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The Best UV Lamps for Nails on Amazon That Dry Polish in Minutes
And they're all available for under $40.
By It's no easy feat to sit around waiting for a manicure to dry, especially one you've put extra effort into creating yourself. With incoming texts, new developments on social media, and a general need to do something besides watching minutes on the clock tick by, it can be difficult to sit still for at least ten full minutes without smudging or denting all your handiwork. Thankfully, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to the quick-drying, chip-resistant power of gel nail polish. While a great gel manicure is designed to reliably last for weeks on end, its polish is really only as good as the LED or UV lamp that helps it dry and harden.
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The best UV lamps for nails may seem like high-tech, expensive gadgets that are only accessible for most nail salons, but it's easier than ever to bring these expert-level tools straight to your dining or coffee table for less—especially since many of the most popular lamps are available on Amazon. From top-rated nail devices designed to dry two hands at a time to more portable ones that fold up and fit in your carry-on, we've narrowed down the best UV lamps for nails to dry down your favorite gel polish in a (literal) flash.
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UV LED Nail Lamp True Professional Nail Dryer
Pros
- Available in two wattage options
Cons
Amazon customers are raving about this best-selling device, with one writing that the UV lamp, "doesn’t get too hot, works with most, if not all, brands of gel polish, and has an effective voltage. Like really, you can’t go wrong with this one!"
Pros
- Spacious
Cons
With a near perfect rating on Amazon and over 28,000 customer reviews, this best-selling nail lamp uses a built-in sensor and adjustable timer to cut down on drying time.
Gel Nail Polish Kit with UV Light
Pros
- Includes a set of nail tools
Cons
Not only does this versatile kit include a powerful UV lamp, but it also contains nail care tools and essentials like files, clippers, cuticle oil, plus a range of gel polish, including nail color, base, and top coats.
Pros
- Amazon's Choice
Cons
This powerful device has a voltage of up to 40 watts, and uses a soft light in its drying process to minimize skin tanning. It's also a hit among Amazon's nail lovers, since it currently holds over 41,000 customer reviews and a 4.5-star rating.
Pros
- Includes four timer settings
Cons
You can keep tabs on the number of seconds your nails have left to dry with this LCD touch screen lamp that features pre-set timers that make it easy to tailor your curing time.
Pros
- Under $10
- Travel-ready
Cons
This top-rated drying device fits in the palm of your hand, and is nicely available on markdown for a rare 20 percent off.
Pros
- Features beads on top and sides of lamp
Cons
The handle on this UV lamp makes it practically seamless to move from room to room, plus, it uses a dual light source to dry a wide variety of gel polish—from Shellac to more sculptural gel work.
Pros
- Features a compact design
Cons
According to one excited Amazon customer, using this "perfect," single-button UV lamp is reason enough to, "never go back to the salon again!"
Pros
- Easy to use
Cons
This Amazon's Choice lamp uses a longer wavelength and cold light to dry nails, and contains an output power that increases gradually overtime.
Pros
- Works for hands and feet
Cons
Here's another UV lamp with a handle that uses up to 80 watts of power, and features a magnetic, removable bottom that makes it easier to clean and more spacious when drying your toenails.
UV Light for Nails Lamp
Pros
- Contains dual light source for faster drying
Cons
The dome-like design of this lamp helps keep light from leaking out while you use it, and works to cure gel polish quickly while protecting your eyes and skin.
Pros
- Amazon's Choice
Cons
Dry both hands (or feet!) at once with this roomy device that contains 42 LED bulbs that are designed to last for up to 50,000 hours—talk about bang for your buck.
Pros
- Feature three timer options for a customized dry
Cons
This curved UV lamp automatically activates when it senses your hand or foot, and switches between a regular and lower temperature level if it senses its light is too hot for your skin. Did we mention this device is under $10?
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