Cushion the Hit: A Flexible Layer That Absorbs Shock and Prevents Lifting
Flexible soak-off base gel that fills, smooths, and reinforces the nail plate. Thin yet strong. Outperforms rubber base for structure and flexibility. Ideal for hard gel services. Adds a shock-absorbing barrier and soaks off cleanly. Maintains comfort and durability on every set.
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5ml
Flexible soak-off base gel engineered as a shock-absorbing impact buffer beneath hard gel or overlays. Protects the natural nail by absorbing everyday knocks and pressure, preventing stress and damage.
Fills and smooths the nail plate, including any inconsistencies at the form junction. Can be extended onto the form itself, leveling inconsistencies in form placement and creating a perfectly smooth transition for fast, flawless hard gel application. This reduces finishing work and overall service speed.
• Acts as a flexible shock-absorbing buffer between the natural nail and hard gel
• Fills and smooths the ridge where a form or tip meets the natural nail, creating a clean, even surface
• Flexes with the nail plate for a comfortable, natural feel, especially for sensitive or thin nails
• Speeds up overlays and hard gel application by providing a smoother base, minimizing corrections
• Buildable in thin layers for minor free edge extensions or added strength without bulk
• Fills dips and surface inconsistencies to create a flawless foundation
• Outperforms rubber base for structure and flexibility, and sets a higher bar than Base+
• Advanced formula inspired by Re-Cover, designed for maximum adhesion and performance
• Helps prevent cracks and micro-cracks by absorbing force before it reaches the natural nail
• Removes quickly and cleanly with acetone.
Directions for Use:
Prep and prime the nail as usual. Scrub a very thin layer of base gel onto the nail and across any join with a form or tip. Cure each layer for 1 minute in an Arch Rival Nail lamp. Add extra thin layers as needed for minor extensions or added reinforcement. Finish with hard or soft gel and color.
Cure each layer for 1 minute in an Arch Rival Nail lamp.
Q1: What is rubber base gel?
A: Rubber base gel is a flexible gel base coat that adds strength and flexibility to weak or brittle nails. Ours does everything a rubber base does—plus delivers stronger adhesion, smoother leveling, and better long-term wear. No need for a gimmick label when our base outperforms rubber bases across the board.
Q2: How is this base gel better than rubber base?
A: You get all the flexibility of a rubber base, plus stronger adhesion, better leveling, and more durability. It soaks off fast, won’t peel or lift, and can handle small extensions—no gimmicks, just a better base for real results. All Arch Rival base gels outperform standard rubber bases on strength, smoothness, and wear.
Q3: Can you soak off this base gel?
A: Yes. Apply it thin, cure it right, and it soaks off fast with acetone—no drilling, no damage.
Q4: Is this good for thin or weak nails?
A: Yes. It supports and protects thin or damaged nails, filling in dips and flexing with the natural nail—no stiffness or bulk.
Q5: Can this base gel replace structure gel?
A: It’s solid for gel manicures and minor repairs, but for big extensions, use a true builder gel. This is for flexible protection, not major length.
Q6: Why use this soak-off base over Base+ or builder gel?
A: Compared to Base+, this base is stronger and levels smoother. Compared to builder gel, it’s thinner, more flexible, and easy to soak off. You get strength and flexibility without the extra weight.
$12.95
