How do I refill a Builder Gel manicure?Updated 8 days ago
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 debulk your Builder Gel Polish mani by filing off with a coarse nail file or buffer, without filing through to your natural nail. Use the coarse side of the Nail File for thicker applications, or the coarse side of the Buffer for thinner coats.
Smooth: Buff the nail to refine and smooth the surface until there are no bumps.
Prep: Wipe the nail with a prep pad to remove all the dust and oil.
Build: Apply an even layer of Builder Gel Polish to the entire nail and cure for 2 minutes, cleaning up any stray gel before curing to help prevent lifting and chipping and to minimize skin exposure, which can increase the risk of irritation or sensitization.
Top Coat: Apply Gel Polish Top Coat and cure for 1 minute, cleaning up any stray gel before curing.
Want to see it step by step? Watch our Olive University: Builder Gel Refill tutorial.