If you are wondering why does your gel polish peel off in one piece, the answer is – because you have probably applied your gel too thickly, or you put too many layers.

You should apply your gel polish thinly and evenly to avoid bubbles or lifting when drying.

You can also use a thin layer of topcoat before applying the gel polish for extra protection.

Another common cause for this issue is that you’re using heat sources, such as hair dryers, too close to your nails while they’re wet with gel polish. 

When using these heat sources, always make sure that you are not getting them too close to your nail beds or cuticles.

Use a high-quality UV lamp when you are curing your nails that can have an effect on your nails too.

You can try to fix it by buffing the peel-off edge lightly with an orange stick after you remove it from your nail bed.

 Also, make sure that you apply a base coat before applying the gel polish to protect your nails from staining or yellowing. 

This will also help with keeping your manicure looking fresh for a longer period of time.

How many coats of gel polish should I use?

 Use one coat of gel polish if you want a natural look. If you want a more intense color, use two coats of gel polish.

 For the perfect manicure, apply three coats of gel polish

 Apply your first coat of nail polish just as you would with conventional nail polishes – brush it on and wait for it to dry before applying another layer

Apply second and third layers by dipping the brush into the bottle and then using light strokes to cover all surfaces 

Allow time for each layer to dry before applying another or adding a topcoat.

If you are using a low-quality gel nail polish brand, you may need to add some extra layers.

Don’t use more than three layers of top-quality brand products because your nails may end up too thick.

A low-quality gel nails polish can also cause your nails to lose color over time or even peel off quickly.

Should gel nail polish be sticky after curing?

When cured, your nails will feel tacky to the touch. Don’t worry; this is normal and happens because of an inhibition layer on top of gel polish when it’s done curing!

 Use lint-free wipes with 91% alcohol for cleaning off these excess gooey substances from around each nail before applying any other type or style desired. 

The more you wipe away during application time means cleaner looking results after cure completion.

Do you wipe gel nails between coats?

No, gel polish is like double-sided tape. Once you apply the base coat, you shouldn’t wipe it off with any cleaner because doing so will change its surface and affect how well subsequent gel colors adhere to that particular layer of protection for your natural nail bed.

Thus this can lead to premature peeling or lifting symptoms if care isn’t taken.

It would be best to wipe your nails after the topcoat to make sure there are no specks of dust on them.

 By wiping them, you also check if they are cured, so don’t skip this step.

After wiping, add lotion and some cuticle oil to make sure your hands and nails are not left dry and brittle.

Is LED or UV light better for gel polish?

LED nail dryers are safer than UV lights because they take 30-45 seconds instead of 8-10 minutes for curing gel. They also last much longer, with an average life span between 800 and 1000 hours!

A con for LED lights is that they are usually way more expensive than UV ones, but they are worth it.

Some brands of gel nails polish will not cure properly underneath LED lights, so check the instructions before you buy a product.

All UV lights will cure gel polishes that are made for LED lights, but that doesn’t go vice versa.

LED nail lamps are also repacing UV lights because UV lights are known to have a harmful effect on human health.

Conclusion: Why does my gel polish peel off in one piece?

 If you want to avoid the frustration of your gel polish peeling off in one big piece, make sure that you apply a thin and even layer. You can also use a coat of topcoat before applying the gel polish. 

Another common cause for this issue is that you are using heat sources on your nails like hair dryers which will make the nail plate more brittle over time, making it easier to break apart from its natural form under certain circumstances such as while washing dishes or scrubbing hands.

It can be tricky to get gel polish just right. If you’re not careful, it’s easy for the base coat to slip off your nails during the application or when soaking in acetone with subsequent layers.

The best way is to avoid using any cleaner on your nails before applying each new layer of gel color because this will change its surface and affect how well the next layer adheres.

Instead, wipe down your nail bed after peeling off a spent layer with alcohol-soaked cotton swabs rather than soap and water, which would also strip away that protective barrier against solvents that keeps them from prematurely lifting or peeling up.

This little trick should keep your manicure looking fresh longer without having to worry about them peeling off quickly.

 Gel polish is a great way to get long-lasting, chip-free manicures and pedicures, and we hope this article has given you some ideas on how to make them last longer.