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Master Soft & Hard Gel Extension Techniques
Advance your nail artistry with professional gel overlay and extension techniques. In this intensive 6-hour workshop, learn both soft gel overlay and hard gel extension with paper forms—building structured, durable enhancements with Lola Lee’s premium gel systems.
What you will learn
- Soft Gel Overlay Mastery: Create natural overlays with base gel application, volume control, and apex shaping.
- Gel System Product Knowledge: Understand materials, tools, and proper product selection for soft and hard gel applications.
- Nail Surface Preparation: Perfect post-manicure prep techniques for long-lasting gel adhesion.
- Hard Gel Extension with Paper Forms: Master paper form placement, fitting, and building structured extensions.
- Apex Control & Structure Building: Create proper nail architecture with correct apex placement and gel layering.
- Filing & Refinement Techniques: Shape and refine extensions using hand files and e-file for professional finish.
- Maintenance & Safe Removal: Learn maintenance tips and safe soft gel removal without natural nail damage.
- Top Coat Application: Achieve glossy, professional finishing and post-extension care protocols.
What you can become
- Gel Extension Specialist: Offer premium gel overlay and extension services in salons or as a freelancer.
- Lola Lee Certified Gel Technician: Gain credibility with Lola Lee's recognized gel system training.
- Salon Enhancement Artist: Provide clients with durable, natural-looking gel enhancements.
- Foundation for Advanced Techniques: Build skills for polygel, nail art, and complex extension designs.
Course Modules
Full-Day Breakdown
Morning: Soft Gel Overlay
Product Knowledge
▸ Introduction to soft gel & overlay materials
▸ Uses, differences, and safety guidelines
▸ Understanding how each product supports nail strength
Soft Gel Application
▸ Preparing natural nails
▸ Shaping and surface preparation
▸ Correct soft gel application to strengthen and structure the nail
Overlay Technique
▸ Full overlay application
▸ UV/LED curing
▸ How to control product thickness while keeping a natural nail shape
Shaping & Filing
▸ Final shaping and refining
▸ Ensuring balance, symmetry, and a strong natural apex
▸ Building clean, salon-ready structure
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Practice & Q&A
â–¸ Hands-on practice on model hands
â–¸ Troubleshooting & correction
â–¸ Preparing students for the next step: hard gel application
â–¸ Open Q&A with instructor guidance
Afternoon: Hard Gel Extension with Paper Form
Product Knowledge
â–¸ Introduction to hard gel systems
â–¸ Understanding paper forms, sizing & placement
â–¸ Safety & product control essentials
Paper Form Application on Model
▸ Step-by-step form fitting on natural nails
▸ Ensuring balance, symmetry, and correct alignment
▸ Creating a stable base for hard-gel extensions
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Hard Gel Application
▸ Complete hard-gel building technique
▸ Avoiding air bubbles & product lifting
▸ Smooth and safe application without damaging the natural nail
One-Color Application
▸ Applying clean, even gel color over the extensions
▸ Proper curing and finishing for a professional look
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Correction & Q&A
▸ Instructor corrections and refinements
▸ Troubleshooting common mistakes
▸ Open Q&A session
Duration
1 Days | 6 Hours (Morning & Afternoon Sessions)
Prerequisite
Russian Manicure knowledge recommended (or Day 1 completion)
Certification
 Dual Certification – L’Amour Institute of Beauty & Lola Lee Professional Training
Course Material
Gel Overlay Tool Kit, Paper Forms, Course Book, Technique Guides
After Course Benefits
Career guidance, alumni network, exclusive industry event access, continued support, exclusive offers on professional products
Price
AED 1800 - 2700
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