I'm so so happy you're trying gel! I've been doing my nails with gel for almost 2 years now, and I promise the cost of the lamp and the gels pay for themselves after a couple of manis compared to a salon. For anyone thinking of switching to gel from regular polish, just remember that less product on the brush is best, otherwise you will flood the cuticle and the sides of the nail. ☺️
Great tips and great point about getting your money back over time, although it is an investment it does save you long term if you're used to going to the salon!
Kelli Marissa For sure! I was spending so much at the salon, & I just happened to come across the lamps and gels at Ulta and went for it. ☺️ Thank you for the tutorial; now I know how to do a gradient with gel!
I had some sensitivity in my nail plate after using gel and I think it was because of the light. Like, even washing my hair made them ache. Is there a kind of light that’s less likely to give me a repeat of this? I really love gel, but I had a terrible time growing out my nails after stopping.
Nail Therapy Studio Sounds like that salon used a UV light. Those can hurt and even burn. LED lamps are the way to go. And it’s faster to cure! So sorry that happened to you!
I watched an interview with one of the pioneers in acrylics, where he touched on why people get reactions to a variety of things like products to UV vs LED lamps & which are designed for what product. She's right in that more lines of gel or acrylics are being designed for use under an LED lamp, but some salons are using a UV lamp & vice versa causing damage, reactions that are either similar to or are allergic & allergies can be developed over time. It was a very in depth & interesting interview, I thought, even though he gets right into the chemical properties of his line, how he came into the industry & all of that. I'd have to research the guy's name, since I watched that this past summer.
Question, how do you do swatches of gel? Do you use a peel off base coat? I've steered away from gel polishes because I can never get them removed without my nails looking wrecked. :/
That Edelweiss is really nice. I love the look of white nail polish and the Christmas Tree polish is awesome. Your gradient nail art was beautifully done. 💅 A very glamorous look.
I love that glitter collection, especially that pink one! Great nail art! I've seen a few videos using a gradient brush for gel gradients. Maybe Natasha Lee or Sarah R. But you did a great job! So beautiful! I hope your plant gets better! 😀
I'm sorry if someone already mentioned this, but Suzie from Nail Career Education made a tutorial video on making gradient nails with gel polish. However I think the gradient you did looks amazing! The colors you chose really compliment each other really well!
I liked both hers & Kelli's take on gel gradients despite the fact that I don't own any gels. The tutorial on gel gradients from Wildflower Academy? That one was cool too, they have their own line of brushes among other things & it includes a gel polish gradient brush.
@@millersmanicures4064 sure not a problem. I almost got straight into gel polishes when I saw they create a product that puffs up. I got reminiscent of my childhood in the sweatshirt designs 30 years ago Haha.
Those were also beautiful. I loved the purple ring, blue magic, But the best was the diamond rain. I am not a big fan of gold but loved jingle bells. Can't wait to see what else you come up with for them... I don't use gels that much but enjoyed seeing them.
Oooh some beautiful colours there. I use a shear nude gel for a mostly natural nail look, pretty much as a base to strengthen my nails. I have no end of trouble removing it though when I get chips.
Lol, that is so funny that you are doing a gel review and nail art and I usually work with gel and I am starting this year to use regular polishes more. Great job on the gel gradient, those are harder to do. 😊
What a great job!!! I have never seen a gel gradient either!!! LOVE the Cremes the most. BUT Christmas Socks and the other Gold (name?) are gorgeous. I think the term you're looking for instead of blackened gold is oxidized gold. 😊
Yes! I have been so into gel polish lately i even got rid of all my regular nail polish. You should try out laguna moon gels they are super affordable and work well.
Very pretty shades and the nail art you did. Loooove your makeup and hair. Hope your index finger feels better soon. Lol. (I saw a band-aid on your finger).
Thank you for doing gel! I love Shiny Pearl, Purple Ring, and Magic Blue the most in the first collection. The chick that does my nails swears there is no opaque white or pale pink gels. I’m going to sing Edelweiss to her over and over. Love Gift Socks, literally and the polish color. The blue and gold gradient was amazing!
I am so happy to see you learning the joys of gel polishes! I have to say, however, that gels have ruined me for traditional nail lacquers. I just can't sit still long enough to not ding them in at least one or two places. I just use my hands too much.
I've only done one gel gradient and I was trying to use three colors, so it was tricky. Go big or go home I guess!! Lol. Seriously, this was gorgeous nail art and that white!! Wow!
Awesome nail art!! You did an awesome job!! I can see on the top of your nail rack thing the Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Rock Glam metallic polish collection. I bought those but they're not here yet. I can't wait for you to swatch those. 🤗🤗
I LOVE swatch and reviews!! But... does it annoy you to paint your nails over and over again only to take it off? Do you have like a set day that you do swatch and reviews so that you can have a mani the rest of the week? I love painting my nails but my two least favorite parts are waiting for it to dry and then taking it off a week later 😂
LOL! This is a great question. I do usually plan to do as many as I can, either on weekends or after work and just get a few collections out of the way, and then I'll wear a manicure for the rest of the week. But sometimes I get lazy with my swatching and it takes me a few days to do all the collections I have at the moment, so sometimes I'll just have bare nails for the week!
1st set: Wow, wow & 3 times wow. 2nd set: not so much wow. Hope you don’t mind me being honest. I’ve heard that acrylic is easier then gel to do a gradient so you’ve done really well! xx
You can get them on amazon! I’ve bought some of their products for nail art (rhinestones, glitter, and gel to adhere) but I haven’t bought any of their gel polish yet!
Haha! You made me LOL with "edelweiss" haha! I'm sure you know how to say it now though 😊 I really appreciate this video; I'm not usually into swatch videos, but I have been really interested in gel polish and you make it seem so easy to use! I might have to try it...🤷♀️💅
Those gel polishes are really pretty colors, i love how your nail art turned out. The easiest way to do nail art on nail polish is to use art paint, if you don't like how your designs turn out you can wipe it off with alcohol and start again without messing up your polish.
Gorgeous colors and nail art! I've never used gel polishes, the closest I've gotten is the "gel-like" no-lamp stuff. One question... how does the smell of gel compare to regular polish?
For someone who says that she's new to gel nail art & gradients, it sure doesn't look it! I really like the mani you came up with. The half shown stars in the edges especially look cool. I may have to invest in a lamp & some basics for gel polishes, since I have to replace my polish collection anyway now is as good a time as any eh? Thanks for sharing & have a great day today!
Haha I'm glad you were impressed by my gel work! I had so much fun doing it, such a different experience from regular polish. I'll be trying again soon!
@@KelliMarissa I've seen some gel stamping done & some are even with the powders that I am nowhere near artistically adept at trying yet. But it does make it seem easier for nail art.
Love that gold! It reminds of the pink pearl and the purple ....I forgot the name... but what about the Diamond Rain? Same name as the Stairly....blue....thanks Kelli!!!!
I have been wanting to try gel polish for a long time, but I am afraid to! LOL What I'm most concerned about is taking it off. What do you use to get the polish off? Also, do your manis last longer with the gel polish? Thank you! Your nails look AWESOME with the gel gradient and star design.
I actually use a peel off base whenever I do gels because I can't commit for that long haha! But I should probably do a video on gel removal (which will require learning how to remove gels LOL)!
What is the pink you are wearing in your video at the end? I am obsessed with it! Also love the blue you are wearing at the beginning. Can you please list what's on your nails where you are talking from now on? Thank you. xo
Haha it's the same polish :) I usually list it in the description but I forgot for this video, thanks for reminding me! It's Saros by Starrily (part of my collab), its color changing!
Hi Kelly love the models one creams I love any polish that's a one coater though.!!! To me any way you can get away with one coat thanks for sharing. I was like you I stayed away from gel polish but since I'm not changing my Manny's all the time I want mine extended but I'm a little disappointed I don't find that I have to soak them off at all I can just peel them off they don't last quite as long as everybody goes on about they do I mean a regular polish you've got chips going on in a couple days if you're having to wash dishes by hand or something but I don't find they last any two to three weeks at all.They peel right off and that's without using a peel off base coat anyway that's just my take on gel polishes so I don't plan on buying ones that are very costly which there's so many and I really prefer the no wipe top coat so there's no messing with alcohol and all that nonsense.lol oh and the fact they dry quickly that's another big plus about the gels to especially if you live in a very humid area winter and summer like I do. Anyway I think gels are definitely a plus I prefer them now.. a lot of times I'll use regular polish and then I'll put a gel top coat that extends the Manny to just by having that no wipe top coat I find it does anyway...lol anyway thanks for sharing and happy New Year to you!❤ sh@#@ all my blabbing I forgot to tell you how beautiful the gradient and the stars look absolutely gorgeous thanks for a great idea
Do you NEED a topcoat for gel polish? I mean.. or are two layers of coloured polishes enough!? Does the gel topcoat has more protection in its chemicals to prevent from chipping or is it better to have less coats?
Good evening, I have a question but I first want to start out by saying that I'm a fan. My question is this... With nail polish becoming more fashionably acceptable for men, what are your thoughts and views on men wearing nail polish?
Hey Joshua! I've actually been asked this before and I considered making a video on it (I still might!) But I don't think nail polish is gendered at all, despite the "feminine" connotation. It used to be exclusively worn by men, after all! I think it's awesome to see more men of every sexuality doing nail art and wearing polish and I've worked in professional fields where I've seen men wear polish too. I've also given friends plenty of "man"icures over the years ;)
Love that you bring this up & love it even more that you're willing to cover the subject with such an open mind Kelli! I just had an unfortunate conversation with my exhusband about gender norming & we have a 10yo daughter. It was brought up because I was learning makeup application techniques from Manny MUA.
I love the polish collection and the nail art bag (which I would want to use as a purse too...haha!)! I also love the gel polish gradient and art that you did; it was awesome and very pretty! I've actually never used gel polish either. I want to, but I've heard that it's a pain to remove. I don't know though. And I'd also get bored with the same color or design after a few days...lol!
@@KelliMarissa Lol...maybe that's what I'll do! That's definitely awesome that it dries so fast. Hm...I think that I'll get peel off base coat and try out some gel polish. :D
Haha glad you liked it :) and I wouldn't recommend mixing regular base coats with gel products because you never know how they'll react. I did use a peel off base coat specifically meant for gels by Madam Glam though, it's great!
How did you get the gel polish off? I’ve tried a couple and it just wrecks my nails soaking them in acetone and I don’t care to keep them on for weeks at a time (but love the quick dry).
You should do what I do and use peel off base coat! I'm the same way, don't love keeping gels on for long but I love the fast dry! I use the one from Madam Glam cause it's intended for gels.
@@KelliMarissa Thanks! I'll have to give the Madam Glam a try. I've tried Unt but it didn't peel (it's possible it didn't dry enough and just mixed with the gel).
Do you use the same finger for all of your swatches? (I love your videos and your hair looks awesome, by the way!) Also, is there a reason why you always keep your nails short? Just curious. :-)
Haha yes I do use the same finger - my ring finger on my right hand! I had them super short for the holidays but I'm actually growing them a tiny bit longer just to try it out. I usually prefer them short though!
Kelly I was on Amazon last night looking at these because I was really impressed with the colors of them. It says that they are harmful to our (aquatic) environment. I don’t know where you stand, but unfortunately I will not be buying. I did learn over Xmas, that glitter doesn’t ever degrade. The nail art you did, awesome, gorgeous, so talented
Hey Joan, that is disappointing to hear! I know that glitter is bad for the environment but unfortunately the nature of being a nail polish swatcher makes it difficult to pick and choose which polishes to swatch since I do full collections. :( I know that the chemicals in nail polish and remover aren't great for the environment in general either but I try to make up for it in different ways in my personal life, by recycling (and composting when I can) and conserving energy.
I think with that wide flat brush you could probably dip one half in the purple and the other in the gold and that might make “gradienting” easier? Just a guess. Ive actually never used gel cause i love regular polish too much.
Hey there GALAXY GAL!! I haven't dropped you a line in quite a while and you've been on my mind lately!! Anywhoo.... I love the nail art and commend you on marching to the beat of your own drum! Also the stars were a perfect compliment to the color schemes in your gradient. Honestly(sorry, just a lil disclaimer,lol!!) I dont know why but this nail art look reminded me of Christmas A LOTin fact!!! It looked like what the sky would have looked like when Jesus was born......anyone else feeling that kind of vibe??? Also congrats on the move and I have to say that you seem at least from an outsider's perspective to be happier than I've seen you in quite a while and I'm so glad. Anywhoo,now that written a novel for you(yw,😂😉😂) I'll look forward to hearing back from you!! Oh yeah.....almost forgot!!?!!?!!. ...... out of the 1st set of swatches my absolute,hands down, favorite would be ,and I'm sorry that I honestly have forgotten the actual names of my fave swatches) anywhoo!!! LMAO!!!!] But I loved the purple and oh yeah I absolutely loved the crelly green!!!! It reminded me of a candy apple but green not red. Also I loved the purplishey muted silver color as well. Anyway,I hope that your year is going amazing and until next time........ BYEEEEE!😉!!
Haha well I've got a fun fact for you / that nail art was actually filmed before christmas and was meant to be a christmas mani! I'm glad you liked it :)
Omg, socks for Christmas....I counted all my socks and nicely asked my hubby not to get me socks for Christmas (before Thanksgiving) and he already had bought me 2. I now have FORTY SEVEN pairs of socks! LOL Good thing I love socks😉👍
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I'm so so happy you're trying gel! I've been doing my nails with gel for almost 2 years now, and I promise the cost of the lamp and the gels pay for themselves after a couple of manis compared to a salon. For anyone thinking of switching to gel from regular polish, just remember that less product on the brush is best, otherwise you will flood the cuticle and the sides of the nail. ☺️
Great tips and great point about getting your money back over time, although it is an investment it does save you long term if you're used to going to the salon!
Kelli Marissa For sure! I was spending so much at the salon, & I just happened to come across the lamps and gels at Ulta and went for it. ☺️ Thank you for the tutorial; now I know how to do a gradient with gel!
I had some sensitivity in my nail plate after using gel and I think it was because of the light. Like, even washing my hair made them ache. Is there a kind of light that’s less likely to give me a repeat of this? I really love gel, but I had a terrible time growing out my nails after stopping.
Nail Therapy Studio Sounds like that salon used a UV light. Those can hurt and even burn. LED lamps are the way to go. And it’s faster to cure! So sorry that happened to you!
I watched an interview with one of the pioneers in acrylics, where he touched on why people get reactions to a variety of things like products to UV vs LED lamps & which are designed for what product. She's right in that more lines of gel or acrylics are being designed for use under an LED lamp, but some salons are using a UV lamp & vice versa causing damage, reactions that are either similar to or are allergic & allergies can be developed over time. It was a very in depth & interesting interview, I thought, even though he gets right into the chemical properties of his line, how he came into the industry & all of that. I'd have to research the guy's name, since I watched that this past summer.
I really love how your gradient and nail art turned out. It looks so pretty! Thanks for sharing Kelli
Thanks so much Jamie!
“ei-duhl-vais” 🙈 love your videos though! and always wonderful content 😊 for realz, I just also love the Sound of Music 😂
Haha I had a feeling I butchered that one!!!
Kelli Marissa you’re truly a fabulous creator on here! I love that you reply to your followers, even the goofy grammar police 😝
“Ei-duhl-vais” 🤣👍🏼
Lol, Sound Of Music is how I learned that word too!
Question, how do you do swatches of gel? Do you use a peel off base coat? I've steered away from gel polishes because I can never get them removed without my nails looking wrecked. :/
texastornado you can do a peel off base coat no problem only thing is it lasts for maybe a week or so and then just starts pealing off for me
I do use a peel off base coat - it doesn't last as long as regular gel manicures but I still like using them!
That Edelweiss is really nice. I love the look of white nail polish and the Christmas Tree polish is awesome. Your gradient nail art was beautifully done. 💅 A very glamorous look.
By any chance, could we get a Sailor Moon inspired nail art with your new collection? 👀👀👀
🌙 🌟
Haha oh gosh I've never watched Sailor Moon!
Kelli Marissa I don’t remember anything except the AMAZING transformation scene and yet, giving myself Sailor Moon nails makes me feel magical 🤣
I love that glitter collection, especially that pink one! Great nail art! I've seen a few videos using a gradient brush for gel gradients. Maybe Natasha Lee or Sarah R. But you did a great job! So beautiful! I hope your plant gets better! 😀
Those two colours look so good blended together!
Glad you liked the gradient :)
I'm sorry if someone already mentioned this, but Suzie from Nail Career Education made a tutorial video on making gradient nails with gel polish. However I think the gradient you did looks amazing! The colors you chose really compliment each other really well!
Thanks so much Juliet! I'll check it out!
I liked both hers & Kelli's take on gel gradients despite the fact that I don't own any gels. The tutorial on gel gradients from Wildflower Academy? That one was cool too, they have their own line of brushes among other things & it includes a gel polish gradient brush.
@@MsButterflysting I've never heard of them before I'm going to have to check them out. Thank You
@@millersmanicures4064 sure not a problem. I almost got straight into gel polishes when I saw they create a product that puffs up. I got reminiscent of my childhood in the sweatshirt designs 30 years ago Haha.
The gradient is way cool and gorgeous! 😍
Thanks so much!
Those were also beautiful. I loved the purple ring, blue magic, But the best was the diamond rain. I am not a big fan of gold but loved jingle bells. Can't wait to see what else you come up with for them... I don't use gels that much but enjoyed seeing them.
I'm glad you liked the video! I'll definitely try more gel stuff soon :)
Oooh some beautiful colours there. I use a shear nude gel for a mostly natural nail look, pretty much as a base to strengthen my nails. I have no end of trouble removing it though when I get chips.
Ooh I love that idea! Have you ever tried filing down the top coat layer of the polish before removal? I heard that makes it easier.
Lol, that is so funny that you are doing a gel review and nail art and I usually work with gel and I am starting this year to use regular polishes more. Great job on the gel gradient, those are harder to do. 😊
I love all of theses polishes and the gradient looks so awesome! I love anything moon/star/galaxy, including your new necklace! It's so pretty!
Oh thank you so much! I love anything space related too. The necklace was a gift from my bf 😄 makes me so happy when people notice it!
Well, he did a great job picking it! 😁
Thank you for sharing. I love doing nail art with gel polishes. Love the nail art you did
Oh thank you so much!
Your eyeshadow matches your hair! The nail art is so cute! I've never used gel polish before, maybe I will give them a try.
Oh thank you so much!! You should definitely give them a try, it's a very different experience haha
That nail art is too cute!! Did you see their Galaxy gel collection!?!? 😍😍😍🌌 It looks beautiful!!! 🌌😍🌌😍
Omg I didn't I would have picked it up immediately!!
@@KelliMarissa 54.99 before any discounts... 7 polishes and it includes a magnet. 😁😍💅. I'm thinking about trying it.
Cool beans! Kelli please oh please pick it up & do some nail art, please?
yeyyy gel polish swatchessss 🙌🙌🙌 awwesome love it!! these colours are stunning by the way 😍
Haha yay more gel swatches to come soon I hope!
What a great job!!! I have never seen a gel gradient either!!! LOVE the Cremes the most. BUT Christmas Socks and the other Gold (name?) are gorgeous. I think the term you're looking for instead of blackened gold is oxidized gold. 😊
Haha I think the word I was going got was antique! But that's also a good one!
Yes! I have been so into gel polish lately i even got rid of all my regular nail polish. You should try out laguna moon gels they are super affordable and work well.
Ooh I'll look into them, thanks for the suggestion!
I like how the music has kinda a space-y sci-fi vibe - fits with the nail art :)
Hehe glad you enjoyed :)
Oohhh, so gorgeous. I'm in awe!
These came out so beautifully. I’m still not ready for gel commitment yet. I like to do my nails all the time. Maybe one day.
Haha same! That's why I use a peel off base!
Absolutely love the blue
Me too :)
All of these are so gorgeous and I love the art u made with them! These gels are so pretty and I wished I used gels more.
Oh thank you so much, I'm glad you liked the nail art :)
Im not digging these colors but AWESOME job w the gradient!!! Looking forward to the crayola swatches!!!!
Ooh yes those are coming next! Hopefully tonight if I can leave work anytime soon and get home to edit :P
@@KelliMarissa I cannot wait!!! My order from starrily shipped today! I ordered all the colors!! 🙈
Nice gel polish colours and gel nail art. Even the gradient got my attention as there isn't many gel polish nail art videos.
I'll definitely be doing more, so happy you enjoyed it!!
Very pretty shades and the nail art you did. Loooove your makeup and hair. Hope your index finger feels better soon. Lol. (I saw a band-aid on your finger).
Haha yes I sliced my finger chopping vegetables! Thank you so much, I'm glad it's finally starting to heal!
Love gel nails. Just bought for Christmas. Would like to see more
I'll definitely review more!!
Thank you for doing gel! I love Shiny Pearl, Purple Ring, and Magic Blue the most in the first collection.
The chick that does my nails swears there is no opaque white or pale pink gels. I’m going to sing Edelweiss to her over and over. Love Gift Socks, literally and the polish color.
The blue and gold gradient was amazing!
Aha yes you gotta tell her about Edelweiss! It's magical!!! And thank you so much :)
Love the edelweiss. Like the green and true not enough green polish out, the last two were good to.
Glad you enjoyed :)
“Antiqued” gold glitter
That's the word!!!
I love that look, especially with gold, silvers, bronzes & beiges. Architecture too.
My 2 favorites pinky drink and magic blue and the nail act was beautiful 😍 great job
Thank you so much Yolanda!
I am so happy to see you learning the joys of gel polishes! I have to say, however, that gels have ruined me for traditional nail lacquers. I just can't sit still long enough to not ding them in at least one or two places. I just use my hands too much.
Haha I can see why you feel that way! Gels dry so instantly it's awesome. But I still love the variety of regular polishes too much to give them up!
I love gel polish! So easy to get the perfect mani. I need to try this brand. Beautiful mani, hair, and shadow!!
Thank you so so much!!
Gorgeous
:)
I've only done one gel gradient and I was trying to use three colors, so it was tricky. Go big or go home I guess!! Lol. Seriously, this was gorgeous nail art and that white!! Wow!
Haha oh man I can't imagine trying three!! And the white is just awesome.
That design was so cute I'm here for it
Hehe thanks so much!
I’m a regular polish girl but I would love to try gel nail polish. Love your videos. TFS😊👍
Thanks so much!
Pretty design.
Cool colors.
Thanks Lily!
Awesome nail art!! You did an awesome job!!
I can see on the top of your nail rack thing the Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Rock Glam metallic polish collection. I bought those but they're not here yet. I can't wait for you to swatch those. 🤗🤗
Hehe coming tonight!!! 💅🏻💅🏻💅🏻💅🏻
@@KelliMarissa YAY!! The purple and blue one (Razzmic Berry and B'Dazzled Blue) are amazing. 😊😊
I LOVE swatch and reviews!! But... does it annoy you to paint your nails over and over again only to take it off? Do you have like a set day that you do swatch and reviews so that you can have a mani the rest of the week? I love painting my nails but my two least favorite parts are waiting for it to dry and then taking it off a week later 😂
LOL! This is a great question. I do usually plan to do as many as I can, either on weekends or after work and just get a few collections out of the way, and then I'll wear a manicure for the rest of the week. But sometimes I get lazy with my swatching and it takes me a few days to do all the collections I have at the moment, so sometimes I'll just have bare nails for the week!
Ok! I messed up my nails the other day and walked around for like three days because I was lazy and didn’t take it off.
those glitters are ah-May-Zing! (also, I love this nail art)
Thank you so much!!
1st set: Wow, wow & 3 times wow. 2nd set: not so much wow. Hope you don’t mind me being honest.
I’ve heard that acrylic is easier then gel to do a gradient so you’ve done really well! xx
Haha I always appreciate honesty, Lynn! I'm glad you liked the nail art :)
Thank you for doing gel swatches! Can you do swatches for Makartt? Love your hair color!
I haven't heard of that brand!
You can get them on amazon! I’ve bought some of their products for nail art (rhinestones, glitter, and gel to adhere) but I haven’t bought any of their gel polish yet!
Haha! You made me LOL with "edelweiss" haha! I'm sure you know how to say it now though 😊 I really appreciate this video; I'm not usually into swatch videos, but I have been really interested in gel polish and you make it seem so easy to use! I might have to try it...🤷♀️💅
Haha well I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I'm definitely going to be doing more with gels, they're fun to work with!
Those gel polishes are really pretty colors, i love how your nail art turned out. The easiest way to do nail art on nail polish is to use art paint, if you don't like how your designs turn out you can wipe it off with alcohol and start again without messing up your polish.
That's a great tip Yolanda!
I need Glitter Night and Shiny Snowflake! I’m so glad gel works with my UNT peel off base coat cuz otherwise I’d never use gel.
Nice collections! Most gels self level which is great with glitters.
Yeah it's definitely an awesome feature to have! Im surprised the glitters weren't gritty feeling haha!
@@KelliMarissa Too bad it takes a while to soak off. Lol I use ASP or Red Carpet Manicure as a reasonably priced gel. I like Bio Seaweed Gel too.
More and more of my clients are asking for gel polish. I picked up a couple bottles of Modelones and like it as well. I will definatly be buying more.
Oh I'm glad to hear you like them as a professional! They were definitely easy for me to work with, as a novice to gels haha.
Gorgeous colors and nail art! I've never used gel polishes, the closest I've gotten is the "gel-like" no-lamp stuff. One question... how does the smell of gel compare to regular polish?
Just like regular polish it ranges from pretty much no smell to where's my gas mask 😄
Haha I haven't noticed any difference but I'm pretty immune to polish smells at this point!!
Soooooo beautiful!!!
Hehe thank you so so much!!
For someone who says that she's new to gel nail art & gradients, it sure doesn't look it! I really like the mani you came up with. The half shown stars in the edges especially look cool. I may have to invest in a lamp & some basics for gel polishes, since I have to replace my polish collection anyway now is as good a time as any eh?
Thanks for sharing & have a great day today!
Haha I'm glad you were impressed by my gel work! I had so much fun doing it, such a different experience from regular polish. I'll be trying again soon!
@@KelliMarissa I've seen some gel stamping done & some are even with the powders that I am nowhere near artistically adept at trying yet. But it does make it seem easier for nail art.
Love the purple ring
Me too!
Thank you so much for doing a gel swatch and review!!
Yay I'm so glad you liked it! I hope I can do more!
Love that gold! It reminds of the pink pearl and the purple ....I forgot the name... but what about the Diamond Rain? Same name as the Stairly....blue....thanks Kelli!!!!
Haha yes same name! I didn't even realize when I was swatching it!
Both the swatches and the nail art are amazing👏👍🤝... And i love the way you say bye
Hehe so glad you enjoyed the video!! Byeeeeee 🤗🤗🤗
I really love Christmas nail polish. Wow you're just Awsome
Thank you so much!
@@KelliMarissa you're so welcome
I have been wanting to try gel polish for a long time, but I am afraid to! LOL What I'm most concerned about is taking it off. What do you use to get the polish off? Also, do your manis last longer with the gel polish? Thank you! Your nails look AWESOME with the gel gradient and star design.
I actually use a peel off base whenever I do gels because I can't commit for that long haha! But I should probably do a video on gel removal (which will require learning how to remove gels LOL)!
@@KelliMarissa thanks! Great idea for the peel off base.
The design looks great! TFS
Thanks so much!
What is the pink you are wearing in your video at the end? I am obsessed with it! Also love the blue you are wearing at the beginning. Can you please list what's on your nails where you are talking from now on? Thank you. xo
Haha it's the same polish :) I usually list it in the description but I forgot for this video, thanks for reminding me! It's Saros by Starrily (part of my collab), its color changing!
Thanks Kelli for a great video, loved your nail art design...……..luv from across the pond Xv
I'm so glad you enjoyed :)
Love the gradient!
Thanks so much Laura!
Hi Kelly love the models one creams I love any polish that's a one coater though.!!! To me any way you can get away with one coat thanks for sharing. I was like you I stayed away from gel polish but since I'm not changing my Manny's all the time I want mine extended but I'm a little disappointed I don't find that I have to soak them off at all I can just peel them off they don't last quite as long as everybody goes on about they do I mean a regular polish you've got chips going on in a couple days if you're having to wash dishes by hand or something but I don't find they last any two to three weeks at all.They peel right off and that's without using a peel off base coat anyway that's just my take on gel polishes so I don't plan on buying ones that are very costly which there's so many and I really prefer the no wipe top coat so there's no messing with alcohol and all that nonsense.lol oh and the fact they dry quickly that's another big plus about the gels to especially if you live in a very humid area winter and summer like I do. Anyway I think gels are definitely a plus I prefer them now.. a lot of times I'll use regular polish and then I'll put a gel top coat that extends the Manny to just by having that no wipe top coat I find it does anyway...lol anyway thanks for sharing and happy New Year to you!❤ sh@#@ all my blabbing I forgot to tell you how beautiful the gradient and the stars look absolutely gorgeous thanks for a great idea
LOVE your hair color and eye makeup :D
Ahh thanks so much!!
Do you NEED a topcoat for gel polish? I mean.. or are two layers of coloured polishes enough!? Does the gel topcoat has more protection in its chemicals to prevent from chipping or is it better to have less coats?
It's usually just as important as regular polish top coat. And it brightens the color and gives it shine.
Gotta agree with Kat here, top coat is always important because it smooths out the manicure, helps it last longer and less prone to chipping!
That nail art tho and the nail polishes 😍😍😍😍💖💖💖 Love the makeup as well. 💜💜💖💖💜💖💖
Oh thank you so much :)
Kelli Marissa No problem :)
Good evening, I have a question but I first want to start out by saying that I'm a fan. My question is this... With nail polish becoming more fashionably acceptable for men, what are your thoughts and views on men wearing nail polish?
Hey Joshua! I've actually been asked this before and I considered making a video on it (I still might!) But I don't think nail polish is gendered at all, despite the "feminine" connotation. It used to be exclusively worn by men, after all! I think it's awesome to see more men of every sexuality doing nail art and wearing polish and I've worked in professional fields where I've seen men wear polish too. I've also given friends plenty of "man"icures over the years ;)
Please do the video on the topic lol no ones really talking about it
Love that you bring this up & love it even more that you're willing to cover the subject with such an open mind Kelli! I just had an unfortunate conversation with my exhusband about gender norming & we have a 10yo daughter. It was brought up because I was learning makeup application techniques from Manny MUA.
The way I look at it is it's just paint, it'll come off so what's the big deal
@@joshuawatts9996 exactly!
I love the polish collection and the nail art bag (which I would want to use as a purse too...haha!)! I also love the gel polish gradient and art that you did; it was awesome and very pretty! I've actually never used gel polish either. I want to, but I've heard that it's a pain to remove. I don't know though. And I'd also get bored with the same color or design after a few days...lol!
Yeah I can't commit anyway so I always use a peel off base coat haha! It dries so instantly though which is awesome.
@@KelliMarissa Lol...maybe that's what I'll do! That's definitely awesome that it dries so fast. Hm...I think that I'll get peel off base coat and try out some gel polish. :D
love the green
Me too!!
You did AMAZING, especially for a first time! Bet you went through a whole lotta UNT with those swatches. Peelies for days!
she's just U.N.T
Haha glad you liked it :) and I wouldn't recommend mixing regular base coats with gel products because you never know how they'll react. I did use a peel off base coat specifically meant for gels by Madam Glam though, it's great!
@@KelliMarissa I heard that one was great from someone else too. Gonna have to take the plunge and get some. Thanks!
Gorgeous Kelli!!💖🌌🌠💅
Thank you!!
Love the design!! How long will this mani last?
It's supposed to last up to 3 weeks but I can't wear any color for that long, I'll get too bored LOL
Love these. So beautiful
I agree!!
How did you get the gel polish off? I’ve tried a couple and it just wrecks my nails soaking them in acetone and I don’t care to keep them on for weeks at a time (but love the quick dry).
You should do what I do and use peel off base coat! I'm the same way, don't love keeping gels on for long but I love the fast dry! I use the one from Madam Glam cause it's intended for gels.
@@KelliMarissa Thanks! I'll have to give the Madam Glam a try. I've tried Unt but it didn't peel (it's possible it didn't dry enough and just mixed with the gel).
Shines Pearl is gorgeous
Pretty night
Oh crap I like em all!
Love the nail art, so beautiful!
Thank you so much!
That nail art is 😍😍😍😍😍
Ahh thank you!!!
Perfect as always! 😍
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Do you use the same finger for all of your swatches? (I love your videos and your hair looks awesome, by the way!) Also, is there a reason why you always keep your nails short? Just curious. :-)
Haha yes I do use the same finger - my ring finger on my right hand! I had them super short for the holidays but I'm actually growing them a tiny bit longer just to try it out. I usually prefer them short though!
@@KelliMarissa Okay, cool! Thanks for answering my questions. :-D
Gorgeous!!
So glad you like them!
Kelly I was on Amazon last night looking at these because I was really impressed with the colors of them. It says that they are harmful to our (aquatic) environment. I don’t know where you stand, but unfortunately I will not be buying. I did learn over Xmas, that glitter doesn’t ever degrade.
The nail art you did, awesome, gorgeous, so talented
Hey Joan, that is disappointing to hear! I know that glitter is bad for the environment but unfortunately the nature of being a nail polish swatcher makes it difficult to pick and choose which polishes to swatch since I do full collections. :( I know that the chemicals in nail polish and remover aren't great for the environment in general either but I try to make up for it in different ways in my personal life, by recycling (and composting when I can) and conserving energy.
I've never used gel but i'm tempted just for that white. So many times in the summer I'd like to paint my nails white but it's kind of a pain.
Oh you should def get it! I've never seen a one coat white gel like this!
Do you know if the “sponge trick” can be used with gel polishes to really pack on the glitter?
Honestly I'm not sure, I feel like gel feels so different with application so I feel like it might not work lol
The nail art is so pretty! Nice work! And use that bag as a purse for sure Lol
Haha isn't it so cute??
Gel Polishes are good for that. They don’t dry which makes it super easy to clean up messes and not worry it’s drying.
Yeah it was awesome to use for nail art!!!
Great video. Love your makeup.
Oh thank you so much!!
I think with that wide flat brush you could probably dip one half in the purple and the other in the gold and that might make “gradienting” easier? Just a guess. Ive actually never used gel cause i love regular polish too much.
Haha I am the same way with regular polish. I will definitely play around with more gels though cause it dries so instantly!
Kinda funny, we love regular polish because it dries quickly but we love gel because it doesn’t. Lol
I want my nail polish collection to look like yours in the background 😭 I love gel polish ! I use it more than regular polish
Haha im starting to really enjoy gels too!
Omfg!!!! I need purple ring and Santa claus in my life!!!!!
Awesome choices!!
Kelli help - where do you get ur brushes. am I missing it in the info. LOVE the nail art
Hey Paula! I linked the nail art kit in the description which is where these brushes are from!!
@@KelliMarissa THANK YOU!
They named theirs Diamond Rain but your collab with Starrily was the real DIAMOND RAIN! 🤗
LOL is it embarrassing that I didn't even realize the name of the polish until I was recording my voiceover????
Kelli Marissa Not at all! Your a busy gal lol
Please do more bright make up tutorials
Sure!
Love the polishes and the nail art.. Xoxo
Thanks so much!!
Is that the necklace bae got you for Christmas?? Also, I see the new crayola collection in the background! Are you gonna swatch those?
Haha yes! And yes! That review should be up this week 😄💜💜💜💜
Good job beautiful colors
I'm glad you like them :)
Hey there GALAXY GAL!! I haven't dropped you a line in quite a while and you've been on my mind lately!! Anywhoo.... I love the nail art and commend you on marching to the beat of your own drum! Also the stars were a perfect compliment to the color schemes in your gradient. Honestly(sorry, just a lil disclaimer,lol!!) I dont know why but this nail art look reminded me of Christmas A LOTin fact!!! It looked like what the sky would have looked like when Jesus was born......anyone else feeling that kind of vibe??? Also congrats on the move and I have to say that you seem at least from an outsider's perspective to be happier than I've seen you in quite a while and I'm so glad. Anywhoo,now that written a novel for you(yw,😂😉😂) I'll look forward to hearing back from you!! Oh yeah.....almost forgot!!?!!?!!.
...... out of the 1st set of swatches my absolute,hands down, favorite would be ,and I'm sorry that I honestly have forgotten the actual names of my fave swatches) anywhoo!!! LMAO!!!!] But I loved the purple and oh yeah I absolutely loved the crelly green!!!! It reminded me of a candy apple but green not red. Also I loved the purplishey muted silver color as well. Anyway,I hope that your year is going amazing and until next time........ BYEEEEE!😉!!
Haha well I've got a fun fact for you / that nail art was actually filmed before christmas and was meant to be a christmas mani! I'm glad you liked it :)
Omg, socks for Christmas....I counted all my socks and nicely asked my hubby not to get me socks for Christmas (before Thanksgiving) and he already had bought me 2. I now have FORTY SEVEN pairs of socks! LOL Good thing I love socks😉👍
LOL omg that's a lot of socks!!
I actually only started using gelpolishes last year too ^^"
Haha we are twins!
How
long did it wear???? How was the removal????
I actually don't wear polishes for too long so I couldn't say - I used a gel peel off base coat by Madam Glam though so it was easy to take off!