A very commonly ask question asked by million of girls around the world . What is a base coat and why do you apply base coat before applying nail polish ? Well tonights blog post will tell you all you need to know on base coat and it's uses . Credits : google
Before applying colored polish, it is advisable to always use a
base coat. Not only does a base coat provide a smooth surface for color, but it
can promote healthier nails
Base coats are necessary for promoting healthier nails,
and
ensuring easier application.
What is a base coat?
A base coat is a clear coat that can double as a top coat,
which is applied on top of the color. Some brands offer base coats with
protein, aloe vera, vitamin E, and/or calcium. These featured ingredients add
strength to the nail.
How should you use a base coat?
The base coat is applied before any nail polish. However, it is recommended
that you use a cotton ball soaked in nail polish remover (preferably
non-acetone) to ensure that the oily residue is removed from the nail bed.
Apply a layer of base coat on your nails like any other nail polish and always
make sure to let it dry before applying any other coats of polish, otherwise it
will chip easily.
Why should you use a base coat?
There are several reasons why you should always use a base coat, and never
put colored polish on without one.
Base coats including protein, aloe vera, vitamin e, and/or calcium can
strengthened nails that are brittle and dry, restoring the moisture that nails
need in order to be healthy. This prevents breakage and other damage, including
splitting and peeling.
Dark colors of nail polish can stain the nail, as well as seep into the nail
bed and discolor your nails.
This is especially true of experimenting with
blue, black, or bright red nail polishes. Applying a base coat can prevent this
from occurring. The base coat is a shield of protection from such damage.
Darker-colored nail polish can also cause more serious chemical reactions. This
occurs when the nail plate has a bad reaction to the coloring agent in the
polish, and as a result, the nails will take on a yellowish appearance. This
does not always happen immediately; for some it may take days or weeks for the
reaction to show itself. If your nails are already yellowed because of this,
there are several home-remedies you can try. You can try soaking your nails in
a mixture of water and lemon juice once a week for 15 minutes, or soaking your
nails in denture-cleaning tablets for a few moments. If nothing works, don't
despair! Your nails will eventually grow out and they will look good as new.
The base coat ensures that the polish will last longer. It provides a
smoother, more receptive surface for the colored polish to adhere to. You will
truly notice a difference in the ease of the application.
A base coat provides a hint of shine, and when used properly in the
"sandwich" order (base coat, color coat, top coat), the shine lasts
much longer. It also provides a natural shine if applied by itself, for a
natural healthy buff.
Some nail polish companies provide colored nail polish that guarantees to be
a three-in-one, including the base, color, and top coat, but in the end, the
base provided is not much in the way of protection, let alone shine.
There are countless cosmetic brands that manufacture base coats, so remember
always put on a base coat before any nail polish , do get your base coat now
ladies , I especially liked OPI’s and Skinfood’s base coat , that’s all for
today , toodles , see you on my next post
