3 Pro Tips for Perfect Overlay Structure with Builder Gel or Hard Gel

3 Pro Tips for Perfect Overlay Structure with Builder Gel or Hard Gel

Creating flawless overlays isn’t just about the product. It’s about precision, control, and understanding structure. Here are three expert-approved tips that will elevate your nail game, every time.

Control Your Product

A little goes a long way with JimmyGel. Keeping too much product on your brush can cause flooding around the cuticle and sidewalls, making your overlays bulky and uneven. Instead, work in thin, controlled layers for a smooth, professional finish.

Gravity Is Your Friend

Here’s a pro secret: turn the hand upside down before curing. This simple move helps gravity pull the gel into a natural apex shape, giving you thin, strong nails with the perfect balance of structure and flexibility.

File the Free Edge Last

Once your overlay is cured and shaped, file the end of the free edge as your final step. This refines the “credit card” thickness that keeps nails flexible yet strong, preventing chipping and lifting over time.

Why Chemistry Matters

Light Elegance JimmyGel and Hard Gel range is about more than just structure, it’s science.

Every formula is HEMA-free, hypoallergenic, and designed to allow you the freedom to tailor your service with the natural nail of each client.

That’s strength and safety you can trust, every time.

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