What Apres Gel-X tip shapes are available?

Natural Almond (Short/Medium/Long, sizes #0-#10), Natural Coffin, Stiletto, and Ombre Tips. Each shape covers 11 sizes for the full client-finger size range.

How do I apply Apres Gel-X tips?

Prep + dehydrator + Apres Extend Gel on natural nail and tip interior + align at 45° + press firm + cure 60 sec LED + file + apply color + cure. The Apres-standard 5-minute-per-finger workflow.

How long do Apres Gel-X tips last?

21-day wear with proper prep + Extend Gel bonding. Lighter weight than acrylic so client comfort is higher long-term. Soak-off removal in 20-25 minutes with acetone wraps.

Are Lavis Soft Gel Tips a good Apres alternative?

Yes — Lavis Tips at DTK cover the same shape range (Coffin/Square/Stiletto/Almond/Oval/Ballerina/Toe) at approximately half Apres price point. Lavis Tip Adhesive bundle includes Base + Diamond Top + Protein Bond + Primer for the complete system.

Where to buy Apres Tips wholesale?

Yes — DTK Nail Supply offers wholesale pricing on Apres Nail Tips and a wide range of professional nail brands, with fast US shipping (orders ship within 48 hours from California). Create a free B2B account at dtknailsupply.com for the best price.

APRES - Gel - X Natural Almond Long Refill Bag - DTK Nail Supply

Apres Nail Tips

The Apres Gel-X Nail Tips collection at DTK Nail Supply offers the full Apres tip shape catalog — Natural Almond (Short/Medium/Long, sizes #0-#10), Natural Coffin (Medium), Stiletto, and Ombre Tips. Apres invented the Gel-X soft gel extension system. Lighter than acrylic, faster service time, no odor. Wholesale via B2B account at DTK.

Apres Gel-X Shape Catalog

Natural Almond — the most versatile shape, suits the broadest client base. Available Short/Medium/Long lengths, sizes #0-#10
Natural Coffin — popular for Vietnamese-American salon clientele, statement-shape extensions
Stiletto — dramatic pointed shape, evening + editorial services
Ombre Tips — pre-blended ombre Gel-X tips, French-tip alternative without manual fade work

Application Sequence

Prep nails + dehydrator
Apply Apres Extend Gel on natural nail + tip interior
Bond tip to natural nail, align cuticle line at 45° angle, press firmly
Cure under LED 60 seconds (Beyond Pro Lamp or Apres-compatible LED)
File + shape to client preference
Apply gel polish + cure
Top coat + final cure

Lavis Soft Gel Tips Alternative

For home studios cutting tip cost while running same service format, DTK also carries Lavis Soft Gel Tips at approximately half Apres price point covering Coffin/Square/Stiletto/Almond/Oval/Ballerina/Toe + Adhesive system bundle. Lavis is the budget tip alternative for home studios.

Wholesale at DTK Nail Supply

DTK Nail Supply offers wholesale to licensed nail pros and salons — create a B2B account at dtknailsupply.com to view pricing. Free shipping on orders $100+.

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