extend the nail
- Comes in a variety of colors
Cons
- Larger upfront costs
- Requires LED or UV light for long-lasting effect