Base Coat application guide
- Start by removing any nail polish or any impurities on the surface of the natural nail using 100% pure acetone on a lint-free pad.
- Then start by pushing the cuticles back and removing any dead skin/cuticle that may be on the surface of the nail plate.
- Gently file over the natural nail with 180 grit file to remove the surface shine.
- File the free edge into the desired shape (moving in a one-way direction to ensure no damage is caused).
- Brush off any dust using a dusting brush.
- Wipe over the nail plate in a backwards motion (towards the cuticle) with pure acetone to remove any excess dust/ oils.
- Use a dehydrator and an acid-free primer to prep the nail ( this step is not essential however for maximum adhesion this step can help).
- Choose your desired base coat ( please see below for our range of base coats)
- Rubber base β Recommended for clients with weaker nails, rubber base coat Is perfect for added strength and for an LBG application.
- 2in1 base β this is the perfect base coat to ensure long-lasting colour gel nails, the consistency of this gel is thinner however will work alongside the colour gel for longer lasting nails.
- Tulip rubber base β Recommended to use as a base coat for lighter colours, this nude base coat will help lighter / pastel colours become more opaque. This will also provide the same benefits as our regular rubber base.
- White rubber base β Recommended to use as a base coat for lighter colours, this white base coat will help lighter / pastel colours become more opaque. This will also provide the same benefits as our regular rubber base.
- Apply a thin layer of your chosen base coat ( from the cuticle to the free edge ) ensure the free edge is fully capped.
- Cure under a UV/LED lamp for 60 seconds in a 48w lamp (some lamps may differ)
- You will now be ready for the next stage of your application.
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