Temperature effects

[Pink Pink Pink]

Hi,

What effect does hot and cold temperature have on the effectiveness of gels and 'acrylics'?

I have a HUGE assignment at college and this is one of the questions.
Think heat makes product set faster/ drier? Oh I don't know...need help please.

Thankyou
Debs xx

 

[Envy]

Temperature can greatly affect chemistry.

Chemical reactions are generally calculated at a set temperature to gain an accurate time measurement. For nail products this is between 21 and 24 degrees celcius. (approx)

Temperature effects on Gel
Colder - the product will be a thicker consistency and may potentially undercure
Warmer - consistency will be runnier and over cure or heat spike may occur

Temperature effects on Liquid & Powder
Colder - set time will be extended and mix ratio will be harder to pick up. Frosting may occur if there is high air flow. Incomplete cure may potentially occur.
Warmer - set time will decrease dramatically. Overcuring and shock curing (rapid cure) may occur. This can lead to brittle enhancements that micro fracture and warmth may be noticed during set time by client.

Hope that helps.

 

[Pink Pink Pink]

Temperature can greatly affect chemistry.

Chemical reactions are generally calculated at a set temperature to gain an accurate time measurement. For nail products this is between 21 and 24 degrees celcius. (approx)

Temperature effects on Gel
Colder - the product will be a thicker consistency and may potentially undercure
Warmer - consistency will be runnier and over cure or heat spike may occur

Temperature effects on Liquid & Powder
Colder - set time will be extended and mix ratio will be harder to pick up. Frosting may occur if there is high air flow. Incomplete cure may potentially occur.
Warmer - set time will decrease dramatically. Overcuring and shock curing (rapid cure) may occur. This can lead to brittle enhancements that micro fracture and warmth may be noticed during set time by client.

Hope that helps.

Thats brill, thanks.
Now onto the chemical reactions! Nice.