Choosing the right gel

Choosing the right gel from our extensive range is mostly influenced by the desired viscosity of the gel. The lower the viscosity, the thinner the gel. The higher the viscosity, the thicker the gel feels during application.

There are different influences that affect the viscosity of the gel.

The composition of the gel: Longer chains of bigger molecules give the gel a thicker feel, making these gels ideal for extending the nail on forms or building the apex of the nail.

The Sheer: The more you work with the gel the thinner the gel becomes. When the technician stops working the gel, the gel gets back to its original state and thickness. This is especially helpful when it is very cold and the gels has difficulty self-leveling.

The temperature: We strongly recommend an even salon temperature and storing your gels in a cool, dark place. Big differences in temperature and direct sunlight exposure affect the gels.

The viscosity – “Flex Indicator” is an unique feature positioned on the side of the jar. You can see at a glance whether a gel is hard or flexible. The more blocks the harder the gel is after curing.

Standard UV Gels:
– Average viscosity, thicker syrup like consistency
– Medium hard and flexible after curing
– Can be pinched and keeps its shape
– Can be buffed to a high shine or sealed with Top Gel
– Can be used for all different techniques; on tips, the natural nail and on forms
– Suitable for beginning and advanced technicians
– Suitable for normal and hard natural nails.

Standard Builder Gels:
– Average viscosity, thicker syrup like consistency
– Medium hard and flexible after curing
– Can be pinched and keeps its shape
– Can be buffed to a high shine or sealed with Top Gel
– Can be used for all different techniques; on tips, the natural nail and on forms
– Suitable for beginning and advanced technicians
– Suitable for normal and hard natural nails

Sculpting Gels:
– Medium high viscosity, honey like consistency
– Medium hard and flexible after curing
– Can be pinched and keeps its shape
– Can be buffed to a high shine or sealed with Top Gel
– Perfect workability on forms
– Ideal for French manicure nails
– Great in warmer climates
– Suitable for normal and hard natural nails

Flash Gels:
– Very high viscosity, hair gel like consistency
– Very light and soft in wear
– Flexible after curing
– Has to be sealed with Top Gel
– Can be used on tips or forms
– Self levelling
– Great in warmer climates
– Available in a thin and a thick version to cater to your demands
– Suitable for all nail types but especially for weak, soft and damaged natural nails.

Fiber Gels:
– A high viscosity
– Very strong and hard nails
– Very lightweight
– Can be applied very thin
– Can be used on tips and forms
– Ideal for all nail services, truly multi usage
– The brightness of Gel
– The strength of Fiberglass
– The workability of Acrylics.