Exceptional adhesion for any nail enhancement, in Stellar's 3-Free formula. 10-Free, plus HEMA, TPO and HPMA-free No heat spike Super strong bond Engineered to last up to 4 weeks UV and LED curable Made in USA What it is Stellar Bond Base 3-Free is Stellar's super-sticky bond base, formulated without HEMA, TPO, or HPMA. It eliminates the need to etch, seals lift lines, and works on both natural nails and artificial tips. Applied with a quick scrub-in technique and cured in just 30 seconds, with no heat spike. Made in USA. Perfect for Maximizing adhesion on natural nails, tips, and forms, hard-to-hold clients prone to lifting, techs and clients sensitive to HEMA/TPO, and use under Structure Gel 2.0, Rubber Base, or any Stellar gel color. Product snapshot Adhesion strength ★★★★★ Viscosity ★★★★★ Heat during cure (low) ★★★★★ Ease of application ★★★★☆ Beginner friendly ★★★★☆ Durability ★★★★★ How to apply Prep the natural nail (cuticles, buff, shape, dehydrate/cleanse). Apply a thin layer of Stellar Bond Base, scrubbing it into the nail. Cure 30 seconds in the Stellar Shine Anywhere UV/LED Lamp. Apply your Stellar gel color, Structure Gel 2.0, or Rubber Base. Finish with Stellar Shine Top, cured per its instructions. Pair with Structure Gel 2.0 (any shade), Rubber Base 3-Free, Stellar Shine Top 3-Free, and cuticle oil. FAQ Is it HEMA-free?Yes, formulated without HEMA, TPO, and HPMA. How long should I cure it?30 seconds in the Stellar Shine Anywhere UV/LED Lamp. Does it get hot during cure?No heat spike. Do I need to etch the nail first?No, this formula eliminates the need to etch. Can I use it under any Stellar structure gel or color?Yes. Ingredients Isopropylideneiphenyl Bisoxyhydroxypropyl Methacrylate, BIS-HEA Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-9/IPDI Copolymer, Isobutyl Methacrylate. Vegan and cruelty-free. Made in USA. For professional use only. Curing guide Stellar Bond Base 30 sec Applied first, before gel color, structure gel, or Rubber Base. Cure in the Stellar Shine Anywhere UV/LED Lamp. Professional results Engineered for up to 4 weeks of wear as part of the complete Stellar system, with reduced lifting thanks to the etch-free bond. We strive to show accurate colors in our product images, but they may vary slightly depending on your screen settings and resolution. Show off your #stellarnails! Tag @stellar_gel on Instagram, we love sharing your amazing looks! {"@context":"https://schema.org/","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"Is it HEMA-free?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, formulated without HEMA, TPO, and HPMA."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How long should I cure it?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"30 seconds in the Stellar Shine Anywhere UV/LED Lamp."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Does it get hot during cure?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No heat spike."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do I need to etch the nail first?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, this formula eliminates the need to etch."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Can I use it under any Stellar structure gel or color?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes."}}]} {"@context":"https://schema.org/","@type":"HowTo","name":"How to apply Stellar Bond Base 3-Free","step":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Prep the nail","text":"Prep the natural nail (cuticles, buff, shape, dehydrate/cleanse)."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Apply Stellar Bond Base","text":"Apply a thin layer of Stellar Bond Base, scrubbing it into the nail."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Cure","text":"Cure 30 seconds in the Stellar Shine Anywhere UV/LED Lamp."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Apply color or structure gel","text":"Apply your Stellar gel color, Structure Gel 2.0, or Rubber Base."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Top coat","text":"Finish with Stellar Shine Top, cured per its instructions."}]}