IBD Building Gel, Hard Gel Nail Extension, Sheer Pink, 0.5 oz

I’ve gotten a few different builder gels and this one if my favorite! If you’re used to getting builder gel at the salon, this one is a medium consistency. Not as thick as the stuff at the salon but not as liquid as some others in a bottle that I’ve tried. This one makes it more user friendly in my opinion and less room for error. Prep is definitely key to make these last also less is more! I’m going on 4 (almost 5 weeks) from my last nail appointment and currently on maternity leave. Decided to try and fill my nails myself and if these last, I don’t know if I’ll ever go back to the nail salon! This photo is the product filled over my salon builder gel (before polish). This light pink is beautiful! A little more shear than the builder gel I got at the salon but that doesn’t matter since I’ll be polishing over it. This is 3 coats and buffed. I like that you don’t need a nail drill to smooth these out. I just used a nail file. I’ll update in a few weeks to see how they hold up. Overall super pleased!

I'm new to doing my own nails. Using this builder to strengthen my nails. I found a good tutorial you tube video. Was fairly easy to apply and lasted 2weeks before new growth was showing. I'm not a fan of the color since it starts to look dingy, almost cloudy grey. I didn't put a gel color on top but I will next time. Cured easily with led and removal was easy using nail dremel. Over all I'm pleased with it's durability and easy to use brush/bottle. I plan on seeing how long I can grow my own nails using this builder gel.

This was the first time using it on my own and someone else. Its thick, easy to use, and the color is beautiful especially if you want to use it as natural color. I applied a thin layer and a second thicker layer that did it for me. It also lasts incase you are wondering but I do suggest curing it right and having the right top coat.•I also used a nail filer and not a drill to remove previous gel and to remove this builder gel to fix a nail I didnt like. 180 grit worked fine to remove it.

I love IBD gels and this one has great quality for the price. It builds well and cures evenly. However, the Soft White shade is a bit tricky to work with. It’s not as creamy or opaque as I expected, so it can take a few layers to get the right look, and it’s a little harder to control compared to other colors. Still, once you get the hang of it, the result is beautiful — perfect for baby boomer or French styles. Just be prepared to spend a bit more time on application.

I waited for a week after I did a full set on my own nails to see how this builder gel in the bottle holds up. As you can see all my nails still look good with no lift, crack, peel nothing! And I’m a nail tech who has to get into water, chemicals, e-file all day. I used to wear poly gel cuz it lasts forever and acetone can’t even do anything to it but the problem is it takes time to do it myself so I’ve been trying to fine the alternative product that holds up just like poly gel but easier to apply and I found this!!! If you want the most durable nails enhancement with super easy application look no further this is it!! But for inexperienced users may find it complicated when it comes to removal cuz this is not a soak off gel. The bottle looks like gel polish but it’s not. You have to drill it off ONLY so if you’re buying this make sure you know what you’re doing. Don’t be alarmed with the viscosity it’s supposed to be thick cuz it’s meant to give your nails structure. “Not Gel Polish” If you tried IBD builder gel in the jar before this is your new best friend. It’s the same thing but in different container and I find it easier to use cuz it comes with applicator brush. The only cons I have here is it’s pricier compares to the jar version. Lastly, this color is soooooo pretty and perfect for french. I can wear this color all year long!

I love ibd products. I bought the shear pink color to use on my clients, in hope as a natural base and save a step for French tips… the color is everything… BUT, it has so many bubbles in the product. I have tried so many ways on removing the bubbles or mixing up the product more but so many bubbles. Makes filing and buffing hard because the air bubbles leave a hole in the applied product that’s difficult to repair. I buff with ease

I LOVEEE, easy to work with, with salon results!