BUILDER GEL

WHAT IS BUILDER GEL (HARD GEL)?

Builder Gel, also known as hard gel, is a sturdy nail product used to create strong, durable nail extensions or nail enhancements. This gel has a medium to thick viscosity and is cured under a Read more

WHAT IS BUILDER GEL (HARD GEL)?

Builder Gel, also known as hard gel, is a sturdy nail product used to create strong, durable nail extensions or nail enhancements. This gel has a medium to thick viscosity and is cured under a UV or LED lamp.

You can apply Builder Gel to the natural nail, a form, or tips, and it's perfect for anyone wanting longer nails or looking to strengthen damaged nails.

WHY CHOOSE OUR BUILDER GELS?

Our Builder Gels fall into the category of hard gels. This means they are not soluble in soak-off remover but must be filed off. This makes them extra strong and provides long-lasting strength and stability – even for longer nails.

Whether you're just starting to work with hard gels or you're looking for a reliable Builder Gel for professional use: our Builder Gels are always a good choice.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BUILDER GEL AND T-GEL

• Builder Gel:
  • Hard Gel – not soak-off
  • This is a thicker gel, ideal for nail extensions and nail strengthening.
  • It is usually applied with a brush from a pot.
  • Ideal for people who want longer nails or want to strengthen damaged nails.

• T-Gel

• T-Gel is a slightly thinner gel that comes in a bottle with a brush, just like nail polish. Also available in 30 & 50 gram pots.
• Easy to apply and popular for strengthening natural nails without extending them.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BUILDER GEL AND ACRYLIC

• Acrylic:
• Is made by mixing a liquid and powder.
• The mixture air-dries, so it requires some speed and skill in application.
• Acrylic is often harder and can provide more structure and length, but can also cause more damage if not removed properly.
• Builder Gel:
• Curing occurs under a UV/LED lamp, which allows more time to perfectly shape the nail.
• Is often more flexible and less damaging to the natural nail.

HOW TO APPLY BUILDER GEL?

1. Prepare the natural nail and cuticles: Start by cleaning the nails and pushing back the cuticles. Lightly file the nails to prepare them for the gel.
2. Prep and Ultrabond: Apply Prep and Ultrabond. 
3. Base: Apply a thin layer of Base Gel and cure for 60 seconds under the UV/LED lamp.
4. Application: Use a brush to apply the builder gel to the nails. Start with a thin slip layer and build it up for extra strength or length.
5. Curing: Cure the gel under a UV or LED lamp. The exact time depends on the lamp and product, but usually takes 60 to 120 seconds per layer.
6. Filing and polishing: After the gel is fully cured, you can remove the sticky layer and file it into shape if necessary.
7. Topcoat: Apply a topcoat (for example, Top No Wipe 2.0) for extra shine and protection, and cure it again under the lamp.

HOW LONG DOES BUILDER GEL NEED TO CURE?

To ensure optimal curing, builder gel must be cured continuously for 90 seconds in a UV/LED lamp. If the hand is removed earlier, this can lead to incomplete curing and a so-called soufflé effect.

OUR LATEST BUILDER GEL:

Has a medium viscosity, is self-leveling, and is suitable for all nail types. Its consistency is slightly thicker than our T-Gel and it offers the following benefits:

• less prone to running
• hard gel
• self-leveling
• Ideal for correcting a hawk nail 

If applied correctly, it should not even need filing. It is a perfect builder gel with very good adhesion, and you won't experience lifting. This Builder Gel is perfect for creating new sets and refills. Ideal for application with upper forms or modeling with a gel brush on forms.

Available in various shades in 30 grams & 50 grams

PLEASE NOTE: Builder Gel Covers 12, 13 & 14 are highly pigmented Gels. While these Gels are still sturdy, they are slightly more fluid than the other Cover colors due to their high pigmentation. Pigment results in a slightly more liquid consistency, meaning the product cures slower when a thick layer is applied. For this reason, you CANNOT correct a hawk nail with these 3 Cover colors, as you cannot apply a layer thicker than 1 mm. When applying a layer thicker than 1 mm, the product may not cure completely.

NB: To ensure optimal curing, nails must be cured continuously for 90 seconds in the lamp. If the hand is removed earlier, this can lead to incomplete curing and a so-called soufflé effect.

QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR BUILDER GEL? 

We at Tanyasavchenko.com want to provide our customers not only with good products but also with good advice. Therefore, do not hesitate to send us an email at info@tanyasavchenko.com if you have any questions about our builder gels. You can also contact us with other questions about, for example, gel polish, acrylgel, striping tape, nail foil, and builder gel.