IN.HYPE Soft #4 Builder Gel — Medium Viscosity UV/LED Hard Gel for Sculpting Extensions & Overlays, File-Off Removal

IN.HYPE Soft #4 is a medium-viscosity UV/LED hard/builder gel formulated for sculpting nail extensions, creating durable overlays, and reinforcing natural nails while allowing file-off removal.

Designed for professional nail technicians, IN.HYPE Soft #4 combines a balanced consistency with strong adhesion and a smooth finish to speed up sculpting and overlay workflows. It cures under both UV and LED lamps and can be removed by filing off, making it suitable for technicians who prefer a non-soak removal method. The gel’s texture holds shape well on forms and tips and levels sufficiently for polished results without excessive self-leveling.

How does this gel help when building extensions?

Soft #4 holds structure on nail forms but remains workable long enough to sculpt arches, free edges, and layered extension shapes. Its medium thickness reduces sagging while allowing precise placement and contouring with a brush.

• Medium viscosity ideal for sculpting arches and C-curve retention
• Adheres well to forms and tips for secure extensions
• Cures quickly under UV/LED for efficient service times

Can I use it as an overlay to strengthen natural nails?

Yes—apply a thin to medium layer across the natural nail plate to add toughness and a smooth surface for polish or nail art. The gel reinforces weak nails without adding extreme thickness if applied in controlled layers.

• Creates a protective layer to reduce breakage from day-to-day wear
• Leaves a smooth base for lacquer, gel polish, or decorative finishes
• File-off removal means no soaking chemicals are required

What equipment and steps do technicians need to use this gel properly?

Work with a compatible LED or UV lamp, a quality gel brush, nail forms or tips, and files for finishing and removal. Prep the nail plate, sculpt or overlay in manageable sections, cure each layer fully, then file to shape and finish.

• Use a 36–48W LED or 36W UV lamp for reliable curing
• Prep: dehydrate, primer/bonder if needed, then apply gel
• Cure each layer per lamp guidelines; finish by filing to desired shape

Who is this product for? IN.HYPE Soft #4 suits professional nail artists and experienced at-home users who prefer a file-off hard gel for extensions and overlays. It’s especially useful for technicians who need a medium-bodied sculpting gel that balances hold and workability, and for clients seeking durable enhancement without soak-off removal. Choose this gel if you want reliable shaping, consistent curing under UV/LED, and clean file-off maintenance for long-lasting manicures.