APPLYING POLYGEL
Polygel is a fantastic product to create beautiful and strong nails. Polygel is a hybrid between gel and acrylic , which gives it the strength of acrylic and the flexibility of gel. In this instruction blog we offer you an extra detailed step-by-step guide on how to apply and remove Polygel.
STEP 1: Nail preparation
When applying polygel, good preparation of the nails is of great importance. Therefore, treat your nails as you would when applying gel polish. File the nails where necessary with a good nail file, carefully push back the cuticles and remove the gloss layer with the file.
STEP 2: Apply base coat
Apply Base Coat - Apply a thin layer of base coat to your nails and cure under a LED lamp for 60 seconds. Base coat ensures that the polygel adheres better to your nails.
STEP 3/4: 'Sandwiching' Polygel
Applying polygel is also called the sandwich technique, because the polygel sits between your natural nail and the nail tip like a sandwich. There are 2 methods, but we recommend the following, because you have a better distribution and the least chance of any bubbles.
METHOD 1 - see video at bottom of page
Squeeze a pea-sized amount of polygel (depending on your own nail size) out of the tube and gently press it onto your nail. Then take the nail tip and push it evenly over the polygel from the cuticles, so that the polygel shapes itself in the length of the nail tip. Now place the free nail clip provided over the tip to keep the tip in place.
TIP : Do not push too hard, this may cause air to get in or push the gel outside the tip on the sides.
METHOD 2 - see video at bottom of page
Take a pea-sized amount of polygel from the tube and place it in the nail tip. Dip the brush of the multitool in the slip solution and shape the polygel to the desired thickness and length. Make sure that you do not apply the polygel too thinly/thickly and that the polygel runs out nicely thinly on the cuticle side. Then place the nail tip on your nails and gently press and use the supplied nail clip to keep the tip nicely in place.
STEP 5: Perfecting Polygel
Now that you have the tip in place, dip the brush in some slip solution and remove any excess polygel along the cuticle. You can also continue to shape the gel in the tip until you have reached your desired thickness and length.
STEP 6/7: Curing and tip removal
Once you are happy with the shape of your nails, cure the polygel under an LED lamp for 60 seconds. Then gently lift the nail tip off your nail by moving it back and forth. If necessary, cure it again without the tip for extra adhesion.
STEP 8: Finishing
Once the polygel has fully hardened, you can further perfect the shape of your nails with the file. File gently and gradually in 1 direction until the desired shape is achieved. Do not file too hard to avoid damaging the nail. You can buff the surface with a block file if necessary, as a top coat for shine will be applied in the next step.
STEP 9: Finishing touch
Finally, apply a thin layer of top coat to protect your nails and add shine. The top coat also needs to be cured under the LED lamp.
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REMOVING POLYGEL
Now that you know how to apply polygel, it is also important to know how to remove it. Below you will find a step-by-step plan.
Step 1: File the topcoat - Use a nail file to remove the topcoat. This will allow the acetone to penetrate the polygel better.
Step 2: Soak the Polygel - Soak a cotton pad in pure acetone and place it on your nail. Wrap your nail in aluminum foil and let it soak for about 10-15 minutes.
Step 3: Remove the polygel - After 10-15 minutes you can remove the aluminum foil. Use the double-sided nail tool to push the soft polygel off your nails. Be careful not to push too hard to avoid damaging the natural nail.
Step 4: File the nail - File off any excess polygel and file your nails into the desired shape.
Apply Vaseline to the cuticles beforehand to protect them from the drying effect of the acetone. After the removal process it is important to take good care of your nails with a rich cuticle oil to keep your nails in top condition.
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