Gel Nail Polish

Clear Rubber Base Coat

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
342 Reviews
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The flexible foundation that moves with you.

Rubber Base Coat flexes with your nails to help prevent lifting, cracking, and chipping. Ideal for soft, thin or bendy nails, its unique rubber-like qualities allow it to move naturally with your nails, helping to prevent your manicure from pulling away.

Thicker than regular Base Coat, its self-levelling formula smooths imperfections and is perfect for flaky, brittle, or uneven nails. Creating a more even and flexible base for your gel polish to adhere to, use in place of your regular Base Coat, and continue your mani as usual.

Features:

  • Bends and moves naturally with your nails, helping to prevent lifting, cracking and chipping.
  • Supports soft, thin, or bendy nails with its flexible formula.
  • Self-levelling to smooth imperfections and create an even base for your gel polish.
  • Creates a strong bond between your nails and gel polish for lasting wear.

Builder Gel vs. Rubber Base Coat

  1. Prep & dehydrate your nails.
    Optionally, apply pH Bond & Nail Primer.
  2. Apply Base Coat & cure under the Gel Nail Lamp.
    Optionally, apply Builder Gel.
  3. Apply 1-3 coats of Colour Coat & cure each coat under the Gel Nail Lamp.
  4. Apply Top Coat & cure under the Gel Nail Lamp.
  5. Apply Cuticle Oil.

For more detailed guidance, visit our How It Works page or browse Gelous nail tutorials on YouTube.

  • Bottle Size: 10mL.
  • Coverage: Clear.
  • Ingredients: Acrylates Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate, Isobornyl Acrylate, Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, N,N-Dimethylacrylamide, Bis(2-methacryloyloxyethyl) Phosphate, Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide, Phosphoric Acid, Citronellol.
  • Colour Accuracy: Colours may appear differently on screen than in person due to differences in display settings, lighting, and skin tone.
  • Compatibility: Designed to cure with the Gelous Gel Nail Lamp and formulated to work seamlessly with all other Gelous Gel Nail Polish products.
  • Skin Contact: Avoid Gel Nail Polish touching your skin—wipe off immediately if this occurs.
  • UV Protection: Wearing Anti-UV Gloves or applying SPF 15–30 minutes before curing is a simple habit many customers use.
  • Use Gel Nail Polish away from sun and your Gel Nail Lamp when turned on.
  • Wipe bottle rims after use and close lids tightly.
  • Store upright in a cool, dark area with a steady temperature (avoid bathrooms). 
  • Ships within 1–2 business days. Delivered in 1–3 business days within NZ.
  • Free NZ shipping on orders over $100.
  • Pick-up available at our Auckland store—select at checkout.
  • 30-day money-back guarantee on all Starter Kits.
  • For full details visit our Shipping Policy and Returns Policy.

Gel Manicure Results That Last

From smooth prep to chip-free colour and healthy growth—see how long-lasting Gelous gel nails really look.

1

Prep

Smooth, clean nails ready for long-lasting gel adhesion.

2

Paint

Rich, even colour with a glossy, salon-quality finish.

3

Growth

Healthy, chip-free wear that lasts beautifully over time.

Customers say this base coat provides exceptional longevity, with manicures lasting 3-4 weeks. Many note its thicker consistency helps smooth uneven nails. Users with flexible nails especially appreciate how it moves with their natural nail movement.
4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 342 reviews
97%would recommend this product
Total 5 star reviews: 311 Total 4 star reviews: 21 Total 3 star reviews: 3 Total 2 star reviews: 4 Total 1 star reviews: 3
342 reviews
  • LM
    Laurel M.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    1 week ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    I love this!

    I've used this a lot and so far I'm really happy with it. I use two coats and find that it gives my nails a lot more strength but without being inflexible. Highly recommend this product!

  • SL
    Sally L.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    3 weeks ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Must have!!

    If you have soft and weak nails, this is a must have. It absolutely helps retention for nails to last several weeks. I use a thin coat of this and then apply builder gel on top for lasting results.

    (Photo to show retention results using Gelous rubber base)

  • AM
    Azriah M.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    1 month ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Rubber base and top coat

    I purchased both the rubber base and top coat as I have thin nails that break. Reading all the tips on the Gelous site helped me make my decision and im glad I did. I work with my hands daily, my job is in the rural sector and I do gardening and fishing in my spare time so the extra flex in the rubber coats are definitely needed for me. I was skeptical at first but my nails bend and my colour's are still holding strong with no cracks or lifting. Definitely recommend these products.

  • ML
    Megan L.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    6 months ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Need to have!

    Every kit needs one of these. Great flexibility for a base layer.

  • DD
    Debbie D.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    8 months ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Recommend

    I’ve weak nails and found this base coat to be best. Texture is a bit thick so can be a bit hard to apply tin layer.

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