My Pretty 50 gram Hema-free Hard Gel

 TCG Hema-free My Pretty 50g Hard Gel 

• Acrylic-Strength. Gel Flexibility. Allergy-Safe.

  A high-performance, HEMA-free hard gel with a medium to medium-thick viscosity, offering exceptional strength with natural flexibility. Perfect for sculpting, repairing broken nails, creating natural-looking extensions, or enhancing natural nails with a flawless finish.

  • Strong like acrylic, but flexible like gel

  • Suitable for use with forms, nail tips, or natural nails

  • Versatile and self-leveling, ideal for overlays or full sets

  • Designed for infill/rebalance—no soaking required

  • High-gloss finish with excellent adhesion and durability

  • Chemical resistant for long-lasting wear

  • HEMA-free – gentle on sensitive nails and skin

  A professional-grade gel for techs who want strength, control, and a safer option for allergy-prone clients.

• Odourless
  
• Can be used as a builder gel on natural nails, sculpting on a form or tip and overlays.
• Great for any level gel user.
• Can be used with any TCG Hema-free Gel Polish.
• For best results, use with TCG Dehydrator and TCG Acid Free Primer
• Cures hard in a LED or UV Nail lamp. TCG LED/UV lamp preferred.

VISCOSITY & USES

VISCOSITY: Medium/Thick
SKILL LEVEL: Ideal for all levels.
USAGE: Can be used for easy building of the nail, or for a slight apex for some added durability. Because of the added strength, builder gels are ideal to be used for natural nails, tip and overlays, or sculpting.

TCG Hard Gel Instructions

What It Does

TCG Hard Gel is a professional-strength builder gel designed for natural nail overlays, extensions, and structural reinforcement. It provides a durable, crystal-clear finish with excellent self-leveling properties.

Preparation

1. 1. Sanitize with TCG Sanitiser hands and tools.
      Ensure your workspace and hands are clean before beginning.
   2. Shape and refine the natural nail.
      Gently file nails to the desired shape. Use a fine buffer to remove surface shine.
   3. Cleanse the nail plate.
      Remove dust and oils with a TCG lint-free wipe soaked in TCG Dehydrator & Cleanser.
   4. Apply TCG Dehydrator & PH Bonder.
   • Apply a thin layer to the natural nail.
   • Allow to air dry completely.
   • This step balances the nail’s pH and removes residual moisture for optimal adhesion.
   5. Apply TCG Acid-Free Primer.
   • Apply sparingly to the natural nail only (avoid skin contact).
   • Allow to air dry for a 30-60 seconds.
   • This enhances bond strength and prevents lifting.
   Application 
   1. Apply Base Gel (optional for added adhesion).
   • Use TCG Base Coat in a thin layer and cure for 30 seconds under TCG LED/UV Lamp.
   • Do not wipe off the tacky layer.

1. Build the structure.
   • Pick up a small bead of TCG Hard Gel and place it near the apex area.
   • Gently float the gel towards the cuticle and along the sides without touching the skin.
   • Allow the product to self-level before curing.
2. Cure. 
   • Freeze cure for 10 seconds between fingers if necessary to prevent flooding into the walls.
   • Final cure each layer for 60–90 seconds under LED (or 2 minutes under UV).
   • Build in layers for colour gel and clear can be thicker.  
3. Repeat if necessary.
   • For added strength or longer extensions, apply a second builder layer and cure again.
4. Refine the surface.
   • Wipe off the sticky inhibition layer with TCG Cleanser & Slip Solution
   • File and shape to perfect the apex and sidewalls, then wipe off dust with TCG Dehydrator & Cleanser

Finishing

1. Apply colour or top coat.
• You can apply TCG Gel Polish Colour directly over the shaped TCG Hard Gel and cure for 60 seconds.
• Finish with TCG Stain Resistant Top Coat for a high-gloss shine or TCG Velvet Matte Top Coat for a soft finish.
• Cure under LED for 60 seconds.
2.  Nourish.
• Finish with TCG Cuticle Protector Oil or TCG Pineapple Cuticle Oil

Removal

1. File down the bulk of the Hard Gel with e-file or 100 grit file. Then use a finer grit to remove to the nail plate
2. Do not soak — Hard Gel must be filed off carefully to avoid damaging the natural nail.
3. Smooth the surface with a fine buffer and apply TCG Cuticle Protector Oil or TCG Pineapple Cuticle Oil.

Pro Tips

• Always cap the free edge to prevent lifting.
• Keep layers thin for overlays and thicker for extensions or apex building.
• If heat spikes occur during curing, remove hand from the lamp for 2–3 seconds, wait for the burn to stop, then continue curing. This burn will not harm nail.
• Avoid overworking the product — allow it to self-level for a smoother finish.

⚠️ For professional use only. Avoid contact with skin. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place.