You want flawless, shiny, and long-lasting nails, but you’re still undecided between classic and semi-permanent nail polish? Don’t panic, Maryton will help you take stock of these two types of nail polish to determine which one will best suit your desires, your lifestyle, and your beauty routine. Long-lasting, easy to apply and remove, finish, and nail-friendly…
Here is a summary of the pros and cons of classic and semi-permanent nail polish to help you see clearly and make the right choice:
The fastest to apply
Classic nail polish: Allow 15 to 20 minutes for application and air drying.
Semi-permanent nail polish: This depends on the power of the UV or LED lamp used to cure the layers of nail polish.
The longest lasting
Classic nail polish: 4 to 7 days depending on the quality of the nail polish and your daily routine.
Semi-permanent nail polish: approximately 2 weeks, depending on the polish formula.
The most beautiful result
Classic nail polish: it all depends on the condition of your natural nails. On well-groomed and carefully prepared nails, classic nail polish offers a result as beautiful as semi-permanent nail polish.
Semi-permanent nail polish: here too, nail care and preparation are important, but semi-permanent nail polish has the advantage of providing more coverage and better hiding minor imperfections in natural nails. You get a uniform texture, vibrant color, a “gel nail” effect, with a curve and shine you’d dream of!
The most nail-friendly
Classic nail polish: the best choice for preserving the health of your nails, which is free of toxic substances and can be removed with a gentle, acetone-free nail polish remover.
Semi-permanent nail polish: Beware of traditional semi-permanent nail polishes, which may contain sensitizing molecules, such as HEMA and DI-HEMA, or endocrine disruptors. Choose clean & safe alternative formulas.
The easiest to remove
Classic nail polish: a cotton ball soaked in gentle nail polish remover is enough to remove your nail polish in just a few minutes.
Semi-permanent nail polish: As mentioned, we advise against abrasive removal methods and acetone removal, which are dangerous for nail health.
The widest choice of colors and nail art
Classic or semi-permanent nail polish, both offer equal options in terms of color selection and nail art options. Classic red nails, pastel manicures, or nail art with a glazed, chrome, or glitter effect—everything is possible.
In short, if you need a quick, easy-to-apply manicure to shine for an evening or a weekend, a classic nail polish will be the best option. On the other hand, if you want a flawless, strong, and ultra-shiny manicure that lasts a long time without getting damaged, the wise choice will be semi-permanent nail polish. There you go, you’ve got it down to the last detail now, so it’s up to you! Grab your nail supplies and get started!
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