LAVIS Base Coat – FAQ

Your Essential First Step for a Long-Lasting Gel Manicure

A: LAVIS Base Coat is a gel base coat that creates the ideal foundation for your gel manicure. It improves adhesion, helps prevent staining and damage, and increases the overall durability and longevity of your manicure.

A: A base coat is essential because it:

  • Bonds gel polish to the natural nail for better wear
  • Prevents color staining, especially from dark or pigmented shades
  • Reduces lifting, chipping, and peeling
  • Creates a smooth, even surface for color or nail art
  • Protects natural nails underneath gel enhancements

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1.Prep your nails: push back cuticles, file, buff lightly, and cleanse.

2. Apply one thin, even layer of LAVIS Base Coat.

3. Cure under a UV/LED lamp for 60 seconds (or per your lamp’s instructions).

4. Proceed with your gel color or nail art.

A: Yes! LAVIS Base Coat is compatible with most gel polish systems, making it a flexible choice for both salon and home use.

A: When applied correctly and paired with a quality gel system, it helps your manicure last up to 3+ weeks without lifting or peeling.

A: No - in fact, it protects against staining from highly pigmented colors, especially reds, blues, and dark tones.

A: LAVIS Base Coat is ideal for standard gel polish applications. While it may work as a foundation for overlays or thin builder gels, for structural support we recommend a dedicated builder base or rubber base.

A: Yes! LAVIS Base Coat is soak-off gel. To remove:

  • Buff the top coat to break the seal.
  • Soak nails in acetone or wrap with acetone-soaked cotton and foil.
  • Let sit for 10–15 minutes, then gently push off with a cuticle stick.

A: No - when used and removed properly, this base coat actually protects the nail and promotes healthy wear by reducing breakage, staining, and peeling.

A: It has a light, typical gel scent during application, but nothing overpowering. Always use in a well-ventilated area.

A: Each bottle contains 0.7 oz (20 ml) - enough for dozens of full sets, especially since only a thin layer is needed per use.