How to Apply Nail Gel Polish Like a Pro at Home

Achieving a salon-quality manicure at home is easier than you might think—provided you know the right techniques. If you want your nails to look professionally done every time, follow this guide to apply nail polish like a pro.

At the beginning，prep your nails，proper preparation is key to a flawless application:

Please see this blog for details:How To Prep Your Nails For Longer Lasting Gel

APPLICATION STEPS:

 Nail Dehydrator and Primer can keep your nails long lasting and perfect shine:

1.Apply Gellen Nail Prep Dehydrator（Air Dry）
2.Apply Gellen Nail Primer（Air Dry）

3.Apply the Gellen base coat, cure for 60s （click here to get Base and Top set）

4.Position the brush at the base of the nail, aligning the brush with the nail groove so that it is parallel to the groove. Gently press the brush against the nail. (Note: Only take gel polish to one side of the brush; remove excess gel from the other side by wiping it on the rim of the gel polish bottle.)

5.Hold the brush at a 45° angle relative to the nail and move it towards the tip of the nail while applying. Apply the gel polish to the center of the nail.

6.Use the same technique to apply one side of the nail.

7.Apply in the middle of the places where you applied in steps 5 and 6 to eliminate the gap.
8.Apply the other side
9.Apply again to eliminate the gap
10.Keep the brush perpendicular to the nail and apply to the edge of the nail
11.Cure for 60s
12.Apply the second layer, same method as the first layer
13.Cure for 60s
14.Apply Gellen Top Coat，curing 60s，finished.

With these steps and tips, you’ll be able to achieve a polished, professional look at home. Happy manicuring!

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