Step 1. Gelish Dip Prep - Apply one coat to prepped nail. Step 2. Gelish Dip Base Coat - Apply Gelish Dip Base Coat to a nail and dip into Dip powder. Tap off excess powder. Move to the next nail. Repeat for desired coverage. Step 3. Gelish Dip Activator- Apply activator to all nails. Now apply base coat, file and shape. Remove dust with a lint-free nail wipes. Reapply activator and dry wipe. Step 4. Gelish Dip Top Coat - Apply two thin even Top coats to each nail and let air dry. In no time, your nails will be hard and shiny and beautiful.