I have been doing my own dip for several months now to save money and I could never get it to last more than a week without popping off. I watched your video before my latest application and I am currently on week three with no chips or lifting! Thank you!!!!
I'm SO happy to find a tutorial that doesn't involve buffing the natural nails! The whole reason I started doing my nails was to break the habit of biting them so they could grow and be healthy. It never made sense to scratch the hell out of them when my main goal is to keep them from being damaged.
lol buffing if to allow it to stick and stay on the nail. i.g. u buff when getting acrylic to prevent lifting through havung a better hold of the natural nail if that makes sense. it like when clay makers scratch clay when sticking pieces together
@Danica Wilson Agree! It annoys me when I tell them to be careful of my natural nail and they still get the electronic drill out. I had a salon have 2 ladies do this to my hands 3 times through before I said something. They basically sanded my nail so far down that you could see the pink skin underneath and then my nail broke 2 days later because my natural nail was so weak underneath.
I've been a licensed nail technician for 20 years and I'm struggling with dip powder. I stumbled upon your video, and everything you said about prep and application is exactly right. I've been practicing on myself because I can't in good conscience offer this as a service until I get it perfected. I realized watching this video that I have basically been treating the dip powder the same as I treat acrylic powder, and this may be the problem. I think I prep and finish too aggressively, so I'm going to try your techniques (and products: I just ordered the glass cuticle pusher and the Mani Boss base, activator, and two colors) and see if I get better results. Mani Boss was sold out of both the top coat and the gel base/top coat so I'll use mine and hope they play well together. I appreciate how articulate you are, I'm interested in watching your other videos to see what else I can learn. Thank you also for the product links and discount codes! :)
I am so excited to hear what you think of the products!! If anyone out there can do it, it’s YOU!! I love that you are trying out a new technique for your clients. You sound like a phenomenal nail technician! You’ll do amazing at it 🙌🏼💗 thank you for taking the time to comment 🥰
I have ladies who do mine differently. Some start in the middle of nail and work out. They were doing dip w chunky glitter and clear dip on top. Kept them from being thick 😅
It wasn’t working for me at first either then I realized it’s better to do one layer on each nail instead of doing three layers on one nail at a time.. if you do one layer on each nail then do the second layer and so on it gives it time to dry.. i use her method lol
I bought a dip kit like three weeks ago. And my nails looked horrible. Stumbled upon your page on insta and landed here. After watching a few, I did them again today and WOW! What a difference from my first time! Appreciate all the tips and my nails looks 10x better this time. Thank you!!!
I cannot imagine anyone not liking this! Last year when I was dipping, I had terrible lifting problems, I was too harsh with my prep and with the removal, my natural nails were ruined. Now that they've grown out and I have these techniques, I am ready to dip again! Thank you, oh thank you!
You are so sweet!! Thank you so much! I am so sorry to hear about your nails though 🥺💗 it is definitely a huge learning experience to find what works and doesn’t. I can’t wait to hear how it goes once you dive back in! You totally got this!! 🙌🏼
Thank you so much for doing this video. I’m guilty of washing my hands. I’m stopping that now. I don’t have a problem with lifting but I really need to use your tips on cuticle care. I’m ordering that glass pusher. Your nails look so healthy. I can’t wait to see the rest of these informative videos. And by the way, that color is so pretty on your nails. Have a good evening. 🤩
I've been struggling with my dip polish lifting after a few days. I was just about to give up on it when I watched this video. These tips literally worked miracles. I paid close attention and followed these instructions - including purchasing the glass cuticle pusher and glass files, as well as the Sparkle & Co pH prep - and the dip polish I put on two weeks ago is still firmly in place. Thank you so much for creating this tutorial!
not only was this video extremely informative but it was soooo satisfying and fun to watch. it gave me all the information i could ever need! thank you so much!
I love how you did more than a how too and actually included multiple products for each steps and whats best! I could never find a video with what products are best!!!
Dip powder is so much easier than poly gel to me! I used artificial nails and buffed the fake nails. Trying to get my real nails to grow!🎉❤ Love this tutorial 😊
I recently got a dip kit and have been so intimidated to try it out. Was really into gel and I am just sick of the lifting and difficult removal. I let my nails grow and get healthy again, but need some strength bc they are not thick. I feel better trying dip powder now that I don’t have to buff my nails. Thanks for the video 😊
Love these tips! Your base coat instead of buffing the nails is a game changer. My nails are so much stronger! Next, trying the glass cuticle pusher!!!
@@SipAndDip Just looking for clarification on this portion are you only doing a layer of base coat with no dip so its essentially two layers of base before you dip?
@@SipAndDip and if you’re doing the gel dip method should we do the same thing with a gel base (instead of dip base) cure it, then gel base, dip, and flash cure each finger until the final 60-90 sec cure? Then move onto the second (well third) base coat layer and dip then cure. Then top coat and cure!?
Bless this video! I was getting ready to give up on doing my own dip nails. I struggled with lifting and I hated how much I had to rough up my nails to make it effective. I followed your base layer tip a week ago and now my nails are holding up like salon quality. Thank you thank you thank you!!
I'm a new dip DIYer and I've been having issues with lifting. I see now how many mistakes I was making in my prep and process. I learned so much from this video! Can't wait to try it!
Can you do a video on encapsulation? Best practices, potential issues (patchy coverage, fogginess, etc.) and how to fix them, and tips and tricks? Also thank you for your videos-I have learned so much from you!
I've had a couple problems where I smack my nail into something and both the powder and my actual nail will break. I bought a rubber base to go under the powder so that it would be a bit more flexible and hopefully prevent my nail from breaking (I'm pretty clumsy and I tend to hit my nails on a lot of crap). After watching this video I'm wondering whether that is actually a good idea. Thoughts?
I'm so glad I watched your video. I ordered the glass file and the prep and dehydrator. I haven't tried my dip kit yet and now I know how to prep my nails before starting.
Great video! I’m a dip newbie at only 2 months but I’ve been watching tons of videos and learning pretty quickly. But I do have a question about pulling the skin back when applying all the liquids...I saw you only pulling the thumb back, should I pull the skin away from every nail or is it only the thumb? Thanks in advance 😘
Welcome to our little nail community! 💗 So I usually only pull back the skin on my thumbs because it is the hardest nail for me to get all the way to the sidewalls 😆 most of my other nails have skin that’s not as raised on the sides so I don’t have as much trouble. So totally personal preference! ☺️
It’s been a month since I brought my mail dip powder kit from beetles brand. 3 weeks since I started using & testing it out on myself. I was a little disappointed in liquid applicators sizes, which holds half of product. The dip powders are really small than I assumed. The quality is really good! It’s a great starter for someone who wants to save money and do your nails at home! Less work to do compared to poly gel and using monomer. Which as a strong overwhelming smell. I can’t get use too. It’s a bit messy and lots of dust as usual, if you shape and buff your nails before and after! Prepping the nail is super important when using dip powder, this video is well spoken!! I will be buying my own glass nail filer and cuticle pusher, bristle brush as well as buffing blocks. Thank you!
Monomer is so bad for you and your nails it’s illegal in like 30 states for a reason I can’t stand the professionals who still use this and makes videos knowing how dangerous it is! They claim it’s just bc of how hard it gets and cure time smh glad you were put off by the smell you should look into it and let everyone know!
Thank you so much for this video!!! Just started using dip powders-I have very thin nails so have never been able to sustain pretty nails. Thanks so much for the tips! Fabulous video!!!
I have watched quite a few of your videos and I am planning on ordering my own kit here soon to be able to do my own at home! I’m looking forward to using your tips for myself!
What a fantastically done informative video! 💅🎯 Stunning nails. Not roughing up nails sounds wonderful to me. I'm going to follow this and start enjoying my hands again😊 ordering the glass cuticle remover too!... Thankyou 💕
I have become obsessed with TH-cam vids on dips, gels, tips, and all things beautiful nails.. I find your pace, voice, style and overall presentation is the best, you are simply delightful and easy to learn from. I want to thank you so much for the gift of your experience and enormous generosity as you share your knowledge. You are a gem!
Great video! Glad to find your channel. I’ve been dipping all through this lockdown here for a couple of months and I’ve not used a gel topcoat. In the past when using gel polishes, they always just pop off my nails so hence trying dipping, my question is I guess, does the gel topcoat ever peel off a dip mani? Cheers
Hi Lisa!! Welcome to our little nail community 🥰 so gel can be a little tricky and frustrating when it comes to peeling. Peeling usually occurs because the surface it is trying to attach to is too smooth. So for example with dip powder, you would buff and file the nail and then instead of doing gel top coat, do a layer of gel base. So gel base, cure 60 sec. then do not wipe off the tacky layer and do a layer of gel top coat, cure for 60 sec. Having a layer of gel base under the gel top coat with give it something to grab onto! I personally love the mani boss 2 in 1 gel base + top because I don’t have to do the extra steps and haven’t had a peeling issue 🥰 I hope this helps!
This video was so incredibly helpful. I have never done dip powder on myself, I rarely even paint my own nails. I followed all the tips and even bought these products and my first time came out looking really good! Even with my shakey hands, my nails look like I got them done at a salon. Thank you so much for making this video!
I work in a nail salon 💅 and every time we put gel base and gel top clients comeback because it chip off, I’m definitely gonna try do it like in this video thank you for sharing ❤
I love your videos I have learned a lot, thanks to the videos I no longer spend in beauty salons and what I spend is for materials for my own use. This technique to remove the material is excellent, it has saved me hours of having my nails wrapped with aluminum foil and acetone. Thank you ☺️
Most helpful tip/hack/tutorial video I’ve found! I’ve thought myself to me a bit more than a beginner but could not figure out how to prevent lifting. I thought my natural nails just rejected everything, lol. They use to start lifting after just a couple days, after using your tips, they aren’t going anywhere! The “base” layer of base is brilliant!
Yayyyy!! So happy to hear this!! I know how frustrating it can be trying to figure out what works best for your nails. And I’m so glad that you have!! 🥳🥳🥳
Your BARE nails are GORGEOUS Doll! 🥰 Thanks for your exceptional videos; your suggestions work, your editing is perfection, and I’m learning so much! ♥️💅🏾
I did not have any success with dip until I came across your videos.. now I love it. When I was doing it I was doing three layers on one finger and moving to the next. 3 layers on that finger and so on. It never dried lol. Your method makes them come out perfect. Thank you
Omg i LOVE this! Very helpful tips. I shall share it in my dip powder group. I am going to do a gel polish for new year's eve but the next time I dip I'll be sure to re-watch this. Thank you
In the cuticle area, when you're applying top coat, do you put the top coat closer and completely over the dip at the cuticle or only on top of the dip?
Thank you so much for creating this video! I have been dipping for a year already and lately having a lifting issue for a exile now! Think my main issue was washing my hands before dipping and using liquid cuticle remover. This video was awesome! I do have a question. Would you happent to know if here is a gel and builder gel option that I can use if I have experienced an allergic reaction to the regular kind?
I had an issue with cuticle remover too! It’s totally trial and error to see what works and doesn’t for each of us 🥰 Mani boss sells a 2 in 1 gel base + top coat that is HEMA free 🙌🏼 I had an issue with gels making my nail beds hurt and feel sore. But I don’t have that issue when I use that product. If I stick to HEMA free, my nails don’t hurt. Madam glam also sells some products in HEMA free! Dipalicious and karasclaws also sell HEMA free products 💖 hope this helps!
This video came just in time!! I have terrible lifting and was beginning to think the product was junk! So glad I stumbled across this! I will definitely add these tiles next time I dip! Hopefully the lifting stops and they last longer!! Thank you so much! ❤️
Thank you so much! I now have three different dip kits. Having good products is only half of the equation. The information you provide is crucial. I'm definitely getting better at it. I can't believe how much money I'm saving! ❤️💅🥂
Welcome to our little dip community! And you are so right! Getting the right products is only half the battle 💖 so happy to hear you’re getting better and better 🫶🏻
I haven't ordered my first starter kit yet. I trying to ensure that I am cut out for all of this first. Sounds like a steady hand application is important. That may be an issue with me. Also, patience. I can do that as long as I have a chat with myself first. Any tip on keeping a steady brush stroke?
So I do suggest doing your dominant hand first. So if you’re right handed, start your manicure on your right hand first. It helps to do your dominant hand first before you and your eyes get tired. You also have more patience when you begin rather than when you’ve already done one hand. To keep your hand steady I recommend keeping both hands resting on a hard, flat surface (desk, table etc). That will help balance them. And I know this sounds strange but don’t do your mani on an empty stomach, especially if you like coffee like me 🤣 I notice that I shake more if I try to do a mani without eating first, especially from caffeine. I’ve made it a point to film after a meal and I noticed a big difference. Hope this helps 💖 welcome to our nail community!
Would cuticle remover be considered a liquid that could could cause lifting? If so, apply, then wait the 60 minutes? Or is dehydrator afterwards enough?!
I notice you use ManiBoss. Is this your favorite and how does it compare to Fairy Glamour? I was goin for purchase a Fairy Glamour starter kit but now I'm questioning if I should go with ManiBoss. I love the FG powders. I am a towel newbie, BTW.
I have very short nails in need of protection. I have been using teabags and polish. It’s a pain. It lasts one week. I stumbled on dip powder. I don’t want to go to a salon because they come at my nails with power tools. Acrylics and gells and their removal gave my nails ridges and weakened them forever. If I follow this I can say goodbye to my split to the quick painful nails and the teabags I have been supporting them with.
This is a great tutorial on the important steps to a powder dipped manicure. I was using too much liquid and getting it on my skin. Thanks for these tips
Thank you so much! 🥰 I use a dip powder liquid top coat normally! Sometimes I do use a gel top coat with dip liquids, all just depends what design/mani I am doing. You can absolutely use either a dip top coat or gel top coat! 🙌🏼💖
Wow! Mind blown. Like many others here, I was too rough on my nails the first time around removing a salon dip. My nails are trying to grow back but some won’t stop splitting into the quick or layers lifting off. I dipped the worst ones in clear just to protect them. I am a total newbie who wants nails and COLOR! So much so I have dozens of dip jars hidden from my hubby lol with more on their way. And the glass cuticle pusher will be in the mailbox soon too. I did my right, dominant, hand yesterday (don’t judge…) and it took me approximately 7-8 hours 🤯 with adding tips. Whose dumb idea was it to add tips? On one stinking hand!!! UGH! So glad I found you this morning Chelsea. I’ll be trying your way on the left hand after lunch. There are so many things I love about your video I can’t even name them all. Not buffing the nails, a layer of dip base as a base coat (brilliant) clear, concise instructions and explanations are just a few. One of the biggest? You actually answered questions that were asked of you. I don’t see that often and I have to say BRAVO!🎉 You have a new, excited subscriber!
You have made my day!! Thank you for taking the time to show me some love 💗 and welcome to our little nail community!! My inbox is always open on IG if you ever need help along the way 🥰
Worst advice out there is to push back cuticles. Cuticles are like skin - the only barrier to infection. Once you have a nail infection, you can get a secondary infection, all of which may not - will likely not be easily or quickly remedied. I spent 4 years with infection - not from pushing back my cuticles - by putting my hand in a dishwashing glove that had old water in it unbeknownst to me. You will never take your nails and cuticles for granted again when you can’t touch anything for four years because the solution is hardly better than the problem - steroidal cream that will rip off your skin so you have no fingerprints. Or you can itch peel and blister for rest of life. Took me four years to get cuticles back and I’m not entirely out of the woods yet, I’m sensitive to my steering wheel now. Hope this message helps!
I’ve used these tips and they’ve worked, but I’m going to do my first set with extensions tomorrow. Will the layer of base before dipping still help with lifting if I use tips??
So I know practically nothing about nails. With dip nails, can you draw designs with regular nail polish and apply stickers and rhinestones? Every tutorial I see just involves the dip powder in ombre or marbling but nothing else. If we can paint dip nails, when do you apply the polish and how do you proceed to finish?
Newbie here. Just to clarify - is that ManiBoss base coat the same as step 1 in the kits? Or do you do that in addition? (I just got the Nailboo starter kit.) Thanks!
What is the dip that you used for the photo for the video? I love the glitter and have been looking for something like it! Wonderful video! I can't wait to try these tips!
Where can you buy the glass cuticle remover, i have so much lifting around my cutticles, its rough and gets caught on my hair, and no matter how much perfectly i prep, i still get that lift, and painful if the dip nail pulls pff suddenly.
Thank you so much for making this wonderful video. Your tips and tricks have been a game changer. This is my third try and my fingernails look professionally done.
Chelsea, thanks a MILLION for your simple yet detailed descriptions for all the reasons why our manis fail! Started DIYing my own nails approx 2 months ago & now my nails are trashed! All my fault for doing alotta the things you caution against! I was a flood-er, too much filing & I'm paying the price with weak, bendy nails & one cracked thumb! GRACE (as you so sweetly said)! Thankfully my nails grow quickly, so when the damage is gone, I will resume dipping using your explanations as my guide! Love the coconut oil tip too! My question: Is there a gel builder out there that does not require a UV light? I do not have one & have no intention of getting one bc my 57 y/o hands don't need any add'l light! Thanks again for your amazingly simple vid! Your nails & mani are my dipping goals from now on!
Hey Ruthie! I am so sorry to hear about your nails 🥺💖 we have all been there! We aren’t learning unless we’re making mistakes so I completely understand! I’m not sure of any builder gels that don’t require a lamp. I do know they sell gloves that you can wear to protect your hands in a lamp though! You could also do clear dip powder if you’re wanting just a clear base to protect your nails 💖
I really appreciate your video. You are really good at demonstrating and explaining how to protect your natural nails and how to get good results. I have a few questions-what do you do to remove the dip powder? Do you give your natural nails a break from dip powders? Do you ever use gel polish instead of dip powder? Thank you for your video.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback 🥰 I use the hot water baggie method for my soak off. Here is the step by step tutorial for that if you’re interested! th-cam.com/video/shbTA_S-7bY/w-d-xo.html I typically try to keep dip powder on my natural nails to protect them so they don’t break. Right now I’m using peel base, so I’m not soaking in acetone. Peel base allows for easy pop off removal, usually within 1-3 days. To keep up with filming it’s great, but for longevity it’s not something I would use. Sometimes I’ll play with gel polish on top of dip powder! That way I still have the strength of dip powder and the quick application of gel 🥰
Thanks so much! And I always wash my hands right before doing my nails and I have problems with lifting at the tips. I’m definitely going to try this and not wash during my mani. My instructions always said to wash to remove dust. Now I know. Thank you!
So does that mean two layers of color and one layer of clear dip to equal the three layers? Or three layers of color and then the layer of clear dip powder?
I’m a newbie so I have to ask…I see other videos where after you put on your base, you dip in the build powder. But I think you actually do two base coats without the build powder in between? Is that correct?
Hi Franny! So when it comes to DIY dipping there definitely a lot of options and variations of the process. It’s largely about personal preference and what your lifestyle/nail type requires. When I prep my nails, I prefer to put down a layer of base liquid and then let it dry. Then, I start my dipping. So another layer of base liquid, then dip. Sorry if I misunderstood the question, please let me know if this helps! 💗🥰
Hi Rosemary! This is a tricky question! So I haven’t found a difference in longevity for either dip top coat or gel top. BUT I don’t typically leave my manis on for very long due to my filming. When I have experimented with them I haven’t had an issue with either. I think with proper application they both work great! I do think it is largely based on personal preference too. I usually use dip top coat because soaking off gel can be sort of a pain. Gel top coat typically requires an lamp to cure for 60 sec 💗 hope this helps!
This video was a game changer! I started doing my own nails this summer and your videos, especially this one, has helped me not give up after experiencing lifting after 2-3 days. Thank you so much!
Hi there! New to dip powders, and having trouble with cracking. So are you applying two base layers? One for prep (your tip to avoid buffing) and another when you begin application of the powder? Want to make sure I understand before trying it!
Yes exactly! The first layer dries and then the second layer is for dipping. I also have a video on cracking if you haven’t already checked it out 🥰 welcome to our little dip community! 💕
I’m loving and very much appreciating your videos! This one in particular really made a difference for me! I’m on my 4th or 5th set of dip nails ever and they’re getting better every time, but I’m struggling to shape and file my short nails. Any chance you could do a dos and don’ts tutorial just on filing? I seem to file way too much and don’t end up with an apex 😬 Thanks for all your help 😊
Thank you so much for your kind feedback and support! I can definitely add this to my filming list 🫶🏻 I did recently share my “top 10 tips” that includes some filing and overall help. But I really like the idea of a dedicated video! Thank you for the suggestion 💕
I'm a 30 year nail tech. I do mostly acrylic. I do a few dip Nails. I use Young Nails Conversion Base and Top Coat. These are great tips, that I really need!! Thanks!! I love your videos!!
@@tatosilva3280 Hi. The best two that I can recommend are ASP resin glue and ANC resin glue. They work the best. I was using ANC long before I became a certified nail tech. A little goes a long way with both glues. Make sure that they are nail resin brush on glues and not regular nail brush on glues (those are for doing tips and other press ones). Resins resemble closer to a gel consistency while the regular brush on glue is runny like water (free flowing).
I have been struggling with lifting at the cuticles, I do really like the base layer tip, that helped a bit when I first heard about it. Just ordered a glass cuticle pusher, hopefully that stops the lifting. I get lifting after 2-4 days
Hi, I remove my dip and do a new color in the same day. How do you remove your dip? I of course wash after removal. So any recommendations on what to do after removal and before the next dip? Thank you!!
Hi Larissa! That’s a great question! 💗 so in that scenario I completely understand washing your hands. In the meantime I would begin cleaning up your nail area and prepping for the next mani. You could absolutely push back the cuticles while you wait. If you see that your nail plate is still relaxed you could always apply some more rubbing alcohol or nail dehydrator. Hope this helps!
Totally helps! Thank you. Right after I asked I went to your videos and realized you had already answered that in your removal video. My apologies but thank you so much for your response and great videos! Super helpful and will definitely try some of these tricks!
I have used this technique with lots of different dip powder base liquids and it worked great! The only one that it didn’t work well with was the sparkle and co low odor base liquid. But that is formulated completely different so that’s not surprising ☺️
@@SipAndDip when you say base liquid just regular nail lacquer for base coat and then they make a top coat. So the base coat is used under the dip? I would imagine it serve as a protection layer against the nail bed but the dip doesn’t peel off?
@@popaki9484 so it’s not a typical nail polish base coat. It’s a dip powder liquids system base coat so it’s meant to be used with dip powder (finely milled acrylic). Most dip powder systems are 3 parts. Dip powder base liquid, activator, top coat. Some kits also include a dehydrator + brush saver. I love using the base liquid on my natural nails for many reasons! Not only does it protect my natural nails, it acts as a glue, and also slows down the dry time for my first layer on top. Hope this helps 💖
@@SipAndDip oh ok. Thanks for explaining further. I use Kiara sky and their base dries up quick so I have to be quick about putting it in the dip. But I see you let it dry and the second application you dip right? Interesting!
@@popaki9484 yes exactly! If you let a layer of the base dry, then apply base + dip, that second layer of base shouldn’t dry as fast. Let me know if it works out for you! I haven’t dabbled in KS liquids so I’d love to hear 🥰💖
I have been doing my own dip for several months now to save money and I could never get it to last more than a week without popping off. I watched your video before my latest application and I am currently on week three with no chips or lifting! Thank you!!!!
Amazing! 🎉
I'm SO happy to find a tutorial that doesn't involve buffing the natural nails! The whole reason I started doing my nails was to break the habit of biting them so they could grow and be healthy. It never made sense to scratch the hell out of them when my main goal is to keep them from being damaged.
Same. Buffing just seems to unhealthy for the nail
Exactly, never understood that
lol buffing if to allow it to stick and stay on the nail. i.g. u buff when getting acrylic to prevent lifting through havung a better hold of the natural nail if that makes sense. it like when clay makers scratch clay when sticking pieces together
@@caitperez7362 Clearly not necessary tho … maybe just a light buffing but NOT the drill so common at salons … ruined my nails!
@Danica Wilson Agree! It annoys me when I tell them to be careful of my natural nail and they still get the electronic drill out.
I had a salon have 2 ladies do this to my hands 3 times through before I said something. They basically sanded my nail so far down that you could see the pink skin underneath and then my nail broke 2 days later because my natural nail was so weak underneath.
I've been a licensed nail technician for 20 years and I'm struggling with dip powder. I stumbled upon your video, and everything you said about prep and application is exactly right. I've been practicing on myself because I can't in good conscience offer this as a service until I get it perfected. I realized watching this video that I have basically been treating the dip powder the same as I treat acrylic powder, and this may be the problem. I think I prep and finish too aggressively, so I'm going to try your techniques (and products: I just ordered the glass cuticle pusher and the Mani Boss base, activator, and two colors) and see if I get better results. Mani Boss was sold out of both the top coat and the gel base/top coat so I'll use mine and hope they play well together. I appreciate how articulate you are, I'm interested in watching your other videos to see what else I can learn. Thank you also for the product links and discount codes! :)
I am so excited to hear what you think of the products!! If anyone out there can do it, it’s YOU!! I love that you are trying out a new technique for your clients. You sound like a phenomenal nail technician! You’ll do amazing at it 🙌🏼💗 thank you for taking the time to comment 🥰
I have ladies who do mine differently. Some start in the middle of nail and work out. They were doing dip w chunky glitter and clear dip on top. Kept them from being thick 😅
It wasn’t working for me at first either then I realized it’s better to do one layer on each nail instead of doing three layers on one nail at a time.. if you do one layer on each nail then do the second layer and so on it gives it time to dry.. i use her method lol
I bought a dip kit like three weeks ago. And my nails looked horrible. Stumbled upon your page on insta and landed here. After watching a few, I did them again today and WOW! What a difference from my first time! Appreciate all the tips and my nails looks 10x better this time. Thank you!!!
Ahhhh!! You made my day! Thank you so much for the kind words! So happy to hear this!! 🥰🎉
I cannot imagine anyone not liking this! Last year when I was dipping, I had terrible lifting problems, I was too harsh with my prep and with the removal, my natural nails were ruined. Now that they've grown out and I have these techniques, I am ready to dip again! Thank you, oh thank you!
You are so sweet!! Thank you so much!
I am so sorry to hear about your nails though 🥺💗 it is definitely a huge learning experience to find what works and doesn’t. I can’t wait to hear how it goes once you dive back in! You totally got this!! 🙌🏼
@@SipAndDip I think you have to use Dip Powder Base one nail at a time for dipping.
Thank you so much for doing this video. I’m guilty of washing my hands. I’m stopping that now. I don’t have a problem with lifting but I really need to use your tips on cuticle care. I’m ordering that glass pusher. Your nails look so healthy. I can’t wait to see the rest of these informative videos. And by the way, that color is so pretty on your nails. Have a good evening. 🤩
I can’t wait to hear what you think of the glass cuticle pusher!! 🙌🏼 and thank you for the love!! 💗 this color just screams summertime 🍉🥰
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I've been struggling with my dip polish lifting after a few days. I was just about to give up on it when I watched this video. These tips literally worked miracles. I paid close attention and followed these instructions - including purchasing the glass cuticle pusher and glass files, as well as the Sparkle & Co pH prep - and the dip polish I put on two weeks ago is still firmly in place. Thank you so much for creating this tutorial!
not only was this video extremely informative but it was soooo satisfying and fun to watch. it gave me all the information i could ever need! thank you so much!
🥰🥰🥰 thank you so much for the kind feedback!
I love how you did more than a how too and actually included multiple products for each steps and whats best! I could never find a video with what products are best!!!
So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the kindness and feedback! 💗
Dip powder is so much easier than poly gel to me! I used artificial nails and buffed the fake nails. Trying to get my real nails to grow!🎉❤ Love this tutorial 😊
I have been too intimidated to try polygel so I understand! 😆💕 welcome to our dip powder community!
I recently got a dip kit and have been so intimidated to try it out. Was really into gel and I am just sick of the lifting and difficult removal. I let my nails grow and get healthy again, but need some strength bc they are not thick. I feel better trying dip powder now that I don’t have to buff my nails. Thanks for the video 😊
Love these tips! Your base coat instead of buffing the nails is a game changer. My nails are so much stronger! Next, trying the glass cuticle pusher!!!
Yayyy!! Best news ever!! Can’t wait to hear what you think of the cuticle pusher!! 🙌🏼
@@SipAndDip Just looking for clarification on this portion are you only doing a layer of base coat with no dip so its essentially two layers of base before you dip?
@@amandamacneill118 yes exactly 🫶🏻 so the base layer dries, then another layer of base and dip 💖
@@SipAndDip Thank you so much!! I’ll try it!
@@SipAndDip and if you’re doing the gel dip method should we do the same thing with a gel base (instead of dip base) cure it, then gel base, dip, and flash cure each finger until the final 60-90 sec cure? Then move onto the second (well third) base coat layer and dip then cure. Then top coat and cure!?
Bless this video! I was getting ready to give up on doing my own dip nails. I struggled with lifting and I hated how much I had to rough up my nails to make it effective. I followed your base layer tip a week ago and now my nails are holding up like salon quality. Thank you thank you thank you!!
Yayyyy! I am SO happy to hear this! 🙌🏼 thank you for coming back to share how it went! 🥰
What brand do you use? And where do you buy it? 🙏
Thanks.
I'm a new dip DIYer and I've been having issues with lifting.
I see now how many mistakes I was making in my prep and process. I learned so much from this video! Can't wait to try it!
Can you do a video on encapsulation? Best practices, potential issues (patchy coverage, fogginess, etc.) and how to fix them, and tips and tricks? Also thank you for your videos-I have learned so much from you!
I’m guilty of too much hand washing! Thank you for such an awesome video!
lmao same i was basically washing after each step 😂
I've had a couple problems where I smack my nail into something and both the powder and my actual nail will break. I bought a rubber base to go under the powder so that it would be a bit more flexible and hopefully prevent my nail from breaking (I'm pretty clumsy and I tend to hit my nails on a lot of crap). After watching this video I'm wondering whether that is actually a good idea. Thoughts?
I'm so glad I watched your video. I ordered the glass file and the prep and dehydrator. I haven't tried my dip kit yet and now I know how to prep my nails before starting.
Great video! I’m a dip newbie at only 2 months but I’ve been watching tons of videos and learning pretty quickly.
But I do have a question about pulling the skin back when applying all the liquids...I saw you only pulling the thumb back, should I pull the skin away from every nail or is it only the thumb? Thanks in advance 😘
Welcome to our little nail community! 💗
So I usually only pull back the skin on my thumbs because it is the hardest nail for me to get all the way to the sidewalls 😆 most of my other nails have skin that’s not as raised on the sides so I don’t have as much trouble. So totally personal preference! ☺️
It’s been a month since I brought my mail dip powder kit from beetles brand. 3 weeks since I started using & testing it out on myself. I was a little disappointed in liquid applicators sizes, which holds half of product. The dip powders are really small than I assumed. The quality is really good! It’s a great starter for someone who wants to save money and do your nails at home! Less work to do compared to poly gel and using monomer. Which as a strong overwhelming smell. I can’t get use too. It’s a bit messy and lots of dust as usual, if you shape and buff your nails before and after! Prepping the nail is super important when using dip powder, this video is well spoken!! I will be buying my own glass nail filer and cuticle pusher, bristle brush as well as buffing blocks. Thank you!
Monomer is so bad for you and your nails it’s illegal in like 30 states for a reason I can’t stand the professionals who still use this and makes videos knowing how dangerous it is! They claim it’s just bc of how hard it gets and cure time smh glad you were put off by the smell you should look into it and let everyone know!
Thank you so much for this video!!! Just started using dip powders-I have very thin nails so have never been able to sustain pretty nails. Thanks so much for the tips! Fabulous video!!!
Welcome to our little dip community!! 💖 I hope your nails grow nice and healthy while looking fabulous of course 😉 🥰
About washing your nails what if you have to use the restroom?
I have watched quite a few of your videos and I am planning on ordering my own kit here soon to be able to do my own at home! I’m looking forward to using your tips for myself!
What a fantastically done informative video! 💅🎯 Stunning nails. Not roughing up nails sounds wonderful to me. I'm going to follow this and start enjoying my hands again😊 ordering the glass cuticle remover too!... Thankyou 💕
I have become obsessed with TH-cam vids on dips, gels, tips, and all things beautiful nails.. I find your pace, voice, style and overall presentation is the best, you are simply delightful and easy to learn from. I want to thank you so much for the gift of your experience and enormous generosity as you share your knowledge. You are a gem!
Oh my gosh! 🥺💖 you have no idea how much this means to me! Thank you so much for taking a moment to show me some love 🥰🥰
Great video! Glad to find your channel. I’ve been dipping all through this lockdown here for a couple of months and I’ve not used a gel topcoat. In the past when using gel polishes, they always just pop off my nails so hence trying dipping, my question is I guess, does the gel topcoat ever peel off a dip mani? Cheers
Hi Lisa!! Welcome to our little nail community 🥰 so gel can be a little tricky and frustrating when it comes to peeling. Peeling usually occurs because the surface it is trying to attach to is too smooth. So for example with dip powder, you would buff and file the nail and then instead of doing gel top coat, do a layer of gel base. So gel base, cure 60 sec. then do not wipe off the tacky layer and do a layer of gel top coat, cure for 60 sec. Having a layer of gel base under the gel top coat with give it something to grab onto! I personally love the mani boss 2 in 1 gel base + top because I don’t have to do the extra steps and haven’t had a peeling issue 🥰 I hope this helps!
I have issues with gel top coats done at the salon peeling off my dip nails,
Can we just take a moment to appreciate that ring?!
😆🙈 thank you so much! Hubs always jokes that he wanted to make sure people saw I was taken 😉 🤣
This video was so incredibly helpful. I have never done dip powder on myself, I rarely even paint my own nails. I followed all the tips and even bought these products and my first time came out looking really good! Even with my shakey hands, my nails look like I got them done at a salon. Thank you so much for making this video!
Yayyyy! I am so happy to hear this!! 🙌🏼💖 welcome to our dip community! 🥰
Excellent video. Moisture education and the glass cuticle remover for me! Thank you!
I wanted to brush the dip dust off your fingers the whole time.
I work in a nail salon 💅 and every time we put gel base and gel top clients comeback because it chip off, I’m definitely gonna try do it like in this video thank you for sharing ❤
I love your videos I have learned a lot, thanks to the videos I no longer spend in beauty salons and what I spend is for materials for my own use. This technique to remove the material is excellent, it has saved me hours of having my nails wrapped with aluminum foil and acetone. Thank you ☺️
Most helpful tip/hack/tutorial video I’ve found! I’ve thought myself to me a bit more than a beginner but could not figure out how to prevent lifting. I thought my natural nails just rejected everything, lol. They use to start lifting after just a couple days, after using your tips, they aren’t going anywhere! The “base” layer of base is brilliant!
Yayyyy!! So happy to hear this!! I know how frustrating it can be trying to figure out what works best for your nails. And I’m so glad that you have!! 🥳🥳🥳
Your BARE nails are GORGEOUS Doll! 🥰 Thanks for your exceptional videos; your suggestions work, your editing is perfection, and I’m learning so much! ♥️💅🏾
💖💖💖 oh my gosh! Thank you so much for your kind words and support!
I did not have any success with dip until I came across your videos.. now I love it. When I was doing it I was doing three layers on one finger and moving to the next. 3 layers on that finger and so on. It never dried lol. Your method makes them come out perfect. Thank you
I’m so happy to hear you didn’t give up on it and now enjoy it! 🙌🏼 that’s the best feeling! 💕💕
Omg i LOVE this! Very helpful tips. I shall share it in my dip powder group. I am going to do a gel polish for new year's eve but the next time I dip I'll be sure to re-watch this. Thank you
Thank you so much!! 🫶🏻
any tips for using your non-dominate hand?!?
Yes!! Here’s a video I created showing how I do dip powder on my dominant hand on short nails 🫶🏻 th-cam.com/video/FS_m2czbStQ/w-d-xo.html
In the cuticle area, when you're applying top coat, do you put the top coat closer and completely over the dip at the cuticle or only on top of the dip?
Thank you so much for creating this video! I have been dipping for a year already and lately having a lifting issue for a exile now! Think my main issue was washing my hands before dipping and using liquid cuticle remover. This video was awesome! I do have a question. Would you happent to know if here is a gel and builder gel option that I can use if I have experienced an allergic reaction to the regular kind?
I had an issue with cuticle remover too! It’s totally trial and error to see what works and doesn’t for each of us 🥰
Mani boss sells a 2 in 1 gel base + top coat that is HEMA free 🙌🏼 I had an issue with gels making my nail beds hurt and feel sore. But I don’t have that issue when I use that product. If I stick to HEMA free, my nails don’t hurt. Madam glam also sells some products in HEMA free! Dipalicious and karasclaws also sell HEMA free products 💖 hope this helps!
The glass cuticle pusher is amazing. I don't feel like I'm digging into my nail bed. Thanks for the recommendation.
So much yes!! 🙌🏼💖
This video came just in time!! I have terrible lifting and was beginning to think the product was junk! So glad I stumbled across this! I will definitely add these tiles next time I dip! Hopefully the lifting stops and they last longer!! Thank you so much! ❤️
Thank you so much! I now have three different dip kits. Having good products is only half of the equation. The information you provide is crucial. I'm definitely getting better at it. I can't believe how much money I'm saving! ❤️💅🥂
Welcome to our little dip community! And you are so right! Getting the right products is only half the battle 💖 so happy to hear you’re getting better and better 🫶🏻
Get an acidic primer then you never need to worry about significant prepping. Lifting never happens with acidic.
I love how precise you are with this tutorial, thank you so much for stating how many layers, I was wondering about that. Your nails look great love
Thank you for your kind feedback! 🫶🏻🥰
How do you get anything done with that much weight on your ring finger?? 😂😍
🤣🤣🤣 you win the internet! Hahaha I love that lollll
Thank you so much - I have been searching and searching to find out how to do my nails without buffing> I am going to be trying this next time!
Good luck!! Let me know how it goes! 🥰
I haven't ordered my first starter kit yet. I trying to ensure that I am cut out for all of this first. Sounds like a steady hand application is important. That may be an issue with me. Also, patience. I can do that as long as I have a chat with myself first. Any tip on keeping a steady brush stroke?
So I do suggest doing your dominant hand first. So if you’re right handed, start your manicure on your right hand first. It helps to do your dominant hand first before you and your eyes get tired. You also have more patience when you begin rather than when you’ve already done one hand.
To keep your hand steady I recommend keeping both hands resting on a hard, flat surface (desk, table etc). That will help balance them.
And I know this sounds strange but don’t do your mani on an empty stomach, especially if you like coffee like me 🤣 I notice that I shake more if I try to do a mani without eating first, especially from caffeine. I’ve made it a point to film after a meal and I noticed a big difference.
Hope this helps 💖 welcome to our nail community!
@@SipAndDip thank you!
This is why I love YT!! I thought I knew a lot about nails but never knew about a glass cuticle pusher!! Thank you!
Would cuticle remover be considered a liquid that could could cause lifting? If so, apply, then wait the 60 minutes? Or is dehydrator afterwards enough?!
Rubbing alcohol is 30% WATER (70% isopropyl alcohol.) Why is it being used if water is such a no-no?
I notice you use ManiBoss. Is this your favorite and how does it compare to Fairy Glamour? I was goin for purchase a Fairy Glamour starter kit but now I'm questioning if I should go with ManiBoss. I love the FG powders. I am a towel newbie, BTW.
So glad to have found this video, glass cuticle pusher is a game changer. 😍
I have very short nails in need of protection. I have been using teabags and polish. It’s a pain. It lasts one week. I stumbled on dip powder. I don’t want to go to a salon because they come at my nails with power tools. Acrylics and gells and their removal gave my nails ridges and weakened them forever. If I follow this I can say goodbye to my split to the quick painful nails and the teabags I have been supporting them with.
Hi! thank you for your tips! ManiBoss base coat is sold out - any alternative recommendations? Thanks!
This is a great tutorial on the important steps to a powder dipped manicure. I was using too much liquid and getting it on my skin. Thanks for these tips
How do you finish your mani if you aren’t using a gel topcoat? I’m going to try dip nails and your video was my favorite out of all that I’ve watched.
Thank you so much! 🥰 I use a dip powder liquid top coat normally! Sometimes I do use a gel top coat with dip liquids, all just depends what design/mani I am doing. You can absolutely use either a dip top coat or gel top coat! 🙌🏼💖
Wow! Mind blown. Like many others here, I was too rough on my nails the first time around removing a salon dip. My nails are trying to grow back but some won’t stop splitting into the quick or layers lifting off. I dipped the worst ones in clear just to protect them. I am a total newbie who wants nails and COLOR! So much so I have dozens of dip jars hidden from my hubby lol with more on their way. And the glass cuticle pusher will be in the mailbox soon too. I did my right, dominant, hand yesterday (don’t judge…) and it took me approximately 7-8 hours 🤯 with adding tips. Whose dumb idea was it to add tips? On one stinking hand!!! UGH! So glad I found you this morning Chelsea. I’ll be trying your way on the left hand after lunch. There are so many things I love about your video I can’t even name them all. Not buffing the nails, a layer of dip base as a base coat (brilliant) clear, concise instructions and explanations are just a few. One of the biggest? You actually answered questions that were asked of you. I don’t see that often and I have to say BRAVO!🎉 You have a new, excited subscriber!
You have made my day!! Thank you for taking the time to show me some love 💗 and welcome to our little nail community!! My inbox is always open on IG if you ever need help along the way 🥰
Worst advice out there is to push back cuticles. Cuticles are like skin - the only barrier to infection. Once you have a nail infection, you can get a secondary infection, all of which may not - will likely not be easily or quickly remedied. I spent 4 years with infection - not from pushing back my cuticles - by putting my hand in a dishwashing glove that had old water in it unbeknownst to me. You will never take your nails and cuticles for granted again when you can’t touch anything for four years because the solution is hardly better than the problem - steroidal cream that will rip off your skin so you have no fingerprints. Or you can itch peel and blister for rest of life. Took me four years to get cuticles back and I’m not entirely out of the woods yet, I’m sensitive to my steering wheel now. Hope this message helps!
I’ve used these tips and they’ve worked, but I’m going to do my first set with extensions tomorrow. Will the layer of base before dipping still help with lifting if I use tips??
So I know practically nothing about nails. With dip nails, can you draw designs with regular nail polish and apply stickers and rhinestones? Every tutorial I see just involves the dip powder in ombre or marbling but nothing else. If we can paint dip nails, when do you apply the polish and how do you proceed to finish?
Newbie here. Just to clarify - is that ManiBoss base coat the same as step 1 in the kits? Or do you do that in addition? (I just got the Nailboo starter kit.) Thanks!
Hello,
Beautiful video tutorial.
Do you use Gel top coat as a sticky substance?
How long do your nails last pls?
Thanks again
What is the dip that you used for the photo for the video? I love the glitter and have been looking for something like it! Wonderful video! I can't wait to try these tips!
What brand of dip powders do you like ? I’ve been using nailboo from Sally’s as I’m not sure if any other brands that do not require gel light
Where can you buy the glass cuticle remover, i have so much lifting around my cutticles, its rough and gets caught on my hair, and no matter how much perfectly i prep, i still get that lift, and painful if the dip nail pulls pff suddenly.
I tryed the base layer then wait to dry.It doesn’t wanna dry I wait 10 minutes and stil wet.Do you have any trick?
You don't use base and build powder before applying color powder?
Thank you so much for making this wonderful video. Your tips and tricks have been a game changer. This is my third try and my fingernails look professionally done.
Yayyy!! So happy for you!! 🫶🏻
How long does your dip manicure last without chipping?
Chelsea, thanks a MILLION for your simple yet detailed descriptions for all the reasons why our manis fail! Started DIYing my own nails approx 2 months ago & now my nails are trashed! All my fault for doing alotta the things you caution against! I was a flood-er, too much filing & I'm paying the price with weak, bendy nails & one cracked thumb! GRACE (as you so sweetly said)! Thankfully my nails grow quickly, so when the damage is gone, I will resume dipping using your explanations as my guide! Love the coconut oil tip too! My question: Is there a gel builder out there that does not require a UV light? I do not have one & have no intention of getting one bc my 57 y/o hands don't need any add'l light! Thanks again for your amazingly simple vid! Your nails & mani are my dipping goals from now on!
Hey Ruthie! I am so sorry to hear about your nails 🥺💖 we have all been there! We aren’t learning unless we’re making mistakes so I completely understand! I’m not sure of any builder gels that don’t require a lamp. I do know they sell gloves that you can wear to protect your hands in a lamp though! You could also do clear dip powder if you’re wanting just a clear base to protect your nails 💖
I really appreciate your video. You are really good at demonstrating and explaining how to protect your natural nails and how to get good results. I have a few questions-what do you do to remove the dip powder? Do you give your natural nails a break from dip powders? Do you ever use gel polish instead of dip powder? Thank you for your video.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback 🥰 I use the hot water baggie method for my soak off. Here is the step by step tutorial for that if you’re interested!
th-cam.com/video/shbTA_S-7bY/w-d-xo.html
I typically try to keep dip powder on my natural nails to protect them so they don’t break. Right now I’m using peel base, so I’m not soaking in acetone. Peel base allows for easy pop off removal, usually within 1-3 days. To keep up with filming it’s great, but for longevity it’s not something I would use.
Sometimes I’ll play with gel polish on top of dip powder! That way I still have the strength of dip powder and the quick application of gel 🥰
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Thanks so much! And I always wash my hands right before doing my nails and I have problems with lifting at the tips. I’m definitely going to try this and not wash during my mani. My instructions always said to wash to remove dust. Now I know. Thank you!
Pleaseee let me know if it helps!! 🙌🏼💗 good luck girlfriend!
So you put the gel on before you start dipping when you’re ready to dip, you put gel on again then dip? Is that correct?
What a marvelous tool. I had no idea my metal one was hurting my nailbed. I just ordered one
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Thank you so much for this video. I've seen a couple things that i need to try out and see if it makes any difference in the longevity of my dip!
Thank you so much for watching! 💗 can’t wait to hear if it helps!!
So does that mean two layers of color and one layer of clear dip to equal the three layers? Or three layers of color and then the layer of clear dip powder?
I’m a newbie so I have to ask…I see other videos where after you put on your base, you dip in the build powder. But I think you actually do two base coats without the build powder in between? Is that correct?
Hi Franny! So when it comes to DIY dipping there definitely a lot of options and variations of the process. It’s largely about personal preference and what your lifestyle/nail type requires. When I prep my nails, I prefer to put down a layer of base liquid and then let it dry. Then, I start my dipping. So another layer of base liquid, then dip. Sorry if I misunderstood the question, please let me know if this helps! 💗🥰
Does the gel top coat make the mani last longer than the dip top coat? 60 secs? Lamp or LED? Thanks! Great videos!
Hi Rosemary! This is a tricky question! So I haven’t found a difference in longevity for either dip top coat or gel top. BUT I don’t typically leave my manis on for very long due to my filming. When I have experimented with them I haven’t had an issue with either. I think with proper application they both work great! I do think it is largely based on personal preference too. I usually use dip top coat because soaking off gel can be sort of a pain.
Gel top coat typically requires an lamp to cure for 60 sec 💗 hope this helps!
I was impressed until i saw rhe uv machine. Could i not use that and still get good results?
This video was a game changer! I started doing my own nails this summer and your videos, especially this one, has helped me not give up after experiencing lifting after 2-3 days. Thank you so much!
🙌🏼💕 thank you so much for sharing!! You’ve made my day! I’m so glad you didn’t give up!
Hi there! New to dip powders, and having trouble with cracking. So are you applying two base layers? One for prep (your tip to avoid buffing) and another when you begin application of the powder? Want to make sure I understand before trying it!
Yes exactly! The first layer dries and then the second layer is for dipping. I also have a video on cracking if you haven’t already checked it out 🥰 welcome to our little dip community! 💕
Why did I just blow the phone 📱 😐
Great video! I keep having lifting chipping so I will try these tricks and see how it lasts!
Wow, i never thought to just put the base on and then let it dry before starting the dips!
Is the maniboss base coat the same as the Sparkle Co. ph prep coat? Do you use both of these at the same time or just one of them is enough?
I’m loving and very much appreciating your videos! This one in particular really made a difference for me! I’m on my 4th or 5th set of dip nails ever and they’re getting better every time, but I’m struggling to shape and file my short nails. Any chance you could do a dos and don’ts tutorial just on filing? I seem to file way too much and don’t end up with an apex 😬 Thanks for all your help 😊
Thank you so much for your kind feedback and support! I can definitely add this to my filming list 🫶🏻 I did recently share my “top 10 tips” that includes some filing and overall help. But I really like the idea of a dedicated video! Thank you for the suggestion 💕
I follow all the steps properly still my nails pull off after 3 or 4 days of application
I'm a 30 year nail tech. I do mostly acrylic. I do a few dip Nails. I use Young Nails Conversion Base and Top Coat. These are great tips, that I really need!! Thanks!! I love your videos!!
Hi Jennifer!
This means so much coming from a professional! Thank you for the kind words and support! 💖💖💖
also a nail tech that found some of her tips helpful. I'm been dipping for years...back before it became popular. Good video.
Ola ! Qual base/cola para fazer o mergulho você usa ?
@@tatosilva3280 Hi. The best two that I can recommend are ASP resin glue and ANC resin glue. They work the best. I was using ANC long before I became a certified nail tech. A little goes a long way with both glues. Make sure that they are nail resin brush on glues and not regular nail brush on glues (those are for doing tips and other press ones). Resins resemble closer to a gel consistency while the regular brush on glue is runny like water (free flowing).
Can you use just acetone to dehydrate the nail?
Is this prep what is known as the "Russian Dry Manicure"?
I have been struggling with lifting at the cuticles, I do really like the base layer tip, that helped a bit when I first heard about it. Just ordered a glass cuticle pusher, hopefully that stops the lifting. I get lifting after 2-4 days
Please let me know how it goes! 💗💗💗
Base coat first??, Is separate, base or top coat, in gelish have to prep
Using a brush helps the dust stay away from your skin.
Where do you get the glass files and nail pusher
Do you prefer gel or dip top coat?
I’d say 90% of the time I use dip top coats. If I’m doing gel nail art then I’ll use a gel top coat 💖
@@SipAndDip Awesome, thank you for responding!
Thank you so much for this! Your natural nails are beautiful! I'm working towards that!
Thank you so much! 🥰 it definitely took me some time but I’m grateful for dip powder 💖
how soon can we wash our hand after our nails are done?
Hi, I remove my dip and do a new color in the same day. How do you remove your dip? I of course wash after removal. So any recommendations on what to do after removal and before the next dip? Thank you!!
Hi Larissa!
That’s a great question! 💗 so in that scenario I completely understand washing your hands. In the meantime I would begin cleaning up your nail area and prepping for the next mani. You could absolutely push back the cuticles while you wait. If you see that your nail plate is still relaxed you could always apply some more rubbing alcohol or nail dehydrator. Hope this helps!
Totally helps! Thank you. Right after I asked I went to your videos and realized you had already answered that in your removal video. My apologies but thank you so much for your response and great videos! Super helpful and will definitely try some of these tricks!
Will any base coat work? Interesting you use a glossy finish (base coat) under the dip. Is this regular base coat for regular lacquer nail polish?
I have used this technique with lots of different dip powder base liquids and it worked great! The only one that it didn’t work well with was the sparkle and co low odor base liquid. But that is formulated completely different so that’s not surprising ☺️
@@SipAndDip when you say base liquid just regular nail lacquer for base coat and then they make a top coat. So the base coat is used under the dip? I would imagine it serve as a protection layer against the nail bed but the dip doesn’t peel off?
@@popaki9484 so it’s not a typical nail polish base coat. It’s a dip powder liquids system base coat so it’s meant to be used with dip powder (finely milled acrylic). Most dip powder systems are 3 parts. Dip powder base liquid, activator, top coat. Some kits also include a dehydrator + brush saver. I love using the base liquid on my natural nails for many reasons! Not only does it protect my natural nails, it acts as a glue, and also slows down the dry time for my first layer on top. Hope this helps 💖
@@SipAndDip oh ok. Thanks for explaining further. I use Kiara sky and their base dries up quick so I have to be quick about putting it in the dip. But I see you let it dry and the second application you dip right? Interesting!
@@popaki9484 yes exactly! If you let a layer of the base dry, then apply base + dip, that second layer of base shouldn’t dry as fast. Let me know if it works out for you! I haven’t dabbled in KS liquids so I’d love to hear 🥰💖