My Gelish top & bottom coat are very thick. They gum up. Did I get bad set? How do I prevent this?
1695520
Make sure you are using the ph bond under the foundation. Try putting a thinner layer of each on and make sure u r "baking" the polish long enough between coats
1288173
You're likely putting it on too thick...I had the same issue. You want a very thin coat.
1695521
I know this is an older question but i have a little tip... If I find it thick and hard to apply I put it in my pocket for a bit or put under a heating pad on low... obviously do not do this near an open flame or high heat.
792273
Mine became very thick and goopy within a month, but I use it almost daily. I just ordered the Seche Restore to fix that problem. It is totally worth the slight headache and luckily, the manufacturer has a solution.
2228026
Make sure you are using a light coat. It comes out pretty thick so brush the brush off on the bottle. The thicker the coat the more your nails will chip. I paint my nails about every 3 days anyway, but this is the first top coat I have gotten to allow me to keep my fingers painted for more then 3 days if I wanted to keep them the same color without chipping. I know the frustration and of course not everything works for everyone, but the lighter the coat the better
741312
I have used Gelish colors alone me they tend to pop off quickly. The top coat, since you pair it around the edge of your nail, seals it in and keeps it from lifting.
963568
I'm getting the bubbles too, I was so excited to try out this product, but now I'm frustrated because the bubbles show up each time. Has anyone figured out why this happens? Are there ways to prevent it? I know it's the Gelous because it does not happen when I don't use this product. I'm doing thin coats & I'm not shaking the bottle.
2215364
Try keeping it in the frig. Not only should it remain thick, but the coolness feels refreshing. If that doesn't work I would return it. I've had the same problem with hand cream left in the car, and it worked for me. Good luck
2039433
I just keep up on it with windex and a wrag. If they get nasty and pitted you can use windex with some "0000" steel wool and it will shine them up nice without scratching them. Make sure its "0000" tho
644190
Two problems could be in play:1 try a different brand of polish: nailuv is my favorite. Right now I'm using the gelish bond, base & top coat. I'm going to try nailuv next time I purchase those basics.2 make sure you are extending the brush all the way through to the tip on all edges of the nail. Then cap the nail on all sides with your polish steps and your base/top coat steps. This should help. Pay extra attention to your edges and polish should last longer. Sensationail polish only lasts about 5-6 days for me though. Nailuv lasted almost 10 before I took it off because I wanted a new color. Oh and for the bottoms, try to be as thin as possible for each layer, avoid your cuticles...that should help!! Two problems could be in play:1 try a different brand of polish: nailuv is my favorite. Right now I'm using the gelish bond, base & top coat. I'm going to try nailuv next time I purchase those basics.2 make sure you are extending the brush all the way through to the tip on all edges of the nail. Then cap the nail on all sides with your polish steps and your base/top coat steps. This should help. Pay extra attention to your edges and polish should last longer. Sensationail polish only lasts about 5-6 days for me though. Nailuv lasted almost 10 before I took it off... » Read More Two problems could be in play:1 try a different brand of polish: nailuv is my favorite. Right now I'm using the gelish bond, base & top coat. I'm going to try nailuv next time I purchase those basics.2 make sure you are extending the brush all the way through to the tip on all edges of the nail. Then cap the nail on all sides with your polish steps and your base/top coat steps. This should help. Pay extra attention to your edges and polish should last longer. Sensationail polish only lasts about 5-6 days for me though. Nailuv lasted almost 10 before I took it off because I wanted a new color. Oh and for the bottoms, try to be as thin as possible for each layer, avoid your cuticles...that should help!! « Show Less
1619499
Get one that has little to no fuzz. You won't be able to use it on the first coat. You need the brush to get into the cracks, crevices, etc. Second/third coat--roller was great. Got a very smooth covering with no drip marks.
1881516
The only things I can think of is that 1) gel applied to thick, 2) you didn't use the "alcohol" gel cleanser after setting them. I have not had that problem at all. I've been nervous about immediately wiping my "just set nails" with the gel cleanser but it appears to do the job.
1469022
I never had your problem - I have had mine for a couple years and love it - got another tub so I can make larger batches. If yours does not freeze and you have followed all the directions to a T may I suggust your tub may be faulty. I read elsewhere that the gel inside it can go bad, don't know why but occasionally it does. May want to check that out.
261629
The only polish I got to show decently was a cheapo OLD/THICK black polish. It seems to help if they are thicker?
1178724
It is thick but it should still come out of the top when you squirt it. Maybe try mixing it up a little bit or make sure there is no blockage in the top.
1532977
I put a small amount in the bottom plate and smooth it out with my finger and keep smoothing until it sticks. Hope this works for you as I had trouble with the first tube I had.
2264923
My sister in law's turn out gooey too but mine are not. I think it is over blending that is causing it. I go up and down only and when I think they are mixed I quit and fork them to check. Don't go in circles for sure. It is not like a blender. Good luck. It is possible to make terrific potatoes with them. She showed me what not to do!
1806946
super thick... gottah let the first layer dry or it will leave air bubbles... it not as hard as gel, depend how many layers u use... it took a whole lot of nail polish to remove it.
1301048
Usually that is the result of putting on too heavy of a coat. Multiple light coats with dry between is the way to go. The coats shouldn't even be heavy enough to cover the object entirely in color. It can also be temperature or surface related.