My 2 layers of color separated, the 2nd coat and top coat just peeled off. All Gelish products. The first coat of color stayed on perfectly. I was really careful about alcohol wiping after every coat. That tacky inhibition layer helps the coats bond. It also sounds as if your second coat may not have cured completely. Hello, will you be doing an update on the steps on how to apply gel polish? I see alot of products and was wondering since you wrote the steps, have there been any changes.
This article is about using Gelish. HI Andrea, I have to agree with all ladies here about how useful is your Web site. I have question as well. I started using GDI nail varnish.
Many thanks for patients reading this long article. Hi Bara. Usually when a gel polish bubbles or wrinkles during curing it has been applied too thick. It could be an issue with the formula of the polish or the application. I recommend contacting the manufacturer about the issue. Before I stated using the gel I was a nail art Junkie!
In the past, the salon would use acrylic to adhere 3D nail art. I read online that you can use builder gel to apply the 3D nail art. So I bought the Gelish builder gel. Second question… Can you used regular nail polish to do nail art on top of gel polish or even if I can? If so, what do you recommend? You can do nail art with regular polish I use it with stamping or acrylic paints over gel.
Just seal it in well with your top coat. What could be causing this? I am making sure they are buff, clean, dry etc, ph bond used, etc. It could be the prep or it could be the polish. I received the Nailuv starter kit last Christmas and have been using only that brand since then. It completely stripped my color off my nails. I look at the back of my Nailuv lamp and it says 6v 2w.
Does this have anything to do with a bad cure? I am going to invest in a 36w LED lamp around Christmas time, but until then I would still like to keep up with my nails. Only I might go crazy if this keeps happening. Any ideas what I could be doing wrong? Thank you for this great tutorial! They seem dry but slightly rubbery and I can easily peel them off.
What am I doing wrong. I tried with a 36 watt uv and 48 watt led same results with both. Please help. I have been following the directions for the Gelish.
My problem is wiping the tacky off with alcohol. You should be able to shine them right back up by rubbing your nails with a dry cloth. What is causing this? How can I prevent it? Thank you!! Hi Rachel — gel polish takes a little practice when you first start using it because it has a different consistency than normal lacquer. Leave a small space around the edge of the nail when you polish.
Also a little will go a long way — you need a very small amount to apply a thin coat. If you apply too thick it will pool. Thank you so so much for your reply!! Thanks again!!! There are tons of variables. There is no shine. Can you explain why? Do different brands work together?
The Gelish top coat will work with OPI color. Did you wipe off the tacky layer with alcohol? Do I still need a white base like I would with regular polish? Thanks for your tip to remove nail polish from your skin before curing it with UV light. I can definitely see how that would make a difference. I think she said something about getting UV nail builder gel.
Would that be different than regular gel polish? Hi there, I just got my gelish starter kit, and was wondering if it is possible to do all these steps without adding a color layer? I like a natural look for everyday use. The polish will still feel sticky to the touch until you wipe with alcohol or cleanser. This website is great, thank you so much for such great information!! I hope somebody might be able to help me. I just applied Gelish Rose Garden with some problems.
On the first hand it was fine until I was applying the top it off I noticed that on the brush there was a little color transfer onto the TIO brush. I eventually managed to clean up the brush bristles were a little joined together but for the second hand I was worried I would get more color transfer on the brush so after the 2nd coat of Rose Garden I used an alcohol wipe to remove the tacky layer before applying TIO.
Color came off on the wipe. On the 2nd hand I decided to cure for 45secs. On the first hand I only had color transfer on the brush a little, when I wiped the tacky layer off TIO absolutely nothing came off. The 2 coats of rose garden that I applied were both thin. This is the first dark gel color I have used. I have also never wiped the tacky layer off before TIO.
Hello, I have been trying to find somewhere in your comments on what your opinion is the longest lasting Gel brands? I know there are pros and cons on all brands but over all what is the top pick brands for the longest wear? I would really appreciate a reply ;. Chickettes Studio. At-Home Nail Care.
Dip powder manicures are here! Pink Gellac. Get the Dish on Gelish! Gelish Swatches. Harmony Gelish Swatch Gallery. People always ask me; Are your nails real? Below is a step-by-step guide to applying Gelish nail polish. Trim and file the nails to the desired length and shape. Push the cuticles back with an orange stick or cuticle pusher.
Lightly buff the surface of each nail with a block buffer. Apply Gelish PH bond to your nails. Apply a coat of Gelish Foundation to each of your nails. Optional: Apply Gelish Structure Gel and cure. Apply a second coat of Gelish color polish.
Apply a thin coat of Gelish Top It Off to your nails. Wipe your nails off with the Gelish Nail Cleanser or sterile alcohol wipes. This removes the tackiness. A few tips: If you get polish on your cuticle or skin, remove it with a brush dipped in alcohol or nail cleanser BEFORE curing your nails under the light. If you allow the polish on your cuticles to harden it will likely cause the polish to peel or chip.
Try to keep the polish on the surface of the nail only. Just wipe the layer of polish off with your nail cleanser or alcohol use a lint-free pad or paper towel , then just re-apply the layer. Read the label on your polish for curing times.
You can repeat steps 11 and 12 to add additional layers of color if you prefer. To spice things up, try adding a glitter topper like Vegas Nights. Lauren says:. October 10, at am. Andrea says:. Ana Montes Horan says:. November 10, at am. Marijke says:. November 12, at pm. February 12, at pm.
February 13, at am. Lisa says:. April 17, at am. Lily-Rose says:. August 11, at pm. Sophie says:. March 16, at am. Let it dry before painting on the base coat. I would start by skipping this step. If you have a problem with lifting, then dehydrate just the tips or wherever the lifting occurs. If you still have a problem, then dehydrate the whole nail.
Base Coat and Cure. Paint your nails with a gel polish base coat. If you are new to gel polish, you should know that the base coat is not optional. You need it so the gel polish will properly adhere to your nail.
I personally use Gelish Foundation. Paint the entire nail with the base coat. Get as close to the cuticle and nail edges as you can, but do NOT touch the cuticle or nail edge. If the base coat touches the cuticle it can cause lifting and your gel polish manicure will not last as long. At the end, cap the free edge of your nail. That means paint the tip of your nail with the base coat. Color and Cure. Paint your nail with your chosen gel polish color.
We offer Gelish products for your needs. Visit our store www. What You Need To do Gelish manicure, here are the products you needs. Some are optional. Gelish Step-by-Step Application Photo by freestocks. Push back the cuticle and clean the surrounding plate. Follow the instruction on the bottle. Does gel polish ruin your nails? If you do it right, gel polish should keep your nails nice.
The acetone used for removal does really dry out your nails though and this can make them weak. Never fear, there are lots of remedies to this problem. See the next question and answer. How can I correct this? This can be from too much buffing. Try only buffing the new growth for each manicure rather than the entire nail. My sugar scrub and hand care routine will probably be helpful too. Is there an easier way to remove gel polish than foil method? I think Nail Mates for removal are way easier, but it still takes 15 minutes of soaking no matter what method you use.
See my Gel Removal Tips and Tricks for more ideas. Can I remove gel polish without acetone? Yes, but it can do a lot of damage to your natural nails.
Can I use regular nail polish with gel polish? No and yes. No, you cannot cure regular nail polish in a lamp and use it just like gel polish. Gel polish has a completely different formula. That being said, there are a few ways you can use regular nail polish with gel polish.
Usually these methods do not last as long as a regular gel polish manicure, but they do last longer than just a plain regular nail polish manicure.
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