Shellac (nails)

queenm · 06-01-2011 01:42PM

I got Shellac done and it lasted for 3 weeks until it started looking a bit ragged and that was only on close inspection! It was another 2 weeks before I got it re-done and when I did I went for Gelac (couldn't get appt at original place) and from the start it was worse. €10 more expensive, chipped on the way home and one nail cracked and the varnish peeled off completely. Also the very top of my nails is totally worn, I know you use them the most, I type all day for work but it never happened with the Shellac and it looked shiney til the day I got it removed. I won't be deviating again. Shellac all the way. Plus just the other day I got an offer in the door for a place doing it for €20. They'll be the next place I try...

07-01-2011 09:37AM

queenm wrote: »

Plus just the other day I got an offer in the door for a place doing it for €20. They'll be the next place I try...

Where was this place queenm?

terlywerly · 08-01-2011 08:47PM

I finally got the Shellac done on the 23rd of Dec. I went for the French manicure in the end and I have to say they were absolutely fantastic, I was constantly getting comments about them. They lasted pretty much perfectly for around 9 or so days and then they started getting chipped and began peeling on 3 or 4 nails. I got them taken off in the beauticians 2 weeks to the day of getting them on and I have to say my nails were in great shape underneath. My beautician advised me to put nail strengthener on them for a week just to be safe but I think they ended up in pretty good condition. I don't know if I'd get them done again any time soon as they were expensive on my near empty purse but I'd definitely get them done again for a special occasion etc
So overall I was pretty happy

Pythia · 08-01-2011 09:30PM

I got them done in my local salon jsut before Xmas. I got them done again a few days ago as I love the way your nails always look nice. I got the french manicure and they did chip somewhat but the overall look was still great.

My only problem with it is that the selection is a bit small and doesn't have the more fashion-y colours like bright pastels. I'll definitely be getting it done again though! So cheap for something that lasts so long.

Loopie · 08-01-2011 09:33PM

Pythia wrote: »

I got them done in my local salon jsut before Xmas. I got them done again a few days ago as I love the way your nails always look nice. I got the french manicure and they did chip somewhat but the overall look was still great.

My only problem with it is that the selection is a bit small and doesn't have the more fashion-y colours like bright pastels. I'll definitely be getting it done again though! So cheap for something that lasts so long.

Just to let new know Shellac are apparently launching new colours in March - I thought the same thing re the selection.

Linguo · 09-01-2011 02:01PM

Got these done the 23rd in Lesleys in Killester and they lasted well over the Christmas! They did chip a bit on the tips after about a week but I just cut my nails and they looked as good as new again for a few days! 30 quid is expensive enough, but it's great if you have a few events coming up or are going on holidays or something, will get again when the time is right!

easytalker · 16-06-2011 03:57PM

Just a tip girls- watch out for the salons that aren't actually selling the real deal . I got caught out with a different brand, was told it 'was the same thing' but kind of knew from the finish it wasn't the CND Shellac.. shine etc wasn't there. And when I went to get it removed the technician (at a different salon) had a terrible time trying to remove it.. And it wasn't as if it was any cheaper.. I think I pretty much paid the same as I did for the actual Shellac.. so don't be pressurized into it like I was!!

Pythia · 16-06-2011 08:29PM

As far as I was aware, it is the same formula for all of them, it's just different brands' offerings. I think others are Gelish and Geleration. In my salon they have Shellac and one other and you can pick a colour from whatever is there.

donegalgirl28 · 16-06-2011 11:28PM

dollybird2 wrote: »

I got Shellac nails done for my wedding. They looked good, photographed well. Lasted approx 9 days before chipping. I was told I either had to go back to have them removed or else buy pure acetone to soak the nails in to remove them. I peeled them off. My nails were in great condition underneath, much much better than when I have had gel nails removed.

x2

I love my Shellac nails. I got it in a coral colour. Was beautiful. I didn't go back though, just peeled it off. Would definitely get it done again

smiler1990 · 18-06-2011 11:25PM

I got it done about 3 weeks ago and (stupidly) didnt go back to get it removed! My nails are an absolute wreck right now!! The shellac takes a layer of your own nail with it when it peels off! Never gain!:eek:

carolinespring · 19-06-2011 12:26AM

Well, sod it. I got it done today in a new local nail bar and nails look fntastic but I WAS NOT told that i need to come back to hae the polish removed. If I had known that I would have. She was trying to push a set of gel nails on me but I said I just wanted a manicure and she told me about this wonderful 2 eek one. Should have known it was to good to be true.

kandr10 · 19-06-2011 03:33PM

I got the shellac done at the salon through boardsdeals. I'm delighted with it I have to say. Don't know yet how long I'll get out of it, only 3 days in and it's still perfect. I don't feel like I've to be careful with doing stuff like I would with regular polish. Hopefully I'll get a bit longer out of it now!

green_dub_girl · 12-07-2011 11:59AM

I have had shellac and the Jessica geleration products applied to both hands and toes 3-4 time is a reputable salon over the last 6 months. To be honest i got 2-3 weeks on the hands and about 6 weeks with the toes. The high shine polish of the looked brilliant.

BUT I will never used these products as event though I used cuticle oil daily my finger and toe nails are hideous now-they slpit, peel and break so easily.

Shellac is definitely easier on nails than gel but the salons saying it strengthens your nails is totally false!!

SarahBeep! · 12-07-2011 03:53PM

What about the Gelish 3 week manicure? Got it as part of a Living social deal..

http://www.mwah.ie/2010/07/gelish-3-week-manicure-review/

green_dub_girl · 12-07-2011 04:02PM

SarahBeep! wrote: »

What about the Gelish 3 week manicure? Got it as part of a Living social deal..

I haven't tried this one, but I think that this is pretty much a gel with a colour, so will probably be harsher than the shellac/Jessica ones. I have seen this on deals and i've been tempted! Would love to hear more from someone who's tried it!

SarahBeep! · 12-07-2011 04:24PM

green_dub_girl wrote: »

I haven't tried this one, but I think that this is pretty much a gel with a colour, so will probably be harsher than the shellac/Jessica ones. I have seen this on deals and i've been tempted! Would love to hear more from someone who's tried it!

Same =/

I got it as part of a haircut, express facial, 1/2 hr back massage and this manicure.

guideanna · 13-07-2011 03:00PM

i got shellac done over the weekend and it's been great so far. My nails usually chip after a couple of days if done professionally, sooner if i do them myself. I've had the shellac on for 5 days and they're still perfect.
Got black paint so it'd be pretty obvious if there was any chipping by nothing yet.
My removal is included in the €30 i paid but tbh i'll prob just buy a bottle of acetone in the chemist and take it off myself. Going to leave them clean for a week or 2 just with protective coat and then get them done again for my holidays.
Liking them so much i'm actually considering buying the system myself. You can get cheaper UV lamps on ebay and the shellac itself is about 20 per bottle, 1 top, 1 base and the colour......but if i was spending €30 once a month on getting them done i'd have it paid for by xmas.
Looked at videos on Youtube and i'd be confident i could get them right after a bit of practice on myself.

mari5 · 13-07-2011 10:54PM

I find that shellac really damages your nails. I've gotten it done a few times and while it lasted for at least 2 weeks in each case, my nails have been in really bad condition for about 6 weeks since having it taken off

Don't think I'd get it again.

butlerjustine · 26-01-2012 04:41PM

Shellac is not the same as other products.
3 week polishes such as Gelish etc have more gel in them and this is the reason they last longer. The problem is that gel is more damaging to your nail so 3 weeks is not necessarily a better option.
Shellac is damaging if you pull it off yourself as it removes part of your natural nail with it. You should use cuticle oil every day if you can which helps with the condition. You can buy this easily in Boots.
I think your nail is probably better if you use normal polish but I think the good outweighs the bad with Shellac as it has a great finish and no chips is always a good thing.

Shellac (nails)

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