Which steps should be followed when preparing nails for gel polish?

• A. Nails clean and dry, remove cuticle residue, lightly buff to adhesion, dehydrate, apply base coat or primer.
• B. Soak nails in oil, skip buffing, apply top coat.
• C. Soak nails in water, scrub with soap, apply color directly.
• D. Ignore cuticles and buff heavily.

Answer: (C)