GelColor Removal by Hand

  • Step by Step Instructions
  • Products & Tools Used
Pro Tip

Removing the surface shine is optional but doing so will result in a faster soak off.

File the free edge and sidewalls to break the seal

File the free edge and sidewalls to break the seal of each nail with an EDGE 240 File.

Saturate the pad of the Removal Wrap with Expert Touch Lacquer Remover

Fully saturate the pad of the Removal Wrap with Expert Touch Lacquer Remover.

Wrap each finger securely with a Removal Wrap

Wrap each finger securely, making sure the pad is placed on top of the nail.

Pro Tip

Fold the top of the removal wrap inward for a more comfortable soak-off experience meanwhile preventing remover liquid from evaporating.

Once fingers are securely wrapped, soak for 15 minutes

Once fingers are securely wrapped, soak for 15 minutes (10 minutes if surface shine is removed). For a faster soak off, place hands inside hand mitts.

Remove the wraps using a twisting motion to ensure a clean removal

With the mitts still on, remove the wraps using a twisting motion to ensure a clean removal.

Use a cuticle stick to gently push off the lifted product

Use a cuticle stick to gently push off the lifted product. If any gel color remains, rewrap and soak for an additional 2-5 minutes.

Wipe off any residue with a Nail Wipe saturated with N.A.S. 99

Wipe off any residue with a Nail Wipe saturated with N.A.S. 99.

Completed GelColor Removal by Hand

Complete Removal.

Pro Tip

Proceed with Nail Envy for after care.

pro only
Edge White 240 File
$1.30
Edge White 240 File - Files - OPI
pro only
Expert Touch Removal Wraps
$24.95
Expert Touch Removal Wraps - Salon Accessories - OPI
Expert Touch Lacquer Remover
$6.19
OPI Expert Touch Nail Lacquer Remover
pro only
Expert Touch Nail Wipes
$6.95
Expert Touch Nail Wipes - Salon Accessories - OPI
pro only
N.A.S. 99 Nail Cleansing Solution
$5.15
N.A.S. 99 Nail Cleansing Solution - Sanitation and Disinfection - OPI
Nail Envy Original
$18.95
Nail Envy Original