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Overview
MYLEE 5 in 1 Builder Base Strengthening Gel sits on our manicure & pedicure shelf, where the ranking comes from what buyers actually said rather than from what the box says. From the seller's own listing: 5-in-1 product – Achieve longer and stronger nails with the Mylee 5-in-1 Builder Gel, expertly formulated to ensure long-lasting and salon-quality results. Simply brush on like ordinary polish to protect and help grow your natural nail length. Alternatively, use with a Mylee Paper Form to build up artificial length on the spot. That is the maker talking, not us, so read it as a claim rather than a finding. 21,350 ratings put it at 4.3 out of 5. The comparison with the rest of the shelf follows.
The typical manicure & pedicure product on our shelf scores 4.4 out of 5, measured across 48 rated products. This one comes in at 4.3. That's inside the bottom quarter of the shelf. It isn't a warning, but better-rated options do sit alongside it at similar money, so you would want a specific reason to pick this one.
Behind that score sit 21,350 ratings, against a shelf median of 6,962. With that many opinions behind it the score won't move much, and it is difficult to manipulate. That is exactly why volume carries weight in our ranking.
The shelf runs from £1.74 to £16.99 and the midpoint is about £5.99. On price, this one is in the top third. Paying above the middle of the shelf needs a reason the star rating does not supply, because on ratings alone the extra money is not buying an advantage here.
Ratings gathered from public product pages at UK retailers. We link to each source so you can check.
Key features, as the manufacturer lists them
Taken from the product listing via Amazon's product API. These are the seller's claims, not our test results.
5-in-1 product – Achieve longer and stronger nails with the Mylee 5-in-1 Builder Gel, expertly formulated to ensure long-lasting and salon-quality results. This multi-use product allows you to shape, attach decals or jewels, lengthen your nails by up to 1cm, as well as provide a protective base coat or a long-lasting top coat
Easy to apply – simply brush on like ordinary polish to protect and help grow your natural nail length. Alternatively, use with a Mylee Paper Form to build up artificial length on the spot
Lengthens and strengthens – This hard-wearing Builder Gel forms a strong and protective layer that fortifies weak nails, helping them to grow healthy, strong and long. For super-sleek talons, it can also be used to easily extend nails to your preferred length and shape. A high-gloss finish creates the perfect canvas to experiment with nail art
Ideal for nail art – Take your manis to the next level by incorporating 3D nail art into your designs. For a touch of bling, this super-strength Builder Gel is perfect for attaching your nails with everything from jewels and decals to sparkly sequins. All it takes is a small brush to position your gems, a dot of BG to encapsulate and a lamp to cure. Unleash your creativity!
Easy to remove – This is formulated for a quick and easy removal. When it’s time to switch colours, simply file and soak off. Whether you’re at home or in the salon, it’s easy to achieve professional results, especially when used alongside other products in the Mylee range like the Mylee Gel Remover.