Hi Katie,
Yes sorry I didnt mention that bit! whoops!
I will start from the begining,
I push back cuticles, file free edge, and take off any dead tissue lightly with a buffing block.
I then apply primer to everynail. (this dries almost instantly, just make sure you dont use too much)
I then apply base coat, cure for 2mins, then lightly dab away excess with a lint free wipe ( remember to dab and not wipe the nail)
Then 2 layers of colour, 2mins each.
Then Top coat 3 mins.
Just a tip, you can apply to all 5 nails at once, but on the top coat layer, i always get then to remove hand after 3 mins, i wipe 4 fingers (not thumb) and get them to pop thumb back in flat to ensure the edge is set. (30 sec's is long enough) just to be safe.
I find my clients start to see wear after 14 days or so, some can go longer and nails still look great. I say its upto 14 day wear, this when they last longer clients are over the moon but if before 14days they get a chip they are not disappointed.
Hope this helps xx