Reds

Every product on this shelf was tagged from its photo, so red here means red in the bottle. The range runs bright scarlet and cherry through hot red, berry, burgundy and dark wine, with cat eye and mood changing reds mixed in. Formats cover soak off gel, matching trio, nail lacquer and dip powder. Start wide at shop by color, or cross to pinks and cat eye.

Frequently Asked Questions about Reds

How many coats does a red gel need for even coverage?

Most reds on this shelf are pigment heavy enough to read solid in two thin coats, cured fully between each. Sheer cherry and jelly style reds want three. Flooding a thick first coat is what causes drag lines and shrinkage at the cuticle, so build thin and let the lamp do the work.

Why does the same red photograph orange under a ring light?

Warm reds with an orange base lift under 5500K light, while cool cherry and wine reds hold their blue base and go darker. Shoot in daylight, or drop the ring light one stop if you want the swatch to match the nail. It also helps to photograph over the same skin tone every time.

How was this red shelf put together?

Each product was labeled by looking at the photo of the bottle, not the marketing name. A shade called Actress or Sweet Heart lands here because it is red, and a red sounding name in a plum bottle does not. That is why the grid reads as one run from scarlet to wine instead of a name list.

Can I order reds in bulk for a salon?

Yes. Anyone can buy from C8 Nail Supply without a license, and salons and licensed techs can set up a wholesale account for trade pricing on larger orders. We ship nationwide from the Garden Grove showroom in California. Call 714-868-7088 to talk through a bulk red order or a full set. Calls only, no texts.