all you need to know about Monophasic builder gels
How many times have you been undecided on which
builder gel to use? There are so many and it is not always easy to guess the best one for our needs. It is important to know the difference between
monophasic,
biphasic and
triphasic gels, discussed in the
dedicated article. What differentiates them, apart from the density, is how you can use them. In this article we delve into the
single-phase builder gels, discovering their functions and characteristics.
Nail sculpting involves three essential functionalities:
creating the base,
building the structure and
sealing the manicure. The monophasic gel performs all these functions in one product, speeding up the nail technician's work. It is practical to work with and is good for nails that have no special needs or imperfections. Their all-in-one formula does not exclude proper nail preparation, which involves the application of
Nail Prep and
Binder to facilitate adhesion. Next, the Nail Form is applied and the slip layer is created over the entire nail surface, without touching the cuticles. You then build the apex and your structure is almost done! After each application has cured, you can remove the sticky layer and file. In the tables below, you can see our range of
monophasics, together with their distinctive properties. They are all made with an acid-free formula and have a powerful blue filter that prevents them from yellowing over time. Those in our Master range do not release heat in the lamp, so they are perfect for the most sensitive hands and summer.
What differentiates them, apart from the colouring, is the
density. Those with
medium-low density have a more liquid consistency, are suitable for short lengthening and need to be worked quickly. Those with
medium-high density are stiffer to work with and better for longer extensions, suitable for large areas to be covered with more margin for error.
Palladium is ideal for creating small extensions. In addition, its transparent colouring makes it perfect for applying any shade afterwards, be it a gel color or gel polish. It cures in a UV lamp in 120 seconds, while under a UV/LED lamp it cures in 60 seconds. Both release little heat during curing, Palladium is firm.
Olympia 2 is one of our best-sellers. Being clear it lends itself well to many types of extension and is perfect for
sculpted French manicures. It cures in 120 seconds in a UV lamp and 60 seconds in a UV/LED lamp. The Master line is less suitable for extreme lengthening. These builders are pigmented and opaque, differing in colour. They are ideal for pinching, hold the given shape and do not drip. They cure in 120 seconds in the UV lamp and in 60 seconds in the UV/LED lamp.
- Infinity: Medium-high density monophasic
Infinity is transparent and dense yet malleable. It lends itself to extreme nail lengthening, cures in 180 seconds under UV lamp and 60 seconds under UV/Led lamp.
Maximum is transparent and particularly rigid. It is suitable for extreme enhancements and cures in 180 seconds under a UV lamp and 60 seconds under a UV/Led lamp. Master are less elastic but opaquer, with the exception of
Master Hard Clear which is transparent.
Master Hard Rose is refined, has an antique pink colour with a natural effect that suits all skin types and does not lose brightness or fade over time. Our Masters cure in 120 seconds in a UV lamp and 60 seconds in a UV/Led lamp.
Now you know our range of
single-phase builder gels, and with the table at hand, we are sure you will find the right builder. It doesn't matter if you don't guess the right one on the first try! Give yourself the chance to experiment and discover the needs of your nails and those of your customers.
