What is a Nail LED lamp and how does it work?

A Nail LED lamp is a specialized device used in the beauty and nail care industry for curing and drying gel nail polish. It utilizes LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology to cure the gel polish, resulting in a hardened and long-lasting finish on the nails. Nail LED lamps are popular in both professional salons and for personal use at home due to their efficiency, speed, and convenience.
Here's how a Nail LED lamp works:
Gel Nail Polish Application: Gel nail polish is a type of nail polish that is formulated with a gel base. Unlike traditional nail polish, gel polish requires curing under a Nail LED lamp or UV lamp to harden and set.
Prepping the Nails: Before applying gel polish, nails are typically prepped by cleaning, shaping, and buffing. A base coat is then applied to the nails to provide an adhesive surface for the gel polish.
Applying Gel Polish: Gel nail polish is applied in thin layers, just like regular nail polish. After each layer is applied, the nails are placed under the Nail LED lamp for curing.
Curing Process: When the nails are placed under the Nail LED lamp, the LED bulbs emit specific wavelengths of light that activate photoinitiators in the gel polish. These photoinitiators initiate a chemical reaction in the gel, causing it to harden and bond to the nail's surface.
Curing Time: The curing process usually takes around 30 seconds to 1 minute per layer, depending on the Nail LED lamp's specifications and the brand of gel polish being used. Some Nail LED lamps have preset timers, while others may require manual timing.
Top Coat Application: After the last layer of gel polish is applied, a top coat is added to provide shine and protection. The nails are cured under the Nail LED lamp one final time to set the top coat.
Final Result: Once the curing process is complete, the nails are fully dry, hard, and glossy. Gel nail polish cured with a Nail LED lamp tends to be more durable and longer-lasting compared to traditional nail polish.
Nail LED lamps are preferred by many because they offer several advantages over UV lamps, including faster curing times and reduced heat exposure. Additionally, LED bulbs tend to have a longer lifespan and don't require replacement as frequently as UV bulbs.
It's important to note that Nail LED lamps are specifically designed for use with gel nail polish that is formulated to cure with LED technology. Regular nail polish (non-gel) will not cure under a Nail LED lamp.