10 best manicure lamps of 2022

Have you decided to do a manicure with gel polish at home, or did you study to become a manicure master and you need a lamp? There are a lot of questions in my head – what kind of lamps are there, which one is right for you or future customers, what budget to allocate for the purchase.

First you need to understand that the main and, one might say, the only function of the lamp is to dry the applied product (base, gel polish, strengthening gel, top), to give it strength. Girls may not attach much importance to the lamp and buy the first one that comes across, but this is fundamentally wrong. Lamps are different from each other – and one that is suitable for home use is not suitable for a salon.

We publish a rating of the most popular manicure lamps in 2022 – they are of high quality, gently affect the nail and coating. We will also tell you how to choose them correctly, and the expert will answer the most popular questions and share his experience.

Rating of the top 10 best lamps for manicure according to KP

Let’s open our rating with the 10th position.

10. Lamp LED-UV TNL Professional Mood, 36 W

The lamp with UV- and LED-radiation is intended for polymerization of gels, gel-varnishes, permanent varnishes, bio-gels and other materials. It has modern dual light source technology, which can reduce curing time by up to 50%. The light sources are arranged so that the coating dries evenly. The manufacturer claims that the lamp without changing bulbs can last up to 50 hours.

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9. Lamp-UV JessNail SUN 5, 48 W

The lamp with UV- and LED-radiation is intended for professional use. Rarely does anyone buy it for the home. The lamp is very powerful and has a timer for 10, 30, 60 and 99 seconds, there is also an infrared sensor, thanks to which it turns on automatically.

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8. Lamp LED-UV TNL Professional Sunrise, 48 W

The TNL Professional UV LED lamp is excellent for curing gels, gel polishes, permanent polishes, biogels and other materials. It has a stylish case made of high-quality plastic, so the lamp will last a long time.

There are three timer buttons, a new dual light source technology – thanks to it, the lamp evenly dries the entire surface of the nail. Claimed lamp life is 50 hours.

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7. Lamp for manicure SUN MINI, 6 W

This is a “pocket lamp” for manicure – it is convenient because it does not take up much space at home, suitable for masters who go to clients at home.

The device has a folding design, so you can polymerize gel polishes on weight without even opening the legs. Only the USB cable is included in the kit.

The manufacturer claims that the lamp life is more than 30 thousand hours. LED technology allows you to save on electricity at least 10 times. Customers note that the lamp has difficulty drying dense gels or thick layers of gels. It dries for a long time, the varnish may spread during this time.

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6. LED-UV lamp SUNone 48 W

Professional lamp LED-UV SUNone 48 W is suitable for drying all types of coatings. She, like many other modern lamps, has two radiation ranges – UV and LED. The lamp can work both in 48 W mode and less – 24 W. This is especially convenient when a burning sensation begins, the power in the lamp can simply be reduced.

30 diodes are arranged so conveniently that all fingernails can be dried at once and evenly. The model has a convenient magnetic bottom, you can also perform a pedicure with it.

There is a motion sensor and a timer for 5, 30 and 60 seconds. The manufacturer notes that the lamp is able to work 50 thousand hours of operation without changing bulbs.

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5. Global Fashion L-1100 Nail Lamp

The Global Fashion L-1100 lamp has a high build quality and high power. It can be used both at home and in the salon. The lamp has a digital time indicator, which greatly simplifies the work of the master. The high power of the lamp allows you to work even with the densest material: not only gel polishes, but also dense nail extensions solidify in the lamp.

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4. Lamp for drying nails Diamond Quick, CCFL/LED, 36 W

This is a professional nail lamp, rarely someone buys it for the home, there is no need for it. It is chosen by high-class masters. It is ideal for the polymerization of gels, gel polishes and acrylic coatings of any density. The lamp is a reliable assistant for complex extensions. The manufacturer claims that the lamp will last 20 hours in operation. The radiation wavelength is safe, the lamp has a cover and a support under the arm for the convenience and comfort of the master and the client.

The brand also notes that the lamp has a new technology that saves electricity.

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3. Lamp for manicure and pedicure LED-UV BlueQue V9, 168 W

Blueque BQ-V9 lamp with phone stand is a new generation hybrid lamp. It polymerizes any gel polishes, gels for nail extension, coatings of any density with gel or biogel. Used both at home and in salons.

The lamp has a carrying handle and a 10, 30, 60 and 90 second timer for automatic use. There is also a temperature lowering mode – in case a burning sensation begins during the drying of the nails. The lamp has an unusual and convenient large display. Report per second.

The dimensions of the device are compact, can be placed even in a small workplace. Turning the lamp on and off is done by placing a hand inside it and then removing it.

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2. LED-UV Runail Professional 3225, 48 Вт

In second place is the lamp of the same company RuNail Professional model 3225 48 W. She has a dual source of radiation – ultraviolet and LED. Thanks to this, the lamp quickly and efficiently polymerizes absolutely any coating: gel polishes, UV gels, biogels, gel paints, 3D gels.

The lamp has an electronic display and a timer for 10, 30, 60, 90 seconds, which is very convenient. The design of the device is ergonomic, there are special recesses for fingers — the client places his hand in the lamp correctly, the varnish does not flow anywhere, thanks to this position.

The LEDs are positioned so that all five fingers polymerize at the same time. The lamp has a compact size and light weight, it is convenient to carry.

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1. Lamp RuNail Professional GL-515 36 W

In the top of the rating is a 36 W UV lamp from RuNail Professional. This lamp has been on the market for several years and has proven itself to be good, but only for home use. For the salon, this lamp is not suitable, because it takes 2-3 minutes to dry the varnish in it. The lamp has two operating modes – 2 minutes and infinity. In the second case, the master will have to control the drying time himself. The lamp has four small UV lamps that can be replaced when they burn out. The bottom panel slides out for easy cleaning. The lamp is available in several colors.

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Expert selection

Manicure lamp SUN 5

Expert Anna Ruben chooses SUN 5 UV / LED lamp – it uses the new generation Smart 2.0 technology, which dries twice as fast. Such a lamp is suitable for both home use and the provision of manicure services, both in the salon and at home.

The lamp is based on dual light source technology and covers a wider spectrum of the ultraviolet range – 365–405 nm. The lamp, in addition to gel polishes, ideally dries hard gels, acrylic coatings, and is suitable for complex extensions. The LEDs of this lamp are not only on top, but also on the sides – the entire surface of the nail dries evenly, you do not have to change the position of the hand.

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How to choose a manicure lamp

As it was written above, the main function of the lamps is the polymerization of gel polish, so it is important to choose a powerful lamp so that the varnish does not stack while the hand is drying in the lamp.

When buying, pay attention to product reviews – study them in advance on the Internet. It happens that the manufacturer praised the lamp in the characteristics, but in fact the quality of the product suffers. Sometimes cheap lamps are much better than expensive ones. You can also consult with experienced manicure masters or a sales assistant.

Pay attention to the case material – it should be solid, made of high-quality plastic, and the assembly should be reliable – no backlashes, no gaps, no squeaks when used.

Also look at the attractive appearance of the device and ease of use – whether it is comfortable to stick your hand in there, whether all five fingers will fit.

Types of lamps for manicure

Ultraviolet (UV)

This is one of the most popular types of lamps for manicure. Ultraviolet is reflected from the mirror surface, its influence is amplified, and the gels dry in seconds or minutes, depending on the power of the device.

Light emitting diode (LED)

The second most popular LED or otherwise LED lamps. At the same power, polymerization in this lamp occurs much faster than in a UV lamp due to the increased intensity of light radiation.

But there is a big minus – in such a lamp, the surface of the nail is very hot, and even the most persistent clients can feel a burning sensation. In this case, you have to reduce the power.

Hybrid

This device is 2 in 1 – it can combine both ultraviolet and LED. These lamps are perfect for drying gel polishes, gels, biogels. Experienced craftsmen who have tried different types of lamps and work on different materials like to work with them.

Popular questions and answers

Manicure and pedicure master, studio founder and manicure instructor Anna Ruben tell you where to buy a manicure lamp, which lamp is safer and how many watts to choose.