I never feel complete without fresh nails. That said, getting regular manicures may be great for my nail game, but it’s absolutely tragic for my wallet. Doing my gel nails at home, though? A game changer. The only thing I need for a salon-worthy mani is a steady hand, my trusty nail drill, fave gel polish, and the most important tool of all: the right UV nail lamp.
Before you start building your at-home nail salon, it’s important to understand what a UV nail lamp actually does, and why the heck you even need one. UV nail lamps use either LED or UV lights to cure (i.e. harden and solidify) gel nail polish, ensuring that your polish dries strong and chip-resistant. In other words, it’s an essential tool for any nail DIYer, which is why you’ll want to check out these user and Cosmo-editor-recommended UV nail lamps before your next nail refresh:
Sounds simple, but when you’re trying to perfect the aura nails trend or get chrome nails without the salon visit, you need the best equipment possible. So, I polled my fellow Cosmopolitan editors, did some research, and read through countless online reviews to find the best UV nail lamps for at-home gel manicures just for you. (You’re welcome!)
