The Kiss Salon X-Tend LED Soft Gel System offers a convenient and stylish solution for those seeking salon-quality nails from the comfort of their home. This innovative set of pre-polished gel nails, applied with glue and cured with an LED lamp, promises to deliver flawless-looking nails efficiently. Priced at $24, the Starter Kit includes everything needed for a complete at-home manicure experience, including an LED lamp that cures the gel nails in two minutes.
With 18 different looks available, ranging from various shapes, lengths, and designs, the Kiss Salon X-Tend LED Soft Gel System caters to every aesthetic preference. The author of this review had the opportunity to test the product, selecting the "Gloria" set—a medium-length, almond-shaped option in a pale pinky-nude shade. To enhance the chosen design, the author applied two additional coats of pale pink polish on top of the gel nails.
The application process involved gently buffing the natural nail bed with a file after applying the gel nails. This technique, as explained by Julie Kandalec, a nail expert, provides a surface for better adhesion.
"This provides some grit for the nails to hold onto; if they're super smooth, the nails could slip off easier," – Julie Kandalec
The author noted that their natural nails are typically small and prone to breaking. However, the application of the gel nails contributed to their natural nails' growth, achieving long, almond-shaped appearances. The durability of these gel nails was impressive, with some lasting up to 14 days—though a few began to detach by day seven. Nonetheless, the author found the 15-minute application time worthwhile for a week of chic, Hailey Bieber-esque nails.
The Kiss Salon X-Tend LED Soft Gel System provides an accessible and effective method for achieving beautiful nails that cater to various personal styles. It stands as a testament to the convenience and quality achievable in at-home beauty solutions.
However, the removal process presented challenges. After enjoying several weeks of enhanced nail aesthetics, the author used the Glue Off product to remove the gel nails. Unfortunately, this aspect of the experience was less satisfying, described as a "big beauty bummer" due to difficulties encountered during removal.
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