The process to apply the polish is mostly the same as the traditional manicure. Your nails have to be shaped and clean, and the EMMA base coat is applied before the EMMA gel colour.

After the gel base coat has been added, your nails will be placed under the EMMA LED light to "cure" the base. Each new coat gets set in the light after application, right down to the top coat.

Many people opt for gel nails because they last much longer than standard polish. Gel polish doesn't chip, so you can keep it on for weeks at a time. You'll only need to get it changed or removed when your nails grow out too far.

If you're trying to grow your natural nails out, gel is also a good choice. The gel adds a layer of protection that helps keep your nails from breaking.

Some people may say that gel nails are another type of fake nail. However, gel manicure isn't the same as acrylics.

Acrylics are placed on top of the natural nail to make it look longer. Gel polish goes on top of the nails you already have. It changes the color but it can't add length.

It's true that gel polish cuts off the air supply to your nails. Of course, and so does regular polish - it just doesn't last as long. Gel polish seals over your nails for weeks at a time. 

Specialists recommend that your nails "breath" some fresh air without any nail product in between gel manicures. 

It's for a few days only, I promise! :)

EMMA Gel Colour Collection is free of the "toxic-trio" warned by nail specialists - Formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate (DBP). 

After clinical testing, in high doses, these ingredients were found to cause inflammation along with many other adverse side effects like disturbing liver and thyroid function.

EMMA Top Coat shields your nail against scratches and chips. So first of all, gently remove it using the EMMA Nail Drill or a standard file.
Once you notice that the thin layer has been removed, you may proceed to the soak-off process.

Place a cotton ball soaked in acetone on each of your nails, then wrap the tip of your finger in foil to hold the ball in place. 

Let your nails soak for about ten to 15 minutes, letting them go longer if the polish doesn't easily slide off. If you want to expedite the soaking process (and make the experience more spa-like), wrap your hands in a warm towel.

Once all the polish is off, hydrate your nail beds with a nail serum of your preference. EMMA Nail Co. will be releasing its own moisturizing serum stay tuned!

It's true that gel polish cuts off the air supply to your nails. Of course, and so does regular polish - it just doesn't last as long. Gel polish seals over your nails for weeks at a time. Some people might avoid using it because they think that their nails need to "breathe." However, healthy nails don't require air at all.