New at Unique
OPI gel polish and builder gel in Market Harborough
We have added OPI GelColor and OPI builder gel to our nail services, giving clients a stronger base, a refined glossy finish and expert product choice alongside our Gel Bottle treatments.
Why OPI?
Colour, strength and structure, chosen properly.
Not every nail needs the same product. Some clients need a beautiful gel colour. Some need extra strength. Some need builder gel first, then colour on top. The point is choosing the right system for your nails, not pushing one treatment for everyone.
Specialist nail advice
Wendy, Rebecca and Sherri all bring proper nail experience, from manicures and pedicures to gel extensions, overlays, product choice and aftercare. If your nails are weak, short, damaged or prone to lifting, we will talk you through the best option before we start.
Professional gel polish for high-shine colour
OPI GelColor is a professional gel polish system that cures under LED/UV light. It is designed for a smooth, glossy, chip-resistant finish with long wear when applied to a properly prepared nail.
- ✓Thin, polish-like colour layers for a refined finish
- ✓LED/UV cured, so the finish is dry before you leave the salon
- ✓Designed by OPI for up to 3 weeks of professional wear
A stronger base for nails that need support
OPI builder gel, including the GELevate and Intelli-Builder system, is a thicker structural gel. It can be used to support natural nails, build a subtle apex, reinforce weak nails, fill existing enhancements and create short to medium length where suitable.
- ✓Adds structure and strength before colour is applied
- ✓Helpful for clients whose gel polish lifts or chips too quickly
- ✓Can be maintained with regular infills rather than starting again every time
Gel polish vs builder gel
Which one do you need?
The best result often comes from pairing the right base with the right colour. We will always look at your natural nails first.
Best for colour
OPI GelColor
Choose this when your natural nails are in good condition and you mainly want glossy, long-lasting colour.
Best for strength
Builder gel overlay
Choose this when your nails are weak, bendy, uneven, short, damaged or need a little more shape and support.
Best together
Builder base plus colour
For a stronger, sculpted base with a glossy colour finish, builder gel can sit underneath OPI GelColor.
Team authority
Nails done by people who know nails.
Product matters, but application matters more. Prep, placement, curing, apex, thickness and removal are what decide whether a manicure looks good for three days or still looks considered weeks later.
Wendy
Director, CACI specialist and a therapist who loves a properly finished manicure or pedicure. Wendy is the detail person: shape, finish, cuticle work and polish that lasts.
Rebecca
Director, Level 4 therapist and nail expert with 26 years in beauty. Rebecca is fully qualified across acrylics, gel extensions, overlays and nail art.
Sherri
Beauty consultant and nail specialist focused on neat prep, careful product choice and helping clients get a finish that suits their natural nails.
Questions about OPI gel and builder gel
What is OPI GelColor? +
OPI GelColor is OPI's professional gel polish system. It is applied in thin layers, cured under an LED or UV lamp, and is designed to give glossy, chip-resistant colour for up to three weeks when applied and cared for correctly.
What is OPI builder gel? +
OPI builder gel, including the GELevate and Intelli-Builder system, is a thicker structural gel used to reinforce natural nails, support overlays, build a subtle apex, and in some cases add short to medium length.
Is builder gel better than gel polish? +
They do different jobs. Gel polish gives colour and shine. Builder gel gives structure, strength and support. For weaker or longer nails, a builder base under gel colour can give a more durable salon finish.
How long does an OPI builder gel manicure last? +
Wear depends on your nails, lifestyle and aftercare, but OPI professional gel systems are designed for long-lasting wear. Many builder gel clients return around every three to four weeks for maintenance or infills.
Can Unique Beauty Therapy advise whether I need builder gel? +
Yes. The team will look at your natural nails, the length you want, your usual wear and any previous gel damage before recommending gel polish, builder gel, overlays, extensions or a removal and tidy.
Book OPI nails at Unique
Call us to book OPI GelColor, builder gel, overlays, extensions, removal or advice on the best nail treatment for you.
Call 01858 410 6667 Church Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AA