Gelish Foundation Base Gel (LED Soak-Off Base Coat) 15ml

Gelish Foundation Base Gel is an essential step in professional gel nail services, designed to support strong adhesion and long-lasting wear when used as part of a complete gel system.

Formulated for professional performance, this base gel adheres securely to the natural nail while maintaining flexibility, helping to reduce lifting, chipping and premature service breakdown.

Trusted by nail technicians worldwide, Gelish Foundation delivers consistent, reliable results across a wide range of gel services.

Looking for additional flexibility? Gelish Foundation Flex offers a rubber base alternative designed to move more with the natural nail.

💖 Key Features

Original Gelish base coat formula

Promotes strong adhesion to the natural nail

Flexible formula to support natural nail movement

Helps prevent lifting, chipping and service breakdown

Essential step in the Gelish system

Soak-off gel formula

Suitable for LED and UV curing

🛠️ How to Use

Complete nail prep, including cleansing and nail plate preparation.

Apply a very thin, even layer of Gelish Foundation Base Gel.

Cap the free edge.

Cure under LED or UV lamp as directed (typically 5 seconds in a compatible Gelish LED lamp).

Follow with gel colour application (2 thin coats, curing each layer).

Finish with Gelish Top It Off or Gelish No Cleanse Top Coat and cure.

⚠️ Important Notes

Apply thin layers to avoid wrinkling or improper curing

Ensure proper nail prep to maximise adhesion

Cure times may vary depending on lamp and product compatibility

💅 Professional Tips

This product includes built-in adhesion support, so additional primer is not always required

For problem nails or clients requiring extra retention, a bonding agent such as Gelish Pro Bond can be used (note: this may increase soak-off time)

Use as part of a complete gel system to ensure optimal performance and wear

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