How to save gel polish if it thickens
Manicure with gel polish nail polish is a popular modern solution that helps to save a huge amount of time on caring for nails and give them a beautiful and well-groomed look for a long time. But many gel polish options tend to thicken. What to do if the product in the bottle has not yet run out, but the varnish has already become too thick to work with it?
What to do if gel polish thickens
Gel polish has a whole range of advantages. It retains an attractive appearance and integrity of the coating for a long time, protects the marigolds, makes them stronger. But the product also has a significant disadvantage - it quickly thickens. If your favorite gel polish has thickened, don't despair. There are several ways to return it to a usable state.
Why can shellac thicken? The reasons are different:
- the bottle remained open for a long time;
- the product has been exposed to rays of the sun or an ultraviolet lamp;
- a remover for simple varnishes was used to dilute the shellac;
- the varnish was affected by temperature drops;
- the transportation of varnishes was not carried out correctly;
- the quality of the coating is initially low;
- the product has expired.
How to avoid thickening of the varnish? The reason for the density is the polymerization process, which is triggered by ultraviolet rays. To prolong the life of your favorite nail polish, store the bottles in a dark place well protected from sunlight. Close the bottles tightly, make sure that no varnish remains on the neck, which will dry out and cause the bottle to leak.
How to dilute the thickened gel polish: alcohol
One of the options for saving gel polish is to dilute it with alcohol or alcohol-containing liquids (for example, vodka). Choose a product for use with the highest alcohol content (when diluted with vodka, the varnish will soon lose its texture). adding alcohol to the jar with the rest of the varnish, you get an even, shiny coating.
How to dilute thick gel polish: remover
A special liquid for removing varnish (but not simple, but gel) will help to dilute the thickened gel polish to an acceptable state. The wash will dilute the gel polish, but, as in the case of using alcohol, it will not stay on the nails for too long, it will begin to roll.
Favorite gel polish dried up: use top
The best way to resuscitate dried gel polish is to dilute it with a topcoat. Add some top to the jar and mix well. This approach will allow you not to lose the quality of the gel polish, although it will slightly reduce its saturation.
If gel polish thickens quickly: take into account mistakes
As you can see, there are several ways to revive thick shellac, all of them will help to temporarily return the characteristics necessary for application to your favorite coating, but they will not make the varnish "like new". Dilution still leaves its marks - the varnish becomes not so bright, it quickly rolls off the nail, it can lay down unevenly. There is only one way out in this situation - you will have to buy a new manicure product. Make sure that this gel polish does not dry out so quickly.
If you do not want the gel polish to thicken, know what to do:
- exclude the possibility of contact of the product with air and sunlight;
- close the bottle cap tightly after each use of the varnish;
- remove the remaining varnish from the neck, not allowing them to obstruct the tight closure of the cap;
- store varnishes in a cabinet, in a drawer, in a wardrobe trunk - in a place where the sun's rays will not reach them;
- choose products from brands that have proven themselves to be of high quality.
Remember - high-quality reliable packaging of varnishes, the use of good proven bases and materials by the manufacturer, your compliance with the minimum conditions for storage and use of funds will help to avoid the appearance of unnecessary thickness and extend the life of the gel polish for a long time. If the gel polish is completely dry in the bottle, do not try to reanimate it. Such shellacs can no longer be diluted - you should not waste your time and effort.