Can You use this Gel Lacquer alone or must you use a primer and top coat
2008458
not only must you have the base coat and the top coat but you also must have the uv light to dry it. I tried to dry without the light, will never dry. basic steps: use alcohol/soap to clean oils off of nails, apply base coat, apply color, uv light for 1.5 minutes, apply top coat, uv light for 1.5 minutes, then use alcohol to swab the nails or else it will look matte colored and be a bit gooey, done.
2008459
No, you cannot use this alone. It requires primer and top-coat to stay on, or it will just peel right off. The pH bonder can be skipped if you want to, but it does wear longer if this is used (OPI brand is BondAid). More importantly, these products all require the use of either a UV or LED lamp to cure, followed by cleasing with rubbing alcohol. If you're thinking of trying this, I strongly recommend either getting a shellac/"no chip" manicure in a salon or watching a few you tube videos on the process first. It definitely takes some practice and good application technique.
2008460
I believe you need the base coat and top coat .A gel nail drying light is also necessary. After all the gels have been set under the light, the nails have to be wiped with an alcohol based cleaner to remove the stickiness.
2008461
Hi should use primer and top coat .it's well worth the few extra minutes .i have my own led lightand sometimes still go to salon love the manicure pampering ,the polish/gel lasts so long hope I helped
2008462
It's salon- quality gel polish. You have to use a gel base and top coat and a uv light
2008463
To my knowledge you have to use a base and top coat as they are part of a "system" for curing the gel polish. I use Gelish base and top coats with many different brands of gel polish colors and it works great.
2008464
I agree, you have to use both primer & top coat for it to last. Bonder also definitely keeps it in longer too.
2008465
You need a base coat, primer and top coat and light. It's all part of the system.
325574
You do not need to apply any top coat, the Gel Stain leaves a very nice finish.
2125811
If you mean does it require other layers, then no, it can be used alone. It is better if you use a gel nail primer first. But the IBD nail gel is good on its own. You just use rubbing alcohol after to remove stickiness. And of course you need a UV light to cure it. IBD is great stuff especially for people who have weak or thin nails. Nail tips can be a big help in getting a good shape started.
1661042
Yes that is what I use, I believe when I got it I read reviews and there are like 3 colors it doesn't cure but I mix and match all of my gel polishes and I use CND base and top coat and I have never had any issues.
1594570
The primer is totally transparent in the skin, so you won't have a problem. It will blend in your skin.
60843
Yes, I have used it over Duplicolor Perfect Match Acrylic Lacquer without any problems. I let the base coat dry for a few days first.
60844
Acrylic and lacquer are totally different items so find out which it is first. If it is a true lacquer I would be hesitant to use it.find out about your current finish and contact the manufacturer.
1009918
I use gelish PH bond, foundation, color, then top coat. I've tried the gel color you can get at CVS and it does not stay on as long. Definitely buy gelish brand or higher quality than what CVS carries.
2203871
Do you have to clean the inside with a certain cleaning agent prior to 1st use to remove the lacquer inside?
262913
I successfully added a pearlescent product to it. I don't know why you couldn't add a tint that is recommended for lacquer. It would be a good idea to mix a very small amount and test it first.
652197
Yes. I traditionally use gels and I have thin brittle nails. Make sure you cure them (UV) for at least 2 min, maybe 3 for dark colors. I always use a gel top coat, IBD clear builder gel is a great top coat that makes my manicures last for 3 weeks. If you have tips and have already had acrylic applied over the nail & tips as is common with salons, then gel color can be out right on the acrylic. If you only glued on the nail tips then you need to use a builder gel or structure gel before you put the color gel on.
1001452
I would say no, this cannot be used as a top coat as well. They do seem very different. the top coat uses uv to cure and lock down the color coat. the base is used to attach the color coat to your nail. I would not recommend not getting all three types if you want to do gel nails.
1261381
You should apply this before the Gelish colored gels. You need a good primer, if you don't have a primer maybe doubling the application of the pH Bond will work. You apply a couple layers of this building gel, curing between each layer. Wipe off the tacky inhibition layer with either the Gelish cleasner or regular alcohol works just as well. Then apply the Foundation, two layers or your color, and seal it with Top It Off top coat. And be sure to cap all your edges. I'm not sure why it won't worl on colored tips unless you're applying the Gelish Soak Off gel as a colored tip. This gel should go underneath everything. Best of luck! You should apply this before the Gelish colored gels. You need a good primer, if you don't have a primer maybe doubling the application of the pH Bond will work. You apply a couple layers of this building gel, curing between each layer. Wipe off the tacky inhibition layer with either the Gelish cleasner or regular alcohol works just as well. Then apply the Foundation, two layers or your color, and seal it with Top It Off top coat. And be sure to cap all your edges. I'm not sure why it won't worl on colored tips unless you're applying the Gelish Soak Off gel as a colored tip. This gel should... » Read More You should apply this before the Gelish colored gels. You need a good primer, if you don't have a primer maybe doubling the application of the pH Bond will work. You apply a couple layers of this building gel, curing between each layer. Wipe off the tacky inhibition layer with either the Gelish cleasner or regular alcohol works just as well. Then apply the Foundation, two layers or your color, and seal it with Top It Off top coat. And be sure to cap all your edges. I'm not sure why it won't worl on colored tips unless you're applying the Gelish Soak Off gel as a colored tip. This gel should go underneath everything. Best of luck! « Show Less
1261383
If I'm reading this correctly, you're applying the hard gel on top of color gel, which you're not suppose to do. This is meant to be used as a base or a builder gel.. Not like a top coat. If you were applying it on foundation gel or base coat then that would be fine. The color runs because it isn't cured long enough but it's suppose to be capped off with top coat.
2057959
Im not a pro, don't think you are supposed to use it over gel polish. I did the same thing and it cracked on me as well. You need to use ibd just gel polish top coat to avoid this.
1714120
I did not use any primer I just add the red loctite and that was it due allow for it to cure properly make sure the material is free of oils or grease
1273043
It really depends on what you intend to use it for. If it's for repainting a regular room ceiling in your house, which is already white, then you probably don't need to use a primer underneath it. However, if it's for a bathroom, and that bathroom is used by, say, two teenagers, each of whom take long hot showers (as in our case); and in which, despite religiously running a venting fan, the paint had been peeling off the ceiling, then yes - it's strongly recommended as a topcoat over a good primer such as Zinzer's own Bull's-Eye 123.