Gel Nail Polish - Shopping Time, 3 ml

Shopping Time Gel Polish, 3 ml by ReformA is a deep violet whose cool purple undertone gives it depth. Two coats make it opaque, and the mini bottle suits evening nails and accents.

The cool undertone pulls the violet towards berry, so it looks richer and darker than a lavender. It comes in a 3 ml bottle with a brush. Apply Shopping Time over a cured base and seal it with a top coat.

Specifications

• Product type: gel polish
• Colour: deep violet, cool purple undertone
• Coverage: opaque, full coverage in two coats
• Consistency: creamy, self-levelling
• Volume: 3 ml, bottle with a brush
• Adheres to: natural nails, builder gel, acrylic, polygel
• Formula: TPO-free, HEMA-free and Di-HEMA-free
• SKU: 944185
• Manufacturer: ReformA

Use it for

• Evening nails in one deep colour.
• A deep violet smile line on a light base.
• Accent nails and small designs from a 3 ml bottle.
• The same shade in a larger size: Shopping Time in a 10 ml bottle.

How to apply

1. Prep the cuticle area with Cuticle Remover: apply a small amount to the cuticle, gently push it back with an orange stick or a pusher and lift off the pterygium.
2. Prep the nail plate: degrease it with a cleanser such as Cleanser, then dehydrate it with Nail Prep. Duo Prep covers both steps in one product. Then apply Ultrabond Primer for better adhesion to the nail plate. The primer needs no curing, it air-dries.
3. Apply Rubber Base or Base Coat in one thin layer and cure.
4. Apply Shopping Time in one or two thin coats, curing each coat.
5. Finish with a top coat and cure according to its instructions.
6. Wait at least 60 seconds after curing the top coat before applying cuticle oil, so the top coat keeps its shine.

Gel polish curing time: 60-120 sec in an LED lamp, 30-60 sec in a 48 W dual LED lamp. Curing time depends on the power of the lamp and its LEDs, so check it separately for each product.

Frequently asked questions

Can I mix two gel polish colours together to create a new shade?
Yes, on a palette, ideally with shades from the same brand. Mix only as much as you need for one appointment, because a custom mix is hard to repeat exactly. A mini like Shopping Time is convenient here: a little deep violet darkens and cools a lighter shade.

How is Shopping Time different from Spring Note?
Both have a cool undertone and cover fully in two coats, but they differ in depth. Shopping Time is a deep violet with a berry lean, while Spring Note is a pastel violet with a cool lilac undertone. Shopping Time suits evening nails, Spring Note a lighter look.

Is a 3 ml bottle practical for a dark shade like Shopping Time?
Yes. Dark shades are often used for accents, French tips or a seasonal change rather than every set, so a small bottle is an easy way to keep one in your kit. Apply it in thin coats and cure each one, as with any deep colour.

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