Buff off gel removal

[lacytree]

I shall start by saying I clearly need more training and I'm saving every last penny I can to get that training. But for now I'd really appreciate your advice.

Do you leave a little layer of gel on the nail when you remove? If so, how do you make it look good?

I keep buffing too far because it just looks so patchy and messy. I know it's a real skill to learn when to stop but I'm just not getting it. Pictures would be a huge help if you could. Thanks :irked:

 

[Maz101]

Hi, yes you do leave a very thin layer of gel on the nail, once You get down to the thin layer You should go down to a fine file and buff gently until I get a nice shine, then I offer the client the option of colour or clear polish, I love as my final buff the opi 220/280 flex, leaves them looking lovely and it's gentle on the skin as so soft and flexible if you do touch the clients fingers.

 

[lacytree]

Thanks Maz. Maybe I'm needing a finer grit file. I use 180 to remove bulk then as gentle as possible with a 240 foam file. 280 would be a much better idea. I do use cuticle oil and a buffer to shine at the end. It just always looks like a messy patch. Is that normal or can you make it "invisble"?

And thanks for answering. I'm at my witts end.

 

[Maz101]

Yes you should be able to get it virtually invisible except for close inspection

 

[lacytree]

Thank you. I will get the hang of this eventually.