What Should You Know About Dip Powder Manicure

Dipping powder nails are also durable. With Dip Powder Manicure, you can keep your nail tips free for up to 4 weeks.

The downside is that dip powder nail polish can be harsh on your nails.

To keep your nails healthy, we asked two board-certified dermatologists to share tips on how to get dip powder nails safely.

Aaron says the process requires special attention, whether you’re nailing in the salon or doing it yourself at home. All salons have slightly different techniques, but you can expect the following steps to apply to most nail salons (and home dip powder kits).

 The nails are ready: “Before you start the manicure, you need to clean and remove dirt and oil from the nail plate to make sure the nails are ready,” says Aaron. This is also where you need to push the cuticle back, trim the hangnail and polish the surface of the nail plate. Apply Bonder: Once your nails are clean and ready, Aaron says you can apply a bonder to attach the product to the nail plate and reduce the chance of lifting. The base and powder are applied: Instruct Aaron to “apply to the base as if you were brushing your nails”, and note that you work with one nail at a time. After applying the base coat to one nail, soak the nail in a powder dip bowl and repeat with each nail to make sure to remove excess polish. It is recommended to re-immerse the nails 2-3 times, depending on the desired opacity and colour intensity. Wait a few minutes, and then apply the top coat. “This step is to dry and harden the product,” says Aaron. “After applying the activator, you need to wait 2-5 minutes before shaping and filing the nails. Shape the nails to the desired look, file and then apply the top coat.”

When finishing dip powder in the salon,  nail technicians should not actually “dip” the nails into the powder pot. This was the technique when this trend first began, but hygienic concerns about dipping the nails of different customers in the same pot have put an end to this practice. Instead, the nail technician should apply the powder directly to the nail or pour the powder from the pot into a disposable Dixie cup  (this is wasteful, so most salons use the brush method). This is a video showing the dip powder nail process.

If you value their time and love long-lasting nail looks, Dip Powder Nail is for you. “The advantages of dip powder nails are that they are  durable, last longer than gel polish, and are  easy to do at home,” explains Aaron. “I noticed that if I could brush my nails, I was telling my clients that  the dip system would be easier to use.”

No  UV Curing: After applying a topcoat to your dip powder nails, you don’t need to cure your nails with harmful UV rays (like gel nails).  Easy to do at home: There are plenty of complete home gel nail kits that you can use at home. The manicurists we usedto  agree that if you can apply nail polish at home, you can also apply nails. Soak powder nails at home.  Lasts up to 1 month: Soaking powder nails lasts a long time. If done properly by professionals, you should expect your nails to remain tip-free for up to a month. If you make your own dip, you can expect your mani to last  about 2-3 weeks. Infinite Color Choices: With the powder nail dipping boom, companies are scrambling to offer the same wide range of colors as traditional nail polish. There is no problem finding a powder shade instead of your favorite polish.

This is where it gets a little tricky. The drawbacks of dip powder nails vary greatly depending on who you ask.

It has a more voluminous appearance than regular polish. Too much powder on your nails can quickly give you a very thick and voluminous look. This can be avoided by tapping the excess powder from the nails before applying the sealer. Hygiene issues in some salons: This is not a  DIY dip issue, but if you go to the salon, try to put some of the powder in a separate bowl for each client application (or use a brush) To do). Soaking all your nails in the same powder jar can be a cure for infections and other health problems.

 Some people are allergic to dip powder: The bonders used in dip powder nails are often monomers, and according to Stern, monomers are a common allergen and can cause irritation along the nail bed. there is. Removing it can damage your nails. Finally, removal can be painful. Aaron says a simple soak should work, but Stern says that if a 10-15 minute soak isn’t enough, the nails are likely to be damaged due to the need for filing. How long does dip powder nail polish last? Exciting: As Aaron points out,  powder nail dipping can last from two weeks to a month, depending on the hardness of the nail (and how much you deal with the slightly stretched nails at the base). It’s great to do your own nails as it will reduce the time it takes to create a gorgeous nail look. Also, preparing dip powder means lower costs in the long run, as it requires less maintenance.

Leave the cuticle as it is. Clipping (or pushing back) the cuticle by you or your nail technician can lead to serious infections.

To protect your health: Ask your nail designer to leave your cuticle alone. This reduces the risk of developing a nail infection.

At first, the manicurist may disagree. Claim your position. Do not push or cut the cuticle.

If you have rough cuticles or flaky cuticles, a dermatologist recommends moisturizing them.  Applying petrolatum before going to bed is an inexpensive way to soften the rough, dry cuticles. Using cuticle oil is another option that works. Woman applying cuticle oil

 Skip the “double dip”.

Normally, when you get a dip powder nail, put each finger in a different powder container. Base coats, colours and top coats are all available in powder form.

When someone dips their nails in a container with her fingers soaked, it becomes a double dip. If someone suffering from a nail infection or wart has already soaked their fingers in these containers, these bacteria can be picked up. This can lead to serious nail infections and warts. To keep your nails healthy, do not immerse your nails in a container that others have soaked. This is called double dipping and can transfer bacteria and other bacteria from person to person.

 To protect your health: Before you soak your powder nails, ask your nail designer how the powder will be applied.

 To reduce the risk of infection,  nail designers should use one of the following methods:

Pour each powder from the original container into a disposable container and discard the unused powder.  Sprinkle the powder from the original container onto the nails.  Get your first dip nail. Some people have an allergic reaction to dipping nail products. The main cause is the glue used to keep the powder in place.

 “Allergic reactions can occur hours to days after the manicure,” said Shari Lipner, MD, PhD, a board-certified dermatologist. If dip nails cause an allergic reaction,  one or more of the following symptoms can occur:

 Swelling, itching, or discoloured skin around the nails

 Liquid-filled ridges of skin around the nails

 Negel goes up

 To protect your health: Doctor. Adigun and Lipner treat patients who have an allergic reaction after soaking their nails. They recommend applying the powder to just one nail to protect your health.

 If you go to a nail salon, ask your nail technician only to dip nails. You can apply regular nail polish to the remaining nails. Then wait 7 days.  What you do next depends on what happens. The options are:

No skin reaction after 7 days: Go ahead, and get a dip powder manicure on the rest of your nails.  Skin reaction within 7 days: Remove the colour from your dip powder nail ASAP and give your skin time to heal. You can get another type of manicure after your skin heals but avoid dip nails. If you need to remove the colour at home, follow the same steps Dr Lipner recommends for removing gel nail polish.  Skin reaction lingers for 2 to 4 weeks: Make an appointment to see a board-certified dermatologist. After each dip powder manicure, give the nails time to heal. “It’s safe to apply dip powder every month, but to get rid of this nail polish, you need to apply 100% acetone to your nails, which can damage your nails,” said dr Lipner.

 Acetone removes more than the colour of your nails. “It peels off the layer of nails and thins them over time,” he says. Lipner. “Acetone can also irritate the surrounding skin,” she adds.  To protect your health: If you like gels and dip powder manicures, PhD. Lipner: “After removing the color, wait a month before you get another  of these nail polishes.”

 That doesn’t mean you must give up all your manicure for a month. “If you like nail colour, you can wear regular nail polish,” he says. Lipner.

 Some people have an allergic reaction to the glue used to dip nails.  “If your skin still responds after 2-4 weeks,  see a dermatologist,” he says. Adigun.

 The dermatologist looks at the patient’s hand

 Check bare nails during a manicure if you like to colour your nails almost (or all). Be sure to check your nails for any changes each time the colour fades.

 To protect your health: Doctor. “After removing the colour, a closer look at the nails can help you find the problem early on,” says Adigun. This is important. Most nail problems can heal or treat spontaneously if detected early.

 “If you see a nail technician doing a manicure, be careful while the technician removes the colour,” he says. Adigun. Keep the following in mind while your nails are exposed:

 The skin around one or more nails appears to be swollen or discoloured

 Thicken your nails

 Discoloured nails

 Skin changes around, above, or under the  nail

 If you notice changes in the nails or the skin around the nails after removing the colour, skip the rest of the nail polish. If detected early, many nail problems can heal or cure spontaneously.

Woman wearing foil nail wrap removes dip powder nail colour

If you notice a change, doctor. Next Adigun:

Remove all nail colors and leave the nails exposed for 2-4 weeks. Many nail problems begin to resolve or grow within this time.  If you still have nail problems after 4 weeks, consult a board-certified dermatologist. A board-certified dermatologist specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the skin, hair and nails. They have the expertise to tell you what’s happening to your nails and what helps. Healthy habits can lead to  healthy nails for the rest of your life

 “Most people can wear dip powder nails without any problems,” he says. Adigun. By following these five tips, you can minimize the risk of problems. If you run into problems, you’ll know what to do to keep your nails healthy.