STEP BY STEP APPLICATION - HOW TO USE GUIDE
BBG® Application Guide Chart
| Step |
Phase |
Action & Technique |
Key Products / Tools |
Cure Time / Details |
| 1 |
Nail Prep |
Push back cuticles, gently buff natural nail surface to remove shine, and cleanse thoroughly to remove oils and dust. |
Cleanser / Alcohol, Buffer |
Crucial for preventing lifting and ensuring long wear |
| 2 |
Base Gel |
Apply a thin, even layer of base coat over the natural nail plate. |
Base Coat (e.g., Viti-B Base Coat) |
30–60 sec (LED) |
| 3 |
Slip Layer |
Brush a thin, uncured layer of BBG across the entire nail surface to serve as a wet glide base. |
BBG® (Builder Bottle Gel) |
Do not cure this layer |
| 4 |
Apex & Structure |
Place a small bead of BBG near the cuticle area and gently float the gel down toward the free edge to build the apex. |
BBG® (Builder Bottle Gel) |
Allow self-leveling to smooth out coverage |
| 5 |
Cure |
Place under the nail lamp to set and harden the gel structure. |
LED / UV Lamp |
60 sec (LED) / 120 sec (UV) |
| 6 |
Refine & Shape (Optional) |
Wipe tacky inhibition layer with alcohol, file sidewalls/free edge to perfect shape, and cleanse away filing dust. |
Alcohol wipe, Nail File, Buffer |
Ensures crisp sidewalls and a smooth finish |
| 7 |
Seal & Finish |
Apply gel color if desired, then seal with top coat and cure completely. |
Top Coat (e.g., HySHINE Top Coat) |
60 sec (LED) / 120 sec (UV) |
BBG® Removal Guide Chart
| Step |
Action |
Description |
Tools Required |
| 1 |
Break the Seal |
File down top coat and initial bulk layer to allow acetone penetration. |
Coarse File (100/180 grit) |
| 2 |
Soak Off |
Wrap nails with pure acetone-soaked cotton pads and foil wraps for 10–15 minutes. |
100% Pure Acetone, Foils/Clips |
| 3 |
Remove & Buff |
Gently push off softened gel using a cuticle pusher, then lightly buff nail surface. |
Wood Stick / Pusher, Buffer |