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What our gels are made of, allergy info, sustainability & who can wear Glaize gels

What are Glaize stick-on gels made of?

Our stick-on gels are made from UV gel which we've developed from scratch in the UK. We've developed a unique gel formula that not only incorporates bio-based materials, making it more sustainable than traditional manicures, but also offers high-perf

What does toxin-free mean?

Our gels are free from toluene, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, Xylene, parabens, animal by-products and fragrance.

Do Glaize gels contain acrylates?

Our gels are mainly made up of methacrylates. The gels are fully cured, which means that the methacrylates are locked into the gels, so they shouldn't come into contact with the nail. Most allergic reactions occur because of uncured methacrylates. We

Are your gels vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes they are, and we wouldn't have it any other way!

Can I wear Glaize gels if I'm pregnant?

Yes, Glaize gels are safe to wear during pregnancy.

What are you doing to become more sustainable?

We’re striving to make our products and packaging as sustainable as possible. Our unique gel formula is currently up to 40% bio-based, which makes it more sustainable than traditional manicures, and we'll continue to improve our formulations regularl

I'm allergic to gel nails, will Glaize gels be safe for me to wear?

Our gels are mainly made up of methacrylates. The gels that you receive are fully cured, which means that the methacrylates are locked into the gels, so they shouldn't come into contact with the nail. Most allergic reactions occur because of uncured

Can I wear Glaize gels on holiday/swimming?

Yes, Glaize gels are safe to wear on holiday, including on the beach and in swimming pools. We would recommend applying your gels at least 24 hours before going swimming, to allow the gels time to fully bond to your nails.

Are Glaize gels suitable for children?

Our gels can be worn from age 5+.

Do I need to send in photos of my toes/feet for pedicure gels?

No need to send in photos of your feet! Our stick-on gel pedicures come in standard-sizing only, which means you'll receive 36 individual gels in a range of sizes. Simply choose the best size for each toe, and apply.

Where are Glaize gels made?

Glaize gels are made in our UK factory.

How does it work?

Ordering your made-to-measure gel manicure couldn't be simpler! Here's how it works:. 1. Add your chosen colour to cart and check out (make sure you select 'made-to-measure' if you would like your gels custom-sized, otherwise you can choose the stand

How long do Glaize gels last?

Glaize gels last up to 2 weeks. Some customers get over 3 weeks' wear from their gels, whereas others may get closer to 7 days, depending on factors such as your lifestyle, nail length and shape and how well they've been applied.

Are Glaize gels reusable?

No, Glaize gels can only be used once each. You will receive 5 spare gels if you order a made-to-measure set, and a range of gels to choose from if you order standard-sized.

Will Glaize gels make my nails longer?

Glaize gels are designed to sit on top of your natural nails, and don't add any length. They are flexible in texture in order to mould to your natural nail shape, and any excess length needs to be removed by clipping or filing.