American Soft Gel Tips – Long Coffin – Professional Nail Extensions

Are you looking for American tips for long, elegant and professional-looking nail extensions?

LuluNails Soft Gel Tips Long Coffin are designed to create pre-shaped extensions using the American application technique.

Unlike traditional tips, which only extend part of the nail, full-coverage American tips cover the entire natural nail plate and already have a predefined shape.

They make it easier to create uniform extensions, whilst minimising the work required to shape the nails.

A long Ballerina shape, also known as Coffin

The Coffin shape, highly sought-after in nail salons, is characterised by its gradually tapering sides and straight tip.

In France, it is also known as the Ballerina shape.

LuluNails Long Coffin tips allow you to create looks suited to different styles:

• Elegant and natural nude nails

• French manicure on long nails

• Baby Boomer with a pink and white gradient

• Milky White nails

• Coloured semi-permanent nail varnish

• Nail art, chrome effects and decorations

This shape is particularly suitable for those looking for a long manicure with a refined finish.

150 American-style tips in 15 different sizes

The LuluNails set includes:

• 150 Soft Gel Tips

• 15 sizes numbered from 0 to 14

• 10 tips per size

• Shape: Long Coffin / Long Ballerina

• Type: full-coverage American tips

Choosing the right size is essential to ensure correct positioning on the natural nail.

A correctly selected tip should cover the width of the nail without exerting excessive pressure on the sides.

Why choose LuluNails American tips?

Soft Gel Tips offer a practical solution for creating an extension using a pre-formed structure.

Their main advantages:

• Pre-defined long coffin shape

• Wide range of sizes in a single box

• Suitable for the American installation technique

• Option to customise the finish

• Suitable for professional or personal use once you have learnt the technique

• Reduces the amount of sculpting work required compared to certain traditional extensions

Thanks to their pre-shaped design, American tips allow you to spend more time on preparing and decorating the nails.

How do you apply American-style tips using LuluNails Soft Gel Tips?

Step 1 – Prepare the natural nails

Clean the nails, gently push back the cuticles and prepare the surface according to the protocol for the system being used.

Remove any dust and check that the surface is clean and dry.

Step 2 – Select the correct sizes

For each finger, choose a tip suited to the width of the natural nail.

The tip must fit correctly at the sides, without having to be forced on.

Step 3 – Prepare the tips

Prepare the inner bonding area in accordance with the recommendations for the Soft Gel Tips system being used.

This step ensures a secure bond.

Step 4 – Attach the American-style tips

Apply an adhesive compatible with the tips and the chosen protocol.

For a UV/LED American application system, use a suitable bonding gel and cure with a compatible lamp in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Avoid air bubbles and ensure that any uncured gel does not come into contact with the skin.

Step 5 – Customise the manicure

Once the tips are securely attached, apply the desired finish:

LuluNails semi-permanent polish, French manicure, Baby Boomer, nude effect, milky white or nail art.

Finish with a compatible top coat to achieve the desired finish.

American tips or classic tips: what’s the difference?

Classic tips are usually attached to part of the natural nail, then incorporated into a gel or acrygel build.

Soft Gel Tips American tips, on the other hand, cover the entire nail and already have a pre-formed structure.

This feature allows an extension to be created without having to sculpt the entire shape from a template.

The choice depends on the technique you have mastered, the desired shape and the characteristics of the natural nail.

LuluNails Soft Gel Tips – A Belgian brand specialising in nail care

LuluNails is a Belgian brand offering products, accessories and equipment for manicure enthusiasts and nail care professionals.

Based in the Liège region, LuluNails supports customers looking for materials for American-style nail applications, gel nail extensions and manicures using semi-permanent nail varnish.

Find Long Coffin American capsules as well as a selection of nail care products at LuluNails.be, with delivery to Belgium, France and other European countries subject to the website’s terms and conditions.

FAQ – LuluNails American Nail Tips

What is the difference between American nail tips and traditional nail tips?

American tips are full extensions that cover the entire nail plate. Traditional tips are generally used to extend part of the nail before building a full extension.

What is the Long Coffin shape?

‘Long Coffin’ refers to a long nail shape with tapered sides and a straight tip. In France, this shape is also known as the ‘long ballerina’.

How many tips are there in the LuluNails box?

The box contains 150 American-style tips in 15 sizes, from 0 to 14, with 10 tips per size.

Can Soft Gel Tips be used on short nails?

Yes, provided the tip can be correctly fitted and secured to a healthy natural nail. The size, curve and application method must be adapted accordingly.

Should you use glue or a fixing gel?

UV/LED Soft Gel Tips systems generally use a specific fixing gel. Some tips may be designed for other bonding methods. It is important to check the compatibility of the bonding product before use.

Can semi-permanent nail polish be applied to American-style tips?

Yes. After correct application and proper surface preparation, the tips can be coated with a compatible semi-permanent polish, followed by a top coat.

Are American tips suitable for beginners?

They can be used by beginners who have learnt the technique. Preparation, sizing, application and removal require a good level of skill to protect the natural nails.

Can you create a French manicure or a Baby Boomer look on Coffin tips?

Yes. Their long shape is particularly well-suited to French manicures, Baby Boomer ombre effects and creative designs.

What is the difference between Soft Gel Tips and Gel-X?

Soft Gel Tips is a general term for the flexible tips used in certain American-style application systems. Gel-X is the name of a specific commercial system. LuluNails tips are sold under their own brand name.

Where can you buy American-style tips in Belgium?

LuluNails Long Coffin American nail tips are available on LuluNails.be, a Belgian shop specialising in professional nail care products and equipment.