Applying Gel Polish

Before applying your Gel Polish, it is essential to thoroughly prepare (prep) your nails.

This includes pushing back the cuticles and buffing the nail plate, which is key to achieving beautiful, long-lasting results.

Our PH bond is designed for anyone with particularly oily nails. This product dehydrates the nail and removes excess natural oils. We recommend applying our PH bond in a thin layer to the nail plate, avoiding contact with the skin. After application, let it air-dry for 60 seconds.

Our primer is used to create a bonding layer before applying base coat. This helps the products adhere better to your nails and extends wear time.

Apply the primer in a thin layer across the entire nail plate, avoiding contact with the skin, and allow it to air dry for 60 seconds. Most people do not need to use primer, but for some, it can help improve wear time.

Basecoat should be applied in a thin, even layer to the nail plate to protect the nails from discoloration and create a base for the products that follow.

Basecoat is essential for long-lasting results and should be cured in a UV/LED lamp for 60 seconds. When applying Basecoat, place a small amount of product in the center of the nail and gently push it back towards the cuticle without coming into contact with the skin. This will prevent excess product from the brush from sliding down into the cuticle area and touching the skin.

Before applying the color coat, roll the bottle between your hands to mix the color and help any air bubbles disappear.

Apply the color coat in thin layers over the entire nail plate and cure under the UV/LED lamp for 60-90 seconds.

We recommend wiping excess Gel Polish off the neck of the bottle, so you only have a small amount left on the brush.

Apply the color coat to the center of the nail and gently push it up toward the cuticle. Place the brush in the middle of the applied layer on the nail, so you can always see how close to the cuticle you are applying your Gel Polish. Make sure to cover the entire nail and seal the free edge by applying a thin layer along the tip and slightly underneath the nail edge.

Keep the brush at a low angle against the nail to achieve an even application. Apply 2-3 layers depending on the pigmentation of the color, and repeat the application if necessary. The color coat will leave a sticky layer, which is essential for durability and should therefore not be removed.

Before applying top coat, roll the bottle between your hands to help remove any air bubbles.

Apply the top coat in the same way as Gel Polish. It is important to apply an even layer across the entire nail plate and seal the free edge, as well as the edges near the cuticle.

The top coat should extend beyond your Gel Polish to encapsulate the previously applied products and increase durability. If the previous products are not fully covered, they may start to lift from the nail. Cure the top coat for 60-90 seconds in the UV/LED lamp.

If you are using a no-wipe top coat, there is no need to wipe the nails with cleanser after curing, as it does not leave a sticky surface.

As the final step in your nail care routine, apply cuticle oil to your cuticles. Cuticle oil is important for keeping your cuticles moisturized. We recommend applying cuticle oil at least once a day to maintain healthy nails and cuticles. Gel Polish and other nail products can block your nails' natural oils, and a good nail oil can help restore the moisture balance. Dry cuticles can sometimes lead to minor sores.