BusinessSeptember 28, 2025

Semi-Cured Gel Strips: What They Are and Why People Like Them

Key Vocabulary

strip /strɪp/
a small piece used for nails
"Choose the right strip for your nail."
cure /kjʊər/
to harden with light or heat
"Cure the strip under the lamp."
shiny /ˈʃaɪni/
bright and smooth on the surface
"The nails look shiny after curing."

Listening

Semi-Cured Gel Strips: What They Are and Why People Like Them

Semi-cured gel nail strips are pre-made gel stickers that come ready to use. They are partly cured and you finish them with a UV or LED lamp.

To use them, clean nails, choose the right strip, press it on, trim the excess and cure under a lamp. The strips can last up to two weeks and give a shiny, salon-like finish. Many brands sell many designs, and some people keep sheets as part of a personal collection. You can buy them online and in stores. They cost less than a salon. They are a fast way to change your nails at home.

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Quiz

1. What do you use to finish the strips?
2. How long can the strips last?
3. What must you do before pressing the strip?

Reading Practice

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Discussion

1

Do you buy nail products online or in stores? Why?

2

Have you ever tried a quick nail product at home? What happened?

3

What do you think about collecting pretty items like nail designs?

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