Once you are happy with your nails, the application of the base coat and it all looks neat and level, then you can proceed to curing the base coat under either an LED Gel Nail Lamp or UV Gel nail lamp. Place your fingers under the desired lamp and cure as follows: Chemicals such as; Lysol, Hand Sanitizer, and Perfumes can work. I have used them and for me, they worked pretty well.

Use a lint-free wipe and cleanser to cleanse the nail after buffing. We use our Gel Nail Varnish Cleanser. Ensure these are oil free and that you clean the entire nail from edge to edge. If you are going to use an alcohol solution, make sure it is 99% pure to ensure the nail plate is properly dehydrated and free any oils, this will aid in optimal adhesion of your nail polish colours. Though alcohol wipes are a bit more costly in the long run, I find them very convenient, professional-looking, and hygienic which is perfect for dealing with clients.

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You see chemicals like Hand Sanitizers and Perfumes tend to have additives like dyes that can potentially mess up your gel manicure. So try to avoid any that are colored. Bonus Tip

In the GH Beauty Lab, we have a century-plus worth of experience testing beauty products, including nail polish and nail polish kits. Gently remove the shine from nails using a nail buffer. This will help loosen any remaining dead skin from the nail plate. Be sure to buff the entire nail plate from edge to edge. We use Alternatively, if you want to be more budget-friendly, especially for your personal use, you can use Lint-Free Cotton Pads and just soak them in alcohol and then wipe your nails. In a flourish of drama, some of our products are classed as hazardous (HAZMAT) goods. This will impact our ability to deliver to certain destinations and use specific delivery methods.

But only use a small amount if not you can potentially weaken your gel manicure and remove some of the color or glossiness. This is why I recommend using acetone-free polish remover as a last resort.