Gel Polish
Lasts: 10–15 days
Refills: No
Gel polish is cured under a UV/LED lamp to create a shiny, long-lasting manicure without long drying time.
Process includes:
Base coat + Color + Top coat
Best for:
- Clients who want something more durable than regular polish
- Strong, healthy natural nails
- Short nails
Not ideal for:
- Weak, flexible or very brittle nails. (lifting may occur)
This is perfect if you want a natural look with extra shine and durability.
Rubber Base
Lasts: 2–3 weeks
Refills: No
Rubber base is a bit thicker, flexible base coat that bends with your natural nail only, not for extensions. It adds strength to you natural nails while still feeling lightweight.
Best for:
- Thin, flaky, uneven, brittle or splitting nails
- Clients trying to grow and strengthen their natural nails
- Short natural nails
- Natural nail overlays
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Not recommended for:
- Long natural nails
It self-levels and creates slight thickness to reinforce weak nails.
Dipping Powder
Lasts: 3–4 weeks
Refills: No.
Dip powder creates a strong, durable coating over your natural nail or extensions without using the UV light.
Best for:
• Clients who want long-lasting strength
• Those who want strong, long lasting nails without UV light curing.
Liquid Gel (Builder Gel)
Lasts: 3–4 weeks
Refills: Yes
Liquid gel is a builder gel that provides durable strength with minimal breakage or chipping. It can be used on natural nails or extensions.
Can be applied over:
• Natural nails
• Tips
• Sculpted forms
Best for:
• Flat nails (helps create a natural apex/curvature)
• Short or long nails
• Weak or strong nails
• Clients who maintain their nails regularly
Perfect if you want long-lasting nails and prefer refills instead of soaking off every time.
Acrylic Powder
Lasts: 3–4 weeks
Refills: Yes
Acrylic is the strongest nail enhancement system. It creates a very firm, durable structure.
Can be applied over:
• Natural nails
• Tips
• Sculpted forms
Best for:
• Long extensions
• Clients who are hard on their nails
• Maximum strength and structure
• Clients who maintain their nails regularly
Ideal if you want the strongest option available.
Polygel
Lasts: 3–4 weeks
Refills: Yes
Polygel combines the strength of acrylic with the flexibility of gel.
No monomers. No strong smell.
Can be applied over:
• Natural nails
• Dual forms
• Tips
• Sculpted forms
Best for:
• Clients who love acrylic strength but want less odor
• Extensions with a lighter feel
• Strong, resistant structure
• Clients who maintain their nails regularly
Apres Gel-X (Soft Gel Extensions)
Lasts: Up to 3 weeks
Refills: Yes (depending on growth & condition)
Gel-X extensions are made from soft gel tips that are applied over your natural nails using a gel adhesive.
No monomer. No powder. No strong smell.
They come in multiple sizes, shapes and lengths to minimize filing and customize your look.
Best for:
• Clients who love extensions
• A more practical and efficient extension process
• A lightweight, natural-looking result
• Those looking for a less invasive option
• Flat nails (helps create a natural apex/curvature)
• Clients who maintain their nails regularly
Perfect if you want extensions with a healthier, more natural approach.
