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 Apply cuticle oil daily while maintaining gel nails. That is, every time you wash your hands, in the morning and at night. Basically, whenever you notice your skin is dry.

 A good cuticle keeps the nails elastic and skin soft. Mediocre oils wouldn't penetrate and sit on top of the nails.

 How to apply gel polish on acrylic nails

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 In combining gel polish with acrylic nails, your nail art can last as long as 6 weeks with only minor touch-ups. Familiarize yourself gel vs acrylics nails differences before proceeding.

 Here are the steps we recommend you follow:

 1. Remove old polish with a non-acetone nail polish remover

 This is a necessary step to ensure that any leftover polish is completely removed from the nail.

 You must use a non-acetone remover because acetone can degrade the acrylic.

 2. Clean and dry the nail

 This step ensures that there is no residue left on the nail that could interfere with your application. Your nails must be completely dry as well, because trapped moisture could lead to infection.

 Also, be sure not to use any harsh chemicals, which can react with the acrylic. Your best bet would be to use baby wipes or just wash your hands extra thoroughly.

 3. Apply an acrylic-friendly base coat, colored polish, and top coat

 You can apply gel polish to acrylic nails the same way that you would to your natural nail, using the steps outlined above.

 An acrylic-compatible base coat is necessary to ensure that you do not accidentally stain your acrylics.

 HOW TO APPLY NAIL TIPS WITH GEL OVERLAY

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 Gel polish can also be applied to store-bought nail tips that can be glued on over your existing nail. The process is similar to regular gel polish application with a few notable differences.

 First, push back your cuticles, buff the surface of your nails, and wipe them clean.

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 Then, brush a thin coat of nail glue over each nail. Apply nail tips over each nail, rocking them back and forth to expel any trapped air bubbles.

 Adjust the size and shape of the nail tip as needed.

 Buff and clean the surface, then apply your gel polish as usual. Start with a base coat, then add at least two layers of color, curing each coat as it is applied.

 Before applying the top coat, wipe off the tacky surface, buff the top layer of color, and clean it. Then apply and cure your top coat, ensuring a lasting seal.

 HOW TO APPLY NAIL DECALS OVER GEL POLISH

 nail decals over gel polish

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 Once you master basic gel polish application, you can also try your hand at nail art. Nail art designs go hand in hand with gel polish, because the long-lasting formula means that your art will last longer as well.

 One simple method is to use a nail decal. Apply whatever color you want under the design, then cut out the portion of the sticker that you plan to use and apply it.

 If you use a water decal, you can simply dip the sticker in water, separate it from the backing, and apply it to your nail.

 Using a wooden stick or just your finger, smooth out the sticker, and then go over it with polish to fill in any details or add some pops of color.

 Once your nail art looks how you want it to, cure the design for at least 30 seconds, and apply top coat. Cure the top coat layer and you’re ready to start showing off your design!

 WHAT CAUSES GEL POLISH TO PEEL OFF A FEW DAYS?

 Here are the three biggest reasons why your gel polish may already begin to peel off a few days:

 You may have painted over your cuticles, so when your skin grows it pushes the painted gel polish down and creates an opening, allowing water to enter and lift the gel polish.

 You didn't apply the top coat over the whole nail, so the painted gel polish isn't protected and therefore prone to chipping.