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Amazing value! - gelish is a great product
Such a great buy for the full size bottles! Normally, the mini bottles cost at least $10 at beauty supply store. As long as it's applied properly, you will have no issues with lifting. When removed properly, gel polish will not and should not harm your natural nails. I use either the complete gel polish system or the gelly "sandwich" method along with the red carpet manicure led lamp. I would also suggest purchasing the gelish remover - it's much more gentle than acetone & removes very efficiently. I also purchased plastic nail clips and cotton ball pads (on Amazon). For removal, gently buff away the top coat and saturate cotton ball and use the clips to keep it in place. Wait at least 10-15 minutes. I keep it in place until it has litetally flaked completely off. I also do not buff my nail plate before or after polishing as constant buffing can excessively thin the nail plate. As you can see, my natural nails are in very good condition (no peeling, breaks, etc) and I've been using gelish for well over a year. Using alcohol plus the ph bond to dehydrate the nail and the wear should easily last 2 weeks.
September 2017 · Beauty and Personal Care · verified purchase