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Procedure

1 Prepare your nails: - Start by making sure your nails are clean and dry. Use a nail file to shape your nails as
desired. Gently push your cuticles back with a cuticle pusher.
2 Shiny and clear nails: Use a nail buffer to lightly polish the surface of your nails. This helps to remove any
natural oils and create a slightly rough texture for better adhesion. Wipe your nails with a lint-free wipe or
cotton pad soaked in alcohol or gel cleanser to remove any dust or debris.
3 Apply gel base coat: Apply a thin layer of gel base coat to each nail, making sure to coat the entire surface
of the nail. Avoid applying base coat to your cuticles or skin. Cure the base coat under a UV or LED nail lamp
according to product instructions. This usually takes about 30 seconds to 1 minute.

4 Apply gel nail polish: Apply a thin layer of gel nail polish color of your choice. Be careful not to get the polish
on your cuticles or skin. If the color appears streaky or uneven, you can apply a second thin coat. Fix each
layer of polish under the nail lamp.

5 Apply additional color coats (if necessary): Repeat the process of applying gel nail polish and curing under
the lamp until you achieve the desired color intensity.
6 Apply gel top coat: Once you are satisfied with the color, apply a thin layer of gel top coat to seal and protect
the color. Apply top coat under the nail lamp.
7 Clear off excess gel: If you accidentally get gel polish on your skin or cuticles, use a clean brush dipped in
alcohol or gel cleanser to clean the edges before treating.
8 Final treatment: Cure your nails one last time under a UV or LED lamp to make sure the gel polish has
completely set and cured.

9 Moisturize: After the treatment, you can apply cuticle oil or hand lotion to moisturize your cuticles and the skin
around your nails.
Following these steps will result in a long-lasting and beautiful gel polish manicure. Keep in mind that proper cure
time and application techniques are important for the durability of gel polish.

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CITS : Beauty & Wellness - Cosmetology - Exercise 7