11. Can the CND™ SHELLAC™ Base Coats, Color Coats and Top Coats be cured in either CND™ Lamp? Yes. All CND™ SHELLAC™ Base Coats, Colors and Top Coats can be cured in either the CND™ UV or CND™ LED Lamps.

Is UV or LED better for Shellac?

For the distinct reason that LED nail dryers offer a faster drying time compared to UV lights, they are said to be safer than UV lights. A faster curing time equals less time one is exposed to harmful radiation, so this is a definite advantage for clients.

Do you need a UV light for CND Shellac?

Yes. All SHELLAC™ Base Coat, Colors and Top Coats can be cured in either the CND™ UV or LED Lamp. 15. ... SHELLAC™ Base Coat should be cured for 10 seconds in the CND™ LED Lamp (preset button 1) or 10 seconds in the CND™ UV Lamp.