Which to choose, UV or LED lamp?
For drying semi-permanent varnishes under a UV or LED lamp, it is important to respect the order of application of the different layers. These two devices are good products, but there are some aspects that can help you choose the one that suits you best, we will give you the details below:
Technology
Whether UV or LED lamp, they both have a light intensity that is below 400 nm, they are differentiated by the wavelength.
Drying time
Using a UV lamp the varnish will take more or less 2 minutes to dry while with an LED lamp, it will dry in 30 seconds. In this aspect, the LED lamp is much more effective and comfortable. Also, avoid exposure of the UV rays.
Efficiency of the procedure
Ultraviolet light needs more energy, which generates more expense. LED lamps consume less energy, they are more resistant and ecological.
Type of varnish
All polishes that contain gels can be cured with UV light and achieve excellent results. While the LED light only dries semi-permanent polishes.
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