How to apply Magic Gel Strip - Manicure?

Step 1: Prep

Wash hands and clean nails before applying Magic Gel Strip.

Step 2: Select Size

Select the suitable gel strip size for each fingernail, measuring from one side of the fingernail to the other. A slightly smaller gel strip than your natural nail will give a more natural finish.

Step 3: Application

Place the gel strip close to the base of the nail (cuticle side) and press downwards starting from the centre. Press downwards on both sides of the nail, and repeat as needed to smoothen out any air bubbles or wrinkles.

Step 4: Press

Tuck the excess gel strip under your nail. Using the white side of the provided nail file, file off the excess gel strip in a downward motion.

DO NOT cut by filing side-to-side. Trim the middle first, then proceed to file and trim away the sides. Thereafter, use the grey side of the nail file to smoothen and finish the edges. Avoid water for an hour.

Additional Steps for Styles with Jewel Stickers

Step 5: Shape

Select your desired jewel. Use a tweezer if possible, detach from the film backing and place on the gel strip at your desired location.

Step 6: Finish

Apply topcoat or gel topcoat to seal the jewel and design. And you're all done. 

TIPS: To get the optimal result 

Cut the gel strip using the white side of the nail wide. Use a downward motion when filing down.

Cut the gel strip using the white side of the nail wide. Use a downward motion when filing down.

• If filing proves too difficult, you may use a baby scissors or eyebrow scissors to cut the gel strip to your nail shape.
• Avoid contact with water for at least 1 hour after application.
• If you have any wounds or infections, do not use Mage Gel Strips, or any nail products.
• Topcoat is not necessary to seal the Magic Gel Strip after application.
• If you apply a jewel or nail art sticker on top of the Magic Gel Strip, a topcoat is recommended to extend the wear of the jewel or nail art sticker on the gel strip.