Yes. CND Shellac is engineered as a 3-layer system — Base Coat, color, then Top Coat — each cured under a lamp. The base bonds color to the nail and prevents lifting; the top seals shine and chip resistance. Each layer is lab-matched for the full 14-day wear, so skipping one cuts wear time.
CND Shellac cures under both UV and LED lamps; LED is faster (typically ~60-120 seconds per layer) and is the modern salon standard. Cure the base, each color coat, and the top for the full 14-day wear. CND's own LED lamp is optimized for Shellac cure times.
No-Wipe Top: fastest, no cleansing wipe after cure — best for high-volume salons. Duraforce Top: extra strength for clients hard on their nails. Epic Smoothing Top: fills ridges and uneven surfaces for a smooth finish on damaged nails. All cure to the same 14-day Shellac wear.
CND Shellac Base + Top is formulated to work best with CND Shellac for the full 14-day wear claim. They will cure with most professional gels, but cross-brand mixing can reduce wear and chip resistance. For maximum performance, keep the matched CND system.
One CND Shellac Base + Top combo (typically 0.5oz each) covers roughly 40-60 manicures. High-volume salons may use a combo per month; smaller studios every 2-3 months. Stock a backup top coat, since it's used on every service.
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