Just less than 10 years ago there were only a few top coat options. Pot or Bottle? Wipe or non-wipe? Today there are so many choices I never even imagined where possible. In today’s topic I’ll be breaking down all of the top gels I own (approximately 20) into 5 easily identifiable characteristics. Let’s dive […]
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We removed them in the last video, so naturally you know I had to put them back on. Join me in this watch me work session, where I will be overlaying my short nails again with Bio Sculpture (Bio Gel) Gel Base. It’s been a while since I used Bio Sculpture, primarily because I want
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It’s nail day! The day I get to treat myself to 4-6 hours of doing my nails while catching up on podcasts or other self-development listens. Yes, a lot of hours, but I certainly look at this day as me-time, and the nails last indefinitely… usually when it’s time to do them again. (Anywhere from
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Bottled builders have been a magnificent invention in the nail industry. Their purpose is to overlay natural length nails. But unlike potted builders (soft or hard), bottled builders have defined parameters. Specifically on how thick they can be applied and the length of nails they should be applied to. Today, I will show you the
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What is “rubber base” gel? It’s a funny term, isn’t it? Rubber base is a gel that is supposed to have flexibility and a rubbery-feel after being cured. In this video, I want to give you a bit of the origin story behind the term “rubber base” and what it means out there on these
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It’s nail day! The day I get to treat myself to 4-6 hours of doing my own nails while catching up on podcasts or other self-development listens. Yes, a lot of hours, but I certainly look at this day as me-time, and the nails last indefinitely… usually when it’s time to do them again. (Anywhere
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You do not have to let your nails go into total disaster because your appointment still isn’t until a few days. In this video, I want to share with you the three things you need to do if you’re wearing gel nails that are 4 weeks old or older. These pro tips will help you
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No structured overlay is complete without a top coat. But let’s be real: sometimes, we nail the builder gel application so well that we are hesitant to ruin the overlay with the top coat. And here’s the thing: no two overlays are exactly the same. Sometimes, one is thicker, and sometimes, the nails are very
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Before diving into any tips or techniques for nail design, there’s one thing you absolutely need to do: know your products. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a professional, understanding the materials you’re working with is the foundation for success. I’ve dedicated a lot of time to making this easier for you, both here on
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The invention of nail gel has been absolutely revolutionary. UV curing nail gel was invented back in 1988, yes over 30 years ago. High shine finishes, a natural look and feel, and instantly dry nails… Probably the top three characteristics that have us going… Yes, yes, yes! And back for more of that gel nail
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