Caleb Foster
Red Carpet Manicure offers a starter kit for at-home gel manicures, which includes a polish remover, cuticle oil, and a bright red polish called Red Carpet Reddy. The process of achieving a gel manicure at home involves cleaning your nails, trimming them, filing, buffing, and pushing your cuticles back. The next step is to apply a layer of the Structure base coat gel, followed by curing it under an LED light. After this, you can apply two thin coats of the colour nail enamel, curing under the LED light after each coat to seal in the colour. Finally, apply the Brilliance seal and shine top coat, cure under the LED light once more, and finish with the Purify cleanser.
How to use Red Carpet LED Nail Gel Polish
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Preparation | Clean nails of polish, trim, file, buff, and push cuticles back |
| Base coat | Apply a layer of the Structure base coat gel, cure under LED light |
| Color coats | Apply 2 thin coats of nail enamel, cure under LED light after each coat |
| Top coat | Apply Brilliance seal and shine top coat, cure under LED light |
| Cleansing | Finish with Purify cleanser to remove tacky residue |
| Removal | Use nail buffer to break top seal, soak foil nail wraps in Erase Gel Polish Remover, wrap nails and leave for 10-15 minutes, gently remove remaining gel polish with an orange wood stick, buff nail, wipe with Purify cleanser, and massage cuticle oil into cuticles |
| Curing | Use the DUAL PRO UVLED Lamp or the Red Carpet Professional LED light (6 watts) |
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What You'll Learn
- Preparation: Clean nails, trim, file, buff and push back cuticles
- Base coat: Apply a layer of the Structure base coat gel, cure under an LED light
- Colour: Apply two thin coats of colour, curing under the LED light after each coat
- Top coat: Apply a Brilliance seal and shine top coat, cure under the LED light
- Removal: Use a nail buffer to break the top seal, then remove with gel polish remover
Preparation: Clean nails, trim, file, buff and push back cuticles
Before you begin your Red Carpet manicure, it's important to prepare your nails. Start by cleaning your nails and removing any existing polish. You can use a nail polish remover for this step, but be sure to wash your hands afterward to get rid of any oily residue.
Next, you'll want to trim your nails to your desired length. If your nails are already fairly short, you may only need to file them to smooth out any rough edges. Use a nail file to gently shape your nails, taking care not to be too aggressive, as this can weaken the nails.
Once your nails are at your desired length and shape, it's time to buff them. Buffing your nails helps to create a smooth surface for the gel polish to adhere to. It also helps to remove any ridges or imperfections on the nail surface. Gently buff each nail, moving the buffer in one direction across the nail plate.
Finally, you'll want to push back your cuticles. Soak your fingers in warm water for a few minutes to soften the cuticles, and then use a cuticle pusher to gently push them back. Be careful not to push too hard, as this can damage the nail bed. You can also use a cuticle remover to help dissolve and remove the cuticles if needed.
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Base coat: Apply a layer of the Structure base coat gel, cure under an LED light
To achieve the best results when using Red Carpet LED nail gel polish, it is important to follow the correct steps. After preparing your nails by cleaning, trimming, filing, buffing, and pushing back your cuticles, you can begin the base coat process.
The base coat is a crucial step in achieving a long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing manicure. It acts as a bonding agent between your natural nail and the gel polish, creating a smooth and even surface for the gel polish to adhere to. This helps to enhance the adhesion between the nail and the polish, prolonging the lifespan of your manicure. By filling in ridges and minor flaws, the base coat ensures a polished and professional look, with uniform colour distribution. Additionally, it prevents your natural nail from staining, which is especially important when using dark or highly pigmented polishes.
To apply the base coat, start by applying a thin, even layer of the Structure base coat gel to each nail. Make sure to seal the edges of your nails by capping the free edge with the base coat. This will give your nails a chip-resistant finish. The surface of your nails will feel sticky, which is normal.
After applying the base coat to all your nails, it's time to cure them under an LED light. Place your nails under the LED light for at least 45 seconds to a minute. This step is crucial in the process of hardening and setting the base coat, ensuring it is thoroughly cured. Once the base coat is cured, you can move on to the next step of applying the colour coat.
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Colour: Apply two thin coats of colour, curing under the LED light after each coat
To achieve a salon-worthy gel manicure at home with the Red Carpet Manicure kit, start by cleaning your nails of any old polish, then trim, file, buff, and push back your cuticles. Next, apply a layer of the Structure base coat gel and cure it under the LED light. Now, for the colour: apply two thin coats of your chosen colour, curing under the LED light after each coat. This will seal in the colour and ensure your manicure is long-lasting.
The Red Carpet Manicure Starter Kit comes with a bright red polish called 'Red Carpet Reddy', but there are many other colours and shades to choose from, including nudes, pastels, brights, glitters, and darks. You can even layer different Red Carpet LED gel polishes to create your own unique shade.
After applying the colour, follow with the Brilliance Seal and Shine top coat and cure again under the LED light. Finally, use the Purify cleanser to remove any tacky residue, leaving your manicure shiny and polished. With the LED light curing process, you don't have to wait for your nails to dry – they will be hardened and ready to go as soon as you finish the steps!
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Top coat: Apply a Brilliance seal and shine top coat, cure under the LED light
To achieve a professional-looking manicure with the Red Carpet Manicure kit, the final step is to apply a Brilliance Seal and Shine Top Coat. This will seal and protect your gel nail polish, giving it a high-shine, durable finish.
Before applying the top coat, ensure your nails are clean and dry. Then, open the bottle and wipe any excess gel from the brush by wiping it against the inner edge of the bottle's neck. Apply a thin layer of the top coat over your coloured gel polish, covering the entire nail. It is important to cover the entire nail, including the edges, for a perfect seal.
Place your nails under the LED lamp and cure for the recommended time. For the Le Mini LED lamp, this is 30 seconds, and for the Le Maxi LED lamp, this is 60 seconds. The LED light will activate the curing agents in the gel, hardening it and ensuring a glossy finish.
Once cured, your nails will be chip-free and shiny. You can now finish off with the Purify cleanser, which will remove any sticky residue and leave your manicure looking polished and professional.
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Removal: Use a nail buffer to break the top seal, then remove with gel polish remover
When you're ready to remove your Red Carpet Manicure, it's important to do it in a way that's safe for your nails. While it may be tempting to pick, peel, or scrape the gel polish off, this can damage your nails. Instead, use a nail buffer to break the top seal, then remove the polish with a gel polish remover.
First, use a nail buffer to gently buff the surface of your nail. This will break the top seal of the gel polish, making it easier to remove. Be careful not to over-buff, as this can weaken your nails and make it difficult for gel polish to adhere in the future.
Next, apply a gel polish remover to a cotton ball or pad. You can also use acetone for this step, but be cautious as acetone can be harsh on your nails and skin. If using acetone, it's recommended to use acetone-soaked cotton balls rather than dunking your nails into a bowl of acetone, as this can be very drying.
Gently press the cotton ball or pad onto your nail and hold it there for a few seconds to allow the remover to penetrate the gel polish. Then, wipe the cotton ball or pad over your nail to remove the gel polish. You may need to repeat this process a few times to fully remove the polish, especially if it has been on your nails for a while.
After removing the gel polish, be sure to apply cuticle oil to rehydrate your cuticles and keep your nails healthy and strong.
Following these steps, you can safely and effectively remove your Red Carpet Manicure at home without damaging your nails.
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Frequently asked questions
First, clean your nails of any old polish, trim them, file, buff, and push your cuticles back. Next, apply a layer of the Structure base coat gel and cure it under the LED light. After this, apply two thin coats of the colour nail enamel, curing under the LED light between coats. Finish with the Brilliance seal and shine topcoat, curing it under the LED light. Lastly, use the Purify cleanser to remove any tacky residue.
If applied correctly, Red Carpet LED nail gel polish can last for a few weeks.
To remove your Red Carpet gel polish manicure, use the nail buffer to break the top seal of the gel polish. Then, soak some foil nail wraps with Erase Gel Polish Remover, wrap your nails, and leave for 10-15 minutes. Remove the foil wraps and gently remove any remaining gel polish with an orangewood stick.
You can find Red Carpet Manicure products online on their website, on drugstore.com, and in ULTA stores.
For optimal results, it is recommended to cure Red Carpet gel products in the DUAL PRO UVLED Lamp.
