How heat affects manicure

The long-awaited hot days have come, which means that summer and vacation time are getting closer. Do you know how heat affects manicure? If not, then rather open my article.

How temperature affects extension

It may be difficult for the untrained person to notice any difference at first glance, however, most nail artists will see changes in their acrylic and gel systems, depending on the temperature and season. This is especially pronounced with the advent of heat.

Temperature and additional ultraviolet radiation can greatly affect the polymerization of acrylic, as well as the viscosity and premature cure of the gel. In particular, this can be a problem for nail technicians who work on site and cannot control the temperature in the rooms. An experienced craftsman should know how to compensate for these changes.

Heat and humidity affect not only the air and body temperature, but also the products themselves. Therefore, due attention should be paid to their proper storage.

The optimal operating temperature for manicure products is 20-22 degrees Celsius. Therefore, buying a thermostat for work to control the process is a pretty good idea. As temperatures rise, on particularly hot summer days, I advise nail wizards to switch to an acrylic system with a longer setting time. Such a system uses slow monomers, which leave manicurists more time to work.

If your working environment or the client's body temperature is too warm even an air conditioner can't handle, you can take other steps to control the temperature, such as using a cool bag or a cool bag to put the monomer in. But do not lower the temperature of the product too much or too quickly. Keep in mind that lighting and table lamps can also generate extra heat, so keep this in mind when purchasing.

If your client's hands are too warm or sticky, this can cause the product to set too quickly and cause problems with mold adhesion. Invite the client to wash their hands in cold water or give a cool washcloth before the extension procedure. And to avoid problems with mold adhesion, wipe your fingers with acetone before applying the material.

Manicurists may encounter the same problems when the temperature drops. If your work environment is cold enough, you can heat the monomer to the ideal temperature using heating pads. Keep your clients warm with blankets, infrared lamps, and warm drinks, and encourage them to wash their hands in warm water before the procedure.

Always use controlled methods of raising the temperature, and avoid potentially dangerous methods that affect rapid heating, such as radiators, microwave ovens, or boiling water.

How heat affects gel polish

Hot and cold temperatures also play an important role in working with gel polishes. This is displayed not in a decrease in the quality of the coating (so you can be calm about your manicure at sea :)), but in ease of use when applied. Each degree, whether lower or higher, will change the viscosity of the gel. If the surrounding temperature rises significantly, the gel becomes very liquid and can be difficult to work with, as it spreads, can get on the skin, and cause irritation. The higher the temperature, the thicker the gel you prefer should be.

In the presence of additional exposure to UV rays, manicurists must also take into account the possibility of premature curing of the product. It is recommended to avoid direct exposure to ultraviolet radiation, so you should not sit, for example, next to a window. This can affect not only the premature curing of the gel that is already applied to the nails, but also the curing of products in their bottles, containers, and brushes.

Be careful to keep brushes and open bottles of gel polish away from UV and LED lights and out of the sun to prevent them from curing as they will become unusable.

As you can see, the heat affects not only our general well-being, but even manicures. However, with the right approach and knowledge of the matter, not a single temperature regime will stand in the way of your perfect nails.