IBDLED/UV French Xtreme Hard Gel - Blush -Size 2 oz

I’ve been doing my own nails for several years. This extreme gel lasts longer with less lifting than the Regular Hard Gel by IBD

I love using hard gel to extend my nails. Takes a bit of time to learn and perfect, but everything good is like that. Holds its shape long enough for you to shape and stick your hand in the UV light without them getting ruined. Good price for a good product!

Easy for novice.

Received it today (three days early, I might add).Haven't used it yet, but I'm relatively impressed. The container is bigger than j expected which is always a good surprise.Only thing, I ordered the blush color and got Rose Clair, but since it's still a shade of pink, I still gave it five stars.I think the value is good because the container is bigger than I was expecting, and the fact.Downside and a warning! It's super messy to open, so be aware. I'd advise wearing some form of latex gloves. Like ones that come in boxes so it doesn't get all over your hands. If you don't have that, make sure you have rubbing alcohol and a rag handy so you can put some on the rag to clean your hands and fingers.All in all, I'm glad I bought this.Now to test it out in a few days when k get my nails drill. Further update will take place then.Update: the greatest thing ever invented.I've been using it without the bond and I haven't had much problems, but I do think the bond would help as the gel popped off the first time I did it. Maybe I didn't use enough? I don't know.Using the gel has definitely helped protect my long nails. I work in a very demanding job and I like having my nails. During this crisis and nail salons being closed and whatnot, this has definitely been the best product I've invested in.

Sometimes it chooses to fuse to the nail sometimes it doesn’t, that is when it is on natural nails. I have no problem applying a small layer to a gel x nail form for extra strength, like that it works amazing. But if you’re looking for some structure on a natural nail even with prep it will lift

I have tried many many many products.......and this is the BEST for thin nails. I've been enjoying having long nails for the first time in my life! Thank you for this product!! Rough up nails, remove debris w/ alcohol, apply YOUNG bonder (2 coats); then apply base glue coat (non toxic) and light for 1 minute. Apply IBD, 2 or 3 thin coats, depending on your strength. One minute between coats, and 3 minutes after final coat. Apply top coat to seal, light for 1 min..........good to go!! I use a brush from a soft gel bottle to apply. Clean w/ alcohol. Can wear regular polish and top coat...........lasts minimum 2 weeks! Rock ass hard product!! Love it......truly a blessing!

I’ve tried this on my clients and am satisfied with the results, it’s a gel that soaks off with acetone too after some filing.

Being a DIYer with my nails I was determined to be able to do this. I watched videos and tutorials for weeks. I tried the painting of the french pink and whites. I tried fake tips. I tried it all. I finally settled on this the last time I tried the pink and whites I was amazed at how much it turned out like it was done in a salon. I did the reverse pink and white method. I prepped my nails, used dehydrator, bonder and base coat then put the IBD pink on. This is a thicker gell so you have time to work with it before it runs all over. It is self leveling so that is a bonus. After I put the pink on, I used my efile and cut out the smile line. I know it sounds like a lot of extra work but it is worth it. Then I used the IBD white on the tip. I shaped the nails and buffed the top until the overlapping white gell was level with the pink and the result is absolutely beautiful smile lines. I use all IBD products and have not had any problems lifting. I have had these nails on for about 3 weeks and am so happy not to spend $40 at the salon just for a fill. If you practice and have patience this can work wonders!