Which is the best LED nail lamp? Spotlight on LED nail lamps

LED nail lamps have revolutionised the business of nails. In no time at all, your clients are treated to perfectly cured gel nails that are hardwearing, chip-resistant and glossy. Using an LED nail lamp to cure gel nails can be a process that takes as little as 30 seconds. Therefore it is no surprise that LED nail lamps are a popular choice for many nail technicians. If you’d like to know ‘Which is the best LED nail lamp to buy?’ Or you are wondering, ‘Are LED nail lamps safe to use?’. We cover these questions and more in this guide.

What is the difference between UV and LED nail lamps?

Both LED nail lamps and UV nail lamps produce ultraviolet light to cure gel nail polish. However, when it comes to the initial outlay, curing time and versatility there are some key differences between the two.

Curing time and cost: UV vs LED nail lamps

UV lamps take longer to cure gel polish due to broader UV wavelengths – in general, UV nail lamps typically take 2-3 minutes to cure the polish fully. On the other hand, LED nail lamps use shorter UV wavelengths, which means the gel nail polish is cured more quickly at around 15-30 seconds. Because of this technology, LED lamps generally cost more to buy in comparison to UV lamps.