{"product_id":"atn-builder-gel-12-roise","title":"Builder Gel #12 Roise","description":"\u003cp\u003e..\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e1. Preparation (The Most Important Step)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSanitize:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean your hands and tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrep the Cuticle:\u003c\/b\u003e Gently push back your cuticles and remove any dead skin from the nail plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBuff:\u003c\/b\u003e Lightly buff the surface of the nail with a fine-grit buffer to remove the shine. This gives the gel something to \"grip.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDehydrate \u0026amp; Prime:\u003c\/b\u003e Wipe the nails with alcohol or a nail dehydrator, then apply a primer to ensure maximum adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e2. The Base Layer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eApply a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"8\"\u003ethin base coat\u003c\/b\u003e (unless your specific builder gel is a \"1-step\" product).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003eCure in a UV\/LED lamp for 30–60 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e3. Applying the Builder Gel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThis is where the \"building\" happens. You generally want to use a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003ethree-step application\u003c\/b\u003e for the gel itself:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Slip Layer:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a very thin layer of the builder gel over the entire nail. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003eDo not cure yet.\u003c\/b\u003e This \"wet\" layer helps the next bead of gel flow into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Bead:\u003c\/b\u003e Pick up a larger bead of gel on your brush. Place it near the cuticle (but not touching the skin) and gently guide it down the center and toward the sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSelf-Leveling:\u003c\/b\u003e Flip your hand upside down for 5–10 seconds. This allows gravity to pull the gel toward the center, creating a natural \"apex\" (the strongest part of the nail).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e4. Curing and Refining\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCure:\u003c\/b\u003e Place your hand in the LED lamp for 60–90 seconds (or 2 minutes for UV).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"12,0,1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/b\u003e If you feel a \"heat spike,\" take your hand out for a few seconds, then put it back in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWipe:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a lint-free wipe and 70% isopropyl alcohol to remove the sticky \"inhibition\" layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShape:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a nail file to refine the shape and smooth out any bumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e5. Final Touch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003eWipe away the dust from filing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003eApply a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"8\"\u003eGel Top Coat\u003c\/b\u003e for high shine and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003eCure one last time for 60 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ATN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48148674445547,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/4535\/7461\/files\/Rosie_12.jpg?v=1745624049","url":"https:\/\/atnnail.com\/products\/atn-builder-gel-12-roise","provider":"ATN Nail Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}