Apres - Belladonna, FG20 (HEMA/TPO/TMPTA-Free), 15ml

Belladonna, poisonous and beautiful in equal measure — a name that fits neatly into the Enigmatic collection's habit of pairing something dangerous-sounding with genuine glamour. Same core formula as the rest of the range: reflective particles and iridescent flash glitter suspended in a red-to-burgundy base, part of the full Apres Gel Polish lineup.

What's actually happening in the bottle: two distinct particle types work together here — reflective flakes that bounce light directly back, and iridescent ones that shift color depending on the angle. That combination is what gives Belladonna its layered, multidimensional look rather than a flat, single-note sparkle.

Formula highlights:

• Full color payoff in two coats, no base shade required
• Self-leveling, thin-medium viscosity
• 30-second cure under an 18W+ LED lamp
• Built-in Brush-X applicator
• HEMA-free, TPO-free, TMPTA-free
• Works with the Gel-X system

Getting it on:

Gel-X Tips: Etch with Gel-X Prep → two thin coats, 30 sec cure each → seal with Builder Top Gelcoat or Non-Wipe Top Gelcoat, cure 30–60 sec.

Natural Nails: pH Bonder, air-dry (primer optional) → Base Gelcoat, cure 30 sec → two thin coats of Belladonna, 30 sec cure each → top coat, cure 30–60 sec.

Removal: E-file off the top coat and color, soak in pure acetone 10–20 minutes until jelly-soft, lift gently with a remover tool, buff residue, finish with cuticle oil.

Worth trying: encapsulate under Builder Top Gelcoat for extra depth, layer with an Enigmatic jelly shade for tinted sparkle or contrast, or add Heavenly Top Gelcoat for a holographic shift. Works equally well scaled down into gradients or accent nails.

Volume: 15mL. Cure: 30 sec per coat. Yield: ~50–75 manicures. Shelf life: 24 months. For professional use only.

Do the reflective and iridescent particles behave differently in the bottle? Yes — reflective flakes bounce light back directly, while iridescent ones shift tone with viewing angle, which is what gives Belladonna its layered depth rather than a single flat sparkle.