How to choose a UV lamp
Ultraviolet lamp or UV lamp is a device that provides polymerization of a special agent on the nails.
Advantages of the ultraviolet lamp for manicure
One of the positive characteristics is that the gel polish, acrylic coating and shellac can be subjected to polymerization. It is also worth noting that this equipment has a low cost, but high efficiency thanks to mercury vapor lamps. Now there is a wide range of UV lamps; numerous manufacturers offer diverse colors, sizes, and shapes. This is the best buy for a beginning master.
What should you pay attention to when choosing a device?
1. It is recommended to choose ultraviolet lamps with more standard bulbs, which can be easily replaced upon their expiration;
2. A non-professional should purchase a UV lamp with a small drying chamber for one hand, and a professional may choose a device with a drying chamber for two hands;
3. A non-professional should choose the ultraviolet lamps with a timer allowing him/her to control the polymerization time of the agent on the nail plates, as without controlling the time limits, it is possible to ruin the manicure and suffer burns;
4. The best option is to choose the models with a built-in fan preventing overheating;
5. The power of the device varies from 9 to 54 W; a lamp with a power of 36W is the best option, because the drying process is greatly reduced, and there is also no burning sensation appearing during the polymerization of the special agent;
6. The mirror surface is also one of the most important characteristics of the lamp because its presence will greatly simplify the process of drying a cosmetic product;
7. In addition, it is advisable to choose the ultraviolet lamps equipped with a finger separator, this will make it possible to perform the procedure in more favorable and comfortable conditions;
8. The housing of the device can be made of hard plastic or metal; it is more practical to buy UV lamps with a metal housing because the equipment will last longer;
9. It will be much easier to search for spare parts for ultraviolet lamps if the manufacturer is popular in the country of residence.
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