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One of the most important steps in any gel service is selecting the proper base gel for your specific nail type. That's because base gel isn't just about adhesion; it plays a crucial role in the integrity, longevity, and overall health of the enhancement. Knowing the condition of your natural nail will allow you to tailor your application for better retention and fewer issues like lifting, chipping, or over-flexing.
No nail service is a one-size-fits-all experience, and that's why Gelish has a variety of base gels to choose from. Each one is formulated a little differently in order to customize the Gelish experience for every type of client. Whether you have weak or damaged nails, are looking to grow out your talons, or even have perfectly healthy tips, we've got a solution for you. Here, we break down each of our base gels to help you select the right one for your nail needs.
The original and classic Foundation Gel is the go-to base gel for Gelish Soak-Off Gel Polish and Gelish Structure. Like double-sided tape, it creates an adhesive bond
between the nail and the gel, ensuring long wear without damaging the natural nail plate.
Best for: Normal or Healthy Nails
This Rubber Base works like a second skin for nails, offering an elasticity that allows it to move with the natural nail, reducing the chance of cracking or lifting.
Plus, it produces almost a plumping effect, creating instant volume with a barely-there feel. Use the Clear as a flexible protective base under your favorite Gelish
Soak-Off Gel Polish, or wear the Light Pink, Light Nude, or Cover Beige alone for a natural-looking nude manicure.
Best for: Thin, Peeling, or Very Flexible Nails
Clients with compromised nail plates need extra care. This medium-viscosity base gel allows you to reinforce strength, build, shape, and even repair a damaged nail plate.
Thanks to its versatility, you can use the Clear as a base for a color Gelish service or opt for Translucent Pink or Cover Pink alone for a nude manicure, or even as the
base for a quick French.
Best for: Weak or Damaged Nails
This is a thick-viscosity builder gel in a bottle, boasting a specially designed brush length for maximum product control. The formula is self-leveling and is designed
to provide strength and support without compromising flexibility. While it's not exactly a base gel, it does work as reinforcement for those who want their Gelish Soak-Off
Gel Polish to last longer. It can also be worn alone as an overlay or to extend the natural nail by sculpting or with a tip. Plus, Brush-On Builder is also available in a
variety of colors: Ivory Nude, Mauve Nude, Light Pink Nude, Pink Sand Nude, Beige Nude, and Blush Rose Nude.
Best for: Normal/Healthy Nails, Those Looking to Grow Natural Nails, or Wear Extensions
Swatching the right colors for you
