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Just as people can be allergic to pollen (hay fever), some shampoos, body lotions or mascara, a very small minority of people react to the acrylic component in gels.
Usually this is the case with acrylic nails (which our nail studio does not offer), but occasionally someone also has an allergy to (certain) gels. This mainly manifest itself in itching at the fingertips.
Our nail salon is one of the few nail salons in Belgium to have an assortment of anti-allergenic gels in its range, so that someone who is allergic can still have a French manicure or colour-gel.
Also the Gel Polish we selected (CND Shellac) is '7-Free': Shellac polishes are not only made without the 3 common chemicals found in nail polishes (Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), Formaldehyde), but also without 4 other chemicals (Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, TPHP and Xylene).
Applying an anti-allergic gel is technically more difficult than a regular (colour) gel. As a customer you will of course not notice the difference in application method or result, but applying acrylic free gels requires a high degree of technical expertise. This (as well as the cost price) is also one of the main reasons that most nail technicians do not work with anti-allergic or hypoallergenic gels.
Beautiful Nails has chosen not to charge the higher cost price of the anti-allergic gels to you as a customer. However, this does mean that we cannot offer all colours, which we do have in stock in 'normal' gels.
Anti-allergic Gel Manicure
Here is an example of a customer with a far-reaching allergy to gel nails and nail polishes.
She had already gone to several nail studios and beauty salons for advice but nobody could or wanted to help her.
The treatment of such far-reaching allergies requires far-reaching technical expertise and experience!
Beautiful Nails Leuven has helped her with our anti-allergic gels to her great joy.
I came to Linde after a severe allergic reaction which caused my nails to be completely damaged, it really was no longer presentable. No nail stylist wanted or could put gel or polish on them because they were completely crumbled down. Linde really saved me by 'making' my own nails with gel. It looked immediately all right again and in the meantime my nails have almost healed without having to walk around for months in shame. I can only recommend it to everyone. Thanks Linde!
More on allergies and anti-allergic gels
Acrylic nails carry more risk, given the method. The monomer in acrylic is much more volatile. Gel is a more viscous product where no real chemical reaction is actually happening, as is the case with acrylic. One of the reasons our nail studio does not work with acrylics!
Our nail salon has a wide range of anti-allergic gels. Not only to apply a French Manicure nail look but also color gels. Unfortunately we can not offer the choice that we do on 'normal' gels.
Signs of allergic reactions include redness, itching or flaking around the nail or an allergic rash. If you experience these symptoms, it is best to switch to anti-allergic gels or gel polish.
A 2017 study conducted by the British Association of Dermatologists found that 2.4% of those tested had an allergy to at least one acrylic. A slightly older Portuguese study found that 0.2% to 2% of those tested had an acrylate allergy.
Our nail salon uses Shellac gel polish by CND. Not only an excellent brand of gel polish, but this gel polish is also hypoallergenic and '7-free'. Also, all of CND's products are animal testing free!
Anti-allergic gels also provide long-lasting results. They keep their glossy shine and the polish color doesn’t fade so your nails stay looking fresh until your next appointment.
Beautiful Nails Leuven
The solution if you want beautiful and long-lasting nails, but unfortunately have an allergy to beauty products and especially acrylics!
All nail finishes
As with 'regular' gel, anti-allergic gel can achieve any kind of nail finish.
French Manicure, colours as well as natural nails are possible as finish.
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Beautiful Nails Leuven does not charge any extra for a treatment with anti-allergic gel!
Even if the cost price of these gels is higher and the application requires a high technical expertise.
PricelistAnti-allergic gel on toes
Your toenails can also be treated with anti-allergic gels!
Also with regard to the look of your toes, you can choose between all the finishes that can be achieved with regular gel.
Gel on toesBeautiful Nails Leuven
We have experience with gel nail treatments and anti-allergic gels since 2004.
You will find us in the historic centre of Leuven between the Bondgenotenlaan and the Diestestraat.
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Quality only
Both our anti-allergic gels as well as our regular gel products are of a high standard and meet all the quality requirements of the Belgian and European regulations in this respect.
Contact us:
016 / 23 85 78
We will be happy to help you - preferably by telephone - with any questions or an appointment. You can also reach us via the contact form.
'7-Free' Gel Polish
We only use CND Shellac as gel polish, not only because it has been chosen as the best gel polish several times, but also because Shellac is ''7-free'' : Read more about Shellac
Our clients:
Fantastic nails, very personalized service, nothing is ever too much to ask, pure relaxation!
Karina De Bondt
A loyal and satisfied customer for years! Each time professional + personal service, and each time nice chats!
Kathy Engelbos
Been here for the first time today and Linde is a very pleasant person who does her job with a lot of passion! I am very satisfied with my beautiful nails thank you very much!!!
Ashley De Mulder
Beautiful results , a nice & natural atmosphere and great service
Saskia de Quidt
Best nail technician in Leuven!
Julia Balog-Halewood
Salon services Beautiful Nails by Linde
Address
Louis Melsensstraat 33000 Leuven
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We are accredited by theBelgian Beauty Federation
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Appointments
Monday | 10:00 - 18:00Wed - Fri | 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00
