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Gel Nail Polish at Home

I’m walking you through all of my best tips and tricks on how to get a salon-quality gel manicure at home!

Instructions

  • Wash your hands with warm soapy water.
  • Apply the cuticle remover on your nail bed. Let it sit for a minute, then gently push back your cuticles.
  • File and shape your nails.
  • Use a nail buffer to scuff the surface of your nails.
  • Use acetone polish remover to clean the surface of your nails.
  • Apply a thin coat of base. Cure in the UV lamp for 60 seconds.
  • Apply a coat of your desired color. Cure in the UV lamp for 60 seconds. Repeat this up to three times, depending on the color you're using.
  • Apply the topcoat. Cure in the UV lamp for 60 seconds.
  • Wipe each nail with an alcohol wipe.
  • Apply cuticle serum and hand lotion.