14-Day Shellac Nail Wear - CND

What does this involve?

Buff and apply CND Shellac nail polish on hand nails.

What is a Shellac Manicure?

Shellac is designed for anyone who simply cannot keep their nail polish on longer than a few days. Nobody likes to ruin fresh manicures, Shellac is a perfect manicure system that is designed for people poor on time that needs gorgeous nails that dry instantly and can last up to fourteen days.

It's not acrylic, it's not gel and it's certainly not a nail polish, however the formula is similar to how a polish feels on your nails, it's thin and flexible like nail polish.

In fact it's very natural and even helps to strengthen naturally weaken nails by adding a strong yet resilient coating for protection that gives a super gloss, shiny finish and you will be glad to know it will not ruin your natural nails and there is no buffing involved.

What is Shellac?

Shellac is a breakthrough, patent-pending UV3 technology that combines the ease of polish with the permanence of gels. No other products in the market can stand up to the claim – on like polish, wears like gel, off in minutes.

Is Shellac hypo-allergenic?

Yes, a low level of photo-initiators are utilised in Shellac. Photo-initiators can lead to sensitivity with some clients.

Will Shellac last longer than 14 days?

Yes, however you will notice a "line of demarcation" as your natural nail grows away from the cuticle. It is recommended that you adhere to a 14 day re-application appointment, as the adhesion will increase if worn past this point, making the removal process a little more lengthy.

Does Shellac removal damage the natural nail?

No. Shellac was developed and tested for years to perfect every aspect of the Shellac process, including removal.

Will soaps or other personal grooming products affect the wearability of Shellac?

No. Shellac was developed and tested to withstand the rigors of daily wear.

Are there any negative side effects of the frequency of removal with Shellac?

No, not as long as the system is being used correctly.

Can I remove my own Shellac?

No. To ensure the health of the natural nail, Shellac is a professional only service and only trained Nail Professionals should apply and remove Shellac.