☆ Single-phase color gel polish IRISK Odri in shade #22 ☆

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Any modern girl cannot imagine herself without a beautiful and neat manicure. Nowadays, gel polishes or shellacs are very popular, they last on nails for up to 3-4 weeks and look brighter and more colorful than regular polishes. In this article we will tell you what the concept of single-phase gel polish means and how to use it with a step-by-step application technique.

What is Toffee gel polish?

The Irisk brand is a world-famous manufacturer of manicure products. The products of this brand can be used both in professional salons and at home.

The manufacturer offers a wide range of coatings with different properties and colors. Every woman can choose the “Irisk” gel polish to suit her taste. All products apply easily to the nail and last up to 20 days. Working with Irisk products is easy and convenient.

To cure varnishes, it is necessary to use UV, LED lamps or hybrid lamps. The manufacturer indicates the recommended polymerization time on each product.

All products of the Toffee brand are manufactured exclusively in the USA and meet international quality standards. Over the past 10 years, the company has expanded its product range with design materials.

Today, Toffee gel polish is considered one of the best products on the world market. Products are sold in many European countries.

Reviews of single-phase gel polishes

In order to check whether single-phase gel polish is really that good, we decided to conduct a small experiment. The idea is that three girls who have never used such polishes before will try them and share their impressions. Our expert, a nail service master with 13 years of experience, will comment on their reviews.

Review of TNL single-phase gel polish

Alina, 22 years old

All my life I used regular nail polishes because I didn’t have time to go to salons. Of course, the constant chips, cracks and peeling of the varnish are quite annoying. My nails began to turn yellow and break, becoming terribly brittle. I decided to try TNL single-phase gel polish, and the results were amazing! The nails are so strong, the polish lasts on the nails for 3 weeks and at the same time they look like they came straight from the salon, although I did my manicure at home. A huge time saver, I don’t think every two days that I need to adjust my manicure.

Master's comment: Using ordinary varnishes, we endanger our nails, since we do not always read the composition of the bottle. One of the substances that contribute to the yellowing of the nail plate is nitrocellulose, a substance that penetrates into the microcracks of the nails. This substance is not included in the varnishes of the TNL brand, so the nails do not change their real color. And due to the constant use of acetone to remove the coating, the nails became brittle and brittle. When testing single-phase gel polish, no negative reaction from the nails was observed. Also, due to the structure of the gel polish, when it polymerizes in the lamp, chemical bonds appear that give strength, due to which the varnish does not crack or chip.

Review of Masura single-phase gel polish

Yana, 30 years old

I have always been pleased with three-phase gel polishes; the only thing that bothered me was the high cost and the length of time it took to complete. In a beauty salon, this coating is one of the most expensive, and I wondered if there were cheaper analogues that are not inferior in their properties? I tried Masura single-phase varnish and was very pleasantly surprised. It is in no way inferior to three-phase varnish, but costs much less. Now I spend almost half as much money and time in the salon and I’m not going to go back to three-phase simply because I don’t see the point!

Master's comment: Single-phase gel polish from Masura is inferior in cost to three-phase gel polish, not because it is somehow worse. Just to get this manicure, you don’t need to buy a separate gel polish base and topcoat. And today they are not so cheap.

Review of Yoko single-phase gel polish

Ekaterina, 45 years old

I have been doing acrylic nail extensions for over 15 years. Recently I decided to take it off because my nails began to peel off very much and the coating did not last long. After I saw my nails for the first time in 15, I was horrified! Dull, paper-thin nails, which also peel... I don’t want to do extensions again, but it’s also inconvenient to walk with such ugly nails. I was afraid to experiment with new types of nail coating, but still decided to try Yoko single-phase gel polish. After using it for almost four weeks and removing the polish, I noticed that my nails became brighter and even a little stronger. And this is only 4 weeks! I'm happy with the result and will continue to use it.

Master's comment: When preparing nails for extensions, be it acrylic or gel, the nail plate is subject to very rough processing, and the entire upper part of the nail is completely filed down in order to create adhesion between the nail and the material. With constant extensions, nails do not have time to rest and recover. Yoko gel polish satisfies all needs, and to pre-prepare nails for gel polish, there is absolutely no need to file off the top layer of the nail. Continue to use gel polish, and during correction after removing the old coating, you will see how your nails are restored and look more vibrant and healthy each time.

Review of single-phase gel polish Irisk

Anna, 24 years old

Two years ago I decided to do nail service professionally and started with single-phase gel polishes. Having tried many varnishes of completely different price categories, I settled on. The varnish is relatively inexpensive in relation to premium coatings, but is not inferior to them in its characteristics. My clients like this gel polish most of all because it stays on their nails for a very long time, almost longer than all the other gel polishes I’ve tried before. Some girls walked until the polish grew out completely and the nail was simply cut off! Also a huge plus is the wide color palette, literally for every taste. Although not everything is so perfect. There are some shades that are a little runny and still leave streaks after 2-3 coats. Nevertheless, “Irisk” has remained a favorite for me for more than a year, I am happy with it, as are my clients!

Master's comment: has occupied a leading position in the world market for more than 10 years. Some varnishes from this company are indeed a little liquid, but this cannot be considered a negative aspect. Having greater fluidity, gel polish is easier to apply and covers the nail well.

Review of Bluesky single-phase varnish

Anastasia, 34 years old

I've been getting my nails done for about 6 years. Recently, the master decided to experiment and cover her gel nail extensions with a recently purchased and previously unused varnish. It turned out to be Bluesky single-phase gel. For me this experience was more than pleasant. Four weeks passed completely calmly, there were no chips or scratches. The texture of the varnish itself is quite dense, does not spread, and the color is very rich. A huge palette of colors, it’s simply eye-popping.

Master's comment: Single-phase gel polishes from Bluesky are great for covering extended nails, but, unfortunately, for soft and brittle nails this is not the best option. Thanks to a layer of acrylic or gel, depending on how the extension is done, the nails become stronger, do not bend at all and very rarely break. Thus, the varnish adheres well without chipping. If your nails are not very strong by nature and the nail plate bends, then I advise you to look for another single-phase varnish, for example TNL.

Advantageous characteristics of varnishes

Irisk gel polishes have an ideal structure. They are evenly applied in a thin layer and do not spread, which allows you to create a neat, even manicure. Each polish has a convenient brush. It allows you to apply the coating in the required quantity and distribute it over the entire nail plate.

Another important advantage of Irisk gel polishes is their high strength. If the application technology is followed, the “Irisk” coating lasts a long time.

The manufacturer is developing new products especially for lovers of varied manicures. New series of gel polishes correspond to the latest manicure trends and allow you to create the most unusual designs.

Today the Irisk company produces 6 lines of gel polishes:

1. Single-phase gel polishes Gel Polish OneStep.
2. Single-phase varnishes GelLack 3 in 1.
3. Three-phase thermal varnishes LacStyle.
4. Three-phase gel varnishes IrisGel.
5. Three-phase gel polishes ShineGel Tango.
6. Odri varnish collection.

Products from all these series are dried in LED and UV lamps.

General information: modeling gels

Irisk nail products are very diverse and have in their line many products for nail extensions (modeling). These include simple gels, gels for LED lamps and biogels. Acrylic powder and various related materials are also on sale. Related materials include monomers, bonds, primers and gel removers.

The most diverse line of gels for nail modeling. Single-phase gel polish for modeling Toffee allows you to use only one product for all stages of nail extension - from applying the base layer to the top coat. This is quite convenient, especially for beginners.

Single-phase varnishes Irisk

Single-phase gel polish “Irisk” is designed for quick manicure. The One Step line allows you to immediately apply colored gel without using a base or topcoat. Gel varnishes have a special composition that does not leave a dispersion layer.

Single-phase varnishes are applied to a clean, grease-free nail plate and dried in a lamp. To consolidate the effect, you can additionally use a colorless gel polish with a sticky coating of the “Irisk” brand.

The “Won Step” series is represented by gel polishes of 40 colors. The palette consists of classic shades. Varnishes are available in 6 ml glass jars with a brush.

Single-phase varnishes GelLack 3 in1 are used according to the same principle. The products in this series do not form a sticky layer. You just need to apply the desired color and dry it properly under the lamp.

The line's palette consists of 56 colors. The volume of one bottle is 18 ml.

Building up

Toffee gel for nail extension allows you to use just one product to create a new nail. Treat your hands with antiseptic, remove cuticles and trim your nails. Now you can proceed directly to the extension.

• Sand the plate not too hard, but enough to remove the gloss;
• Glue tips or install forms;
• Apply a layer of gel to the natural nail from the edge to the cuticle and dry it;
• Start laying out the free edge on the form or apply another layer of gel to the nail, but now covering the tip too. Also polymerize this layer under a UV or LED lamp, depending on the type of single-phase gel;
• Once the free edge is formed, apply another layer of gel, paying particular attention to the stress area. Dry it also;
• Apply Camouflage Gel if necessary or create a design on the nail (French manicure or other). Dry it again in the lamp;
• Apply a top coat of gel and cure it.

Irisk nail modeling gel is good because almost none of its varieties form a sticky layer.
This also applies to shellacs of this brand. This feature greatly simplifies working with the material. [yandex3] [google3]

Three-phase varnishes

To create a more durable manicure, three-phase gel polish “Irisk” is produced. The palette of series presented by the manufacturer includes more than 300 different shades. The collection of three-phase varnishes also includes today's popular color coatings with metallic tints, cat's eye, mosaic, cracking and sparkler effects.

For lovers of calmer shades, three-phase gel polishes in pastel shades are available for sale. Fans of a bright palette can choose the appropriate color to create a rich manicure.

The LacStyle Termo line is a new product with the effect of changing color when the temperature in the external environment changes. IrisGel and ShineGel Tango varnishes create a smooth, even finish on your nails. These series are distinguished by their dense texture.

The Odri collection allows you to create stylish and unusual manicures. The series includes coatings in 4 different color themes: bright tropical, refreshing oceanic, floral and delicate shades.

Any three-phase gel polish “Irisk” has sufficient density and covers the nail well. The application technology involves the use of a base and top. For a lasting result, gel polish is applied in 4-5 layers.

If single-phase products are more suitable for express manicure at home, then three-phase varnish is recommended for use in professional salons.

It's worth saying

Varnishes with glitter, as well as dark shades of coatings, take a little longer to dry.
To remove Toffee shellac, use a nail file to remove the top layer of the fixative from the nails. This is necessary so that the solvent can freely penetrate the gel polish. Then you need to take a sponge that has no lint on it and apply LacStyle Remover to it.

We recommend: Forms for nail extensions: modeling technologies

This sponge is applied to the nail plate, after which the finger is wrapped in foil to create a bathhouse effect. After 15-20 minutes, the gel polish is removed using an orange stick.

You can purchase Toffee in stores, as well as online cosmetics stores (preferably branded), and also order from the company’s catalog. This gel polish belongs to the middle price category. The price of a bottle is from 300 to 450 rubles, depending on the series of the product and the store where it is purchased.

ABC colored gel polishes

It released a separate series of economy-class gel polishes – Irisk ABC. These are dense varnishes with increased durability. ABC coatings last up to 3 weeks. They do not chip or crack.

Varnishes are economical to use due to their texture. They are applied in a thin layer several times.

The ABC varnish collection consists of 60 rich shades. Highly pigmented Toffee gel polish, the colors of which are shown in the bottom photo, is available in small bottles for convenient and effective use.

The duration of polymerization of ABC varnishes in a UV lamp is 2 minutes, and in an LED lamp – 30 seconds.

Important

These products harden only under UV lamps whose power exceeds 36 Watts.
Taffy is quite difficult to remove from the nail plate. To do this, compresses from a special solvent should be applied to the nails. Ordinary nail polish remover will also help remove Toffee, but in this case the nails will be seriously damaged.

It is important to say that Toffee, like other gel polishes, blocks the access of oxygen to the nail and negatively affects the formation of a protective layer on the nails. All this can lead to slower growth, deformation and dehydration of the nail plate. This is why nails that are too weak should be treated before the procedure.

Shellac Toffee does not cause yellowing of the nail.

Toffee gel polish is applied in the following order:

Each time to dry, place your hands under a UV device for 2 minutes or an LED lamp for 30 seconds.

Reviews

Buyers rated the “Irisk” gel polish differently. Reviews mainly concern the durability of the coating. Most women claim that Irisk gel polishes last up to three weeks and withstand everyday mechanical stress. According to women, even removing the Toffee gel coating requires a lot of effort.

Some customers did not like Irisk products. They consider varnishes not durable enough. It happens that the coating completely peels off the nail 2-3 days after application.

The quality of the result largely depends on compliance with the gel polish coating technology. For women who follow the manufacturer's instructions, the coverage lasts 20 days.

Buyers cited the need to cut off the topcoat as a disadvantage, since it does not dissolve. After removing the varnish, it may also be difficult to remove the base.

As for single-phase gel polishes, many gave them low ratings. This type of coating is easy to use even for beginners. But it does not hold tightly and may lag behind. According to reviews, single-phase varnishes quickly crack and chip at the edges.

Shellac Toffee: main characteristics and method of application

Shellac Toffee combines all the best qualities of various gel polishes.

If you follow the application technique, this product will stay on your nails for up to 4 weeks without chipping or cracking.

This gel polish is very difficult to scratch, so the product looks perfect on the nails throughout the entire period of wear. Unlike CND, Toffee has a rich palette, so you can get a more interesting design with it.

After applying shellac Toffee, the nail plate is thickened and strengthened mechanically.

Distinctive properties

One of the advantages of this brand is durability and strength. Irisk gel polish will stay on your nails for about 3-4 weeks without forming chips or cracks on its surface. In addition, it is more difficult to damage and, thanks to its active components, nourishes and strengthens nails. In order to remove varnish from the plate, you will need a special solvent.

Palette overview

As mentioned above, the Irisk company offers customers single-phase, two-phase, and three-phase gel polishes. Each type also includes various collectible selections that are worth considering in more detail.

Single-phase

These are the most popular gel polishes, perfect for home manicures and significantly saving time.

Irisk Odri gel polish is the most popular collection of this brand. It includes rich classic shades.

Jane Steo Series

The photo shows a single-phase product from the Jane Steo series. The colors here are pastel, but perfectly pigmented. This type is very convenient to use in terms of application and wear. It is enough to do a manicure and degrease the nail plate.

Two-phase coatings

The palette of this series includes mainly classic shades of red and pink. It won’t be difficult to choose a delicate tone or, on the contrary, a rich one.

Among the two-phase models, the Avangard series is represented. Here, a neutral shade is used as the base coating, which is complemented with various design components to create original effects.

One of these effects may be splashes that are created themselves during normal coating application.

Shades of red

The application procedure is classic: first manicure, then degreasing, applying base. But a top coat is no longer required. In some cases, it is recommended to use the base as a top coat.

Application stages

Irisk gel polish has a rich palette, including the effects of mosaic, cracking, cat's eye, sparklers, star dust and many others.

The procedure takes place in several stages:

• First you need to degrease your nails using a primer.
• Then apply a thin layer of LacStyle Base & Top.
• Next, you should cover your nails with colored varnish and dry them in a lamp.
• Reapply LacStyle Base & Top to secure and shine.
• Finally, remove the sticky layer using special lint-free wipes.

Note! In order to remove Irisk gel polish, you need to know some rules. First of all, you need to remove the fixative from the nails - this is done with a nail file. Then take a lint-free sponge, moisten it in LacStyle Remover solution and apply it to the nail plate. To create a bath effect, wrap each finger in foil for 15 minutes, after which the varnish is removed with an orange stick. We offer a video.