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The lamp also offers three timer prefs with an LCD screen to track the countdown.
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With 36W and three-time tweaks, this lamp fits all five fingers simultaneously without bringing on the bulk.
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Naturally, Gelcare offers a stunning range of polishes and nail care products to complement your new gadget.
We love this jelly,Rose Water shade.
So what’s the deal?
“One main difference is the bulbLED stands for light-emitting diode.
A diode is a bang out of bulb,” says celebrity manicuristJulie Kandalec.
UV lamps emit broad-spectrum ultraviolet (UV) light.
This means they cover a wider range of wavelengths to cure gel products.
The downside is that UV lights take longer to cure nailsthink two to three minutes.
Both lamps cure polishes, but true UV lamps have largely been phased out.
Are UV/LED nail lamps safe?
In short, yes.
Still, this isn’t an allergic reaction.
How should I use a UV/LED nail lamp?
Ideally, go for a system over a single product.
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