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Lesson 2: Prep for Gel-X Retention (No Lifting Checklist)

NT202-M02-L01

M02-L01

60

Intermediate

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

  • [ ]  Prep the nail plate for Gel-X retention (clean, dry, safe).

  • [ ]  Identify common lifting causes and how to prevent them.

  • [ ]  Apply dehydrator/primer correctly (if used in the system).

  • [ ]  Protect the nail plate (no over-filing).

Prep for Gel-X retention

1) Prep goals

Clean, dry, and gently prepped nail plate.

2) Common lifting causes

cuticle not cleaned

oils/moisture

incorrect tip fit or curing

3) Luxury standard

Luxury retention comes from prep and precision—not aggression.

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MASTER

Completion:

  • [ ]  Theory Complete

  • [ ]  Workbook Complete

  • [ ]  Practical Complete

  • [ ]  Assessment Passed

  • [ ]  Instructor Approved

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