Shimmer Gel Classic is a strong, lightly curing builder gel with a glitter effect, specially developed for nail extension and reinforcement. Thanks to the high strength, this gel makes it possible to significantly extend the nail plate without compromising durability.

The formula contains photo initiators that activate the polymerization process when exposed to UV light with a wavelength of 365–405 nm.

✨ TPO FREE

✨ Features

• Acid-free

• Shock-absorbing and does not crack on impact

• Medium-thick consistency

• Medium pigmentation – covers the free edge

• Suitable for the build-up without filing technique

• Suitable for extension with forms

• No burning sensation in the lamp

• Thickens when cold, thins when warm

• Thixotropic: becomes more fluid while working with the brush

• Can be lightly heated for a thinner texture

• Hard at ≥ 1 mm thickness

• At < 1 mm slight sagging may occur (without affecting wearability)

• Does not shrink and perfectly maintains the C-curve

• Mandatory to use with a Rubber Base as an underlayer

🔬 Technical specifications

• Polymerization wavelength: 365–405 nm

• Lamp power: 36–48W UV/LED

• Full curing: 120 seconds

• Allowed thickness:

  • 0.5 mm at the free edge

  • 1 mm at the apex

💅 Application

1️⃣ Reinforcement 

1. Push back the cuticles.

2. Lightly file the natural nail with a 220-grit file or 100-grit buffer without pressure.

3. Perform manicure.

4. Wash hands if remover has been used.

5. Degrease twice with Nail Prep (preferably with separate wipes per hand).

6. Primer optional (not needed with sufficiently acidic base).

7. Apply a thin layer of Rubber Base with a rubbing motion. Cure for 60 sec.

8. Remove sticky layer.

9. Apply Shimmer Gel (0.5–1 mm from the cuticle). Cure for 60 sec.

10. File if necessary for edge reinforcement.

11. Remove the sticky layer and finish with gel polish and topcoat.

12. Topcoat cure for 120 sec. Do not wipe after curing to prevent loss of shine.

⚠️ For very thin natural nails: shorten the natural nail by 1 mm on the inside to prevent lifting.

2️⃣ Classic Extension 

1. Shorten the nail to 1 mm and round the shape.

2. Lightly file with 220-grit or 100-grit buffer.

3. Perform manicure and degrease twice.

4. Apply primer.

5. Apply Rubber Base, cure 60 sec.

6. Remove sticky layer.

7. Place the template.

8. Apply gel on the form. Cure 30 sec.

9. File free edge into shape.

10. Remove dust and sticky layer.

11. Reapply Rubber Base on filed areas (cure 30 sec).

12. Apply Shimmer Gel, place in lamp and pinch after 10–15 sec (20 sec for glitter-rich gels).

13. Full curing 120 sec.

14. Remove the sticky layer and finish with gel polish and topcoat.

15. Topcoat cures in 120 sec. Do not wipe after curing.

📦 Additional information

• Shelf life: 24 months

• After opening: maximum 18 months

• Product photos on the website may slightly differ from the actual product