Builder gel nails in Reservoir
Builder gel adds strength and structure to your nails. Keep your natural length, or add extensions in the shape and finish you choose. Choose from over 150 gel colours to finish your set.
At Halo Nails it's just you and Patty in her private studio, so there's time for careful prep and the small details that make a set look right.
Looking for BIAB-style nails? Choose a builder gel service below.
Choose your builder gel service
Pick the option that suits your nails right now.
Builder Gel Overlay – Natural Nails
$80 · 90 min
Strength and shape for your own nails, with no length added. Includes prep, builder gel, one colour or finish, and top coat.
Builder Gel Extensions – Full Set
$90 · 110 min
A new set with tips/extensions, finished in builder gel in your choice of shape, length and colour. Includes prep, tips/extensions, builder gel, and top coat.
Builder Gel Re-balance / Refill
$70 · 90 min
Keep your builder gel overlay or extensions looking fresh. Patty rebalances the grown-out areas and refreshes the finish.
Extras: French tips +$15 · Chrome +$15 · Cat eye +$20 · Nail art from +$15 · Existing product removal +$10. Add them when you book. Prices are a guide, and Patty confirms any change before she starts.
Your appointment
Before you come: Bring or send photos of any shapes, colours or designs you like.
With Patty: Patty checks your nails and talks through shape, length and colour, then takes her time with the prep and builder gel. You pay at the end.
Afterwards: Try not to pick or peel at the edges. If anything lifts or chips, text Patty a photo as soon as you can.
Clean, calm and private
Halo Nails is a council-registered home studio. Your appointment is one-on-one with Patty, without the rush.
Reusable metal tools are cleaned and heat-sterilised, then opened from a sealed pouch in front of you
Files, buffers and cuticle cutters are fresh for every client
The station is cleaned before you sit down
High-quality professional nail products
What clients say
Rated 4.9 on Google
Builder gel questions
Gel polish is colour on your natural nails. Builder gel also adds strength and shape, and can go on natural nails or with extensions. If you'd like stronger nails or more length, choose build
No. An overlay goes on your natural nails. Book extensions only if you'd like more length.
Patty recommends a re-balance about every 4 weeks. She'll let you know if your nails need different timing.
To keep a builder gel set, book a refill. If product needs to come off, add Existing product removal when you book so there's time for it. Patty can also refill or remove nails done at another salon. She'll check them first and tell you if a fresh set would give a better result.
Text Patty a photo of your nails and what you'd like on 0426 652 818, and she'll help you pick before you book.
Ready for stronger nails?
Halo Nails is at 37 Rubicon Street, Reservoir, in the Oakhill Estate. Open 7 days, by appointment. Free street parking out the front, or use the driveway if there's a space. A card holds your booking but isn't charged. Change or cancel free up to 24 hours before.