IBD Builder Gel, Cover Pink - Hard Gels Nail Extension for Strength & Length, Soak Off LED/UV for Natural Overlay & Tip Application, 0.5 oz, 1 Pack

I am a licensed nail tech. This brand is always reliable. This set is done with the sheer pink on my natural nails. It's a semi hard builder which I can soak off easily, but gives strength like hard gel. I use on myself and clients with natural nails and extensions. There is no lifting and no damage even after my nails were 1 month overgrown without a refill. Second set was on my client's natural nails which she grew from nubs to get to that length with this ibd gel. Proper nail prep is key. The negative reviews are from people inexperienced with gels. PLEASE EDUCATE YOURSELVES BEFORE USING GELS AND GIVING YOURSELF DAMAGE AND ALLERGIES!!! This self levels pretty quick so you also have to be quick. Do one at a time and flash cure a few seconds to hold it in place. Apex building is easy. I love the translucent jelly pink color. You can see the sheerness in the square nail photo. It gives a flush of color to the nailbed. It's like your nails, but better kind of color. A no makeup "makeup" for your nails! Also, if it isn't curing properly then it means A.) Your lamp isn't atleast 48 watts. B.) Your coat is too thick especially if it's a more opaque color such as the white one. OR C.) You received a defective product. All of which can be true. I fully stand by this gel though. I've used ibd brand as a diy-er when I was a young aspiring tech and now as a licensed nail tech. *Last photo are of my natural nails with just the builder on. Even shiny without topcoat. Builds nice Apex for strength and durability. If you do it right there is no need for much filing on top! I did none at all. The sheer pink is gorgeous.

Love this product! I’ve been doing my own nails at home for several years and I love trying new techniques and methods when I can. After initially using this on my natural nail length I decided to do a fill using nail forms to add length. It took me a while but it was so easy to do and I’ve never used forms before. My nails are strong and long! Love the natural pink color.

Salon-Quality Results at Home! 💅🏼 The IBD Building Gel is a total game-changer for anyone who loves doing their own nails or wants to achieve strong, professional-quality nail extensions without going to the salon. I’ve been using it for a few weeks now, and I’m honestly impressed by how easy it is to work with and how beautiful the results are! The consistency is smooth, self-leveling, and easy to control, making it perfect for beginners and pros alike. It doesn’t run or flood the cuticle, and it cures perfectly under a UV or LED lamp. The Cover Pink shade is gorgeous — natural-looking, soft, and flattering for all skin tones. It’s ideal for creating a clean nude base, baby boomers, or French-style manicures.

I purchased the IBD Builder Gel in Sheer Pink because I wanted to try something lighter than acrylic for doing my nails at home. I enjoy taking care of my nails and have been practicing extensions and overlays so I don’t always have to go to a salon. When the product arrived, I did run into one issue right away: the lid was damaged, and I honestly thought I wasn’t going to be able to open it. I tried several times by hand and it wouldn’t budge. I eventually had to use mechanic pliers just to twist it open. Definitely not the best first impression. However, once I finally opened it, the product itself worked really well. The texture is easy to work with and it self-levels nicely, which is very helpful if you’re not a professional. I also appreciate that there’s no strong acrylic smell, and it feels much lighter on the nails. The sheer pink shade is very pretty and natural. With one layer it gives a subtle healthy nail look, and you can build it up for a slightly stronger pink tone. It also cures quickly under an LED lamp, and the finished nails feel strong but not bulky. After using it several times, I can say that my nails look natural and hold up well. Despite the initial issue with the lid, the gel itself performs very nicely. Overall, if you’re looking for a builder gel that’s easy to work with, lightweight, and natural-looking, this is a good option. I just hope the lid issue was a one-time packaging problem.

this is so easy to use. cures very well. it is sticky after curing, but wiping it with alcohol does the trick. very thick and stays in place.

This is an update of my experience with this product. My initial review is below. I was hoping that this product would last 3 weeks and I am happy to report that it did! The gel didn’t lift, crack, or split. My nails stayed strong and grew out substantially. I am 100% satisfied with the gel. I do agree with others that the brush needs to be improved, it is too large and wide. I did my second manicure and I am very happy with the result. See photos below of my 3 week outgrowth and new manicure. ——Initial Review—— I purchased the IBD Building Gel in Cover Pink, and the IBD UV Bonder. I wanted to use these products for a “my nails but better” overlay on my natural nails. I am hoping this product will last 3 weeks (crossing fingers!) I spent a good amount of time on prep making sure my cuticles were pushed back and my nails were free of cuticle and filed into shape. After wiping nails with alcohol I brushed on a thin coat of the UV Bonder and then cured under UV light. After that I did a thin coat of the Builder Gel followed by dabbing on a thicker layer trying to build an apex (like I saw on a YouTube video!) I did ok I think for a first time but I hope I get better over time. I love the results! The Cover Pink is semi-sheer milky pink and still shows my free nail which is what I wanted. My nails are strong, smooth and shiny and I got the look I was going for. Time will tell how long it lasts but for now I’m very happy! Edit: 1 Week Update- Going strong, No lifting, no chips, no cracks. Still shiny! Week 2: Still no lifting no chips no cracks. Slightly less shiny. My nails are definitely growing out. Just 1 week to go to meet my 3 week goal!

Love this Builder in a Bottle! The consistency and viscosity is perfect! Goes on thick and stays thick where you want it thick like the arch and smooths beautifully and evenly to the nail walls. Self levels beautifully, especially when finger is held upside down to pull it into a perfect arch on top. Can touch up shape with brush and it self levels at a speed that is easy to work with and not too rushed or too slow. Viscosity is slow enough that you aren’t rushing to avoid cuticle flooding but I still do a flash cure under the light before moving on to the next finger with each finger to set the perfect level and arch, then cure the whole hand for the full time at the end. I apply a nail dehydrator, then a primer and skip base coat under the BIAB. I apply gel colour directly on top without wiping the inhabiting layer off so that acts as the tacky base top top so no base required above or below this product. I have both Clear and Cover Pink. I prefer the Cover Pink for it’s consistency and how it is a beautiful neutral all on its own but also a nice base colour for gel colour on top (it hides any nailed imperfections/drill marks etc). Super happy with this product!

Provato , un po’ colloso e difficile da lavorare, bisogna stenderlo come uno smalto , far asciugare e fare più passate.

good and relatively easy to use

Molto valido,solo lo pensavo piu traslucido invece e un bel bianco latte corposo

C'est normal qu'il soit liquide comme ça ? Les avis disent qu'il est epais mais je le trouve liquide comme un semi permanent