{"product_id":"builder-gel-pump","title":"Builder Gel | Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003eGLOSS \u003cstrong\u003eBuilder Gel\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional, medium-viscosity gel built for sculpted extensions, structural overlays and apex correction. The pump format gives you full control over thickness — pick up only what you need and shape with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gloss.company\/collections\/brushes?page=1#e4f3c4b9b14cf87a7560928feecf1c4b\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebuilder brush\u003c\/a\u003e for clean, even results. Available in a convenient 30 ml pump bottle for easier dispensing and salon use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 6 shades — Clear, Peach, Milky, Caramel, Nude Pink, Natural colors — our builder gel works for natural-look overlays, French extensions, and reinforced gel polish manicures. Cures evenly under any standard UV\/LED lamp without yellowing or heat-spike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrep with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nail-prep-dehydrator-primer-professional\"\u003eGLOSS dehydrator and primer\u003c\/a\u003e; apply a thin rubber base layer and cure for 60 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick up a small bead with your builder brush. Place at the apex zone and self-level over the nail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCure for 60–90 seconds depending on layer thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gloss.company\/products\/disposable-nail-files-professional-set?variant=46208937230508\"\u003eFile and shape\u003c\/a\u003e, then top with gel polish or top coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Builder gel for nail extensions and overlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCure: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gloss.company\/products\/uv-led-nail-lamp-46w-professional\"\u003eUV\/LED 36-48W\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCure time: 60–90 seconds per layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Pump 30 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable shades: 6 colors (clear, natural, nude pink, peach, milky, caramel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 32px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1); padding-top: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 4px; font-size: 0.8em; font-weight: 600; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.1em; opacity: 0.55;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 11px 0; font-size: 1em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eWhat is builder gel used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0 0 12px; margin: 0; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eGLOSS Builder Gel is used for sculpted nail extensions over nail forms, structural overlays that add thickness and strength to natural nails, apex correction, and reinforced gel polish manicures where the client needs extra durability. It is a medium-viscosity gel that holds its shape during application and cures to a strong, flexible finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 11px 0; font-size: 1em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003ePot or brush bottle — which builder gel format should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0 0 12px; margin: 0; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eThe Builder Gel Pot uses a separate brush for application, giving you more control over product placement — preferred by techs who sculpt extensions frequently. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/builder-gel-brush-bottle-nail-extensions\"\u003eBuilder Gel Brush Bottle\u003c\/a\u003e has an integrated brush for faster, one-handed application — popular for structured overlays and clients who want added strength on natural nails without full extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 11px 0; font-size: 1em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eHow many shades is builder gel available in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0 0 12px; margin: 0; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eGLOSS Builder Gel (pot format) is available in 26 shades including White, Nude Pink, Peach, Caramel, Coconut, and more. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/builder-gel-brush-bottle-nail-extensions\"\u003eBrush Bottle range\u003c\/a\u003e includes 16 tinted shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 11px 0; font-size: 1em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eDoes builder gel cause heat spike during curing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0 0 12px; margin: 0; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eGLOSS Builder Gel is formulated to minimize heat spike. To avoid discomfort, always apply in thin layers and cure each layer individually. If a client has thin or sensitive nails, use the pulse-cure technique: cure in 5-second intervals to allow heat to dissipate before continuing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 11px 0; font-size: 1em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eWhat is the cure time for builder gel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0 0 12px; margin: 0; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eGLOSS Builder Gel cures in 60–120 seconds under a 48W LED lamp, depending on layer thickness. Apply thin layers and cure each one individually for best results. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uv-led-nail-lamp-46w-professional\"\u003eGLOSS 46W UV\/LED Lamp\u003c\/a\u003e for guaranteed results across all GLOSS formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 11px 0; font-size: 1em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eCan I file and shape builder gel after curing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0 0 12px; margin: 0; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eYes. Once fully cured, GLOSS Builder Gel can be filed and shaped with a medium-grit nail file (100\/150 grit) before applying gel polish color. Always finish with a gel top coat for maximum shine and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; padding: 11px 0; font-size: 1em; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eIs builder gel the same as rubber base?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0 0 12px; margin: 0; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eNo. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-gel-professional\"\u003eRubber base\u003c\/a\u003e is a flexible base coat designed to go under gel polish on natural nails. Builder gel is a structurally stronger formula specifically for building length or adding significant thickness. Builder gel can be used as an overlay base for very damaged nails, but rubber base is the better choice for most regular gel polish services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"GLOSS COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"Natural \/ 30 ml\/ 1 fl oz","offer_id":46382887501996,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nude Pink \/ 30 ml\/ 1 fl oz","offer_id":46382887534764,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Caramel \/ 30 ml\/ 1 fl oz","offer_id":46382887567532,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Milky \/ 30 ml\/ 1 fl oz","offer_id":46382887600300,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Peach \/ 30 ml\/ 1 fl oz","offer_id":46382887633068,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear \/ 30 ml\/ 1 fl oz","offer_id":46382887665836,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/4421\/0348\/files\/nudepink2.jpg?v=1781555283","url":"https:\/\/gloss.company\/products\/builder-gel-pump","provider":"GLOSS COMPANY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}