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How many services can I expect to get out of a bottle of gel polish?

The amount of services that can be performed using a bottle of LUXA gel varies greatly depending on the length of the nails and amount of product applied. On average, based on a set of 10 painted short-to-medium length nails with two thin coats of ge

Why is my pink gel polish discolored after curing?

This happens sometimes! Certain pink pigments may appear darker after the initial cure, but should brighten up after the gel settles and cools. If you're still not seeing the color you'd expect after 24 hours, it may be that the gel was not thoroughl

Are your colors pure gels, or are they hybrid?

All LUXA gel colors are 100% pure gels!

Why can’t I get my gel color to mix fully?

If you are having trouble getting a good mix using the brush of your gel color, we recommend using a spatula like ours here! The pigment in our gels can settle during storage, especially if there is a long period between uses.

Help, my LUXA gel color is thick or stringy!

Gel colors can settle between uses, sometimes causing a thick or stringy effect. Be sure to thoroughly mix the gel color before application, and apply in thin coats for the best result!

Why isn’t my gel curing fully? Why is it bubbling or wrinkling during curing?

LUXA gel colors do have a thicker consistency than other brands, and some colors are more pigmented than others. The raw materials that create the pigmentation in our gels can cause slight variances during the curing process. Here are some tips to en

How should I mix LUXA gel colors?

We find that opening the bottle and using the applicator brush to stir works most effectively!. If your gel has been unused for a while, you may want to do a “hard stir” with a clean, dry tool like our Spatula!

What is the shelf life for LUXA gel colors?

Once opened, we recommend that our gels be used within 18-24 months to maintain their quality.In order to prolong the life of our products, we recommend that they be stored at room temperature, out of direct sunlight and away from any lamps. Before u

Do you have a list of all gel colors? I need help deciding.

Yes! You can view and compare all LUXA gel colors on our Easy View Color Sheet.