Need a long lasting colour for your nails?

Do you hate the fact that polish chips after only a couple of days?

Fed up with waiting forever for polish to dry?

 

Then you need to try Shellac.

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CND Shellac is a unique gel nail polish.

CND is a brand that has been creating nail products for over 40 years.

It is recognized in the industry as a leader in innovation and quality.

 

CND Shellac provides premium care and results you can trust.

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It's unique formulation protects nail health by not requiring buffing of the

nail before application or removal.

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It provides both strength and durability with high mirror shine and lasts 2-3 weeks

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To get the best out of a Shellac Manicure you need to use Solar Oil at least twice daily.

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 I provide a FREE bottle of Solar Oil at EVERY manicure.

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I got my qualification to work with Shellac by Sweet Squared. This company is the

only authorized distributor of CND products in the U.K and is the provider of the

highest quality training.

 

 I charge £25 for a full Shellac Manicure.

This includes nail trim and/or file, nail prep and cuticle work, base coat, two

to three coats of Shellac (depending on the look required) top coat, Solar Oil and

CND Scentsations Citrus and Green Tea hand lotion application.

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There are nail art additions to Shellac that I offer 

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You can see many of the variations I can do if you click here.

 

Please feel free to contact me at any time to discuss how to mix and match

these techniques to give you your very own unique Shellac manicure.

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SHELLAC Q & A

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Does Shellac damage your nails?

No it absolutely doesn't. If Shellac is applied and removed correctly, it will NOT damage your nails.

Products applied to nails don't damage them - it is poor application and prep work that will damage your nails.

 

Proper nail preparation and application is essential, so always check that the Nail Technician has trained specifically for working with CND Shellac and always check that they have a recognized qualification in Manicure and Pedicure. Someone who hasn't been trained to apply CND Shellac won't know how to apply it correctly and is very likely to file the surface of the nail plate before application, causing the nail to weaken. They also are likely to apply the polish incorrectly and not give correct aftercare advice - leaving you with polish that will chip quickly

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An unqualified technician also won't have access to genuine CND products, because the products are only available to trained technicians. If they are not qualified, they will be buying counterfeit products from unauthorized sellers and this can cause many problems with allergic reactions and difficulty with removal.

 

A client can also cause damage to the nail themselves if they try to peel the Shellac away as this will result in removal of the top layer of nail, which damages and weakens the natural nail.

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Am I guaranteed it will last?

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The longevity of the manicure depends on several things - 

 

1. The skill of the Nail Technician

2. Clients paying attention to aftercare

3. The original condition of the clients nails

 

Shellac is not indestructible. For many people it will last 2 or even 3 weeks. It is vital that you follow aftercare instructions, as not doing so can damage the manicure.

Not using Solar oil is one reason Shellac may not last, as this is an important part of aftercare.

Shellac works best on healthy nails, so if your nails are damaged, very weak or brittle, a good Nail Technician will always advise that it is best to invest some time in taking care of your nails with nails strengtheners and cuticle oils to build up the condition of your nails to ensure that Shellac works at it's best for you.

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My nails need a rest from Shellac sometimes so they can breathe.

This isn't true. Nails don't breathe, so covering your nails with Shellac won't affect the health of the nail. In fact, continued use of Shellac and proper, consistent aftercare will actually improve nails condition by protecting them and supporting healthy growth. So have a Shellac manicure as often as you want!

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Isn't exposure to UV light dangerous?

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According to Dr. Robert M. Sayre, Ph.D., of Rapid Precision Testing Laboratories one of the creators of the SPF rating system......

 

“UV Nail Lamps are safer than natural sunlight or sunlamps. The CND UV Nail Lamp bulb emits almost exclusively (more than 99%) UVA-1, the safest part of the ultraviolet spectrum. Hands get more UV exposure holding the steering wheel of a car or talking on a cell phone outside than they do from the use of UV nail lamps"

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I've heard that Shellac isn't suitable for vegetarians

because it is made from crushed beetles.

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The name 'Shellac' refers to a type of resin that is secreted by a

female beetle called the Lac Bug.

This Shellac resin was used in wood polishes and gave a very high shine.

 

CND Shellac is a brand name - not an ingredient.

CND named their polish 'Shellac' simply because the product embodies the same

qualities of durability, long lasting shine and hardness as the original shellac furniture polish.

Shellac is vegan and no CND products are tested on animals.

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Can I remove Shellac at home?

If you would like to do this then it is best to get advice from your Nail Tech on how to do it properly. There are many articles on the internet saying how to do it, but they often give very bad advice. Usually misinformed internet articles advise filing away the top coat and soaking fingernails in pure acetone for up to 15 minutes. Both of these things are going to damage the nails.

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CND trained Nail Techs never file away the top coat and they use a CND professional remover which is designed to remove Shellac without drying out the skin around the nails or damaging the nail itself. Many Nail Techs offer removal for free, so there really isn't any need to attempt a D.I.Y removal and, even if they do charge for the service, it is not a huge amount to pay for ensuring your nails are not damaged. However if you need to do a removal at home, you can purchase a CND removal kit from me and I can help with advising you the correct way to do it - ensuring that you can remove the Shellac safely yourself.

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