Semi-Permanent Varnish Application Protocol - Easy Steps for a Long-Lasting and Vibrant Manicure
- Hand washing:
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap to remove any oil or dirt residue, then disinfect them.
- Nail preparation:
- Remove any existing varnish using nail polish remover.
- Cut and file your nails to the desired shape.
- Gently push back the cuticles using a boxwood stick.
Tips: Small dead skins on the surface of the nail must be removed, the semi-permanent varnish cannot adhere properly to an oily surface like the skin.
- Image:
- Gently file the surface of your nails using a file without pressing too hard to mattify the nail and create a more adherent surface without damaging the nail.
- Dusting:
- Use a dusting brush and a cotton pad soaked in cleaner to remove dust from the nails.
- Application of Nail prep and Primer without acid:
- Apply a thin layer of Nail prep and let air dry.
- Apply a thin coat of Acid Free Primer and allow to air dry.
- Application of the semi-permanent varnish base:
- Apply a thin coat of Lollibond Base to each nail, avoiding the cuticles.
- Catalyze for 30 seconds under the UV/LED lamp.
Tips: There is a sticky layer of semi-permanent varnish left, do not remove it, it will allow the other layers of semi-permanent varnish to adhere well
- Application of semi-permanent varnish:
- Apply a thin coat of Lollilac semi-permanent varnish in the color of your choice to each nail.
- Avoid touching skin or cuticles.
- Catalyze 30 seconds under UV/LED lamp, 60 seconds for dark colors.
- Second coat of varnish:
- Apply a second coat of semi-permanent varnish for a more intense color and better coverage.
- Catalyze 30 seconds under UV/LED lamp, 60 seconds for dark colors.
- Application of the finishing Top Coat:
- Apply a coat of Top Coat Finish to give a brilliant shine and protect your color.
- Catalyze for 60 seconds under the UV/LED lamp
- Final cleaning:
- Our Top Coat does not have a sticky layer. But if you use another finish for example Top Coat Satin, remove the sticky layer using a cellulose pad soaked in cleaner to reveal a perfect manicure.
- Hydration:
- Finish by applying a cuticle oil to nourish your nails and cuticles.
Additional tips:
- Do not open your varnishes, base and top coat in sunlight or in front of a switched on UV/LED lamp, this may cause them to harden in their bottle.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals on your nails to prolong the wear of your polish.