What am I doing wrong...have used this 2x, following directions. Both times, polish peeled off on 4th day. Peels off in a sheet from bottom or side.
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Two problems could be in play:1 try a different brand of polish: nailuv is my favorite. Right now I'm using the gelish bond, base & top coat. I'm going to try nailuv next time I purchase those basics.2 make sure you are extending the brush all the way through to the tip on all edges of the nail. Then cap the nail on all sides with your polish steps and your base/top coat steps. This should help. Pay extra attention to your edges and polish should last longer. Sensationail polish only lasts about 5-6 days for me though. Nailuv lasted almost 10 before I took it off because I wanted a new color. Oh and for the bottoms, try to be as thin as possible for each layer, avoid your cuticles...that should help!! Two problems could be in play:1 try a different brand of polish: nailuv is my favorite. Right now I'm using the gelish bond, base & top coat. I'm going to try nailuv next time I purchase those basics.2 make sure you are extending the brush all the way through to the tip on all edges of the nail. Then cap the nail on all sides with your polish steps and your base/top coat steps. This should help. Pay extra attention to your edges and polish should last longer. Sensationail polish only lasts about 5-6 days for me though. Nailuv lasted almost 10 before I took it off... » Read More Two problems could be in play:1 try a different brand of polish: nailuv is my favorite. Right now I'm using the gelish bond, base & top coat. I'm going to try nailuv next time I purchase those basics.2 make sure you are extending the brush all the way through to the tip on all edges of the nail. Then cap the nail on all sides with your polish steps and your base/top coat steps. This should help. Pay extra attention to your edges and polish should last longer. Sensationail polish only lasts about 5-6 days for me though. Nailuv lasted almost 10 before I took it off because I wanted a new color. Oh and for the bottoms, try to be as thin as possible for each layer, avoid your cuticles...that should help!! « Show Less
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Make sure you buff the nails well, clean the nails (get any grease, creams or oils off) and use the primer (all provided). I also add 2 layers of polish which might help you.
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Make sure you use the primer, and cap the ends of your nails with all three products. You should also slightly roughen the top of you nails with a buffer before applying the primer.
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I just keep wiping off the polish until it barely goes on. I find that when it gets under the light it gets thicker. Depending on the color I will have to do 3-4 coats. I have had my light since June and won't go back to regular polish.
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Are you using the primer? It's very important. Also super thin coats help. You may have to put more on but the primer and thin coats help.
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Very thin coats of polish and make sure you don't get it on your cuticles or skin. This will cause it to lift quickly because it doesn't adhere to your skin like it does your nails.
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Make sure you cover the complete nail area with the primer. AND more important, make sure the coats are light ESPECIALLY near any skin surrounding the actual nail.
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I agree with what the other people have written. I just want to add that gel polish makers are starting to put kits out for sale to remove the gel. It's the same stuff, just more convenient. Putting the cotton pads and foil on is the best method IMHO. I didn't have as much success with the acetone in a bowl
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Tip 1: Be VERY careful not to get any on your skin. If you get any on your skin whatsoever, it will peel the whole thing off. Push your cuticles back. Tip 2: make sure you use a prep (can be a simple as an alcohol pad) base/top coat. On your top coat, go over the end of your nail to "seal" it. These two things should stop your peeling problems - this polish lasts about 3 weeks for me, and at that point I usually remove it because I want a new color or it is growing out too much, not because it is peeling.
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I've heard that there are some polishes other than the specific stamping polishes that work but they need to be thicker and it's pretty much trial and error. I recommend the ones designed for this though.
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I don't know, but it sounds like it is. Does anyone know how to use the polish remover? Since I didn't have the proper applicator pad I have to try and lift up the polish and reapply. Hoping for better results!!
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Use acetone. The easiest way I've found is to soak a cotton ball in acetone, place it on your fingernail, wrap it in foil, and let it set for about 10 minutes. The polish should come off pretty easily after that.
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I haven't had any troubles with the nail polish. Maybe you should use a clear top and bottom coat??? I don't know &#128542;. Sorry.
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Didn't apply too much; problem is that you didn't remove it all. The finish should be smooth as silk and super bright. This is a CLEANER and a polish. It takes a lot of work to remove it all. Use a very soft cloth, but you will need to rub hard, and concentrate on one small area at a time. Also, don't let it get wet for 24 hours; it has to "cure". All worth it, though.
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The top coat works as well with other brands of polish. I used it with Sally Hansen salon all in one. CND polish did not wear well. I used Scrub fresh 1st. None lasts 7 days. I also have the entire shellac system- wears better, but terrible to remove. Vinyl lux is easy to remove.
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You are right. All of the Gel Polishes sold here are just crap. None of them stay on no matter how much prep work you do. I wish I had returned all of this mess before the time to return passed
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The polish is relatively each to take off. I don't feel like it damages my nails when its properly soaked off, just try not to scrap it off. I personally don't like this kit as much. My polish always seemed to peel or chip after about 1 week. I had much better results with Sensationail.
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I would return it and ask for a replacement. We have NEVER had ours peel. Sounds like a minor defect. Best of Luck.
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Try spraying it liberally and then place paper towels on top and let it sit for a few hours. See if that helps. I also use a scraper and anything left comes right off.
187682
I didn't have this problem! They have an order of which side to peel off first and stick on then another you peel of after it is on and then it's done I'm sorry if this isn't helpful!
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I've done this before with Rust-Oleum (twice) and used Homax this time and no peeling so far. It's been 2 years and it looks good. A suggestion...use the small fine sandpaper blocks instead of steel wool. I did this on my tub, not on the tiles.
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Apologies Bonnie, I've never tried to do that. Guess I'm not thinking of trying to save money. I polish for commercial purposes and inlay my Art work. My polishers run 7 days a week and stop only when changing Grits or pulling finished items, Bone, Stone, Ivory, Operculum or raw Jewels :-)
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I just use acetone nail polish remover from the Dollar Tree. I soak my nails for about 5 minutes and it peels right off with no nail damage. I have used the product for three years and think it is great.