Three-phase builder gels, how they work

How many times have you been undecided on which builder gel to use? There are many and it is not always easy to guess the best one for our needs. This is why it is important to know the difference between one-phase, two-phase and three-phase gels. Have a look at the dedicated article! What differentiates, apart from their density, is the way you can use them. In this article we take a closer look at three-phase builder gels, discovering their functions and characteristics.

Sculpting nails involves three essential tasks: creating the base, building the structure and sealing the manicure. The three-phase gel performs the central function, that of lengthening the nail, by first applying a base and a sealer at the end. The two bases you can apply are Extrema Base or Alpha, obviously after preparing the nail with Nail Prep and Binder. As for the top coats, you are spoilt for choice. In this way you can do several trials until you find the perfect combination for your nails, which is indispensable in case of special requirements or problems with the lamina. Our offer of triphasic builders is extensive and in the tables below you will find their names and properties. They are made with an acid-free formula and possess a powerful blue filter that prevents them from yellowing over time. With the exception of our self-levelling Extra Pink Builder Gel, our triphasics are all thixotropic, i.e. they only self-level when gently stressed by the brush bristles. Let's recap the steps to use a three-phase correctly:
- First: Russian Manicure! Then prep the nail with Nail Prep and Binder
- Place the Nail Form, then apply Extrema Base or Alpha and cure
- Apply the first coat of Triphasic, cure and remove the nail form
- Make the slip layer, build the apex and cure
- Remove the sticky layer, file and opacify
- Apply a colour or a top coat and cure

All of our three-phase builders are perfect for lengthening, and are distinguished by their density and colouration.

• Medium density triphasics: Extra Pink and Refill Soft Natural

Extra Pink is a pinkish coloured product and is self-levelling. It has good coverage and gives a sophisticated pink look. It cures in 180 seconds under UV lamp and 60 seconds under UV/LED lamp (it is not a cover gel).

Another low-density three-phase builder that is not strictly used for nail extension is Refill Soft Natural, designed for fillers and minor touch-ups. It is highly pigmented, it does not release much heat in the lamp like our Master Collection and its creamy, elastic texture makes it suitable for fragile nails. As it is thixotropic, it evens out when stressed by the brush and does not drip. It lends itself to minor elongations and is excellent for evening out nail beds with dyschromia. It cures in 120 seconds in a UV lamp and 60 seconds in a UV/LED lamp.

- Medium-high density three-phase: Frozen Pink

It is perfect for nail sculpting, lengthening and refills. It has excellent elasticity and does not release heat in the lamp. Frozen Pink is designed to replace transparent builders, not covers. It takes 240 seconds to cure under UV lamp and 120 seconds under UV/LED lamp.

- High density three-phase gels: Milky Builder, Creamy Builder, Pinky Builder, Natural Builder, Blush, Pink
Perfect for extreme nail lengthening and structured sculpting, they release slight heat while curing. They do not have high elasticity as their function is to ensure a solid, rigid and long-lasting structure. They do not drip and, as they are thixotropic, they are easily modelled with a brush. They cure within 180 seconds in a UV lamp and 60 in a UV/LED lamp. Pink and Blush are considered covers, due to their high opacity that conceals any imperfections on the nail. They are perfect for the sculpted French manicure and cure in 120 seconds in a UV lamp and 60 in a UV/LED lamp.

Now you know our offer of triphasics. With the table at hand, you will find the right builder. It doesn't matter if you don't pick the right one on the first try, give yourself the chance to experiment and discover what your nails need.