Japanese gels are high quality, soft-gel nail products made in Japan with little dilution ingredients. They are typically sold in small pots of highly pigmented gels with various texture options, making them versatile enough to be used for both nail art and solid applications.

Here are some of the reasons we love and swear by Japanese gel products:

Soft gel formulation
Japanese gels are typically soft gels, meaning they can be soaked-off unlike hard gel. The most advanced technology in Japanese gel nail products is that they are able to provide strong adhesion and easy removal when soaking off with acetone. For technicians who use efiles for removal, Japanese gels file away like butter and unlike hard gel, they allow you to differentiate gel from the natural nail so that you can confidently file it down to the bone (the natural nail).

Made in small batches
Japanese gels are made in their native country of Japan where they go through strict inspections and oversight. They're also made in small batches (and not mass produced) allowing for maximum quality control and further establishing them as some of the most professional gel nail products available in the market. What does this mean for you? By the time the product reaches you, you can be rest assured that you have nothing short of the best-quality product in your hands.

Safer for you and your nails
Japanese gels are typically at the very least 5 Free (with some brands offering products that are up to 10 Free). This means that the gels don't contain any harmful chemicals that could negatively affect the nails, cuticles, or your general health.

Specialised formulation for damage-free nails
It's often harsh nail preparation for the application of products such as acrylics, dips and hard gels that cause damage to the natural nails. Japanese gels do not require harsh prep prior to application. For the application of Japanese gel, a smooth sponge buffer and 90% alcohol is all you need... Yep, you read correctly. There's no need for harsh filing of the natural nail to offshine, or for additional products such as dehydrators, primers or bonders!

Long Lasting
The formulation of Japanese gels focus on adhesion and durability. This results in beautiful nails that, when applied correctly, can last on the nails for 4-6 weeks without chipping.

There you have it.. Those are some of the never-ending list of reasons why we swear by Japanese gel. If you haven't already, we encourage you to try out Japanese gels for yourself. Trust us... You, your nails and your clients (if you're a nail professional) will thank you!