Apply a thin layer of nail gel to clean, dry nails. Cure it under a UV or LED lamp for the time printed on the bottle. Repeat for a second coat, then finish with a top coat. Remove with acetone or a gel remover.

How to apply gel nails?

Start by buffing the nail surface. Push back cuticles. Apply a base coat, cure it, then add a thin layer of colored gel. Cure again. Repeat for more opacity. Seal with a top coat and cure one last time.

How long to wear gel nails?

Gel nails can last 14 to 21 days with proper application. Avoid using your nails as tools. Wear gloves for cleaning. If they lift, soak them off right away to prevent damage.

What is the best extension set for nail gel?

The Painless Extension Gel set for $14.99 and the Quick Extension Gel Crystal Set for $33.95 both work well for building length. They do not need paper forms. Apply the gel to a nail tip or form, shape it, and cure.