Thus video came at the perfect time. Was searching for chroming instructional video earlier this morning. Lo N' Behold...up pops Marla's video. Wouldn't want to learn from anyone else 🥰 Thanks Marla!
Lol yay! Helpful hint I forgot to mention: before you apply the no wipe top to chrome on, apply a gel base or a gel primer. That will help to prevent your chrome from peeling ❤️
Oh, wow, thanks for posting this! Just yesterday I decided to dive into chromes with Revel's holiday sale. I'm new to dip powders in general so this will be fun. Great coincidence!
Just sat down to chrome my nails and found your video! Thanks for the using black first tip. I did not know that. So thank you for saving me once again lol your awesome!
OMG Thank you for posting this Most efficient straightforward and effective way to get awesome looking results❣ Those look so bad ass. The shape and the color sheen.
Quick question: When encapsulating with Gel base instead of clear dip powder, how long do you cure and what do you use to remove the sticky coat? Alcohol? I know in the past you would use Gel base and then Gel top to encapsulate before filing, but you've changed up your routine so now I have to change up my routine! 😜 I convince myself that if I do things just like you, my manis will turn out just like yours. So far that hasn't happened, but you never know when it just might 🤣. I will say, I did try the gel/dip powder pour over method and they turned out perfectly, but the removal process was a beast. It took about an hour to remove and I can't bring myself to do that again.
@@kristipalin3171 I’ve got some answers and tips for ya. I cure the gel base for 30 sec. Then wipe down the nails with swipe solution but alcohol would work perfectly. You can use base and top, it will depend on how thick you want the nails or how much filing you need to do. I didn’t need much filing, so I was comfy just using base. With removal of the gel.. I would recommend filing off as much product as possible without hitting nail. Then soak off the rest. That will reduce soak off time ❤️
@@MarlaKris Actuallly i have a question lol... when you encapsulate with gel base, what's the difference of using top or gel, even if you're not adding chrome??
I encapsulated with gel base. Then I filed and buffed. That sheen on the nail was probably just from cleansing the nails after filing. No steps skipped! 💕
Hi Marla! I haven't gone through all of your videos yet. Do you happen to have a video on nail health or how you keep your nails healthy when you use dip primarily? Or if one doesn't exist, will you consider giving us some tips?
Hey love! I haven’t done a dedicated video mostly bc it would be short lol keep dip over your nails to protect them, use cuticle oil daily, don’t over file them. End scene lol
When you cure your Base gel for encapsulation how long are you curing for? Why do you prefer base gel for encapsulation these days? I’m running low on my clear dip powder lol so this could be a good alternative for me
@@MarlaKris ok another question for you lol I wasn’t thinking. If I’m just doing dip liquids and dip powder do I cure the dip first with seal protect? And then do the base gel for encapsulation?
Ooooh so pretty 😍 I giggled at the " I use my fingers cause I won't lose them"
😂 good thing they’re attached!
Thus video came at the perfect time. Was searching for chroming instructional video earlier this morning. Lo N' Behold...up pops Marla's video. Wouldn't want to learn from anyone else 🥰 Thanks Marla!
Lol yay! Helpful hint I forgot to mention: before you apply the no wipe top to chrome on, apply a gel base or a gel primer. That will help to prevent your chrome from peeling ❤️
Your nail tutorials got me to try dip and are so helpful thank you!!!
Aww you’re so very welcome. Thanks so much for being here 💜
You read my mind with this video. I've been wanting to learn about dip chrome.
I got you, love! ❤️
So excited you did a Saturday,,,,gym...bagel and Marla...its a great day!
Lol now that’s a complete Saturday morning right there! ❤️
Oh, wow, thanks for posting this! Just yesterday I decided to dive into chromes with Revel's holiday sale. I'm new to dip powders in general so this will be fun. Great coincidence!
Perfect timing!! 💜
that chrome looks real pretty with a matte finish! what a super easy snowflake!
Right?! Thank you! 🖤
I just love this video they are so cute
Thank you so much! 💜
This is beautiful 💙❄💙 Thanks for the easy gel art tips because I can't draw to save my life. Have a great weekend 😀
Girl - SAME 😂 have an amazing weekend! ❤️
Now that is an easy snowflake!!😱 I've got to try it!! Thank you for posting this video. Beautiful mani as always!
Right?! Thanks so much! ❤️
This was extremely helpful!! Thank you very much!!
You’re so welcome, darlin! 💕💕
Stuhh-ning as always!!
Thanks, darling!! 💜
Just sat down to chrome my nails and found your video! Thanks for the using black first tip. I did not know that. So thank you for saving me once again lol your awesome!
Omgosh lol you’re so welcome! 🫶💞
I wear chrome on my toes practically all summer. I use a light grey gel polish. It makes it look silver. It’s perfect!
Ooooh I gotta try that since I’m a flip flop girl most of the year! ❤️
beautiful set
Thank you so much! ❤️
@@MarlaKris you are welcome honey
Beautiful...winter wonderland vibes! Sooo pretty 💓
Thank you so much! ❤️
Just tried Halo with your instructions, and WOW. Gorgeous! I will be doing that snowflake design when winter comes as well.
Ooh yay!! So glad it worked well for you!! 🙌🏻💕
Love that blue chrome!! So pretty.
Right?! Thank you! ❤️
Oh my goodness! I’m loving the mani Marla 💗👏👏👏 absolutely adorable! thank you ☺️ again for another wonderful video 👍👍
Thank you so much!! 🥰
OMG Thank you for posting this Most efficient straightforward and effective way to get awesome looking results❣ Those look so bad ass. The shape and the color sheen.
Omgosh you’re so welcome! And thank you so much!! 🥰
I love how easy it to follow your tutorials! ❤
I’m so glad you’re loving them! Thanks so much for watching!! 💞💞
Yayyy Christmas nails!!!! Thank you for showing us your snowflake and chrome technique!!! So pretty❄️❄️❄️❄️💖💖💖💖
It’s my pleasure, love! 😍
I picked up some eye shadow applicators at Dollar Tree and I keep my chromes in individual bags (sample bags) along with an applicator.
I need a safe with the a digital lock to keep these furry knuckleheads away!
Beautiful mani!!! I looooovvvvveeee the snowflake!!! It came out great!!!💜❄️
That snowflake is genius! I chrome by dipping also but I use an eyeshadow sponge tip.
Yep that works perfect! Mine always go missing… damn cats 😂
@@MarlaKris I got a box of 200 from Amazon and throw them away once I have used it. I think the case is cat proof.
@@KimLarae366 ooh!! I’ll have to find them! A case is genius!
Love the color. Thank you Much 💜
Beautiful mani as always girl. Happy Saturday Marla. Have an amazing rest of your day beautiful 🥰
Thanks sweetheart! Happy weekend! 💞
This is so WOW…thanks.
Thank you!!!😆❤️
Amazing set that chrome dip stunning 😍🔥🔥
Thank you so much! ❤️
Love your mani ! Great tutorial ☺
OMG!! These are stunning!!
Thank you so much! 💜
So pretty!! Such an easy looking snowflake too!!
Thanks love! ❤️
Thank you so much! This was so very helpful, I even tried the snowflake 😁
Yay!! Thank you! 💞
Gorgeous chrome mani!
Thank you so much! 💞
Quick question: When encapsulating with Gel base instead of clear dip powder, how long do you cure and what do you use to remove the sticky coat? Alcohol? I know in the past you would use Gel base and then Gel top to encapsulate before filing, but you've changed up your routine so now I have to change up my routine! 😜
I convince myself that if I do things just like you, my manis will turn out just like yours. So far that hasn't happened, but you never know when it just might 🤣.
I will say, I did try the gel/dip powder pour over method and they turned out perfectly, but the removal process was a beast. It took about an hour to remove and I can't bring myself to do that again.
@@kristipalin3171 I’ve got some answers and tips for ya. I cure the gel base for 30 sec. Then wipe down the nails with swipe solution but alcohol would work perfectly. You can use base and top, it will depend on how thick you want the nails or how much filing you need to do. I didn’t need much filing, so I was comfy just using base.
With removal of the gel.. I would recommend filing off as much product as possible without hitting nail. Then soak off the rest. That will reduce soak off time ❤️
@@MarlaKris Thanks 😊
So fun I just did chrome last night love how it came out
Love this!!! Great video!
Thank you, darlin! ❤️
Love chrome. Great set Marla as always. 💙❄️
Thanks so much, darlin! 💜
I love these sooooo much! I def gotta give this a try 😍
Thanks, sweetheart! 🖤
Gorgeous !!!💞
I answered my own question lmao Love ya marla!!!
Yay! Lol love ya girl!!❤️
@@MarlaKris Actuallly i have a question lol... when you encapsulate with gel base, what's the difference of using top or gel, even if you're not adding chrome??
Really beautiful😍
Your nails are beautiful. Are those full cover nails?
Yes! ❤️
Did you cure the gel base coat before using the top coat before chroming? Or just gel base, top coat, cure for 15 seconds, then chrome?
Oh I want to chrome SO bad but I'm allergic to gels. Any options or tips for us to be able to shine like you? 😣
Stay tuned!!! I have something coming for you ❤️
So you filed and buffed after applying the gel top coat before chrome? They looked super shiny again when you switched frames!
I encapsulated with gel base. Then I filed and buffed. That sheen on the nail was probably just from cleansing the nails after filing. No steps skipped! 💕
@@MarlaKris awesome, thanks for the quick reply!!!!
Hi Marla! I haven't gone through all of your videos yet. Do you happen to have a video on nail health or how you keep your nails healthy when you use dip primarily? Or if one doesn't exist, will you consider giving us some tips?
Hey love! I haven’t done a dedicated video mostly bc it would be short lol keep dip over your nails to protect them, use cuticle oil daily, don’t over file them. End scene lol
@@MarlaKris hahaha welp that was efficient. Thanks for the tips! Lol
Did I miss where you filed? Did you do it after the encapsulation? Thanks
I filed off camera but yes, after encapsulation and activator, then I file ❤️
When you cure your Base gel for encapsulation how long are you curing for? Why do you prefer base gel for encapsulation these days? I’m running low on my clear dip powder lol so this could be a good alternative for me
30 sec is all it needs! It’s so much more clear than clear acrylic PLUS is doesn’t add bulk to the nail!
@@MarlaKris awesome thanks so much for the tip!!!
@@MarlaKris ok another question for you lol I wasn’t thinking. If I’m just doing dip liquids and dip powder do I cure the dip first with seal protect? And then do the base gel for encapsulation?
@@amandafreeman8423 no worries! So you’d do all your colored dips. Then activate. Then gel base and lamp cure.
@@MarlaKris thank you so much girl! Also obsessed with this mani I definitely want to recreate it’s stunning
So you file and buff after putting on the gel base? I just ordered some chrome so can’t wait to try it.
Make sure you wipe away the tacky layer before filing! Don’t wanna clog up the file ❤️
@@MarlaKris thanks will do ♥️
Is there a way to do the chrome without using the gel. I do have a couple clients that can’t do the gel.
YES! Here’s a video I did on chrome with no gel.. th-cam.com/video/o3-HNyvQw4U/w-d-xo.htmlsi=rDJMJlU7T5kGuBNL
So did you use gel top coat instead of the dip powder top coat before applying the chrome?
Yep exactly!
Then used the gel top coat again to seal the chrome in?
@@Nubletness you got it!!
Did you cure after gel base coat? It’s unclear but then how long did you cure?
Yes! Cure gel base for 30 sec ❤️
Did you use dip top coat step 4 or not?
Nope! No dip top is necessary since we’re doing gel top 💞
I dont understand the gel base?
In what sense, love?