Formulation Update
We’ve made a subtle refinement to our BUILD IT Builder Gel, resulting in a slightly lower viscosity. This update allows for smoother self-levelling and a more effortless application, while maintaining the same strength, durability, and wear you know and love.
TIP: If you find the product is moving more quickly than you’re used to, we recommend working one nail at a time and curing between nails for optimal control and structure.
BASELESS - can be used alongside any Magpie Base if preferred
Easy SOAK OFF
Effortless SELF LEVEL
Free from HEMA & DI-HEMA
Vegan friendly and cruelty free
EXTEND using forms or tips
Suitable for natural nail overlays
CHIP & LIFT resistant
100% GEL
3 WEEKS + wear
60 SECOND cure
16ml
STEPS FOR APPLICATION
1. Complete thorough dry nail prep - push back cuticle from the nail plate, remove ALL non-living tissue with a sharp cuticle tool and nippers if needed. Shape the free edge into the desired shape using a 240 grit zebra file. Use that same file (not a buffer) to lightly etch the surface to remove shine. Apply a generous amount of Magpie Prep & Dehydrate liquid to a lint free wipe - scrub the nail plate, side walls and underneath the free edge thoroughly. Perfect prep is VITAL to a long-lasting manicure, if there are any specs of dust, oil or dead skin left on the nail no matter how small, the product will start to lift.
2. For the first layer just like you would base coat, apply BUILD IT thinly making sure to seal every free edge and cure for 60 seconds in your Magpie Lamp. If preferred you can switch this step to any preferred Magpie Base. There should be no product touching the cuticle area or side walls, use the Magpie Sir tool to clean up any areas if you need too.
3. Apply a THIN layer of BUILD IT but DO NOT cure. This will act as your 'slip' layer to help the next layer to be manoeuvred around the surface. Place a larger bead of builder gel onto your nail in to the apex location. Use your brush to lightly move the product in to place, make it nice and neat around the cuticle without touching the skin and then feather the remaining product down towards the free edge. Apply as many layers of BUILD IT as the natural nail requires. Weaker and longer nails will need the most structured layers applied.
4. Using Magpie Prep and Dehydrate to remove the inhibition layer. Use a new wipe for each hand. Finish file and buff to refine if needed, then apply your chosen gel colour, top coat and cuticle oil.
For best results we recommend using the Magpie Gel Lamp
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Build It vs. Give Me Strength+ — Which Should You Choose?
| Build It | Give Me Strength+ |
|---|---|
| Creates strength and structure | Adds strength without bulk |
| Thicker viscosity | Medium viscosity |
| Controlled self-levelling to prevent flooding | Rapid self-levelling |
| Builds apex and structure quickly | Apply in thin layers |
| Ideal for overlays and extensions | Ideal for natural nail overlays |
| Suitable for all nail lengths | Suitable for short to medium natural nails |
| Can create short and medium extensions using tips or forms | Can create short extensions |
| Outstanding adhesion | Outstanding adhesion |
| Lasts up to 4 weeks | Lasts up to 4 weeks |
| Quick soak-off or infill | Quick soak-off or infill |
| HEMA & TPO Free | HEMA & TPO Free |
| Available in bottles and pots | Available in bottles and pots |
Which Is Right For Me?
Choose Build It if you want to build an apex, add structure, or create extensions. Choose Give Me Strength+ if you want to strengthen natural nails with a lightweight overlay and minimal bulk.
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