Makartt Black White Nail Gel Bundle Review
Makartt’s Black White Nail Gel Bundle (ASIN B08XJVTKB3) is unusual because it combines the brand’s Noir & Blanc gel colors with a separate nail dehydrator and acid-free primer set. That makes it more useful than a basic two-color polish pack for DIY users trying to improve prep and reduce lifting. The catch is that it is not a complete starter kit: you still need a UV/LED lamp plus compatible base and top coats.
Quick Overview and Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Makartt |
| ASIN | B08XJVTKB3 |
| Gel colors | Black and white Noir & Blanc soak-off gel, 8 ml each |
| Prep products | 15 ml nail dehydrator + 15 ml acid-free primer |
| Curing | Gel color requires UV/LED curing; prep liquids air-dry |
| Still required | Base coat, top coat, compatible lamp, removal supplies |
| Primary use | Gel manicures, monochrome nail art, French details, prep before enhancements |
First Impressions
The bundle makes sense as a compact “essentials” purchase rather than a full salon kit. Black and white are genuinely useful shades for French tips, line work, Halloween designs, checkerboards, florals, and graphic sets, while the prep pair addresses the less glamorous part of gel wear: oil and moisture on the natural nail.
The prep sequence matters. Finish shaping and buffing first, remove dust, then use dehydrator before primer. NailPrime’s step-by-step nail dehydrator prep guide explains that order in more detail. Makartt’s own prep set is designed to air-dry, so the lamp only comes into play once you start applying light-cured gel products.
Performance & Feel
The Noir & Blanc colors are highly pigmented basics, but black and especially white gel reward thin coats. Retailer instructions for this Makartt duo recommend roughly two thin coats for darker color and up to three for white, with each color layer cured before the next. Thick application can look uneven and may cure poorly through the center.
For nail art, that controlled opacity is useful: black gives crisp contrast, while white works as a clean base or detail color. The downside is that these are 8 ml bottles, noticeably smaller than some competing 15 ml black/white sets. The feel is therefore best suited to home manicures and design work rather than high-volume salon use.
Prep Adhesion & Retention
The secondary performance story is the dehydrator/primer pair. Makartt describes the dehydrator as an oil-removing prep step and the acid-free primer as the bonding layer that follows. Both are 15 ml and air-dry without a lamp. If you are unsure where they fit, NailPrime’s guide on when to use nail dehydrator covers the sequence.
Retention claims should be treated cautiously. Makartt markets the prep pair for extended wear, but buyer reports are mixed: some users report two to three weeks of better hold, while others describe early lifting. That variation is believable because adhesion also depends on cuticle cleanup, surface prep, avoiding skin contact, thin product application, curing, and the base/top system used.
Durability
Makartt markets its black/white gel for multi-week wear, but I would not treat any fixed day count as guaranteed. With gel polish, chipped edges and lifting are often technique-dependent. Capping the free edge, keeping gel off the skin, curing thin layers fully, and using a compatible base/top coat matter as much as the color itself.
The prep bottles are volatile, so cap them tightly after use. Makartt specifically warns that both the dehydrator and primer can evaporate if left open. That is a practical durability issue: bottle care affects how long the liquids remain usable.
Value for Money
Value depends heavily on the current Amazon price. The bundle is strongest when it costs close to what you would otherwise pay for two gel colors plus a separate two-bottle prep kit. It saves the hassle of piecing together four items and gives beginners a clearer workflow.
If the Amazon price climbs significantly, the value becomes less convincing because larger-volume alternatives exist. Check the live price rather than judging by an old listing price.
Comparison to Similar Products
Beetles Black & White Gel Polish Set: Beetles sells two 15 ml color bottles, almost double Makartt’s color volume per shade, and offers HEMA-free versions. However, it does not include dehydrator or primer, so it is better for buyers who already own prep products.
modelones Nail Dehydrator and Primer Set: modelones offers a 15 ml + 15 ml HEMA-free prep pair, but no colors. It is a stronger fit if your priority is prep alone. For a wider look at prep-only options, see NailPrime’s best nail dehydrator reviews.
Makartt’s advantage is convenience: neither comparison product gives you both monochrome color and two-step prep in one package.
Pros & Cons
- Includes black, white, dehydrator, and primer
- Prep liquids air-dry without a lamp
- Black/white colors are versatile for nail art
- 15 ml prep bottles offer useful volume
- Acid-free primer is less aggressive than acid primer systems
- No base coat, top coat, or lamp included
- Color bottles are only 8 ml each
- Retention feedback on the prep pair is inconsistent
- White gel may need extra thin coats for even coverage
Who Should Buy This?
Buy it if you do gel nails at home, want reliable staple colors, and are ready to add dehydrator and primer to your prep routine. It also suits beginners moving beyond basic polish into French designs or graphic nail art. Skip it if you already own quality prep products, need larger color bottles, or want a truly all-in-one kit with lamp, base, and top coat.
Extended FAQ
Does the Makartt dehydrator need a lamp?
No. The dehydrator and primer are designed to air-dry. Only the gel color and other light-cured gel layers need the lamp. NailPrime also explains why nail dehydrator does not need a lamp.
What order should I use the products?
Prep and clean the nail, apply dehydrator, let it evaporate, apply primer, then continue with your compatible base coat, color gel, and top coat.
Are base and top coats included?
No. They are required for the usual gel-polish workflow but must be purchased separately.
How long should I cure the black and white gel?
Retailer directions commonly specify about 90–120 seconds for color under LED, but lamp output varies, so follow the instructions for your lamp and gel system.
Can the prep set be used with acrylic or polygel?
Makartt markets the dehydrator and primer as broadly compatible with gel, acrylic, polygel, and artificial-nail systems. Follow the directions of the enhancement system you pair it with.
Is this a good beginner kit?
It is beginner-friendly as a color-and-prep bundle, but not complete. You still need a lamp, base coat, top coat, files/buffer, and removal supplies.
Final Verdict
Makartt’s Black White Nail Gel Bundle earns its 8.1/10 score by packaging four genuinely useful manicure products together. The black/white duo is versatile, and the 15 ml dehydrator/primer pair gives beginners a proper two-step prep routine. The main reasons not to buy are the smaller 8 ml color bottles, missing base/top/lamp, and inconsistent retention reports around the prep pair. If the current price is competitive, it is a sensible convenience bundle for DIY gel users rather than a complete starter system.
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