What it is:
Revel Nail’s new Bond | Soft Gel Builder is a durable, multi-use base gel. Can be used as either a builder gel for gel overlays, as a base adhesive for Soft Gel Extension Tips, or applied on it’s own to add strength to natural nail.
- 100% soak off and HEMA monomer free!!
- Please Note Bond | Soft Gel Builder does require a UV/LED Lamp to cure
How to use:
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FOR SOFT GEL TIPS:
- Perform any cuticle work and nail prep
- Apply Revel Nail Dehydrator and Revel Nail Acid Free Primer before proceeding with the Soft Gel Builder
- Apply a thin layer of the Soft Gel Builder to the natural nail and cure for 60 seconds in UV/LED lamp
- Apply a layer of Soft Gel Builder onto the inside of the gel tip where it contacts the natural nail. Apply the gel tip to the natural nail at a 45 degree angle starting at the cuticle and press down allowing the gel to spread to the free edge of the nail.
- While holding down the tip in place, flash cure directly under the light for 15-20 seconds.
- Cure all nails in UV/LED lamp flash curing.
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FOR BUILDER GEL:
- Perform any cuticle work and nail prep
- Pro Tip: For extra adhesion, apply Revel Nail Dehydrator and Revel Nail Acid Free Primer before applying the Soft Gel Builder.
- Apply a very thin layer of Soft Gel Builder to the natural nail as a slip layer. Do not cure.
- Pack a bead of Soft Gel Builder at the base of the nail and float down to the free edge. Allow the gel to self settle.
- When you are happy with the shape, cure for 60 seconds in UV/LED lamp.
- Add more Soft Gel Builder to build shape if needed.
STEP ONE: PREP NAIL
- Prepare by sanitizing hands and pushing back cuticles.
- Using a fine drill bit or buffer/file, remove shine from nails.
- It is recommended to file down any excess length of your natural nail.
STEP TWO: SIZE TIPS
- Tips should fit your natural nail from sidewall to sidewall naturally without applying pressure.
- If you are in between sizes, size up and file sides if necessary.
STEP THREE: PRIME NAIL
- Remove any dust from nails and skin by wiping the nail clean with alcohol.
- Apply “Prep | Nail Dehydrator” to nail in one thin coat.
- After nail is fully dry apply “Prime | Acid-Free Primer” to entire nail in one thin coat.
STEP FOUR: BASE GEL
- Apply a thin layer of “Bond” to all natural nails and cure in a LED lamp for 60 seconds or 2 minutes for UV.
- Apply a thin coat of “Prime” to the inside of the nail tips using the brush to scrub the product into the tip.
STEP FIVE: APPLY TIP
- Apply “Bond” to the inside of the gel tip where it contacts that natural nail.
- Press the tip to the nail at an angle starting at the base of the nail and slowly push downward, allowing the gel to spread to the free edge.
STEP SIX: FLASH CURE
- While holding down the tip in place, flash cure with Spectra Flash Cure UV/LED Lamp for 15-20 seconds.
- Carefully repeat steps 5 and 6 to apply gel tips on the rest of your nails.
STEP SEVEN: CURE & SHAPE
- Fully cure all nails in a LED lamp for 60 seconds or 2 minutes for UV
- Once nails are cured and secured, file and shape the tips to your liking.
STEP EIGHT: FINISH MANI
- Proceed with your favorite shade of Lacquer, Gel Polish, or Dip Powder to finish out your manicure.
- Seal and protect your manicure with Tack Free Gel Top Coat and cure for 90 seconds in a UV/LED lamp.