Polygel

Gelish Polygel is the hybrid nail enhancement system that has transformed professional nail extension services across New Zealand and around the world, combining the strength and durability of hard gel with the lightweight, flexible quality of acrylic in a single, easy-to-use formula that any professional nail technician can master.

Polygel works differently from both gel polish and acrylic. Applied directly from the tube using a brush and slip solution, the formula is shaped on the nail or on a dual form, then cured under a Gelish LED lamp to create a hard, durable extension or overlay. Unlike acrylic which requires precise liquid-to-powder ratios and starts hardening as soon as it is mixed, Polygel remains workable until you are ready to cure, giving you complete control over the shape without any time pressure.

The result is a nail enhancement that is significantly lighter and thinner than traditional acrylic, yet stronger and more rigid than standard gel polish. Polygel extensions feel comfortable and natural on the nail, with a flexibility that reduces the risk of breakage from everyday activity. The formula is also completely odourless, a significant advantage in a salon environment where traditional acrylic fumes require specialist ventilation.

Available in clear for natural and French finish work, soft nude and natural shades for skin-toned overlays, and cover pink for a polished all-over colour, the Gelish Polygel range covers every core colour requirement for professional nail extension services. Each shade can be worn alone for a natural finish or topped with any Gelish Soak-Off Gel Polish colour for a full colour service.

The Polygel system requires a brush, slip solution, dual forms for extensions, and a Gelish LED lamp for curing. All supporting products are available in the Polygel Essentials section. For confident home users, Polygel is achievable with practice, start with an overlay on natural nails before progressing to full extensions.

Shop the full Gelish Polygel range at Gelish NZ, New Zealand's official Gelish supplier, with fast nationwide delivery. For step-by-step guidance, visit our Education hub for Polygel tutorial videos.