Polygel Online Nail Course

Welcome to Polygel

Welcome + what you'll learn

What is Polygel?

Polygel vs. acrylic vs. builder gel

Who Polygel is best for

Meet the NBJ Polygel collection

Your Polygel Starter Kit

All tools and products needed

Understanding the different Polygel shades

Choosing the right brush and slip solution

Base Coat, Top Coat, and lamp essentials

How to properly set up your workstation

Nail Prep & Foundation

Nail assessments

Sanitizing and cuticle preparation

Removing shine and cleansing the nail plate

Dehydrator, primer, and NBJ Base Coat application

How to prevent lifting before it starts

Polygel Application Basics

How much Polygel to use

Controlling Polygel with your brush

Proper slip solution technique

Building the apex and structure

Correct thickness and curing

Full Polygel Set Tutorial

Choosing and fitting forms or tips

Applying your first bead of Polygel

Building the extension step by step

Refining the sidewalls and free edge

Curing and safely removing forms

Completing all ten nails

Shaping & Finishing

Removing the inhibition layer when needed

Hand filing vs. e-file refinement

Creating a clean apex and smooth surface

Perfecting common nail shapes

Applying gel color or nail art

Sealing with NBJ Top Coat

Troubleshooting & Retention

Why Polygel lifts

Why Polygel cracks or breaks

Too much vs. too little product

Common curing mistakes

How to fix uneven application

Safe removal and maintenance