To start, she recommended I file my nail surfaces and wipe them to remove dust or oils to ensure my nails are properly prepped. Le Mini Macaron sells special alcohol-based nail cleanser prep pads that can help with this, but they don't come with the kit.
I quickly realized my hands were not made for performing professional manicures - that much was evident after my first attempt at applying the polish. I got it on my fingers a few times and was a little worried, but Kao said I just had to make sure I cleaned any polish off my skin before curing.
The lamp in my kit only had one button, which activates the light for 30 seconds to cure the polish. It conveniently shut off automatically when it was finished.
Next, I was ready to apply my polish. Kao also said the polish bottle should be rolled, not shaken, before use to avoid making any air bubbles in its thick texture, so I tried to keep that in mind throughout the process.
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