Frequently Q & A
At NAILS LAB, we love to share our products information with customers so you may decide which product may be best for your nails. Just another great thing we do at NAILS LAB.
What is Hard Gel IBD ?
IBD Hard Gel were introduced to the beauty market back in 1980s as traditional gels which were hard gel. Hard gel is more flexible and stronger than acrylic, but it's not as hard. Hard gel can withstand greater pressure. And because of it's flexibility, it will generally cause less trauma when cracked than when an acrylic nail cracks. Hard gel is SUPER light on your nails, you can wear it naturally or with extension. We recommend getting a fill-in at 2-3 weeks to maintain its durability.
What is CND Powder ?
Acrylic nails was perfected and became popular since 1970s. CND is a high-performance powder with long lasting toughness. Created with the latest polymer technology, the powder now shrink less preventing service breakdown. Acrylic CND is designed to protect weak natural nails, help prevent nail biting, can be worn as overlay or with extension. Able to get fill-in after 2-3 weeks without the need of removing the current set.
What is N P 3in1 ?
N P 3in1 stands for Not Polish brand. This brand has been trusted my many professional nails salon nationwide. N P 3in1 system allows customers to be able to match regular/gel polish to their dipping/acrylic powder.
Overlay Powder vs Dip Powder
It may surprise you to know that both these products are made from the same formulation. The one big difference between the two is the texture. The dipping powder is grounded finer than acrylic powder. The acrylic powder is applied using a brush with monomer and able to get fill in every 2-3 weeks. The dipping powder is applied using an adhesive brush and activator to dry it, it cannot be filled in and must be removed for a new set every 2-3 weeks.