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Perfect Formula Gel Coat

What it is:A clear, protein rich nail coating that strengthens, seals, and protects.What it does:This "Suit of Armor" creates a clear coating that strengthens and hardens natural nails so they can grow beautifully long and strong. This keratin-rich formula can be worn alone or layered over your favorite nail color.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Phthalates- GMOs- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:The owner of one of the largest manufacturers of nail polish formulated Gel Coat to address her own problems with nails that split and broke. She was so pleased with the results that she created the Perfect Formula brand to help other women achieve strong, beautiful nails.
Average Rating:
4.123 out of 5
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114 reviews
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70
4 stars
17
3 stars
10
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5
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Review 1 for Gel Coat
goofyrn
Location:Mechanicsville, VA
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:over 54
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Nail Gel
-05.05.13
Quick Take: nail gel
It works well on soft nails but need to be persistant since it peels on them. Otherwise works well.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Gel Coat
jkt23
Location:Dallas, TX
Skin Tone:Olive
Eye Color:Green
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
officially addicted
-04.01.13
I am addicted to this product and I have only been using it for a week! I purchased this product to strengthen my nails because they always tend to break once they begin to get long. I used this item as a base coat and top coat last week and my manicure is still going strong. I spend all day on the computer for work and do CrossFit 3-4 times a week and my manicure held up! I highly recommend this product to anyone who needs assistance strengthening their nails or is seeking a long lasting manicure!
0points
1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Gel Coat
shawntak
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Worth the $$$
-02.10.13
Yes, the price may put off; but this is the first time in over a year my nails have grown over the tips of my fingers! My nails began peeling in layers last year. Dernotologist suggested biotin which I took every day. No success with that or Bariel, or Nailtique, Nailtek, Sallly Handsen, you name it I tried it! Buying my second bottles in pink and clear; I use one coat of each and it does not chip or peel.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Gel Coat
cw2843
Location:Texas
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love It!
-02.04.13
I went years wearing fake nails and decided to take them off and grow my own. This formula has helped strengthen my nails so that I can grow them. I have ordered this several times and love it- even if it is a bit expensive! Worth the money and I will continue to use it!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Gel Coat
chanphi
Location:Shark City, Ca
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
really works
-01.04.13
I chew my nails, always have. My nails have never ever been long in my life until I started using this. Immediately my nails are stronger. I still chew on my nails but they don't break anymore. This stuff really stays on and doesn't chip. After only a week my nails have grown long enough that I actually painted them red and they look long and nice. I am very pleased. I was hesitant before purchasing because of the price but this has worked so well I am willing to spend the money to try their other products as well.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Gel Coat
rddvl
Location:Duquesne PA
Age:45-54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
good for in between polishes....
-01.03.13
when your nails need a break, this is a good place to take them....it's a nice way to give them shine, dries quickly, and does not chip or wear like most clear/base coats....i also have the pink gel but it has an odd tint and seems to affect the color of any polish put over it....this does not..... however, this formula does not strengthen or harden my natural nails to promote growth so i cannot give this 5 stars for that reason......i do like the strength it gives them while wearing this gel coat and the pink gel formula also....
0points
1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Gel Coat
clarke1950
Location:Marlton, NJ
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
I love this product
-12.17.12
Quick Take: awesome
I have been using this product for over one year now - I put it on after a manicure and it keeps my polish chip free for almost two weeks. I also find that my nails break less often since using this product. I highly recommend trying this gel coat.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Gel Coat
toocoolmomma
Location:Garrettsville, OH
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Absolute perfection
-11.11.12
Quick Take: a miracle product
This stuff is seriously awesome! It grows my nails to ridiculous lengths. No more peeling, no more cracking... I actually have to cut them.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Gel Coat
dgrr
Location:Southlake, Texas
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Gel Coat is Amazing!
-09.25.12
This gel coat is simply amazing. I had been wearing gel nails for a couple of months before and after my daughter's wedding and my nails were ruined, gel coat fixed them! They quit peeling when I started using it and just became more and more healthy. I would recommend this to anyone. For a quick manicure with no fuss this does the trick also
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Gel Coat
blondebabe
Location:Weston, FL.
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
A MIRACLE
-08.25.12
Quick Take: a gift from the heavens, totally works
I have very bad nails and I mean bad!!! Recently I had a gel manicure and was totally amazed - it was exactly what I needed for my nails to look good-later I went into my "drawer of tricks" and found Perfect Formula Gel Coat" which I had forgotten about and started using it on my horrible toe nails-
being more aware at this point due to ugly nails I realized what this gel coat was all about-$500% pleased-will be purchasing again. To me it's the Holy Graille for nails.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Gel Coat
BeauteeCutee
Location:Kihei, Maui, HI
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
-07.18.12
Quick Take: strong, long lasting
I love how durable this makes my nails and my nail color lasts, but I was not a fan of how long it took my nails to dry. My nails seemed to grow since this clear coat protected them from breakage
+6points
6out of 6found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Gel Coat
starmum
Location:Beverly Hills, CA
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Fantabulous
-06.26.12
this is a great gel - it goes on easily and dries super fast and really does resist chipping and lets your nails grow. I like natural looking nails and this keeps them long and strong.
+1point
2out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Gel Coat
jsierra
Location:Charlotte NC
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:over 54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Good job
-06.16.12
Good adhesion and nail strengthening. Goes on smoothly and dries quickly. I'd like to try the pink gel next.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Gel Coat
gladues
Location:Sioux Falls, SD
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love it!!
-03.18.12
Quick Take: fantastic
I love this stuff. Normally I have trouble getting my nails to grow nicely without the use of products that can irritate my skin. This stuff is wonderful! I will keep purchasing it as long as it is available.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Gel Coat
joanna896
Location:Seaford, NY
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Good but not amazing
-02.23.12
I read a few reviews before I purchased this but I was still slightly disappointed. It may be too soon to tell how great it can be. I like how thick it is and it does provide a coating on my nails. However, I dont think it has been making my nails any stronger.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Gel Coat
laini1
Location:Saskatchewan Canada
Skin Tone:Light
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Thank you Perfect Formula!
-02.20.12
took off my gel nails about a year ago and had nothing but problems with tearing, breaking, peeling, etc. until I bought this! Saved my nails! I am even able to grow some length - WOW. I just keep adding another layer of the formula every day or so, then start fresh once a week.
+5points
5out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Gel Coat
rubykix7
Location:Corvallis, OR
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Olive
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Strengthening
-01.31.12
Quick Take: strengthening
This stuff did a good job of strengthening my nails and taking the yellow out. It's not as thick as a base coat usually looks, but I use it as one anyway.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Gel Coat
dhmes
Location:Irving, Texas
Age:45-54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
-01.29.12
This is a great everyday polish and gives fragile nails a little help. It also stays on better than most clear polishes.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Gel Coat
aaaargh
Location:Chicago
Skin Type:Dry
Skin Tone:Light
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Not what I was looking for
-01.21.12
This looks/smells like plain old clear fingernail polish. I was looking for a natural product that might nourish my weak, splitting nails, not a chemical cover-up.
-5points
5out of 15found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Gel Coat
nj2va2nc
Location:Stafford, VA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best out there
-01.14.12
Quick Take: fantastic
I had tried everything to have pretty natural nails and nothing worked, until now. I had just removed tips and my nails were a mess...I starting using the gel coat...once a day...every week...as stated in the directions. Now people ask me if my nails are real. And they ARE! Try it--worth every penny.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
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