BUILDER GEL

What is Builder Gel (Hard Gel)?

Builder Gel , also known as hard gel , is a firm nail product used to create strong, durable nail extensions or nail reinforcement. 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 firm nail product used to create strong, durable nail extensions or nail reinforcement. 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 is perfect for anyone who wants longer nails or wants to strengthen damaged nails.

Why choose our Builder Gels?

Our Builder Gels and Builder Gels Extra are hard gels . This means they don't dissolve 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 out with hard gels or you're looking for a reliable builder gel for professional use, you'll be happy with our builder gels.

Difference between Builder Gel and T-Gel

• Builder Gel:
  • Hard Gel (hard gel) – non-soak-off
  • This is a thicker gel, ideal for nail extension and nail strengthening.
  • It is usually applied with a brush from a jar.
  • Ideal for people who want longer nails or 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-gram and 50-gram jars.
• Easy to apply and popular for strengthening natural nails without extending them.

Difference between Builder Gel and Acrylic

• Acrylic:
• Made by mixing a liquid and powder.
• The mixture hardens in the air, 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 takes place under a UV/LED lamp, which gives more time to shape the nail perfectly.
• Is often more flexible and less damaging to the natural nail.

How do you apply Builder Gel?

1. Prepare your natural nails and cuticles: Start by cleaning your nails and pushing back your cuticles. Lightly file your 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 it for 60 seconds under the UV/LED lamp.
4. Application: Use a brush to apply the builder gel to your nails. Start with a thin 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 the product, but it usually takes 60 to 120 seconds per layer.
6. Filing and polishing: Once the gel has completely hardened, you can remove the sticky layer and file it into shape if necessary.
7. Topcoat: Apply a topcoat (e.g. Top No Wipe 2.0 or Gloss UV Top Coat ) 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 under a UV/LED lamp. Removing the hand before this time may result in incomplete curing and a so-called "soufflée" effect.

Our newest Builder Gel:

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

• runs slower
• hard gel
• self-leveling
• Ideal for correcting a hawk nail

If applied correctly, it shouldn't even need filing. It's a perfect builder gel with excellent adhesion and no lifting. This builder gel is perfect for creating new sets and touch-ups. Ideal for application with upper forms or sculpting with a gel brush over forms .

Available in various shades in 15 grams, 30 grams & 50 grams

Our newest Builder Gel extra:

Builder Gel Extra has a high viscosity and is self-leveling, making it suitable for all nail types. The gel is highly self-leveling. If applied correctly, it shouldn't even need filing. It's a perfect builder gel with excellent adhesion and no lifting. Builder Gel Extra is firmer than our current Builder Gel. Other advantages include:

• Specially designed for working with Upperforms, for extensions and after-treatments,
• Runs slower and therefore works more pleasantly
• Suitable for working in warm temperatures

Available in various shades in 15 grams, 30 grams & 50 grams

NOTE: Builder Gel (Extra) Covers 12, 13 & 14 are highly pigmented gels. While these gels are still firm, they are slightly more runny than the other cover colors due to their high pigmentation. Pigment creates a slightly more fluid consistency, which means the product cures less quickly when applied in a thick layer. For this reason, you CANNOT correct a hawk nail with these 3 cover colors, as you cannot apply a layer thicker than 1 mm. Applying a layer thicker than 1 mm may prevent the product from fully curing.

Note: To ensure optimal curing, the nails must be cured continuously in the lamp for 90 seconds . Removing the hand before this time may result in incomplete curing and a soufflé effect.

Questions about our Builder Gel?

At Tanyasavchenko.com , we want to provide our customers not only with good products but also with sound advice. So don't hesitate to email us at info@tanyasavchenko.com if you have any questions about our builder gels. You can also contact us for other questions about gel polish , acrylic gel , striping tape , nail wrap , and builder gel.