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Achieving Long-Lasting Shine on Acrylic Nails: Tips & Techniques


Question
what I want to know is how you keep your acrylic nails shine for long time .
I use OPI UV sealer but only last 2-3days .
please tell me how you do .
Thanks very much

Answer
Change your lightbulbs.

I use OPI Axxium sealer too, and it lasts until I buff it off. (Unless a client is extra hard on her nails and scratches them up.)

Make sure you are using a UV lamp that has U-shaped 9watt bulbs, the more bulbs the better, but a single bulb lamp WILL cure this topcoat without any problems! Make sure you wipe out the interior of the lamp regularly (it's supposed to be disinfected after every use) and make sure you have new lightbulbs. You should change the bulbs at least every 6 months. If you opt for the less expensive bulbs, they will only last about 3 months.

Also, make sure you are curing long enough. OPI sealer takes one full minute in the lamp, but don't be afraid to "cook" it for 2-- just in case!

Let me know if doing these things changes your results!