Gellux and cuticle softener/remover

[Helenaw]

Hi guys,
I've been doing gellux nails for a few months. But have a client with really thick cuticles coming in later.
Pushing back is not good enough. I'm worried about using cuticle remover as I know the nail needs to be as dry as possible to give the gellux the best possible lifespan on the nail (so to speak).
Any tips or advice on using cuticle remover before applying gellux? I want her gellux manicure to last.
Thanks peeps x

 

[es22x]

Orly Cutique (think that's the name) is amazing! It's a cuticle and stain remover and it even took up bits of old nail tips left on the nail plate!