Builder Gel
How do I apply Builder Gel? (Builder Gel Mani 101)
Here's how to build longer, stronger natural nails at home with Builder Gel using our Builder Gel Kit. Get started: Lay out all your tools and work on a clean, flat surface. Plug in your lamp before you get started. Shape + Prep: Lightly shape...
What is the apex in a builder gel manicure?
Builder Gel can be used to build an apex on your nail to help reinforce your nails and create a smooth, rounded look. The apex, the highest point on the nail structure, is placed at the stress area of the nail (usually the upper third of the nail...
Builder Gel FAQs: common problems and how to solve them
Bumpy or lumpy builder application? Before curing, use the liner brush to smooth the surface of builder gel. If you've already cured and the surface is lumpy, smooth it using the buffer, or apply more builder gel and cure to fill in the gaps....
How do I fix a broken nail with builder gel?
Broke a nail? Builder gel to the rescue! Instead of cutting all your nails down, you can build length with builder gel to match the rest of your nails. Apply an Easy Fit nail form and extend your length. Wipe with a prep pad, then shape your newly...
How do I layer Builder Gel with polish or Gel Polish?
Builder Gel plays really well with Olive & June Gel Polish, Long-Lasting Polish, and Quick Dry Polish. Polish (Long-Lasting or Quick Dry): If you'd like to apply polish on top of Builder Gel, you can paint it directly onto cured Gel Polish Top...
How do I create nail extensions with Builder Gel? (Builder Gel Extensions 101)
Here's how to extend your nails with builder gel polish - no glue or tips needed, just natural-looking length. Get started: Lay out all your tools and work on a clean, flat surface. Plug in your lamp before you get started. Shape + Prep: Lightly...
What is builder gel?
Builder gel is a thicker, buildable gel that creates a strong, flexible shield in one coat, encouraging your natural nails to grow long and strong. It cures with the Olive & June LED lamp for up to 21 days of builder gel wear. There are 2 ways to...
How do I remove Builder Gel?
We know that gel removal can be a pain, but removing an Olive & June builder gel manicure is easy! There are two ways to remove: 1. If you used our Peel-Off Base Coat: Use the cuticle pusher to gently lift the builder gel polish all around the...
What's inside the Builder Gel kit?
The Builder Gel Mani Kit has everything you need to create your dream nails with builder gel when added on to the Olive & June Gel Mani System. If you don't have a Gel Mani System, start there and add on the Builder Gel Kit. What's inside: - Olive...
How do I refill a Builder Gel manicure?
Love your Builder Gel Polish mani, but don't love the grown-out look? You can refresh a Builder Gel manicure by filling in the grown-out area at the base of the nail with fresh Builder Gel Polish - no need to completely remove! Debulk: Gently...
What are the steps for applying Builder Gel?
Apply Builder Gel straight to bare, prepped nails - no base coat needed! You can apply 1 coat of builder gel for instant strength, or slide on our Easy Fit Nail Forms and build instant length by creating a nail extension.