1st stage : the elimination phase which lasts 4 weeks: - File the surface of the nail once a week (always throw away the file after each use), - then apply the solution to the nail(s) to be treated once a day. 2nd stage : the protection phase which lasts about 9 months: - use the last file to even out the surface of the nail, - then apply the solution to the affected nails once a week for 9 months or until the discoloration of your nail has completely disappeared.