Step 1: nail preparation
- Disinfect HandsBegin by disinfecting both your own hands and those of your client to ensure hygiene during the treatment.
- Care for CuticlesGently push back the cuticles with a cuticle pusher. If you have the necessary knowledge, perform an E-manicure. Remove excess cuticles with cuticle nippers or cuticle scissors for a neat finish.
- File Nails into ShapeFile the nails into the desired shape with a180 grit file. Ensure even edges and a uniform shape.
- Dull Nail Plate Lightly file the nails with a 240 grit file to remove the natural shine from the nail surface. This ensures better adhesion. File gently to avoid damaging the nail plate.
- Remove dust residueBrush the nail clean with a dust brush and 70% alcohol, removing any dust.
- Degrease and CleanThoroughly clean the nail surface with 100% pure acetoneto degrease the nail plate.
Step 2: Apply Ultra Bond
- Apply Ultra BondApply a thin layer of The Gel Expert Ultra Bondingto the nail plate. This provides extra adhesion between the natural nail and the base. Allow to air dry for 30 seconds.
Step 3 Apply Base Coat
- Apply Rubber BaseApply a thin, even layer of The Gel Expert Rubberbase. Rubber base provides an extra reinforcing layer under the Gel Polish.
- CureCure the product:60 secondsunder an LED lamp120 secondsunder a UV lamp
Step 4 Apply Gel Polish
- Apply Gel PolishApply a thin layer of your favorite The Gel Expert Gel Polish. If necessary, use The Gel Expert fine liner 10 mm brushto ensure a neat application around the cuticles and side edges.
- CureCure the product:60 secondsunder an LED lamp120 secondsunder a UV lamp
- Apply second layer of gel polishApply a second thin layer of gel polish for even and intense coverage.
- CureCure the product:60 secondsunder an LED lamp120 secondsunder a UV lamp
Step 5: Apply Top Coat
- Apply Top CoatApply a thin, even layer of the desired The Gel Expert Top Coat.
- CureCure the product:60 secondsunder an LED lamp120 secondsunder a UV lamp
- Apply Cuticle OilApply a small amount of cuticle oil to each cuticle. Avoid contact with the nail to prevent the top coat from dulling.
