OPI gel color soak-off gel polish applies just like traditional nail polish but gives you a super shiny finish that lasts up to two weeks. You can just simply apply the gel like regular nail polish and cure it under a UV or LED lamp for a specified period of time. OPI gel color is produced by the largest manufacturer of nail products in the world. OPI gel color will last for 2 weeks and is made specifically to fight the normal wear and tear from daily activities. Their formula does not damage the natural nails and will help keep your nails strong and healthy. The curing times for gel color gel polish are highly dependent on the type of lamp that you are using. For LED Lamps, the gel color will take 20-30 seconds to cure. However, with a UV lamp, it will take 2 – 3 minutes to cure. Check out the latest LED lamp for faster curing. The gel color application process is very similar to the other soak-off gel polishes. This is how you do it: Prepare the nail by using an orangewood stick to push the cuticles back for a clean application of the gel. Shape your nails to your style with a natural nail filer 150 grit or higher. Prepare the natural nail by gently removing the shine using a buffer and lightly buffing it to rough up the nail beds. Remove the oils and dust on your nail by using a nail cleanser. Roll the gel color bottle in your hands to mix the contents. Apply a thin even layer of gel color base coat onto your nail. Place your hand in an LED Lamp and cure for 10 seconds or a UV lamp and cure for 1 minute. The top coat will remain tacky/sticky, but this is normal for any soak-off gel polish. Don’t forget to cap the nail edges to create a seal. Make sure you remove any gel color from the skin prior to curing. Place your hand in an LED Lamp and cure for 20 seconds or a UV Lamp and cure for 2 minutes. Apply a second coat of gelcolor color to the nail. Apply a thin even layer of gel color top coat onto your nail.