How to Apply UV Gel Topcoat to Toenails
Introduction
To apply a UV gel topcoat to toenails properly, takes some practice. Professionals often use gel nails kits available from manufacturers of gel nail products.
These kits include everything that is needed to ensure beautiful clean gel nails. Gel nails kits are available for the professional nail technician and for those that want to do their own nails.
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Things You'll Need
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Instructions
Step 1 - PREPARE THE TOENAILS
- Sterilize the following items with alcohol: clippers, cuticle pusher, and file.
- Spray nails with antibacterial nail preparation spray.
- Wipe nails dry with clean, dry wipes.
- Push back cuticles.
- File nails until shine is removed.
- Wipe nails dry with clean, dry wipes.
- Remove moisture from nails with dehydrate.
- Apply bonder.
- Cure bonder under a UV nail light.
Step 2 - APPLY THE UV GEL
- Apply a thin layer of gel with a clean gel brush.
- Cure gel under a UV nail light.
- Apply a second thin coat of gel.
- Cure second coat.
- Wipe nails with cleanser.
Step 3 - COMPLETING THE PROCESS
- Apply topcoat to nails, and cure per manufacturer's recommendations.
- Apply cuticle oil.
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Tips and Warnings
Refer to Step 1, acrylic primers do not need cured.
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