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Gel Nail Polish Pro Removal Tutorial

Good things must come to an end. Here's how to remove gel nail polish by hand.

Step by Step

  1. Step 1

    OPTIONAL: For dry skin or darker lacquer shades apply a drop of ProSpa Nail &Cuticle Oil to the base of each nail and massage in prior to removal.

  2. Step 2

    Fully saturate an Expert Touch Removal Wrap with Expert Touch Lacquer Remover.

  3. Step 3

    Fold the edge of the wrap over to reinforce.

  4. Step 4

    Place the pad of the wrap against the free edge of the nail.

  5. Step 5

    Fold the wrap, placing the pad on the surface of the nail.

  6. Step 6

    Wrap one side of the removal wrap under the finger to ensure the nail is fully encased by the remover pad, followed by the other side and squeeze to tighten. Repeat on remaining fingers.

  7. Step 7

    Set a timer for 15 minutes.

  8. Step 8

    Lightly press and rub the finger tip to help loosen the softened GelColor product inside the wrap, then gently twist back and forth while pulling away from the nail. Remove the wrap.

  9. Step 9

    Use a cuticle stick to gently flake away any excess pieces of GelColor.

  10. Step 10

    Have your client wash and dry hands thoroughly.

  11. Step 11

    Apply a drop of ProSpa Nail & Cuticle Oil to the base of each nail and massage in.

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