Your Quick Guide to LE Bonding Agents | Fast, Effective Nail Prep & Better Adhesion

Which LE Bonding Agent is right for your client? Here’s the basics⬇️

When it comes to adhesion, it is important to note that many brands use ingredients such as HEMA monomer because it is good for adhesion and cheap and is therefore popular among many manufacturers that choose price over quality.

However, we choose to formulate without ingredients such as HEMA, HEA, IBOA and other ingredients known to be more likely to create an allergic response and therefore proper prep and the use of a bonding agent is key to maintaining long lasting gel nails with LE! 

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Here’s your quick reference guide! ⬇️
VitaPrime - An acid based primer for the client who always lifts

AirBond - Dehydrates the nail plate, best for clammy hands/humid climates

Tack - Most versatile, acts as a double sided sticky tape.

Powerbond - A bonding and base gel in one. Simply apply Powerbond to the natural nail or existing enhancement and skip straight to the color application!

Perfect for quick pedicures! Simply apply Powerbond, cure and apply your color directly on top.

P+ QDbase - Formulated to accelerate the soak-off for P+ Gel Polishes & JimmyGel in acetone while also providing adhesion to the natural nail.

Great Adhesion Starts With Great Prep

The right bonding agent is only part of the equation. Proper nail prep is the foundation for strong, lasting adhesion. Taking the time to thoroughly prep the natural nail helps create the ideal surface for your Light Elegance system and can help prevent common service issues like lifting.

Want to make sure you’re getting every step right? Download our FREE Perfect Nail Prep Guide for a simple, step-by-step checklist covering the essential tools, products, and techniques for prepping the natural nail before your service.

Because perfect nails start with perfect prep.

To learn how to achieve proper prep with Light Elegance gels, see the video below!

Plus, check out Jim's Chemist Corner series on Adhesion below!