Is product effective when used on top of gel polish?
277400
It is supposed to be applied directly to the clean nail base so it can be properly absorbed. I doubt that it would be effective applied over an existing nail product. It is fabulous at restoring damaged nails!
277401
DermaNail has solved problems I had for sixty years. It is the ONLY thing that has ever strengthened my thin nails, and after I used it long enough to see my nails fully recovered I backed off to a single application every two or three days. It still works. I have used it over clear nail polish with no damage to the polish, but as others have said, DermaNail action is at the base of the nail, around the cuticle and polish doesn't interfere with that action. The negative reviews are so puzzling to me. This product is as close to a miracle for problem nails as penicillin was for strep throat! Mina in Arkansas DermaNail has solved problems I had for sixty years. It is the ONLY thing that has ever strengthened my thin nails, and after I used it long enough to see my nails fully recovered I backed off to a single application every two or three days. It still works. I have used it over clear nail polish with no damage to the polish, but as others have said, DermaNail action is at the base of the nail, around the cuticle and polish doesn't interfere with that action. The negative reviews are so puzzling to me. This product is as close to a miracle for problem nails as penicillin was for strep throat!... » Read More DermaNail has solved problems I had for sixty years. It is the ONLY thing that has ever strengthened my thin nails, and after I used it long enough to see my nails fully recovered I backed off to a single application every two or three days. It still works. I have used it over clear nail polish with no damage to the polish, but as others have said, DermaNail action is at the base of the nail, around the cuticle and polish doesn't interfere with that action. The negative reviews are so puzzling to me. This product is as close to a miracle for problem nails as penicillin was for strep throat! Mina in Arkansas « Show Less
277402
It works with regular polish, so my opinion is that it will work with gel polish. Just make sure to apply it in the gap between the polish and the proximal nail fold of the eponychium at the base of the nail. I don't apply it on top my nail polish. If you will consistently apply it twice a day as directed, I think you will be very pleased in a few months. Be patient, because it is worth it.
277403
It is applied at the nail cuticle. It works but requires application twice a day. It takes a while to notice the difference. It is the only product that I use.
1485398
I agree with what the other people have written. I just want to add that gel polish makers are starting to put kits out for sale to remove the gel. It's the same stuff, just more convenient. Putting the cotton pads and foil on is the best method IMHO. I didn't have as much success with the acetone in a bowl
177196
Yes, I have used Gelish and OPI gel with the base and top coat from this kit.
2057958
This product is NOT for use over gel polish. It is for use over acrylic and gel. Which is different than gel polish! You must use a gel polish top coat for gel polish!
1101154
yes, I use it to do both gell, shellac and regular polish. i usually use the gell base coat then I use the regular polish then the top coat gell. Clean with alcohol and your done.
2057630
Yes, Sully. I haven't found a gel polish that it doesn't work with. And I have had mine for quite some time and all of the lights are still working. Good luck!
1597197
I've never used gel polish, so I can't tell you if this remover will work on it. Sorry!
1651179
I've personally never tried gel polish before, but from what I read online, you must use a thinner specifically for gel polish in order to thin them.
562344
I use it as clear polish with glitters. Sometimes before color to make the nails harder. Its more liquidy than structure gel. If the colors are cured, it shouldn't smear the color. After foundation or after color works fine.
1718704
I tried once, but it didn't work as well as gel polish. I didn't wait and let it really dry though, I just did the 2 minutes under the lamp like you do for the gel polish. These base and top coats work really well with the sephora gel polishes.
1275201
No. From what ive seen it will not remove gell nails. Lets say you paint over a gel nail or shellac in a different color and decide you want to go back to the gel color underneat, it will remove the nail polish color but the gel will stay intact. Hope this helped!
1314480
It is my understanding that it will cure any gel polish. My manicurist used CND polish with this light and, I've used it successfully with polish I bought at Wal-Mart.
1133209
i would recommend you too use a gel top coat for this product. that way, it wont move or mess up your design.
1075499
I haven't ever tried that before but I don't think so. There is not a fan or really much heat either. It is just the UV light. So I think it will only work with the gel polish. Good luck!
345841
I always use a base foundation, then structure, then nail color and top coat. To remove the most easy. Buy Gelish gel-nail remover. I buy the foil wraps rolls and use that method. Then I put hand in zip lock bag and wrap dish towel around hand and put in heating pad. Gel polish will pop off.
1817551
It will work on any nail polish. Gel polish will not dry at all if not used in one of these but any nail polish will work.
1773742
I havent used gelish polish but there are at least 3 other gels I have used and it has worked just fine.. I also use it for regular polishes.. I have been happy with this product..