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BUILDER GEL FAQ'S
1. **What is builder gel polish?**
- A thicker type of gel used to strengthen nails and create nail extensions.
2. **How long does builder gel last?**
- Up to 3-4 weeks, depending on nail growth and care.
3. **Is builder gel damaging to nails?**
- No, if applied and removed correctly.
4. **Can builder gel be used on short nails?**
- Yes, it's suitable for all lengths to add strength.
5. **How do you remove builder gel polish?**
- Soak-off with acetone or file down gently.
6. **Can builder gel be used for nail extensions?**
- Yes, it's ideal for sculpting longer nails.
7. **Does builder gel need UV light to cure?**
- Yes, it requires UV or LED light to harden.
8. **What’s the difference between builder gel and regular gel polish?**
- Builder gel is thicker and used for building nail structure, while regular gel is for color.
9. **Can I paint over builder gel?**
- Yes, once cured, it can be painted like a regular nail.
10. **How to prevent lifting with builder gel?**
- Proper nail prep and application are crucial.
11. **Can builder gel be filled?**
- Yes, like acrylics, it can be maintained with fills.
12. **How thick should builder gel be applied?**
- Thick enough to add strength but not bulky.
13. **Is builder gel suitable for nail biters?**
- Yes, it can provide a protective overlay.
14. **How to fix a broken nail with builder gel?**
- Use it as an overlay on the broken area for repair.
15. **Why is my builder gel not curing properly?**
- Could be due to thick application or insufficient curing time.
16. **Can you use builder gel with dip powder?**
- Yes, but it requires proper technique.
17. **How to achieve smooth finish with builder gel?**
- Apply evenly and cure under UV/LED light, then file as needed.
18. **What causes bubbles in builder gel?**
- Trapped air due to quick or improper application.
19. **Can builder gel be used over natural nails?**
- Yes, it's great for adding strength to natural nails.
20. **How to make builder gel last longer?**
- Proper prep, application, and regular maintenance.
21. **Can builder gel cause allergic reactions?**
- Rare, but possible with overexposure or sensitivity.
22. **Is it normal for builder gel to feel hot during curing?**
- A mild heat spike is normal, but it shouldn't be painful.
23. **How to remove stains from builder gel nails?**
- Gentle buffing and overlaying with fresh gel can help.
24. **Can builder gel be used for 3D nail art?**
- Yes, its thickness is ideal for sculptural designs.
25. **Why is my builder gel peeling off?**
- Could be due to poor nail prep or application.
26. **How to avoid lifting with builder gel nails?**
- Ensure proper nail prep and avoid contact with cuticles.
27. **Can I use builder gel with a gel top coat?**
- Yes, for added shine and protection.
28. **How to apply builder gel for nail extensions?**
- Use forms or tips, apply gel, shape, and cure.
29. **Can builder gel be matte?**
- Yes, with a matte top coat.
30. **Why does my builder gel look cloudy?**
- Possible causes include uncured gel or moisture trapped underneath.
- A thicker type of gel used to strengthen nails and create nail extensions.
2. **How long does builder gel last?**
- Up to 3-4 weeks, depending on nail growth and care.
3. **Is builder gel damaging to nails?**
- No, if applied and removed correctly.
4. **Can builder gel be used on short nails?**
- Yes, it's suitable for all lengths to add strength.
5. **How do you remove builder gel polish?**
- Soak-off with acetone or file down gently.
6. **Can builder gel be used for nail extensions?**
- Yes, it's ideal for sculpting longer nails.
7. **Does builder gel need UV light to cure?**
- Yes, it requires UV or LED light to harden.
8. **What’s the difference between builder gel and regular gel polish?**
- Builder gel is thicker and used for building nail structure, while regular gel is for color.
9. **Can I paint over builder gel?**
- Yes, once cured, it can be painted like a regular nail.
10. **How to prevent lifting with builder gel?**
- Proper nail prep and application are crucial.
11. **Can builder gel be filled?**
- Yes, like acrylics, it can be maintained with fills.
12. **How thick should builder gel be applied?**
- Thick enough to add strength but not bulky.
13. **Is builder gel suitable for nail biters?**
- Yes, it can provide a protective overlay.
14. **How to fix a broken nail with builder gel?**
- Use it as an overlay on the broken area for repair.
15. **Why is my builder gel not curing properly?**
- Could be due to thick application or insufficient curing time.
16. **Can you use builder gel with dip powder?**
- Yes, but it requires proper technique.
17. **How to achieve smooth finish with builder gel?**
- Apply evenly and cure under UV/LED light, then file as needed.
18. **What causes bubbles in builder gel?**
- Trapped air due to quick or improper application.
19. **Can builder gel be used over natural nails?**
- Yes, it's great for adding strength to natural nails.
20. **How to make builder gel last longer?**
- Proper prep, application, and regular maintenance.
21. **Can builder gel cause allergic reactions?**
- Rare, but possible with overexposure or sensitivity.
22. **Is it normal for builder gel to feel hot during curing?**
- A mild heat spike is normal, but it shouldn't be painful.
23. **How to remove stains from builder gel nails?**
- Gentle buffing and overlaying with fresh gel can help.
24. **Can builder gel be used for 3D nail art?**
- Yes, its thickness is ideal for sculptural designs.
25. **Why is my builder gel peeling off?**
- Could be due to poor nail prep or application.
26. **How to avoid lifting with builder gel nails?**
- Ensure proper nail prep and avoid contact with cuticles.
27. **Can I use builder gel with a gel top coat?**
- Yes, for added shine and protection.
28. **How to apply builder gel for nail extensions?**
- Use forms or tips, apply gel, shape, and cure.
29. **Can builder gel be matte?**
- Yes, with a matte top coat.
30. **Why does my builder gel look cloudy?**
- Possible causes include uncured gel or moisture trapped underneath.