Nail Prep (short for Nail Preparation) refers to both a process and a specific product (often called a dehydrator) used to prepare the natural nail for a manicure or enhancement.
1. The Product "Nail Prep" (Dehydrator)
This liquid tool is an essential step before applying UV gel polish, gel, or acrylic.
Function: It thoroughly degreases the nail plate and temporarily removes moisture.
Effect: By removing oils, it significantly improves the adhesion of subsequent products (like primer or base coat), which prevents the dreaded "lifting" (the material peeling off).
Application: It is applied to the unpolished, lightly buffed, and dusted nail and air-dries within seconds (approx. 20–60 seconds).
Ingredients: Typically, these products consist of isopropyl alcohol and ethyl acetate.
2. The "Nail Prep" Process (Step-by-Step)
In a broader sense, nail prep includes the entire mechanical and chemical preparation of the nail:
Clean & Sanitize: Wash and disinfect hands.
Shaping: File the nails into the desired shape.
Cuticle Removal: Carefully push back and remove the "invisible" cuticle on the nail plate (e.g., with a cuticle pusher), as material will not stick to skin residue.
Buffing (Matting): Lightly buff the nail surface with a buffer or a fine file to remove the natural shine/oil film.
Dusting: Thoroughly remove dust with a brush.
Dehydrating (Nail Prep Product): Apply the liquid described above.
Comparison: Nail Prep vs. Primer
These two products are often confused, but they serve different purposes:
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