For this application, I used a Gelish base and top coat and it worked fine. I did find the Gelcolor by OPI formula very thick and gloopy. It wasn't necessarily harder to work with, but did take a bit of time to get used to it. My usual choice of gel polish (Gelish, Quo by Orly Gels) is usually much more runny. In a way, I find the Gelcolor formula makes an opaque application easier since it's so thick. Some Gelish shades I have are so runny and sheer, it would take 5 coats in order to get an opaque finish, and that's just too time consuming. I'd definitely repurchase the Gelcolor by OPI in other shades - who doesn't want a classic OPI shade on their nails with absolutely no chips for more than a week? It's a shame they are only available on Ebay (as far as I can tell) at a reasonable price.
If you're interested in gel polishes, feel free to ask me questions. I'm not an expert, but if you're looking for some pointers, I could probably help you.
Hope your week is off to a good start! Mine has definitely been! :)
Is this a little more shimmery than the normal OPI version? Also, do you put SPF on your hands before you put them in the curing...apparatus? LOL not sure what they're called.
ReplyDeleteYeah I think you're right that it's a bit more shimmery. LOL no, I don't put SPF. I don't think the rays are significant enough to warrant it. But I'm sure you could if you thought it was needed :)
DeleteLove the colour! I've not tried gel polishes before, but I'm tempted to give them a go. Do they take long to dry under the UV/LED lights? And was wondering if the colour is difficult to remove?
ReplyDeleteIt doesn't take long at all to cure, 2-3 minutes tops. I personally hate the removal process, but really it's not that bad. You just have to a cotton pad full of acetone remover, wrap it in foil, then leave on for 10-15 minutes. Not too complicated or painful!
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