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Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat is a base coat for nail polish that can be used to achieve a long-lasting manicure at home. It is applied directly to the nail and has a tacky quality that helps hold your polish in place for days. Its formula is packed with protein, specifically keratin, which is the same protein that's found in nails to give them structure. This keratin-rich product helps build up your nails and gives your manicure thickness. Gelous Nail Gel is a great option for those looking for a heavy-duty manicure that doesn't chip easily and can be done at home in just 20 minutes.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Use | Base coat for natural nails |
| Top coat for nail polish | |
| Fills in ridges from acrylic nails | |
| Application | Apply two thin layers of the Gelous Nail Gel to your nails, allowing a couple of minutes in between to dry |
| After applying your second coat, allow the gel to set for about 3 minutes | |
| Apply a layer of your nail color and allow to dry (about 5 minutes) | |
| Apply another layer of Gelous Nail Gel on top of your nail color and allow it to set for about 2 minutes | |
| Finish with a top coat | |
| Seals the ends of the nails | |
| Prevents chipping | |
| Extends the life of your manicure | |
| High gloss gel shine | |
| Does not contain formaldehyde | |
| Has a strong chemical scent | |
| Cheap |
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Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat as a base coat
Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat is a base coat for nail polish that can be used to achieve a long-lasting manicure at home. It is designed to bond to the nail and provide a tacky surface that helps hold your polish in place for days. The formula is packed with protein, specifically keratin, which is the same protein found in nails that gives them structure. This keratin-rich product helps to strengthen and build up your nails, while also adding thickness to your manicure.
To use Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat as a base coat, start by preparing your nails by removing any existing nail polish and buffing the surface to create a bit of texture for the gel to adhere to. Clean your nails with nail polish remover to remove any dust and natural oils. Apply a thin layer of Gelous Nail Gel as your base coat. This coat should be thin, and you should allow it to dry for about a minute. With each layer of gel, be sure to pull the brush down over the tip of the nails to seal the ends.
After applying the base coat, you can continue with your chosen nail polish. Apply a thin layer of nail polish and wait three minutes before proceeding to the next step. Then, apply another layer of Gelous Nail Gel, keeping it thin, and let it dry for about a minute. Following this, apply another thin layer of your chosen nail colour and give it another minute to dry.
Finally, finish with a top coat of your choice. For the best results, opt for a fast-drying top coat with a high shine finish. This will complete your at-home gel manicure, leaving you with a salon-quality manicure at a fraction of the price and time.
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Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat as a top coat
Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat can be used as a top coat for a long-lasting, shiny finish. It is applied as the final step of an at-home gel manicure, after the base coat, colour coat, and any additional layers of nail polish.
To use Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat as a top coat, start by ensuring that you have followed the previous steps in the manicure process. This includes buffing and smoothing out your nails with a buffing block, removing any nail dust with polish remover, and applying a base coat, colour coat, and any additional layers of nail polish, allowing each layer to dry for the recommended amount of time.
Once you have completed these steps, you can apply the Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat as your top coat. Apply a thin layer of the product and allow it to dry for the recommended amount of time, typically around one minute.
It is important to note that some people may not need the last coat of Gelous on top of their top coat. It is suggested to try applying it both with and without the additional Gelous layer to see which method works best for your nails.
Additionally, Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat should not be used if you have extremely short nails or if your nails are in poor condition, such as thin, dry, or split. It is also recommended to discontinue use if irritation or sensitivity occurs.
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How to prepare your nails for Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat
Preparing your nails for Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat is simple and can be done in several steps. Firstly, ensure your nails are clean and dry. You can use nail polish remover to clean your nails and remove any nail dust or natural oils. Then, use a nail file to gently push back your cuticles, providing a clean surface for the gel polish to stick to. Next, file your nails to the desired shape, making sure the edges of each nail are smooth.
After that, you can begin buffing your nails. Buff the entire surface of each nail gently, ensuring the whole nail appears dull from the buffing. Pay particular attention to the sides of your nails and the area around the cuticle, as incorrect buffing in these areas may lead to lifting. Once you have finished buffing, clean the surface of your nails again with a lint-free wipe soaked in nail polish remover.
If your nails bend or break easily, it is recommended to apply cuticle oil to strengthen and nourish your nails before proceeding with the gel manicure.
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How to apply Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat
Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat is a base coat for nail polish. It can be used to create a long-lasting manicure at home by pairing it with your regular polish. The product contains keratin, a strengthening protein that helps build up your nails.
- Prepare your nails by removing any existing nail polish with a nail polish remover.
- Buff your nails to remove the shine and create a bit of texture for the gel to stick to.
- Clean your nails by swiping them with nail polish remover again to remove any nail dust and natural oils.
- Apply a thin layer of Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat. Allow it to dry for about a minute.
- Apply a thin layer of your chosen nail polish.
- Wait for the nail polish to dry. The exact waiting time may vary, but it is typically around three minutes.
- (Optional) For a more durable manicure, apply another thin layer of Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat, followed by another thin layer of nail polish.
- Finish with a top coat. A fast-drying, high-shine top coat is recommended for the best results.
By following these steps, you can achieve a salon-quality manicure at home with long-lasting results.
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How to remove Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat
To remove Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat, you will need a 100/180 Grit Nail File, lint-free wipes, manicure removal clips, orangewood cuticle sticks, and an acetone-based nail polish remover. It is important to follow the correct process to ensure your nails remain strong and damage-free.
Firstly, use the 100-grit side of the nail file to gently buff away the shiny top coat. Be sure to get down the sides of your nails, and you can even file slightly beyond the top coat and into the colour coats if you have applied multiple layers. This will help the remover penetrate each layer more easily and reduce the overall soaking time.
Next, you can either soak both hands at the same time or do one hand at a time. To soak both hands, start by clipping a moistened lint-free wipe to the pinky, ring, and middle finger of each hand using the manicure removal clips. Then, move to the index fingers and finally, the thumbs. Press down to ensure an airtight seal and leave to soak for 10-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of your nail polish. Alternatively, you can simply apply a generous coat of express gel nail polish remover over the entire surface of your nails.
After soaking, the Gelous Gel Nail Polish should come off without causing any harm to your nails.
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Frequently asked questions
Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat is a base coat for nail polish. It bonds to the nail and has a tacky quality that helps hold your polish in place for days. To use it, first remove any existing nail polish, then buff your nails to remove the shine and create a bit of texture for the gel to stick to. Next, swipe away nail dust and natural oils with nail polish remover. Apply a thin layer of Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat, then wait one minute. After that, apply your nail polish and let it dry. Finally, apply another layer of the Gelous coat and finish with a top coat.
Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat dries fast, but it leaves a slightly tacky surface for nail polish to stick to. The tackiness helps hold your polish in place for days.
While some people have used Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat as both a base and a top coat, it is intended to be used as a base coat. It may not give the desired results as a top coat.
Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat is available for \$5-7 at Sally's or your local drugstore.
