Beetles Builder Gel for Nails,0.51 oz 8 in 1 Strengthening Nails Enhancement Building Apex for Beginners & DIY Salon Manicure,Clear Builder Nail Gel,LED & UV Lamp Needed

I tried this with white nail tips and the entire process was a fraction of the time compared to my usual acrylic powder and monomer. My family appreciated it was odorless. I normally stink up the house lol. Here's what I did and it turned out great. 1) Push cuticles back. I didn't clip mine this time because I had an allergic reaction the last time I cut them, so left them. 2) Use a buffer to remove the shine on the nails and any dead skin. 3) Apply dehydrator to nails 4) Use buffer on the nail tip to add texture for better adhesion. 5) Glue on the nail extension. 6) Apply a layer of base coat. It will be sticky so make sure you don't touch anything that may stick to it. (Avoid skin!) 7) Put nail under UV lamp for 120 seconds 8) Add builder gel. I like to brush a layer on, then follow up with a pea sized ball at a time to build up thickness just past and just dab the brush to move it around. You will only be able to do one finger at a time because it's a bit runny. Place it under the UV light for 30 seconds to hold it and move to the next nail until all are ready for the official 120 second bake. Use nail file to fix any messy edges. (Avoid skin!) 9) Add top coat and put under UV light for 120 seconds. (Avoid skin!) 10) Use nail file to shape any messy edges. 11) Wash hands with soap and water and add cuticle oil. Make sure you avoid any of the gels leaking off the nail bed. This will help prevent skin irritation and premature lifting. So far the product seems pretty good. Hopefully it will last two weeks, but if it doesn't I still think it's worth buying just to save time and avoid the strong odor of monomor. Follow up: It's been a week since I used the builder gel and it has lasted without lifting surprisingly longer than the acrylic powders that I've been using, so I changed my review to 5 stars. Even though I was very careful I did have another reaction from the beetles product. I'm not sure what chemical agent is in their polishes and gels, but it always makes my skin itch and if I'm not careful I have broken out in blisters all around my cuticles and it runs up my fingers. The itching and pain when that happens is UNREAL and lasts for weeks! I recommend applying their products on one finger (I know that is tough when you are excited to do your nails) and wait a couple of days to see if you have any type of allergic reaction or skin sensitivity to any of their products before you go all in and do a full set of nails.

I’ve been using this builder gel for a bit now and I actually really like it. It functions the way it should and gives my nails a nice strong base without feeling heavy. It stays put and holds up pretty well during the week which is all I really need. It’s pretty easy to apply too. The gel levels itself just enough to help smooth everything out so even if you are not super experienced it still looks decent. I didn’t feel like I was fighting with it or rushing before it got gloopy. For the price I think it is good value for money. You get enough product to last a while and it performs just as well as some of the more expensive brands I have tried. The look is nice and clean. The finish leans more matte before you put a top coat on which I like because it is easier to see the shape. It also dries clear so it can work with pretty much any polish on top. The smell is not bad either. It definitely has a nail product scent but it is way lighter than some of the really strong builder gels out there so it did not bug me at all. Overall I think this is a solid option if you want something easy to use that gives good results without spending a ton. I would buy it again.

I’ve used it both as a strengthener and to build a bit of an apex on natural nails, and it holds up well with normal daily activities. It’s lighter than traditional acrylic and feels more flexible, which I like For the price, this is a great option for beginners and DIYers who want strong, durable nails without spending a ton. I don’t find it as thick-building as some salon brands, but for home use it works really well, and I’ve gotten nice wear out of it when applied correctly.

On the thinner side, little more runny than I’m used to. But over all cures very nicely, you get a lot of product. More than you think. Gel itself does NOT oxidize and turn yellow or have a weird tint. States clear before and after curing and is really durable and strong!

I purchased this builder gel along with a full beetles gel kit when I moved and couldn't find the box I had packed all of my home nail supplies. I have purchased several beetles gel kits in the past for different seasonal colors, so I should have expected the quality of this builder to be good, but I was still pleasantly surprised by the ease of application when I cracked this bottle. Builder gel is always thick and takes practice to get the hang of applying the correct amount for that clean, salon look, but this is the easiest one to apply/build that I've ever used, and lasts a couple weeks. Pictured, I used all beetles colors on top of this builder gel for my manicure that I did 2 weeks ago and it still looks great.

I use this as a way to thicken my nails to prevent breaking. I’ve never broke a nail with this gel polish on! In fact, my nails are SO STRONG that instead of breaking one, I hit my thumb nail so hard the entire nail ripped out of my finger instead! 😅 This isn’t a bad review. If you want indestructable nails that don’t chip, this polish is incredible. Just be advised that a traumatic blow to your nail won’t break it, it’ll rip the entire thing out of your finger. WAY STRONGER than brittle acrylic! I’ll continue using this gel, but with my fall-risk hobbies, I’ll have SHORT nails from now on. 😬

I was really happy with this the first time I tried it, but then a whole nail popped off within 24 hours. It was like I had put on cheap plastic fake nails. I tried adding a good bottom coat, but it didn't work.

Love this builder gel. I have the pink and now the clear. Easy to use and now I don't have to pay to get my nails done. Team it up with the beetles base and top coat. Takes me about 45 mins to do both hands with base coat, gel coat and top coat. Not perfect, but I'm getting better.

First experience with bottled builder gel, i’m impressed with how it performs, it’s fairly easy to work with (forming the apex takes a bit of practice but it’s not too hard) and it cures nicely. Previously I was doing Beetles gel polish with their top and base coat, and this would last me maybe 1.5-2 weeks without peeling or my nails breaking. Since adding in the builder gel, my manicures are lasting 4 weeks easily!! Only issue is the bottle does get quite messy and leak sometimes, I’ve found this is an unavoidable issue with Beetles packaging

I haven’t tried this product yet, but I can see that it has a very good quality and consistency. The packaging was neat and tidy the box came very well packaged this builder gel is good for a nail repairs structuring your nails and etc. but if you have a longer nails, I recommend a hard gel but that would have to be E-filed off. This is a soft gel and it can be soaked off. I give this a 10/10, just as it should.

This stuff is so good! I'm amazed. I have super long natural nails, it keeps them solid for weeks!

Excelente producto, me durart muchísimo las uñas sin doblarse, es resistente inclusive si te mojas mucho las manos. Aguanto hasta el clásico afloja-todo de ferretería jajaja