if you don’t have silk wraps you can tear a really small part off a tissue (tissues have normally two or four layers, only use one layer) and apply it on the broken part right after nail glue, then when it dries you can file down any bumps/tissue parts and apply regular nail polish! i think it’s easier to only apply the “patch” where it’s needed instead of having to cover the entire nail
Wow, you are one of the best "teachers" or demonstrators on TH-cam all-time. I have watched thousands of instructional videos over a wide range of topics. I had to say something because you are THAT good!
Broke a nail, searched TH-cam for a good video, was wowed by this vid, went to subscribe to the channel and realized I’m already following! You are good at so many things!
Sandra Pereira tea bag works wonders for nails completely broken off. I know women who have never lost a nail in years using this method. Only way they lose a nail is if they actually break it off and can't find it. Other than that never not all super long and perfect 10.,how long are yours now?
With nail glue and tea bag, one does not need to buff and remove layers from the natural nail. It's a lot smarter. This technique is still good to know. Always good to know what your options are. Great lighting, focus, and camera angle. tfs!
Can I use piece of teabag instead of silky linen wrap? I need to find alternative. I can't buy silky linen wrap in my country, no one has it. And also amazon doesn't ship to my country. Thank you for this tutorial
Yeah you can, but make sure it really soaks in the gel because when I tried it, I did everything a little too fast and my nail ended up looking more bumpy and filled with air bubbles than smooth and shiny like in the video :)
I'm a guy, so I probably won't need to do this, but I'm just so amazed at the amount of time and effort you put into your videos! They're informative and filmed well. Keep doing what you're doing! And remember...you're awesome ;) haha
Logan Mason this seriously means alot. I love makng videos and to know that they're perceived well makes me really happy to hear. Your the awesome one!
Thank you so much. You are so knowledgeable and pleasant about nails! I had a small tear in my index fingernail that just turned into a big flap! ( bled too) UGHH if only I had repaired it before it ripped 3/4 of the way across my nail. I'll be using glue, silk wrap, and builder gel cured with a 72 watt lamp. I am just not a false nails girl so knowing how to repair our natural long nails is a must!
@@abetweene The initial tear was not painful but the rip sure was. I was sliding over my chair and somehow it caught or got pushed and RIPPED 3/4 through 😢. Still kicking myself for not repairing that little corner tear before that could happen.
This looks like a good method for me, as my nail splits vertically in the center all the way down to the skin til it hurts. I have to use acrylics just to keep my nail from spliting.
Niecy DMS I have one nail that does the exact same thing!! I've never used the kind of gel she has - only gel nail polish, so I used nail glue and a piece of a tissue to lay over and under the split. Tissue is much thinner than tea bags and silk wraps. You might need to buff the repair part slightly but not your nail. I hope that helps you! 💜💅
You are always a lifesaver when I need to know anything about nails. I swear. 😊 Now, can the gels be any type of gel (base and top coat), or does it have to be hard base and top coat gel? I can't find the exact ones on nail lobo. (The link isn't working) And I am so buying the silk wrap off Amazon. I already have it in my cart. I want to do this process for a broken toenail. Thank you for another informational video ❤
I did this...it worked !!! BUT....I don't have a gel light so I used Light-less Gel and Gel Cure spray that I bought at Sally's.....My nail is saved and looks so natural !!!!
Hi, Ive never used fake nails or gel i have my own long nails but i'm sick of them breaking Ive tried mostly everything! Ive also seen nail disasters to thats why i have never wanted to use anything like this!. My question is can i use a few very thin layers of gel to strengthen my nails only, then use normal polishes on top with normal top coat?, i don't want to use lots of fancy gels or anything which means a lot of scraping and soaking off, i like using acrylic paints for that hope this makes sense, thank you :-D
Yes, you can do whats called a gel overlay. You would do exactly what im doing in this video minus the silk wrap. Just apply a few layers of gel, file, and buff. You can paint your nails with regular nails polish and /acrylic paint... just make sure to use non acetone remover when you change polish.
I always thought if my nail broke I have no choice but to rip it off... this is very interesting.. I don't do nails much so tbh this is too much for me, but nice to know I have other options lol
I know this is older so will understand if you can't respond. Are you using base gel polish (aka gelish foundation) or are you using a clear buildable gel? Thank you in advance! GREAT video that is going to save me!!
abetweene thanks! One more question (or perhaps more than one), when the nail is fixed, does the silk wrap+gel stay on "forever" as your nail grows out? Or does it wear out over time? And lastly, does this just soak off with acetone if we don't want the silk wrap on anymore? I break my nails often but love having length, so I love this easy fix!
This is a great tutorial very simple to follow and nice and detailed. You've also explained what this silly person did wrong, I didn't glue the small tare on my nail back to the rest of it :/ My silk wraps are pre-cut with adhesive so they don't stretch as much. Is the adhesive likely to affect how the gel applies?
hi! i noticed that you used a full piece of fabric to cover the nail. i've seen other videos that only use a piece to cover only the broken bit. does it really matter? thanks!
blackstarRH hi! long story short...yes it does. Using a full sheet is nessecary because im trying to marry two pieces together that are no longer bonded, so for a break as severe as mine going all the way across you want as much reinforcement as possible.
I have one dumb thumb that just constantly breaks or peels. It's already a super flat nail and is very bendable (it's unlike all my others). I've been trying to keep a polish on to get it to grow out since it's been working but as soon as the polish comes off it breaks again, which stunts it even more. I'm so sick of it, and I can never get silk wraps to stick. The glue takes way too long to dry
I’m curious why you buffed over your clear gel before adding a top coat gel...? I thought it wasn’t necessary to buff clear/builder gel before adding gel polish (as long as u leave the inhibition layer) ....? So I guess the other part of the question, is, why did u remove the inhibition layer and then buff for polish application? Was there a secondary reason u were bugging the gel? Or am I just wrong on the proper application techniques (which is entirely possible 😅)?
I remove the inhibition layer so the sticky uncured gel doesn’t transfer onto my file and I used the file to shape the overlay that i created. when you simply paint gel on layer by layer, it actually adds height and dimension. So, I want to streamline that shape before adding polish so the nail doesn’t become bulky and look like a chicklet rather than elongated and natural.
Does this work over gel nail polish? I know the video said to remove the polish first but I don’t know how to remove gel nail polish effectively. Do you have a video for that too.
I found out an easier way that you can do. If you have a nail that is hanging like hers, you can cut a bottom of a tea bag and place it on your nail and then cover it with top coat nail polish and then when that's dry, you damp a tissue or toilet paper with water and press it on the tea bag on your nail. :)
Hi! So the gel you are using is basically what you put on before you add led polish to your nails? I used the red carpet manicure structure it's called is that good to use with the silk? Thanks :)
Sister Tina yes, that would be fine. If you have a builder (thick) gel, that'd be great, but if not a clear base gel (the kind you add before color gel) will work. Depending how thin it is you may want to add more layers. Be sure to cure between each layer.
Hey there so I've been using soak off gel polish lately but recently I broke 2 nails I fixed them but they kept breaking so I gave up and cut them so when they finally grow out could I do the gel overlay first to make them thicker so their stronger . And could I still put the gel polish on top like I would normally do on my natural nail?
Hi, how would you use this technique if a client was hard gel or acrylic also, would it be the same process first using base gel, filing and smoothing then starting the hard gel acrylic process??
+Pindy Soggi I would use the same technique with hard gel but would omit the base gel with acrylic. just stick to your usual acrylic application and apply the silk wrap with nail glue
+Ife Osuoha Yes, I have used that product, which is actually what I used to glue my nail back together, but it is not gel. ASP is resin. Resin is cured by spraying an activator, and gel is cured in LED/UV light. The ASP product is just labeled for marketing.
+abetweene oh that's weird because I bought asp resin which smells exactly like nail glue but it doesn't have a brush so then is asp resin and lightless gel the same? the resin has a resin activator that can be used with it while the lightless gel has a gel cure that has to be used with it
I only recently began using a 180 grit file and i keep hitting my lower cuticle area and it's cut up and sore. Do I just need to get more practice or are there any tips/techniques to avoid hurting the cuticle? Thank you
@@abetweene Oh goodness, no not to buff the skin... I was asking... how the heck do you avoid the cuticle when buffing? It doesn't hurt when I use my little pink buffer but with a 180 grit file it's another story entirely. I hurt my lower cuticle ( if that's what that area is called right at the base of the nail). No matter how careful I am, I seem to hit it...
ohhh ok, your buffing the surface, got it! Id recommend a 220 grit sponge file to buff your natural nails. its much smoother and wont cut into the cuticles
because the multiple layers of gel that we paint on for structure create a shelf, like a stack of paper. theyre relatively flat and uniform, but in order for the fix to work (meaning withstand use or pressure in our daily life) we must mimic the natural curvature of the nail. that curvature includes C curve and an apex. they give a natural appearance AND function otherwise the nail would break again easily.
I've seen people also use silk resin and super glue, do you think clear gel works best...or do you not think it really matters. I have both super glue and clear gel polish and want to know which will work best on my poor broken nail!!!
If you use a good quality clear gel, that doesn't lift its is my personal favorite. But you should never use superglue on your body or nails. Nail glue is only $2-5 at most. Get some. Also using the gel builds a structure over the break, allowing it more strength in case you bump into something or apply to much pressure.
Any LED or UV gel lamp will work... which is based on your preference. I personally prefer LED because it cures in less time. I suggest browsing your local beauty supply store or my personal favorite, Amazon.com.
yes, u can still polish your nails with regular polish or even gel polish. You just need to file the color off for gel and use non acetone for regular polish
But i broke my nail deep, and i’m hella scared of it falling off. I’ve been using duct tape for a few days now, and nothing is really happening.. does anyone know what happens to it later? 🤔
Mine nail broke half way my nail bed, it hurts and I'm scared too. I'm going to try this or something tomorrow that I can go to the store to get what I need.... 😏
I used to do this a billion years ago. Except with fiber fox polish and smoothing with nail polish remover and rubbing it smooth with my finger. Lol. Gel will be easier and faster. Plus I would but the paper while paper is on the nail. Sometimes just half of the bal.
I learned how to do this bAck in beauty school about 17 years ago lol. But we did it only on the broken area only and we used glue. Does gel work BEST??
+Kam Vincent The gel I used is only available online and LA, but you can. certainly find other brands, nail glue, and silk wraps at Sally Beauty Supply
I like the video I just don't understand the importance of the paper? can you please explain it to me again? I have that paper wrap for your hair can i use that to repair a broken nail
Kecia Fitts The silk wrap just acts as a mesh or tape to unify the two split areas into one "sheet". And the gel reinforces it by building more strength.
+Elaine Kay Its very similar (if not the same) as nail glue. It comes in an applicator bottle or you can brush it on. Its generally used for silk wrap nails. The one I have is this: oceannails2.storenvy.com/products/10283457-brush-on-resin
Some discomfort can be expected as the gel is holding your nail in a c curved position stronger than regular nail polish which its likely not accustomed to. If the pain persists please remove the gel and/or see a doctor if you have concerns.
Buffing your nail before you started is actually really bad for your nail. It removes layers and makes your nail weaker witch can result in your nail breaking. For more info on how to grow your nails long, strong, and healthy go check out +simplynailogical . She has A LOT of great nail tutorials and videos on how to take care of your nails so they don't break!
Im aware that buffing removes layers of the nail, but the grit is not significant enough to make mine thin. Buffing is also required for the gel to adhere.
+Verica Vuckovic I know that it is required to apply gels or acrylics but there is such a thing as buffering to much. By buffering to much you can file down to your skin and have no more nail in that area witch can make it so your not able to grow nails anymore. I'm just trying to speed this word and make it so no one has to go through this horrible pain.
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if you don’t have silk wraps you can tear a really small part off a tissue (tissues have normally two or four layers, only use one layer) and apply it on the broken part right after nail glue, then when it dries you can file down any bumps/tissue parts and apply regular nail polish! i think it’s easier to only apply the “patch” where it’s needed instead of having to cover the entire nail
Wow, you are one of the best "teachers" or demonstrators on TH-cam all-time. I have watched thousands of instructional videos over a wide range of topics. I had to say something because you are THAT good!
aww thanks 🥰
Candece Lopez the silk i used is in the description box, i ordered it on amazon. You can use the same one for gel or polish. Thank you sweetie!
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dont buff your nails it will make them weaker and more prone to breaking watch a video called
"why yellow nails dont matter"
+Shehana Ahmad simply nailogical?
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Broke a nail, searched TH-cam for a good video, was wowed by this vid, went to subscribe to the channel and realized I’m already following! You are good at so many things!
aww thanks 😊
i have like reeally long nails and after soo long one decided to linda ship like yours, thanks for the video, it helped a lot
btw my nails are also real, not acrylic or anything
glad it helped!
Sandra Pereira tea bag works wonders for nails completely broken off. I know women who have never lost a nail in years using this method. Only way they lose a nail is if they actually break it off and can't find it. Other than that never not all super long and perfect 10.,how long are yours now?
abetweene Nice video but how would ö do this and still prepare the nail for acrylic?
+Joanna After gluing the nail/break in place, set the silk into s wet layer of acrylic. Then do your normal acrylic application.
With nail glue and tea bag, one does not need to buff and remove layers from the natural nail. It's a lot smarter. This technique is still good to know. Always good to know what your options are. Great lighting, focus, and camera angle. tfs!
Can I use piece of teabag instead of silky linen wrap? I need to find alternative.
I can't buy silky linen wrap in my country, no one has it. And also amazon doesn't ship to my country.
Thank you for this tutorial
Yeah you can, but make sure it really soaks in the gel because when I tried it, I did everything a little too fast and my nail ended up looking more bumpy and filled with air bubbles than smooth and shiny like in the video :)
You can
I'm a guy, so I probably won't need to do this, but I'm just so amazed at the amount of time and effort you put into your videos! They're informative and filmed well. Keep doing what you're doing! And remember...you're awesome ;) haha
Logan Mason this seriously means alot. I love makng videos and to know that they're perceived well makes me really happy to hear. Your the awesome one!
Thank you so much. You are so knowledgeable and pleasant about nails! I had a small tear in my index fingernail that just turned into a big flap! ( bled too) UGHH if only I had repaired it before it ripped 3/4 of the way across my nail. I'll be using glue, silk wrap, and builder gel cured with a 72 watt lamp. I am just not a false nails girl so knowing how to repair our natural long nails is a must!
yw! ouch that sounds so painful 😣
@@abetweene The initial tear was not painful but the rip sure was. I was sliding over my chair and somehow it caught or got pushed and RIPPED 3/4 through 😢. Still kicking myself for not repairing that little corner tear before that could happen.
I subscribed to you, I love your videos they are not long winded and you get to the
Point, I hope you make a lot more.
Michelle Motz awww thanks!
All I can say is wow! With work my nails tend to break quite often and this tutorial would definitely help!
SolelyVanessa same here. Work dried my nails out so much they would just snap. glad i can help
SERIOUSLY you deserve to be famous 😍
Kyla Joy Velasquez
This looks like a good method for me, as my nail splits vertically in the center all the way down to the skin til it hurts. I have to use acrylics just to keep my nail from spliting.
Niecy DMS I have one nail that does the exact same thing!! I've never used the kind of gel she has - only gel nail polish, so I used nail glue and a piece of a tissue to lay over and under the split. Tissue is much thinner than tea bags and silk wraps. You might need to buff the repair part slightly but not your nail. I hope that helps you! 💜💅
Thank you, I ended up getting acrylics put on. I'm loving them! When I take a break from them, I will give that method a try.
Niecy DMS Best of luck to you! 💜💅
I should have been using silk wraps on my natural nails instead of cutting them all off
Yes, and I just had to cut mine off 😤😟😭
a tip : you can watch movies at Flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching a lot of movies lately.
@Grey Archer yup, I've been watching on flixzone} for years myself :)
@Grey Archer yup, have been watching on Flixzone} for months myself =)
Does your nail eventually fuse back together or no? Thanks for posting!
+Calliphornia Love no this is just to keep the shape of your nail while it grows out it will not fuse back together
You are always a lifesaver when I need to know anything about nails. I swear. 😊 Now, can the gels be any type of gel (base and top coat), or does it have to be hard base and top coat gel? I can't find the exact ones on nail lobo. (The link isn't working) And I am so buying the silk wrap off Amazon. I already have it in my cart. I want to do this process for a broken toenail. Thank you for another informational video ❤
can be base or builder gel. i only use soak off, , but u can use hard gel if youd like. (just remember it has to be filed off for removal)
You can also use nail glue in the part where it broke. Just drop a little bit of glue and that's it I do it all the time! It's so easy and fast!!
I did this...it worked !!! BUT....I don't have a gel light so I used Light-less Gel and Gel Cure spray that I bought at Sally's.....My nail is saved and looks so natural !!!!
perfect!
Christy Gunter can you please tell me the name of the products you used? I want to try it... thank you
I bought everything I needed at Sally's....SuperNail Swiss silk pre-shaped self wrap tabs, ASP Light-less Gel and ASP Gel Cure.
Christy Gunter thank you so much for replying :)
La saenzi ....you're welcome
Hi, Ive never used fake nails or gel i have my own long nails but i'm sick of them breaking Ive tried mostly everything! Ive also seen nail disasters to thats why i have never wanted to use anything like this!.
My question is can i use a few very thin layers of gel to strengthen my nails only, then use normal polishes on top with normal top coat?, i don't want to use lots of fancy gels or anything which means a lot of scraping and soaking off, i like using acrylic paints for that hope this makes sense, thank you :-D
Yes, you can do whats called a gel overlay. You would do exactly what im doing in this video minus the silk wrap. Just apply a few layers of gel, file, and buff. You can paint your nails with regular nails polish and /acrylic paint... just make sure to use non acetone remover when you change polish.
Thank you so much! happy new year!! :-D
Is it weird that her voice puts me to sleep?😂
no I'm getting tired and about to fall asleep 😂
Oh i just had to replay the video bcuz i slept on this specific video ….
I always thought if my nail broke I have no choice but to rip it off... this is very interesting.. I don't do nails much so tbh this is too much for me, but nice to know I have other options lol
So i saw your exact nails/hands on a facebook page for splendidres nail repair. Have you used their product?
No, i have not. unfortunately this is common practice with some brands who just steal.
OMG lifesaver!! I needed to know how to do this ASAP and this was everything!
+Lien H 😘
I love this idea how long does this last?
Oh my gosh wow I have the same first name and last name initial as you! :)
I know this is older so will understand if you can't respond. Are you using base gel polish (aka gelish foundation) or are you using a clear buildable gel?
Thank you in advance! GREAT video that is going to save me!!
i used a thin clear builder gel
Lovely video! What glue did you use for the tear?
i think the glue was by ibd.
Love the video what kind of glue is that I don’t want to use it with gel just with regular polish.
i think ibd
Very helpful video as always hun,keep on your amazing work xx
Agapi Tziga thank so much sweetie!
Just use some elmers glue and bayum
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😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
HAHA I actually did that
What's bayum?
+Ximena Johnson 😂 they meant bam!
I hope I never need to use your awesome tutorial! Thank you! 😀
Vinatero i pray you dont either!
Awesome! So then can you use regular nail polish over the gel base? Does it just mean to use non acetone remover when you want to change colors?
shaheemie yup, thats it exactly. as long as you use non acetone remover the gel will remain shiny, wear longer, and you can just polish over top
abetweene thanks! One more question (or perhaps more than one), when the nail is fixed, does the silk wrap+gel stay on "forever" as your nail grows out? Or does it wear out over time? And lastly, does this just soak off with acetone if we don't want the silk wrap on anymore? I break my nails often but love having length, so I love this easy fix!
Very good technique. Thanks for sharing
thanks
Good idea I tried gel on my nails and it caused damage maybe the buffer did that? Did you experience any damage?
Buffers take off layers of your nail and you only have 7 layers so be careful.
Use shilac instead of gel. It lasts longer and does no damage. 😊
I just use a tea bag and just some normal clear nailpolish it worsk good
Wish I knew about silk wraps two days ago🤨
It actually is silky linen :) so no animals killed hehe
My nail broken
how to repair
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This is a great tutorial very simple to follow and nice and detailed. You've also explained what this silly person did wrong, I didn't glue the small tare on my nail back to the rest of it :/ My silk wraps are pre-cut with adhesive so they don't stretch as much. Is the adhesive likely to affect how the gel applies?
the precut adhesive wraps are fine 👍🏽
@@abetweene That's great to hear, thank you.
what can we use instead of a tea bad
im using silk wrap, u could also use a fiberglass patch
hi! i noticed that you used a full piece of fabric to cover the nail. i've seen other videos that only use a piece to cover only the broken bit.
does it really matter?
thanks!
blackstarRH hi! long story short...yes it does. Using a full sheet is nessecary because im trying to marry two pieces together that are no longer bonded, so for a break as severe as mine going all the way across you want as much reinforcement as possible.
abetweene thanks for clearing this up and for being on top of comments.
can't wait for your next video :)
blackstarRH
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I have one dumb thumb that just constantly breaks or peels. It's already a super flat nail and is very bendable (it's unlike all my others). I've been trying to keep a polish on to get it to grow out since it's been working but as soon as the polish comes off it breaks again, which stunts it even more. I'm so sick of it, and I can never get silk wraps to stick. The glue takes way too long to dry
I’m curious why you buffed over your clear gel before adding a top coat gel...? I thought it wasn’t necessary to buff clear/builder gel before adding gel polish (as long as u leave the inhibition layer) ....? So I guess the other part of the question, is, why did u remove the inhibition layer and then buff for polish application? Was there a secondary reason u were bugging the gel? Or am I just wrong on the proper application techniques (which is entirely possible 😅)?
I remove the inhibition layer so the sticky uncured gel doesn’t transfer onto my file and I used the file to shape the overlay that i created. when you simply paint gel on layer by layer, it actually adds height and dimension. So, I want to streamline that shape before adding polish so the nail doesn’t become bulky and look like a chicklet rather than elongated and natural.
abetweene thank u! I never remember to check my replies, but thank u so much for such a clear and informative answer!! 💕
Does this work over gel nail polish? I know the video said to remove the polish first but I don’t know how to remove gel nail polish effectively. Do you have a video for that too.
i wouldnt recommend doing this over gel polish, but i do i have a video on you can remove it first th-cam.com/video/2ecMGT5isOE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for this excellent tutorial 👏👏👏
yw!
Did you cure after you laid the silk down, or immediately go back with more gel?
Cured immediately after saturating the silk.
I found out an easier way that you can do. If you have a nail that is hanging like hers, you can cut a bottom of a tea bag and place it on your nail and then cover it with top coat nail polish and then when that's dry, you damp a tissue or toilet paper with water and press it on the tea bag on your nail. :)
Greatest explanation on silk tape! Do you prefer using clear gel polish instead og glue and activating spray?
yes definitely! and gel is much more for flexible and wears longer.
Reallt love the blue polish, where did you get it?
Im wearing Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polish in Tidal Wave, i got it from Target!
Hi! So the gel you are using is basically what you put on before you add led polish to your nails? I used the red carpet manicure structure it's called is that good to use with the silk? Thanks :)
Sister Tina yes, that would be fine. If you have a builder (thick) gel, that'd be great, but if not a clear base gel (the kind you add before color gel) will work. Depending how thin it is you may want to add more layers. Be sure to cure between each layer.
Great tutorial and has saved my nail. Thanks!
yw!
Hey there so I've been using soak off gel polish lately but recently I broke 2 nails I fixed them but they kept breaking so I gave up and cut them so when they finally grow out could I do the gel overlay first to make them thicker so their stronger . And could I still put the gel polish on top like I would normally do on my natural nail?
you sure can...and ill be uploading a gel overlay video in a few days!
What was the first product you used - which you sort of dropped onto the nail between the two sides of the tear, and then you pressed them together??
nail glue
@@abetweene thanks! Do you have a preferred brand?
nope, they aall work the same to me, but i usually get ibd.
@@abetweene thanks 😌
Hi, how would you use this technique if a client was hard gel or acrylic also, would it be the same process first using base gel, filing and smoothing then starting the hard gel acrylic process??
+Pindy Soggi I would use the same technique with hard gel but would omit the base gel with acrylic. just stick to your usual acrylic application and apply the silk wrap with nail glue
Thank you! 😊
Nice! I will try this process. Do you place your nails under the light to cure them? Or does the gel polish you use not require the light?
yes, i cure between each layer. If a "gel" states it doesn't require light, its not gel.
Thank you! That's what I thought.
+Shans bo +abetweene there is a lightless gel by ASP that requires a gel cure also by ASP, it works the same as this with out the uv light
+Ife Osuoha Yes, I have used that product, which is actually what I used to glue my nail back together, but it is not gel. ASP is resin. Resin is cured by spraying an activator, and gel is cured in LED/UV light. The ASP product is just labeled for marketing.
+abetweene oh that's weird because I bought asp resin which smells exactly like nail glue but it doesn't have a brush so then is asp resin and lightless gel the same? the resin has a resin activator that can be used with it while the lightless gel has a gel cure that has to be used with it
It we use this method of fixing broken nail then the actual growth of nail will stop or not?
Please reply must
No, nothing will stop your nails from growing.
I only recently began using a 180 grit file and i keep hitting my lower cuticle area and it's cut up and sore. Do I just need to get more practice or are there any tips/techniques to avoid hurting the cuticle? Thank you
180 grit for your nails or to buff the skin?
@@abetweene Oh goodness, no not to buff the skin... I was asking... how the heck do you avoid the cuticle when buffing? It doesn't hurt when I use my little pink buffer but with a 180 grit file it's another story entirely. I hurt my lower cuticle ( if that's what that area is called right at the base of the nail). No matter how careful I am, I seem to hit it...
ohhh ok, your buffing the surface, got it! Id recommend a 220 grit sponge file to buff your natural nails. its much smoother and wont cut into the cuticles
why do you have to cure and file before applying the top coat? Can’t you just apply the top coat on top of the sticky layer?
because the multiple layers of gel that we paint on for structure create a shelf, like a stack of paper. theyre relatively flat and uniform, but in order for the fix to work (meaning withstand use or pressure in our daily life) we must mimic the natural curvature of the nail. that curvature includes C curve and an apex. they give a natural appearance AND function otherwise the nail would break again easily.
I've seen people also use silk resin and super glue, do you think clear gel works best...or do you not think it really matters. I have both super glue and clear gel polish and want to know which will work best on my poor broken nail!!!
If you use a good quality clear gel, that doesn't lift its is my personal favorite. But you should never use superglue on your body or nails. Nail glue is only $2-5 at most. Get some.
Also using the gel builds a structure over the break, allowing it more strength in case you bump into something or apply to much pressure.
What kind of Lamp do you use to cure the nails. I am not in the US, can you recommend one please.
Any LED or UV gel lamp will work... which is based on your preference. I personally prefer LED because it cures in less time. I suggest browsing your local beauty supply store or my personal favorite, Amazon.com.
Can you paint a fixed nail or will it dissolve when you take the polish off with non-acetone remover?
yes, u can still polish your nails with regular polish or even gel polish. You just need to file the color off for gel and use non acetone for regular polish
abetweene Thanks for the information!
OMG HUN I WAS LIKE 😰. WHEN I BROKE MEH NAIL LIKE TODAY AND RN YOU MADE DIS VID 😘👌🏻 THX HUN
lpsperfection TV Lol, perfect timing. It was meant to be
But i broke my nail deep, and i’m hella scared of it falling off. I’ve been using duct tape for a few days now, and nothing is really happening.. does anyone know what happens to it later? 🤔
just cut it as low as you can comfortably. It will grow back out. Just give it a few weeks.
Mine nail broke half way my nail bed, it hurts and I'm scared too.
I'm going to try this or something tomorrow that I can go to the store to get what I need.... 😏
would you please to say if works for the silk wraps a nail glue instead of gel resin? thank you!
Kate Zhalis yes, glue will also work.
abetweene thank you a lot!😉
I used to do this a billion years ago. Except with fiber fox polish and smoothing with nail polish remover and rubbing it smooth with my finger. Lol. Gel will be easier and faster. Plus I would but the paper while paper is on the nail. Sometimes just half of the bal.
I learned how to do this bAck in beauty school about 17 years ago lol. But we did it only on the broken area only and we used glue. Does gel work BEST??
really depends on the product youre using.
Does your nail grow back together? Or does like a new nail form underneath the broken layer?
a broken nail cannot mend... like hair, its dead. This holds the nail together until the nail grows out and you wish to cut the broken portion.
abetweene Thank you
Awesome video! And great channel! Just subscribed 😁
+Ashlei Mccauslin Thank you! 😘
Now I am in mourning for all the nails I said goodbye to thinking they couldn't be saved.
Can you use regular nail polish on it after fixing it ?
yes
@@abetweene thank you for replying 😁
Was that a normal base coat or a builder gel
normal base gel
how long does the gel last?
i broke a nail
ive used a tea bag and superglue.
i usually refill or remove it after 3-4 weeks
Where can I buy all this stuff without ordering it online because my nail is broken and it needs to be fixed asap
+Kam Vincent The gel I used is only available online and LA, but you can. certainly find other brands, nail glue, and silk wraps at Sally Beauty Supply
is this gel polish or builder gel? you didn't say.
There isnt a difference really, so you can use either. The one i used is the description box.
nice ! and you explain so well! Thanks
Could you make a version that doesn't use gel? I don't have a curing lamp
you can use resin instead, just keep in mind that its not as strong or at all flexible so it chips much easier.
love your videos ♡
Awesome tutorial, thanks sooo much!
thanks!
my nail break from center what should i do !?😥my nail grow or not😢?? i cut it but i didn't know its will grow or not plz replz wht should i do ?????
if you already cut it, just let it grow out. It will heal itself
such an informative video, you're just great!
***** xoxo
abetweene Oh, and I'm planning on trying to do a mix of your spring fern and jungle cameo manicures!
***** Ooo cant wait to see it!
+abetweene thank you so much is good to learn new tips have a bless night!!
+Liset Davila you too sweetie!
I like the video I just don't understand the importance of the paper? can you please explain it to me again? I have that paper wrap for your hair can i use that to repair a broken nail
Kecia Fitts The silk wrap just acts as a mesh or tape to unify the two split areas into one "sheet". And the gel reinforces it by building more strength.
Kecia Fitts You could try it but cloth is woven so its much stronger than paper.
girl you know me but is this ok for under you age like 12 uears old maybe because my nail skin was about start dripping blood
if your bleeding you should let the wound heal before using any nail enhancements
What kind of blue nail color you have applied
H Kakkad Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Tidal Wave
What did you use to 'glue' you nails back together?
resin. I applied it with a dotting tool because it was a bit thick. Regular nail glue will work fine as well
+abetweene . What do you mean by resin?
+Elaine Kay Its very similar (if not the same) as nail glue. It comes in an applicator bottle or you can brush it on. Its generally used for silk wrap nails. The one I have is this: oceannails2.storenvy.com/products/10283457-brush-on-resin
Thanks for that.
When do I add the color gel during this process?
after the extension is filed and shaped.
You can also use teabag.
My cousin broke her nail today. Totally going to tell her to watch this!
Liddy Smiles perfect! thanks 4 sharing
Which gel is best gel ?😶
i used a top coat.then a silk thing i pressed it down hard and then i used a top coat on my back nail
and boom
it worked for meh
I chipped my nail last night and I really wish that I would've found this video
Can you do the same method with uv gel polish?
Yup!
Respected
Where did you get this product?
H Kakkad all products and links are in the description box
More feet an nail videos please 😩
I Litterly used school school with 1 ply of a 2 ply tissue Litterly I dident even have to put fingernail polish on it
Thank you for this. I bought the silk but don’t № how to apply so I searched TH-cam ᵃⁿᵈ found you ´◔ˬ◔ˋ ツ
This saved my life!!!
thats what im here for 👍🏾
Om goodness u replied to my comment!!!!!😄
😘
What type of paper used I have a doubt
silk wrap
I did it but the next day my nail started hurting so much. Every time I touch my nail it hurts and I don’t know why is like that. Can someone help me?
Some discomfort can be expected as the gel is holding your nail in a c curved position stronger than regular nail polish which its likely not accustomed to. If the pain persists please remove the gel and/or see a doctor if you have concerns.
abetweene Thank you so much!
can i use gelish sculpting gel??
Yes
Buffing your nail before you started is actually really bad for your nail. It removes layers and makes your nail weaker witch can result in your nail breaking. For more info on how to grow your nails long, strong, and healthy go check out +simplynailogical . She has A LOT of great nail tutorials and videos on how to take care of your nails so they don't break!
Im aware that buffing removes layers of the nail, but the grit is not significant enough to make mine thin. Buffing is also required for the gel to adhere.
+Verica Vuckovic I know that it is required to apply gels or acrylics but there is such a thing as buffering to much. By buffering to much you can file down to your skin and have no more nail in that area witch can make it so your not able to grow nails anymore. I'm just trying to speed this word and make it so no one has to go through this horrible pain.
Verica Vuckovic quit a few people actually. it isnt very uncommon in the US. anyway im just spreding the message around!
Can I just put the gel top coat and not use the lamp?!???
without the lamp the gel doesn't dry, so you have to cure it.
abetweene I see. Thanks
Which type of glue is this
its ASP resin