Soft Gel Extensions are a nail enhancement using a full-cover tip, adhered with gel. They require a full set everytime. They are pre-shaped and come in multiple lengths. We recommend selecting as close to the shape and length as you want as the more the tips are shorted and reshaped, the structure and strength is impacted. These extensions are a lot more lightweight and flexible compared to acrylics. They are adhered with gel (no glues) and are odour-free.

 

Due to getting a fresh set each time, you can change up the length and shape whenever you please and the shape will be close to perfect! We stock gel extensions in short, medium, long, & extra long lengths. The length of the extension suitable for you will be based on your lifestyle and the length and strength of your natural nails. Soft Gel Extensions are great if you added length and a perfect shape! These are not recommended for naturally curved nails. 

Builder Gel or "Builder in a bottle" is a gel often used as an overlay on natural nails. It is a lightweight gel overlay that adds strength to the natural nails. Builder Gel is not an extension. Builder Gel can be refilled. Due to the added strength, builder gel can assist in nail growth as it helps to prevent breakage of natural nails. We recommend this enhancement to grow out your nails to a short-medium length. We also have stronger/harder gels available that are more durable that can be used as an overlay, or to repair minor broken nails.

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If your aim is to grow out your natural nails you can start from builder gel and be patient with the process, or begin with extensions and switch to builder gel once you're happy with the length of your natural nails.

If you do not want any enhancement for strength or lengths purposes, and simply just want colour painted on your natural nails, a Gel Polish Manicure will be best suited for you. Gel Polish, commonly known by popular brand name "shellac", is a nail polish that sets under UV light. It is longer lasting than regular nail polish. It must be soaked off with acetone, however, it is super easy to remove as its only a polish, not an enhancement, so it is very thin if removing at home. Alternatively, it can be filed off with care. It adds no strength or length to your nails, it simply works as a colour.

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Gel enhancements are much faster to soak off than acrylics.

Most clients are suitable for gel, it may just take some experimenting to see which system or product works best for your nails and lifestyle.

Gel may not be suitable for:

- those working with lots of chemicals and are unable to wear gloves

- those who have allergies or skin reactions to gel products or 'HEMA'

- under 14 years of age

Reapplication and refill times really just depends on the growth rate on your nails because everyone is different! Regular appointments are important as the longer the nail grows out, the more weight is put onto the free-edge, meaning the nail is more likely to lift or break which can be painful and even cause damage to your natural nails. Personally I recommend booking a nail appointment every 2-3weeks at the beginning of your nail journey with RBB. The sooner you can book this appointment the better as I can make sure I've got availability so you don't miss out. The longer you go between appointments, the more your enhancement, as well as your natural nails, are prone to chips and breaks. Once we are confident we have found the product that works for your nails, you may choose to go 3-4 weeks.

Bookings can be completed online. All nail sets include PLAIN COLOUR ONLY. 

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If you want nail art of any kind, please contact us prior with an inspiration photo so we can provide you an accurate quote, as well as let you know what art package add on to book. If this is not done and you book no nail art, or not enough nail art time, we may not be able to complete the nail art. If you book excessive nail art time that is not needed, you will be charged the package booked.

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A reference photo also helps us check if we have the tools, colours and skills to perform the art chosen prior. We offer nail art packages based on time and price of work, these are 'from' prices only, additions such as charms or other art forms may incur additional costs.

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Avoid caffeine if it causes you to flinch or shake. You must have NO product on the nails. If you have product on, please book in a removal with your full set. I only offer reapplications/refills/transitional appointments of my own work. If you are booking for nails you must have bare nails.

 

Ensure you have no infections or extreme wounds on the hands and nails. This includes: fungal infections, severe psoriasis/eczema/dermatitis, cuts near the nail, bruising of the nail plate, nail separation, herpes on the hands, warts, etc. If your nails are damaged please send a photo prior as we are unable to work on certain damage. If your nails are thin or damaged your enhancement is less likely to last.

 

If you are under 16 please bring a parent to sign a consent form (we do not work on under 14 year olds).

Do not use your nails as tools! Please refrain from using your nails to open things or be really rough as it can cause lifting or breakage which can be painful and cause damage to the natural nails. 

 

Book in your new sets asap to ensure I’m not booked out! The longer you go past your recommended redesign date, the more fragile your nails will be!

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Do not bite, pick or pull at your nails. If you want to remove your nails for any reason the best option is to book in a removal. If you want to remove them yourself please do so safely by cutting length off, filing down as much of the product as you can, soaking in acetone and scraping product off. Please do not lift or pull off nails as it can be painful and damage your natural nails, which can impact your ability to get nails again.

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Please note, not everyones nails are suited for extensions. Some may be fine with acrylic and not gel as they are not used to the enhancement. We do offer free nail fixes for the first 3 days IF the nail as popped off or come off due to product adhesion, however, if we have applied the nails properly and you're still experiencing lifting or breakage, the nails may not be suitable for you and we will not be continuously doing free fixes.

Please ensure you follow the aftercare advice for your nail enhancements. If you experience issues with your nails, you may be eligible for a free fix if needed.

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Free fixes are only available:

• if issue arises within 3 days of the appointment
• nail lifts or "pops off" naturally even after following ALL aftercare
• nail cracks (BIAB only) even after folllowing ALL aftercare
• chipping of polish or design

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We do not offer free fixes if:

• nails have been bitten off
• trauma has been occurred to nail (knocked nail, pulled off)
• nails have been melted by heat or chemicals
• minor imperfections (fluff in nail, slightly crooked nail)
• nails are dry causing product separation
• rhinestones/charms knocked off - these are not suitable for all lifestyles
• nail extension has been broken - these tips are extremely durable and have been tried & tested, if you manage to break an extension you are too rough with them, remember "nails are jewels not tools"
• you have been warned that the enhancement may not last on your nails (either short nail beds, bitten nails, damaged nails, etc)

These fixes are $10+ per nail, as it can take 30mins just to fix the one nail, this cost does not include nail art.

 

Keep in mind my aftercare recommendations to prevent breakage and lifting. Also keep in mind, nail enhancements do not last as long on shorter, oily, bitten or damaged nails. I cannot work on damaged nails as it can cause further damage. I am happy to do a set on shorter or bitten nails, however, I cannot guarantee the longevity, especially with longer lengths. If you arrive at an appointment with severe damaged or wounded nails, you will be offered a press on set instead.

 

During the appointment I continuously check if you're happy with the shape, length, colour etc. Costs vary due to change of mind, and may need a seperate appointment to change depending on time remaining in appointment. Colour changes are $30 for Gel X & BIAB, this does not include cuticle work, product refill, removal or reapplication. It is simply removal of colour and repainting.

RBB has a 3-step decontamination process for tools. All metal implements and drill bits are cleaned, disinfected and sterilised above the local council requirements. We have a Class B, TGA-approved autoclave in salon, which offers medical level sterilisation. All single-use tools are disposed of.

RBB's application and removal processes will not cause damage to your nails as we are well-skilled, experienced and use high quality products. We do not rush through appointments. This is reflected in our pricing. RBB strives for a safe, hygienic, luxurious service.

However, damage can be caused by:

- going too long between appointments

- being rough with nails or experiencing trauma

- picking, pulling or biting nails off

- attempting to apply or remove nails at home