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Polymerization in gel polish is a chemical process that occurs when the gel polish is exposed to UV or LED light. The gel polish contains monomers and oligomers that, when exposed to the light, crosslink with each other to form long chains of polymers.<\/p>\n
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During the polymerization process, the gel polish transforms from a liquid or gel-like state into a solid, durable and glossy coating that adheres to the nails. The polymerization process allows the gel polish to cure quickly and create a strong bond with the natural nail.<\/p>\n
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Once the polymerization process is complete, the gel polish becomes resistant to chipping, cracking and peeling, and can last for several weeks without the need for touch-ups. This makes it a popular choice for people looking for a long-lasting and low-maintenance manicure.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_5c525ee1d52bc291bccb4abb30f8d973":"

Nail technician<\/div>

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Someone who is qualified to provide a wide range of nail services.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_db63a8e31d3136269cc7f9c771785a9b":"

Nail coatings<\/div>

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Any product used to coat a finger or toe nail for strength or to add length and\/or colour.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_4712f1875ecddae8c6e74bedc1bdd841":"

Initiators<\/div>

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Initiators are substances or compounds that trigger a chemical reaction, resulting in the polymerization process.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_670249afe480d585c24cf9a9150bf4ac":"

Exothermic<\/div>

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Exotherm is a scientific term that refers to a process or reaction that releases heat. In the context of nail services, an exothermic reaction occurs during the curing or hardening process of nail coating products like UV gels and liquid and powder systems. When the tiny molecules in these products join together to form polymer chains, a small amount of heat is released. This is normal and usually goes unnoticed, but in certain circumstances it can cause the product to become noticeably warm or even hot, which is referred to as a heat spike.<\/p>\n
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Heat spike<\/div>

This is a descriptive term for an exothermic reaction (a chemical process that releases heat). The polymerisation process is an exothermic reaction. This is unlikely to be felt when using liquid and powder as the rate of polymerisation is controlled by the initiator (in the polymer powder) and the catalyst (in the monomer liquid). But with UV cured gels there can be several situations where the polymerisation produces a lot of heat that can be felt by the nail bed. This can be quite painful and can even burn the nail bed.

This can happen if the wrong UV lamp is used, the coating is too thick or the nail plate is thin. It is a situation that should be avoided by using a matched system, thin UV gel coatings, avoiding damage to the nail plate or being aware that a nail plate is naturally thin.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_743a16a09f2c15231a3bc1d51083aa7f":"

Oligomers<\/div>

Small chains of monomers \u2013 which like monomers, themselves, can be the building blocks of polymers and the polymerisation process.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_e14623b52242301c74ec968ef95bc259":"

Chemical<\/div>

A chemical is a form of matter that can exist as a gas, a solid, a liquid or plasma. Everything in the universe is a chemical except for energy: heat and light. We are made of 100% chemicals; the air is full of chemicals; water is a chemical. Marketing terms that use \u2018chemical free\u2019 are misleading and just wrong. NOTHING except energy is chemical free. It is a way for marketers to provide a false sense of security that is, plainly, unethical.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_df05eb08db9e67ae0ee501e6714c6584":"

Monomers<\/div>

Single units of molecules \u2013 the building blocks of polymers and the polymerisation process. <\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_055b266ab1e48d4f25c57b5d254c804c":"

Polymers<\/div>

In the context of nail products, polymers are long chains of joined up monomers\/oligomers which solidify (polymerise) to create durable artificial nail coverings. All plastics are polymers but there are also many different types of polymers both synthetic and naturally occurring.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_c1a36df0013019a12f8f575de70e853d":"

Nail bed<\/div>

An area of the nail unit under the nail plate consisting of Nail Bed Epithelium and Dermis.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_bd83f8bc129a83a80cbb2ce4439b3a5d":"

Allergen<\/div>

A chemical that mobilises the immune system in the human body as it is a threat to the health of the body. Individuals have different levels of when a chemical becomes an allergen.<\/div>","cmtt_bcd66585a13fd9beefa058573d48264f":"

Allergic<\/div>

Describes an individual whose immune system has adversely reacted to a chemical of any kind.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_321ba68f87398e542040167d68eb79dc":"

Oligomer<\/div>

A type of chemical compound that is used in the formulation of some types of nail enhancements, such as UV-cured gel nails. Oligomers help to create a strong and durable bond between the natural nail and the gel product.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_3301334d7b41d59c5fe2f5d888d1da1e":"

A coating in nail services terms is any product that is applied to the nail plate<\/a> and leaves a layer of product. It can be traditional nail polish, a strengthening product, a UV gel product, an L&P product.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_24d9c18b31af136f57c5a0ccde2da5d2":"

Soak Off<\/div>

Using Acetone or another solvent (remover) to soften nail coatings (gel polish or acryl) making swift removal from the nail plate possible.<\/p>\n
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'Wraps' can be used or cotton buds and aluminum foil to hold the solvent in place.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_4eb428598c1d8f289e6897779124e77d":"

A nail product that cures (or polymerizes) under a UV lamp.
There are various types of UV gels, categorized by the way they can be removed, or by the way they can be used.

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A two-part nail enhancement system using polymer powder and monomer liquid, and applied using a sable brush.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_be4f3ed4190c326680dcfaad66790282":"

This is often what an alkaline substance is called but is commonly used as a term describing a nail coating that is a first layer adhering to the nail plate.<\/p>\n<\/div>"}}; -->