So what is a BIAB gel manicure?
BIAB stands for Builder in a Bottle, says BIAB expert and cosmetician Sonja Landtrachtinger.
And it’s completely vegan and cruelty-free.
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How long do BIAB nails last?
After about three to five weeks, you should have thegel refilled or removedfrom the nails.
Should I do BIAB nails?
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BIAB nails are for anyone who is not allergic to the ingredients, says Landtrachtinger.
With 48 nude and natural shades, there is also a suitable BIAB gel for everyone.
Also genius: After only four applications, the nails are long again.
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This makes the new gel perfect for anyone who struggles withbroken nailsand wants to make them healthy again.
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How is BIAB gel applied?
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My nails regularly crack on my heavily used index and middle fingers.
First, the nail is prepared and the cuticle is gently removed.
This allows the environmental dirt to be removed and the BIAB gel to hold better, according to Landtrachtinger.
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I chose the shade Teddy, which looks very natural and is not so noticeable when growing out.
Under the special BIAB UV lamp, the polish dries within 30 seconds.
The final step is to apply the topcoat.
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It seals and provides shine.
Then any last nail bits are filed away.
With just two products, the manicure is finished within half an hour.
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So BIAB gel is not only gentler on the nail but also done much faster.
BIAB nails before and after
This is how the BIAB nails looked in my before-after comparison.
My nails shined beautifully afterward and were clearly strengthened.
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Can BIAB nails also be filled or extended?
In general, BIAB nails can be filled up quite easily.
This is also gentler on the nail, because the gel does not have to be removed at all.
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How do I remove BIAB nails?
Overall, it’s much gentler and easier than hard gels because BIAB gel is much more rubbery.
At home, BIAB gel can also be removed gently.
Simply roughen the BIAB gel with a coarse file without filing the nail, says the expert.
How should you look after a BIAB manicure?
What do BIAB nails cost?
That depends on the salon, of course.
Where can I get BIAB nails done?
If they don’t, they may start considering it!
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