Correct order-gel enhancements?

[ashleyloren]

Hi salongeeks i'm a bit confused on a few things when it comes to gel enhancements..
I mainly sculpt my gel (occasionally tip if the client requests) but i'm unsure if i apply my base layer sculpting into form/tip then build the nail shape and apex, file and shape then apply nail colour/art and topcoat or do i apply base layer sculpting onto form/tip, colour/art, build layer for apex then file shape and topcoat..
Does it matter what order? Is one way better? Also would like opinions on nsi balance gels do people find them good no lifting/breaking etc. Or is ibd or young nails better young nails is what i've been using as that is what is readily available and was what we were taught with at school
Thanks in advance so sorry for the long question

 

[EmmaLF]

I personally build my nail using the gel and then apply the colour and topcoat.
I've never tried it the other way so I don't know what it would look like.

 

[blossom]

Colour last then top coat x

 

[ashleyloren]

Thanks ladies ☺ so if you were to apply glitter to the free edge like a french nail would you encapsulate it in gel?