Has anyone tried LCN nails?

LauraMax

LauraMax

Cathlete
These are a relatively new alternative to gel nails, supposedly much more natural looking & longer lasting (no chipping, peeling or breaking). They're much more expensive, but I'm seriously considering them b/c my no matter what I do my nails peel, plus they've turned brownish from all my wretched self tanning. :(

I'd love input from anyone who's tried them.........
 
Laura - I was a nail technician in Germany for several years and worked exclusively with LCN (back in 1998-2000). I love the look of LCN. It is completely clear. There is an argument between some in the cosmetology/nail tech community regarding acrylics vs. gels. Many feel acrylics damage the nails. Some acrylics do. However, I have found it is more the way acrylics are applied and filled that damage the nail, as opposed to the actual product applied. The one exception is the MMA acrylics (and that is not mixed martial arts). That stuff is LETHAL!! MOST gels are basically just the stuff used for acrylic nails mixed together and suspended in a gel form.

LCN is technically not a "gel," it is a light curing resin. However, it has the consistency of "gel." It is easy to apply, looks completely natural without polish (since it is 100% clear) and doesn't lift as easily (for most) as acrylics do. This is mostly due to the fact that it has just enough "give" - meaning it is not as rigid as acrylics.

Hope this helps and good luck.

Carrie
 
I was a nail technician a few years back as well. I just watched a youtube on this and it looks exactly like gel nails to me. That is what I specialized in. Same steps and the product looks just like the IBD I use to work with.

Laura, I always felt that gels were better for the nails because they are more flexible. I wore gels on my nails for quite a while and I loved them. I'm mad now that I sold all my IBD equipment. :( I'd love to sport them again.

I say go for it, I really think you will like it.
 
Thanks guys--I think I'm gonna give it a shot. The other thing I liked about the LCN is it supposedly does little to no damage to the actual fingernail.

I'll let you know what I think--thanks again! :)
 
LauraMax said:
Thanks guys--I think I'm gonna give it a shot. The other thing I liked about the LCN is it supposedly does little to no damage to the actual fingernail.

I'll let you know what I think--thanks again! :)
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Make sure you get a nail technician that SANITIZES everything! And most important, make sure she is using a brand new nail file and buffer. You can still get nail fungus with gels, if the gel is put on top of moist nails, then whamo, you have a nail fungus. If she is drying the nail out properly before she applies the gel, then you are good to go. :D
 
Yes ma'am! :p The place that does them is right next to my gym. Pretty glam, actually. I'll do a complete inspection before I let her touch me. :cool:
 
Thanks JeanneMarie. Looks like the problem was caused by a klutzy manicurist, not the gel itself. I don't think it's the same exact thing, but I think it's something very similar.

The article had good tips though. And I'll be sure not to let her dip my finger in anything if she cuts it! :eek:
 
I had them for years, I did the french manicure style, I really loved them when I had them, and because of the strength the gel created, I very rarely ever broke a nail. I never had any issue with them lifting either. After a few years, I just got sick of having to make appointments every 2 weeks and really did not like sitting there for an hour, if it were not for that part I would still have them, I felt it was worth the cost.
 
Fitnessfreakk366 said:
I was a nail technician a few years back as well. I just watched a youtube on this and it looks exactly like gel nails to me. That is what I specialized in. Same steps and the product looks just like the IBD I use to work with.

Laura, I always felt that gels were better for the nails because they are more flexible. I wore gels on my nails for quite a while and I loved them. I'm mad now that I sold all my IBD equipment. :( I'd love to sport them again.

I say go for it, I really think you will like it.
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Debbie - you are right. The finished looks product looks just like IBD gel. I only do my own nails now and use IBD because it is so much cheaper. I use my LCN light to "cure" only because I still had that. You can get IBD gel supplies at Sally's.

Oh, one more thing Laura (and Debbie can probably vouch for this). Depending on the sensitivity of your nail bed, when gels are first applied (since it is a larger surface area), it can sometimes get HOT on the nail bed. I always suggested to my clients to move their hand in and out of the curing lamp, kind of like they were dancing..in, 2, 3...out, 2, 3...

Carrie
 
I have had mine on for 2 years and love them. My nail tech uses LCN and I have never had any problems.

I go once every 3-4 weeks and its well worth and time and money.

HTH!!
 
carres1973 said:
Debbie - you are right. The finished looks product looks just like IBD gel. I only do my own nails now and use IBD because it is so much cheaper. I use my LCN light to "cure" only because I still had that. You can get IBD gel supplies at Sally's.

Oh, one more thing Laura (and Debbie can probably vouch for this). Depending on the sensitivity of your nail bed, when gels are first applied (since it is a larger surface area), it can sometimes get HOT on the nail bed. I always suggested to my clients to move their hand in and out of the curing lamp, kind of like they were dancing..in, 2, 3...out, 2, 3...

Carrie
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Really? You can get IBD at Sally's? I didn't know that. I sold my UV light, though, too. I had a really expensive one by IBD. :( I may have to make a trip to Sally's, although it's been years since I've done nails. Not sure I can do them anymore.

Oh yea, and I did forget that your nail bed can get hot. Mine never did, but some do. Good tip, Carrie!! :D
 
Hi,

I just started getting gel manicures, and what I like is that there is no awful filing down of the natural nail, I get the French manicure and it lasts for2-3 weeks with no chipping! My natural nails have grown longer than ever before. My nail tech just uses the gel layers with the UV light curing, takes about 45 minutes total. No damage to the nail like acrylics.
 
Love it; it's the only kind I get when I get them done, and I can streth it out to about 3.5 weeks in between sessions.
 
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