Shellac Manicure Recipe
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Ingredients
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Nail Preparation
Shellac Application
Method
Nail Preparation
- 1
Remove Old Polish
Soak cotton balls in nail polish remover and press them onto your nails for a few seconds to dissolve any existing nail polish. Wipe the polish off with a cotton ball.
- 2
Shape Nails
Use a nail file to shape your nails to your desired length and form. Gently file in one direction to avoid splitting.
- 3
Push Back Cuticles
Using a cuticle pusher, gently push back the cuticles on each nail to create a clean surface for the polish.
- 4
Moisturize Cuticles
Apply cuticle oil around the base of your nails and massage it in to hydrate the cuticles.
Shellac Application
- 5
Apply Base Coat
Apply a thin layer of base coat evenly on each nail. Be careful not to get it on your skin. Cure under the UV/LED lamp for the recommended time (typically 30 seconds).
- 6
Apply Shellac Color Polish
Apply a thin layer of your chosen Shellac color polish. Cure under the UV/LED lamp for the recommended time. Repeat this step for a second coat for more opacity.
- 7
Apply Top Coat
Finish with a thin layer of top coat. Cure under the UV/LED lamp for the recommended time to ensure a long-lasting finish.
- 8
Final Cleanse
After curing the top coat, use a lint-free wipe and some alcohol to remove the sticky residue from the top of the nails.