Chipping usually happens at the free edge because of thin structure, poor sealing, or under-curing.
- Prep matters: remove all cuticle residue and cleanse properly before product.
- Apply thin, even layers too thick = weak cure and easy chips.
- Seal the free edge with base + colour + top (cap, don’t overload).
- Keep the free edge strong: don’t over-file it too thin after shaping.
- Cure correctly: use the right lamp and full cure time for your system.
- Avoid contamination: don’t touch the nail after dehydrator/primer.
- Top coat technique: float it smoothly and cap the edge for protection.
- Match the system to lifestyle: hands in water/cleaning = stronger base + better sealing.
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