Should UV Gels “Burn Like Crazy”?

Pergunta: If UV gels “burn like crazy” under the UV lamp, students are told that it is because the gel is “bad”? In my opinion, the problem is more related to the way the gel is being used during application. What do you think?”

Resposta: I do agree with this. When UV gels are properly applied and cured, they can become warm. However, they are NOT supposed to “burn like crazy”.  Of course, this assumes the students are using a quality, brand-named UV gel that is well formulated, and properly applied. And then, of course, cured as directed by the manufacturer in the correct lamp. Manufacturers take steps to ensure their UV gel doesn’t “burn like crazy”.  If anyone is getting this amount of excessive heat, then it would seem they are NOT properly applying and/or curing. 

Identificando a sensação de queimação na aplicação de unhas de gel UV

Individuals experiencing a burning sensation when applying UV gel may find this article relevant, as it addresses the causes and solutions for this issue. Some common symptoms associated with UV gel application include a burning sensation during or after the process, excessive heat felt on the nails, nail plate separation from the nail bed (onycholysis), increased sensitivity of the nail bed, the risk of nail bed infection, and potential loss of the nail plate if not properly addressed.

Para determinar se este artigo pode fornecer as informações e orientações necessárias, consulte os pontos a seguir para obter uma visão geral rápida:

• Sensação de queimação durante ou após a aplicação do gel UV
• Sensação de calor excessivo nas unhas
• Separação da placa ungueal do leito ungueal (onicólise)
• Aumento da sensibilidade do leito ungueal
• Risco de infecção do leito ungueal
• Possível perda da placa ungueal se não for tratada adequadamente

Causas e consequências do aquecimento excessivo em unhas de gel UV

If the UV gel is applied too thickly or cured in an unsuitable nail lamp, then excessive heating may occur. These are the two most common reasons for this to happen. When the “correct” thickness of UV gel is applied, they may become warm. But when applied too thickly, more heat is released, and the nail can become very warm. When one also uses a nail lamp that releases too much UV energy for curing that UV gel, then overheating becomes very likely to occur. That’s because one symptom of over-curing a UV gel é a liberação de quantidades excessivas de calor. 

Entendendo e gerenciando a onicólise em unhas de gel UV

Esse tipo de queimadura pode fazer com que a placa ungueal se separe do leito ungueal. Isso cria um espaço aberto, que é chamado de onicólise. Uma vez onicólise occurs, the nail bed may later become infected. It can eventually lead to complete loss of the nail plate unless proper care is taken to reverse the condition.  Once onycholysis occurs, the nail plate should be kept short and clients will have to be careful not to injure them until they can grow out again. When the hyponychium seal under the free edge is reestablished, then the nail plate should continue to grow normally.  Depending on the severity of the onycholysis, this condition may take one or two months to resolve itself. During that time, clients should be instructed to wear gloves, keep their nails clean and dry, and do everything they can to prevent catching the nail on objects which could pry the nail plate back, and lead to even more nail bed separation. Keeping the nail plate short will help prevent additional damage. 

Prevenção de queimaduras por fricção

The other possible reason the UV gel may feel too hot could be because the nail bed has been friction burned by overly-aggressive filing techniques. This is often done when nail technicians use heavy-handed filing techniques. In other words, using too much downward force on the nail file.  When an electric file is improperly used on the nail plate, the result can be friction burns to the leito ungueal.  Friction burns cause the nail bed to become super-sensitive to even normal and acceptable levels of warming that normally wouldn’t be a concern. The client’s natural nails should be gently and carefully filed and not treated roughly while being filed.

Práticas recomendadas para aplicação e cura de géis UV

When it comes to achieving optimal results with UV gel nail enhancements, it is crucial to follow certain best practices. One important guideline is to apply UV gels in thin layers, ensuring a proper cure and avoiding potential issues. By applying the gel in thin layers, it allows for better control over the curing process, minimizing the risk of excessive heat generation. This method promotes a more even distribution of UV energy during the curing phase, leading to a more stable and durable nail enhancement.

Além disso, o uso da lâmpada UV para unhas correta é essencial para obter uma cura adequada. Nem todas as lâmpadas UV para unhas são iguais, e o uso de uma lâmpada inadequada pode resultar em resultados de cura abaixo do ideal. Cada produto de gel UV normalmente vem com instruções específicas sobre a lâmpada UV recomendada para uso. Seguir essas diretrizes garante que o gel seja exposto ao comprimento de onda e à intensidade adequados da luz UV, facilitando um processo de cura completo e minucioso.

A cura adequada do gel UV é de extrema importância, pois afeta diretamente a durabilidade e a longevidade do aprimoramento da unha. A cura inadequada pode levar a vários problemas, como lascamento prematuro, descamação ou até mesmo o descolamento completo do gel UV da unha natural. Ao aderir à prática de aplicar camadas finas e usar a lâmpada UV correta, os técnicos de unhas podem garantir uma cura adequada, resultando em aprimoramentos de unhas de gel UV bonitos e duradouros.

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