1. Clean Your Nails: Start with clean, dry nails. Remove any old nail polish and residue using a gentle nail polish remover. Ensure your nails are free from oils or lotions.
2. Shake the Base Coat: Gently shake the bottle of your nail polish base coat to ensure that the formula is well-mixed and ready for application.
3. Apply the Base Coat: Hold the brush vertically and dip it into the base coat, allowing excess polish to drip back into the bottle.
4. Start by applying a thin, even layer of the base coat to your nails, beginning from the base near the cuticle and moving towards the tip. Avoid applying too close to the cuticles or skin to prevent any flooding or smudging.
For best results, use long, smooth strokes, and ensure that the entire nail surface is covered.
5. Allow to Dry: Let the base coat dry completely before proceeding to apply your chosen nail polish color. Typically, this takes a few minutes, but you can speed up the drying process by waving your hands gently or using a nail dryer.
6. Apply Nail Polish: Once the base coat is dry, you can now apply your desired nail polish color on top of it. Follow the same application process, starting from the base and moving towards the tip.
7. Finish with a Top Coat: After your nail polish color has dried, finish your manicure with a clear top coat. This will add shine, protect your nail color, and help extend the life of your manicure.
8. Clean Up Edges: If you accidentally get any base coat on your skin or cuticles, use a small brush or a cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover to clean up and refine the edges for a polished look.
