What Is Gel Polish?
Gel Polish requires a UV or LED light to cure the polish and lock it onto your nails. Gel polish is more durable than regular polish and can last up to 3 weeks!
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What are Dip Nails?
Dip Powder is a combination of glue-type liquids and powder that hardens when activated. This method is strong and durable when applied correctly.
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We want you to feel successful in the nail systems we have created. With step-by-step instructions for both dip powder and gel polish, your mani can last up to 2-3 weeks!
Gel Polish
Step One: Wash and dry hands. Push back cuticles and lightly buff the surface of each nail to remove all shine.
Step Two: Apply Gel Polish Base Coat to each nail.
Step Three: Cure under the UV/LED Light for 60 seconds.
Step Four: Apply a thin layer of Gel Polish Color to nails. Avoid applying gel to your skin and cuticles. This will cause peeling.
Step Five: Cure under the UV/LED Light for 60 seconds.
Step Six: Apply a second coat of Gel Polish Color to nails.
Step Seven: Cure under the UV/LED Light for 60 seconds.
Step Eight: Apply thin coat of Gel Polish Top Coat to nails.
Step Nine: Cure under the UV/LED Light for 60 seconds.
Dip Powder
Step One: Wash and dry hands. Push back cuticles and lightly buff the surface of each nail to remove all shine.
Step Two: Apply #1 Prep/Bond to temporarily dehydrate nails for a better bond.
Step Three: Apply a thin layer of #2 Base Coat to ONE nail at a time making sure to avoid edges and cuticle.
Step Four: Dip nail into loose powder.
Step Five: Repeat for all other nails. Use a dust brush to remove excess powder from nails.
Step Six: Repeat sets three through six twice (you will dip your nails a total of 3 times). Apply a layer of clear powder using the same method.
Step Eight: File, buff, and shape nails as desired.
Step Nine: Apply #3 Activator to all nails.
Step Ten: Apply a thin layer of #4 Top Coat and allow to dry. Apply a second coat making sure to cap each nail. Your top layer will fully dry in 5-10 minutes for a shiny finish.