Frequently asked questions
What is OPI Intelli-Gel?
OPI Intelli-Gel is a hybrid gel system that brushes on with easy control and cures under an LED lamp. Paired with OPI Super Base Coat and Super Gloss Top Coat, it gives up to three weeks of high-shine, chip-resistant wear.
Do I need a lamp to use these sets?
Yes, Intelli-Gel cures under an LED lamp. If you do not own one, choose a Basic Kit, which includes the nail lamp. If you already have an LED lamp, buy a combo set and skip paying for another lamp.
What comes in an OPI Intelli-Gel Basic Kit?
A Basic Kit includes an Intelli-Gel color, OPI Super Base Coat, Super Gloss Top Coat, and an LED nail lamp, so you have everything to do gel nails at home in one order.
What is in an Intelli-Gel combo set?
Each combo set has a 0.5 oz Super Base Coat, a 0.5 oz Intelli-Gel color, and a 0.5 oz Super Gloss Top Coat. It is the full three-step system without a lamp, matched by OPI so the base, color, and top work together.
How long does an OPI Intelli-Gel manicure last?
Cured correctly under an LED lamp with thin coats, expect up to three weeks of wear before you notice chipping or lifting.
Are these wholesale prices?
Yes. Every kit and set ships at wholesale pricing with no minimum order, for salons and at-home users alike. Free shipping applies to orders over $100.
OPI Intelli-Gel Starter Kits & Sets
This is the one place to start gel nails with OPI. Every set here uses the OPI Intelli-Gel system, a hybrid gel that brushes on with easy control and cures under an LED lamp for up to three weeks of high-shine, chip-resistant wear. Pick a complete Basic Kit that comes with its own nail lamp, or grab a three-step combo set to use with the lamp you already own. Both give you salon-quality results for your own kit or your studio, at wholesale prices with no minimum.
Two ways to buy
| Set | What is inside | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Kit + Nail Lamp | Super Base Coat, an Intelli-Gel color, Super Gloss Top Coat, and an LED nail lamp | Anyone new to gel who needs the lamp too | $239.85 |
| Intelli-Gel Combo Set | Super Base Coat (0.5 oz), Intelli-Gel color (0.5 oz), Super Gloss Top Coat (0.5 oz) | Anyone who already has an LED lamp | $44.85 |
What is in a Basic Kit
The Basic Kit is the complete starter. It pairs one iconic Intelli-Gel shade with OPI Super Base Coat and Super Gloss Top Coat, then adds the LED lamp that cures every layer. You get the full prep-to-shine routine plus the hardware in one buy, so there is no guessing which lamp or coats to pair. Kits come in OPI's most loved shades, including Bubble Bath, Funny Bunny, Alpine Snow, and Lincoln Park After Dark.
What is in a Combo Set
Each combo set is the three-step system without the lamp: a 0.5 oz Super Base Coat for adhesion and a smooth foundation, a 0.5 oz Intelli-Gel color, and a 0.5 oz Super Gloss Top Coat for a durable, glossy finish. It is the easy way to add colors to your collection once you own an LED lamp, and every set is matched by OPI so the base, color, and top always work together.
How to pick the right set
- New to gel: start with a Basic Kit so you get the lamp, base, color, and top in one order.
- Already own an LED lamp: buy Intelli-Gel combo sets and skip paying for another lamp.
- Building a color wardrobe: stock several combo sets at wholesale so you always have the shade a client asks for.
- Gifting or a first-timer at home: a Basic Kit is a complete, ready-to-use present.
How to apply
- Prep and lightly buff the natural nail, then wipe clean.
- Brush on a thin layer of OPI Super Base Coat and cure under the LED lamp.
- Apply two thin coats of your Intelli-Gel color, curing after each coat.
- Seal with Super Gloss Top Coat and cure one last time for high shine.
Pro tip: keep every layer thin. Thin coats cure evenly, last longer, and stay chip-free.
Wear and care
- Expect up to three weeks of high-shine, chip-resistant wear when cured under an LED lamp.
- Wear gloves for cleaning and dishes to protect the finish.
- To remove, soak in acetone rather than peeling, so you keep the natural nail healthy.
Wholesale pricing at ND Nail Supply
Every OPI Intelli-Gel kit and set here ships at wholesale pricing with no minimum order, whether you are stocking a salon or building your own kit at home. Free shipping applies to orders over $100. Buy the lamp once, then reorder combo sets as your color menu grows.
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