GelCare
What is the gitti GelCare System and what makes it different?
gitti GelCare is our LED gel polish system. It combines the shine and durability of a gel manicure with the ease of a classic nail polish. The care is built into the colour itself, as the S.R²® Colour Care Complex, rather than added as a separate ste
How is GelCare different from classic UV gel polish?
The salon performance stays the same: full opacity, long wear, high-gloss shine. What's new is the colour formula with the S.R²® Colour Care Complex, the primer that replaces the base coat, and acetone-free removal with jojoba oil. You don't need hea
What's included in the GelCare System?
The system consists of Primer, Colour, Top Coat, Prep & Finish Cleanser and the acetone-free Gel Remover. For application and removal you also need a buffer, manicure sticks, clips and an LED lamp with 24 LEDs and up to 48W. Every product has its rol
Is GelCare vegan?
Yes. The entire GelCare System is 100% vegan and gluten-free. It is also fragrance-free.
What is the S.R²® Colour Care Complex?
The S.R²® Colour Care Complex is our triple-action care complex, built into every GelCare colour rather than applied as an extra step. S.R² stands for Strength. Resistance. Resilience.
When and where can I buy GelCare?
GelCare launches in our online shop on 26 October 2026 (week 44). Early Access orders will be delivered from 26 October. You'll find the latest news on our website and in our newsletter.
How do I apply the GelCare System?
In three steps: prepare, apply, seal.1. Push back your cuticles, remove any residue, lightly buff the nail surface with the 240-grit side of the buffer and clean your nails with the Prep & Finish Cleanser.2. Apply the primer along the nail edge and l
How much of GelCare is natural origin?
The natural origin content (NOC per ISO 16128) varies by product: 93% in the Primer, 45 to 55% in the Colours depending on shade, 21% in the High Gloss Top Coat, 98% in the Prep & Finish Cleanser and 100% in the Gel Remover.
Which ingredients are in the S.R²® Colour Care Complex, and what do they do?
Vegan keratin from quinoa, chickpea and lentil supports the nail structure. Biotin (vitamin B7) is known for its strengthening properties. Hyaluronic acid supports moisture balance and flexibility. Together, they support a healthier-looking, more res
Is GelCare suitable for sensitive nails?
GelCare is free from HEMA and, except for the Top Coat, also free from HPMA. The system is vegan and fragrance-free. Removal is acetone-free, with nourishing jojoba oil in the Gel Remover. We can't guarantee suitability for every individual sensitivi
How long does my GelCare manicure last?
With the complete GelCare System, your manicure lasts up to 21 days. Two innovations contribute to this: the primer bonds chemically with the nail surface instead of just forming a base layer, and the newly developed top coat forms a more densely cro
How does the primer work, and do I have to use it?
The primer replaces the base coat in GelCare. You apply it along the nail edge, it air-dries within a few seconds and needs no lamp. It bonds chemically with the nail surface and so provides better wear. That's why we recommend using it with every ma
Can I combine GelCare with my plantPRO products?
We don't recommend it in every combination, because the two formulas react differently. For reliable results, it's best to use the products within one system: either all PlantPRO or all GelCare.
What's in the GelCare Starter Set?
The Starter Set contains the LED lamp, a buffer, clips and a manicure sticks. It's a good fit if you're trying GelCare for the first time or giving it as a gift.
I react to classic gel polish, can I use GelCare?
A common cause of reactions to classic UV gel polish is HEMA. GelCare is HEMA-free. The Top Coat contains HPMA, all other products are HPMA-free. Because of individual sensitivities, we can't give a guarantee. If you have known allergies, test on one
How do I remove GelCare?
1. Lightly buff the centre of the top coat surface with the 100-grit side of the buffer. The top coat is strongly cross-linked, and buffing breaks up the “network”.2. Soak pads generously with the Gel Remover and secure them with clips.3. Leave the r
My manicure didn't last as long as stated. What did I do wrong?
Not necessarily anything. Wear depends on your individual nail condition, careful preparation and thin, precisely sealed layers. Next time, pay particular attention to the nail tips: that's where gel most often lifts first.
Which colours are available at launch?
There are 10 colours at launch: 01 aura white, 02 vanilla veil, 03 coral glow, 04 bare blush, 05 rosewood glaze, 06 rose clay, 07 cloud blue, 08 pure rouge, 09 dark ruby and 10 midnight velvet. Each gives full opacity in two coats. More colours will
What's the difference between GelCare and PlantPRO?
With PlantPRO, gitti showed that gel polish and a plant-inspired care approach go well together. GelCare builds on this experience and develops the system further in the areas users ask about most: longer wear, easier application and a measurable car
How do the structure and curing steps differ between GelCare and PlantPRO?
PlantPRO consists of a base coat, two coats of colour and a top coat. That is four curing steps, each 60 seconds. GelCare consists of a primer, two coats of colour and a top coat. The primer air-dries within seconds and needs no LED lamp. This means
Why is the care complex concentrated in the colour polish in GelCare?
In PlantPRO, the care ingredients are spread across the base coat, colour and top coat. In GelCare they are combined in the colour polish as the S.R²® Colour Care Complex, because the colour layer sits directly on the nail. The complex combines vegan
How is removal different from PlantPRO?
As with PlantPRO, you remove GelCare without acetone. The new formula contains nitrocellulose, a classic film former that can make solvent-based removal easier. Because the top coat is more strongly cross-linked, lightly buff the centre of the nail s
Can I keep using my PlantPRO lamp and cleanser?
Yes. PlantPRO and GelCare use the same LED lamp (minimum 36W, ideally 48W) and the same Prep & Finish Cleanser.
Is there a study on the effect of the care complex?
In a clinical study, nail hardness was on average 50% higher after three weeks of use and subsequent removal than at the start. The selected combination of active ingredients strengthens the nails while worn and even after removal.
What is nitrocellulose and why is it in GelCare?
Nitrocellulose is a classic film former. In the new GelCare formula, it can make solvent-based removal easier. You remove GelCare without acetone, using the Gel Remover and 15 minutes of soaking.
How many curing steps does GelCare have?
Three: two coats of colour and the top coat, each 60 seconds under the LED lamp. The primer air-dries within a few seconds and needs no lamp.
How should I prepare my nails?
Push back your cuticles, remove any residue and lightly buff the nail surface with the 240-grit side of the buffer. Then clean your nails thoroughly with the Prep & Finish Cleanser before you apply the primer and colour.
What should I look out for when applying?
Apply every product in thin layers. Thick layers cure less reliably and shorten wear. Don't remove the tacky layer between the colour coats, only after the top coat.
Which LED lamp do I need, and can I use my own?
The lamp should have at least 36W, ideally 48W. The lamp in the GelCare System has 24 LEDs and up to 48W, arranged so the light reaches every nail evenly. One layer cures in 60 seconds. Other lamps can differ a lot in wattage and arrangement. We reco
What does the GelCare Top Coat do?
The GelCare Top Coat has new cross-linking chemistry for longer wear. It forms a densely cross-linked, scratch-resistant finish with a plumping shine. Because it is more strongly cross-linked, you lightly buff its surface before removal. How that wor
Why is GelCare removed without acetone?
You can remove GelCare without acetone. The Gel Remover is acetone-free and contains nourishing jojoba oil for a gentler, more caring removal of the gel polish.
How do I care for my nails after removal?
Pamper your nails and cuticles regularly with a nail oil, especially right after removal. If you want targeted aftercare, the 14-Day Nail Recovery is a good fit.