Thanks for the info! I've never tried those. After acrylics damaged my nails I'm a bit unsure about these things.
FWIW, years ago I wore acrylics too and found they just savaged my nails. I swore that I'd never do them or anything like them again. When SOGs came out, they looked interesting but I didn't jump on them until I saw Shellac. After my first manicure (lasted 2.5 weeks) and pedicure (lasted 5 weeks and only because it grew out), I realized I was on to something. I became a DIYer and I've been using Shellac and Gelish six months now and my nails -
my own natural nails! - are longer and healthier than they've ever been in my life. Last night sort of as a test, I washed the car, planted my impatiens and vinca and did the dishes - all without gloves. My SOG is still intact and shiny like a new car.
BTW, I have 17 - God help me when Sally's starts carrying Gelish!
Shellac- Strawberry Smoothie, Iced Cappuccino, Gotcha, Blackpool, Rock Royalty, Clearly Pink, Hot Chilis, Masquerade
Gelish - Red Roses, Night Shimmer, Midnight Caller, Medieval Madness, It's a Lily, Tumberline Violet, Samuri, Sweet Chocolate
Gelac - Constellation
By this time next week, however, it will be a whole different story! 
