All girls dream of their nails being strong, healthy and always looking good. Unfortunately, there are many factors that can harm nails and ruin their attractiveness and appearance. And then we begin to look for a miracle remedy that will help correct the problem and return the nails to their former appearance.
In fact, it is more correct to take care of your nails constantly and follow the rules for applying artificial coatings in order to prevent deterioration of the condition of the nail plate. However, problems do happen, and it’s good that such a miracle remedy that has already helped hundreds, and maybe thousands of girls, exists! This is a system for strengthening nails called IBX system, produced in America by the Famous Names brand, which we will talk about here.
In this article we will talk in detail about:
1. What is IBX and what problems will it help solve?
2. Composition of the IBX system kit
3. Instructions for applying IBX
4. Rules for using IBX and common errors
5. Reviews and results before and after strengthening IBX
IBX System for nails – what is it?
IBX System is a comprehensive restorative system for thin, brittle and damaged nails, usually used in salons by professional nail technicians.
What does the abbreviation IBX stand for?
I - Iceberg (iceberg)
B - Big
X is the Roman numeral 10.
And the meaning of this is this: we see only the tip of the iceberg, and its main part is hidden under water, so IBX products work on the same principle: they regenerate the nail plate deep from the inside, and the visible excellent condition is only the tip of this iceberg, since the nails are actually become healthy and come to life. And 10 is, of course, 10 nails.
IBX provides not a cosmetic, but a therapeutic effect, restoring the nail bed, merging with it and becoming an integral part of it. A fact confirms this: the drug cannot be removed with any removers; it grows back along with the nail plate.
The Famous Names development is patented, unique and, dare we say it, revolutionary.
When is it recommended to use?
The IBX system is used to strengthen weakened, thin, brittle nails. It works comprehensively, providing a full therapeutic effect.
- Smoothes out all roughness and eliminates cracks.
- Strengthens fragile, weak nails.
- Nourishes them and gives them flexibility.
- Corrects structural damage.
- Moisturizes and stimulates growth.
- Creates a durable protective coating.
Therefore, the application of an innovative product is recommended not only for treatment, but also for prevention. It is used before various procedures - extensions or coating with decorative varnish. Penetrating deep into the structure, the drug fills all the cracks and irregularities, glues exfoliated scales, that is, restores the structure from the inside, and creates the effect of healthy nails from the outside. Today, this is the best existing remedy for preventing peeling along the free edge and the appearance of white spots on the nails.
Why do you need an IBX system?
There are 4 main purposes for using IBX:
- For the regeneration of the most problematic nail plates.
- To combat local damage to nails: stains, chips, gouges.
- To create an additional layer under artificial coating, as well as to seal damaged areas of the nail.
- For preventive strengthening of healthy nails: their growth, internal nutrition and hydration.
Reviews from nail artists
What is the opinion of nail specialists regarding strengthening nails with the presented system? So, the overwhelming number of specialists in the field of beauty, or rather manicure, are categorically in favor of such a procedure. Despite the fact that it is relatively young, many masters have identified its exceptional advantages over all other methods of strengthening and healing nails.
Some masters in the nail industry say that using the presented procedure they were able to restore their clients’ nails, which seemed beyond repair and which were ruined by regular gel extension processes. Nail plates in the form of a “rag”, just as soft and thin, after a couple of months of IBX-system courses turned into stronger, smooth and healthy nails.
So the experts recommend using the presented strengthening system.
Step-by-step instructions for using IBX
How does the innovative system from Famous Names work? First, the preparation completely covers the nail, and the composition penetrates into its structure under the influence of heat (for example, a hair dryer). After drying in a lamp, the product is transformed into a special polymer network right inside the nail, becoming part of it and its frame. As a result, the nail plates are reborn: they become elastic and strong.
How to prepare nails for strengthening with the IBX system?
Before the procedure - preferably a day before - you need to do a comprehensive manicure:
- completely remove the old coating,
- adjust the length of nails,
- take care of the cuticle.
In addition, if you wish, you can slightly sand the nail plate - this way you will “help” the system to even out the relief.
System for strengthening nails IBX (DUO PACK) FAMOUS NAMES
Nail restoration system IBX MINI Pack, Famous Names
IBX application technology
Let's take a step-by-step look at the technology for using IBX:
- As described above, first you need to prepare your nails by removing the artificial coating from them and doing a manicure. It is advisable to do this not before the procedure itself, but the day before it. There should be no moisture on the nails; they must be 100% dry.
- We wipe them with lint-free wipes soaked in disinfectant.
- After this, we take the first drug - IBX Repair. It must be applied to all nails and warmed up at a temperature of approximately 45 degrees for 1 minute: for example, under a hot hair dryer or under an incandescent lamp.
- Remove the sticky layer with a dry, unimpregnated cloth.
- We polymerize all nails in a lamp.
- Remove stickiness with a lint-free cloth soaked in dispersion layer remover.
- We take the second drug - IBX. We apply it in a thin layer to all nails, then heat it under the heating element for 4 minutes.
- We remove the stickiness with a dry cloth and polymerize the nails in a lamp.
- Remove the stickiness with a napkin containing a sticky layer remover.
- If desired, you can repeat the IBX application step, reducing the warm-up time to two minutes.
- Nails are ready to apply gel polish or any other material!
general information
Strengthening and treating nails using the IBX system is a two-phase system that involves two components. These components are supplied to the market as a set, since individually they are ineffective. They have a good effect, but they are also characterized by a fairly high price. It doesn’t matter whether you perform the procedure in a salon or at home. The drug itself is quite expensive. The high price is the only reason why not many people choose this strengthening method.
Carrying out the procedure at home is very simple. It does not require any special skills, only a certain accuracy, since getting one or another composition on the skin is undesirable. In addition, for the most complete and effective fixation of the treatment layer on the nails, it is necessary to place the nails under an ultraviolet lamp for two minutes.
Nail care after the procedure and popular questions
Immediately after restoring the nails, it is necessary to moisturize the cuticle, since the action of high temperatures during heating will clearly not benefit it.
- Take any moisturizing oil (by the way, Famous Names has a wonderful natural oil Dadi Oil, another bestseller among artists and their clients) and apply thickly to the side rollers.
- Rub in with massage movements.
This way you will provide adequate nutrition to the skin and improve the appearance of your hands.
Type of nails after the procedure
After the procedure, the nails acquire a healthy appearance and look moisturized and well-groomed. At the same time, there are no traces of a visible coating (glossy or matte) on them, because, we repeat, the drug penetrates into the very structure of the nail plate and works from the inside.
Advantages
IBX nail treatment has a lot of advantages that certainly make the system one of the best manicure procedures:
- the visibility of the result is achieved after the first application and, as a result, smooth and strong nails;
- the system is more effective because the substance penetrates deep into the plate, eliminating all defects at the structural level;
- all imperfections of the damaged nail become less and less noticeable;
- nails begin to grow actively, while becoming less brittle;
- the effect lasts continuously while the IBX system is used, even during breaks between sessions, nails retain a strong and healthy appearance;
- nail strengthening products do not contain any components harmful to health, so they can be used even during pregnancy;
- the products can also be applied as a base for decorative varnish;
- each time the strengthening method will be carried out with an increasingly shorter interval between sessions.
Result of using IBX: before and after
And now we want to clearly show how the system works and what results can be achieved with it. Impressive, isn't it?
Can the IBX system fail?
If you have serious diseases (psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis and others), your nails are affected by fungus (onychomycosis) or their shape has changed due to serious illnesses, then, of course, IBX will not work and will not be a magic wand that gets rid of all your troubles. Be sure to go to a doctor who will prescribe you comprehensive treatment! It is also worth considering that the system will only temporarily hide nail imperfections if their appearance is caused by eating habits and lifestyle.
Can men use IBX?
The IBX System is suitable for both men and women, restoring nails equally regardless of gender. In the case of men, the use of the drug is convenient because it does not leave behind any “varnish” traces - neither gloss nor dullness. The nail plates simply look naturally healthy.
How to recognize a fake IBX?
A fake can be determined by two criteria:
- smell - it will be sharp and unpleasant, ammonia-like;
- cloudy sediment - the original product should be transparent.
If you have a fake in front of you, do not use it under any circumstances! This can cause severe allergies and further damage your nails.
Advantages and disadvantages
The IBX system has numerous advantages, which explains its popularity among the female and male population.
- Significant changes will be noticeable after the first session: your nails will immediately appear neater and healthier.
- Due to the ability of solutions to penetrate inside the nail, the restoration will be of higher quality, because it comes from the inside and cannot be somehow disturbed from the outside.
- The procedure comes to the rescue in situations where other surface treatments fail, for example, in cases of delamination, the appearance of grooves and white spots.
- Nails are not only restored, but also begin to grow faster.
- If you use the system on a regular basis, your nails will always look and feel their best. The healing layer can always be applied under the varnish coating; this is even recommended by professionals.
- The preparations contain exclusively natural ingredients, which means that the use of solutions is not prohibited even for pregnant women and nursing mothers.
You can also add that carrying out the procedure at home requires at a minimum the purchase of an ultraviolet lamp, which will be an additional expense. However, considering that the purchased product should be enough for approximately fifty procedures, it will be much more profitable to purchase the drugs and switch to home procedures than to pay about 1,000, or even more rubles in salons each time.
Frequently asked questions about the IBX Nail Strengthening and Restoration System
What should you not do immediately after the procedure?
After the nail restoration procedure, you can do any business and apply colored polish or gel polish. There are no restrictions.
Is it possible to remove IBX?
It is impossible to remove IBX with a remover, since the product is completely absorbed into the nail plate and “grows together” with its structure inside. IBX does not have the appearance of a decorative coating, so removal of the product is not required.
What is the cost of IBX for craftsmen?
IBX Repair is enough for about 50-60 procedures, IBX - for 60-70.
Can IBX be used during pregnancy and lactation?
Before using the system, you should consult your doctor in case you are allergic to the ingredients of the drugs, or other undesirable reactions are possible.
How often should I use IBX?
- Once a week if the nails are very damaged.
- 2 times a week if the nails are slightly damaged or have local damage.
- 3 times a week if your nails are generally healthy and you need to grow longer or simply improve their overall condition.
What is the shelf life of IBX system drugs and how should they be stored?
The shelf life of the products is 36 months from the moment the bottles are opened. If we consider that on average the compositions are enough for 60 applications, then approximately 20 procedures can be carried out per year.
How to apply IBX treatment coating
The difference between the IBX treatment coating and all other coatings is that it does not need to be removed with nail polish remover or gel polish.
It penetrates the structure of the nail and is removed only along with the nail, that is, when you trim them. We can talk endlessly about the advantages of the system, here are just a few of them:
- the result is observed already during the first treatment procedure;
- the highest nail restoration effect compared to other means;
- separation, white spots and grooves on the nails become invisible;
- more intensive growth of nails, with a decrease in the likelihood of their breakage;
- long-lasting effect, and if you follow the cosmetologist’s recommendations, the consistency of the effect is guaranteed;
- the presence of harmful substances in the IBX system is excluded, therefore pregnant women can treat their nails using this system, but they still need to consult their doctor.
The disadvantage of this system is the cost of two bottles and salon services. Also, to apply a medicated nail coating, you need special ultraviolet lamps, which also cost money.
Sometimes nail salons hide the name of the system so that the client cannot purchase this miracle himself and visits the salon constantly, both for treatment and for preventive treatment of nails.
