Capping

[Nynn]

Hi there!

I've read a few times on this site about 'capping'. Can someone please explain to me exactly what this is?? It is, I believe, related to gel nails.

Thanksalot

Nynn

 

[Lellipop]

Hi Nynn,
Capping is simple taking gel slightly over the free-edge to seal the nail.
Because when gel is cured it shrinks back slightly and if not capped this can leave the tip of the free-edge with no gel on it.
Hths

 

[Oceana]

Hey,
ALso capping the nail helps stops the free edge curling away from the overlay which can cause a real headache!!

clare

 

[geeg]

Capping is not exclusive to gel nails.

All nail systems last longer and have fewer problems if the free edge and the sides of the free edge are sealed/capped.