STEP 8

Because there was a ridge where the Perception gel joined on to the free edge of the natural nal, there will be a slightly uneven surface now the overlay has been applied. To refine the surface you must now use a 180 grit file to finish. You may do this on the last layer of Nobility gel, but to make filing even easier I apply a layer of Lechat Gelee top gel [pink or clear] and file onto this layer. As it has a firmer finish than the Nobility gel I find it an easier and faster way to get a perfect surface. Be sure you dont file away the gel that encloses the free edge of the natural nail.