Gel Manicure at Home on Natural Nails | SECRET to long lasting polish
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- čas přidán 27. 11. 2020
- I share my trick on how to do a gel manicure at home on natural nails. This trick has allowed me to have long last manicures! My previous polish lasted 4 weeks!
DISCLAIMER: The advice given in this video is from personal experience/aesthetician training. I am NOT a certified gel polish nail technician.
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THE perfect tutorial I was looking for, I put on 1.75 speed and captions to condense the content. Removing overgrown cuticle and pushing or clipping the eponychium (nobody recommends the latter) can go awry easy so be super gentle anyone who is reading. I never understood putting oil on a surface that's about to be bonded with polish, but your evaporator seems to have fixed that. Happy Nailing!
Thank you! I am so glad this was useful to you :) thank you for commenting and sharing some tips as well! Happy Nailing! :)
Correct!
Sorry not sure what you’re referring to for locking. Could you rephrase it? Thanks!
@Charity Lumna are you talking about how to cure the gel?
The gel polish is cured under a uv or led lamp for 60-90 seconds.
Great tutorial. As a nail tech two suggestions. First don't use cuticle oil to push back your cuticles, use cuticle remover and buff your nails after. Second: Seal the free edge first and then polish your nails. That's what we do in the salon and what I do at home. Your just doing it backwards. If you do the free edge first, you won't have such a big bulky edge. Use cuticle oil at the very end of the manicure. Great job. I am extremely Impressed by your tutorial and how well you polish your nails. You so a great job. Also. Many people pay to have long nails like your natural nails. You have great nails.
Thanks for all the feedback! Glad you enjoyed the video :)
omg i hadn’t thought to seal first and THEN go over !!
The oil and gently pushing them back is better, and not removing them at all. That’s our body’s way of keeping out harmful infections. The oil and gently pushing them back is much safer.
Nail techs have destroyed my nails by removing cuticles. This is why I do my own now.
Should you buff or file the nails or both before adding dehydrator and primer?
@BellindahGama I file them to shape and buff them before applying dehydrator/primer :)
A couple of tips I've learned: start painting with the pinky so you don't risk messing up the rest your nails as you move on to the next one. And cap your nail edge first and then paint the nail to remove any "hump" that might appear from capping. It just evens it out. 😊
Love it! Thanks for sharing. I like to start with my pinky especially when I’m doing regular polish otherwise everything gets messy!
@@TwoAfterIDo do you have a video on lamps?
I don’t unfortunately, I’m not an expert when it comes to them. I am sure there are some other great videos here in CZcams though!
You can flash cure after doing the nail and not worry about it going anywhere.
Is flash curing just leaving one finger in the lamp for a short amount of time as you paint each one?
THIS IS THE HACK, GUYS!!! I watched this video almost two weeks ago. I never had at-home gel that lasted more than 5 days. This lasted 12 days before one of them chipped. My nails are thin so this has always been a struggle.
Thank you for this video!!!!
Yesss! That’s amazing! So glad this was helpful for you! You are very welcome :)
Kudos to everyone who can stand looking at the same polish/manicure for more than 2 days. 💅🏾💅🏾 Not me.
Do you switch out your polish that frequently or do you just not paint your nails because of this? Thanks for commenting 😊
@@GS__ gotcha! thats commitment! I wouldn't have the heart to remove perfectly good polish! If it makes you happy though then you do you! :) thanks for clarifying
HAHAHHA MEEE
I'm kinda the same! I can go a week with my gel but that's pushing it!
Dedication! Love it!
It's $40 for a gel manicure in my town and I can't justify spending that, so I'm going to try doing it myself. Very good tutorial!
Yes! Go for it! It honestly has saved me so much money in the long run.
You can do this - practice makes perfect! I do my own nails, cut my own hair/bangs, but I get a pedicure once a month. Can’t bend or see well enough to take care of my toes anymore. Well worth it $$
Agreed! Love all the DIYs your doing!
I've never got my nails done professionally before but I think it's a good idea to do it at least once so you can pick up tips from what professionals do to hopefully make it look nicer and last longer🙃
For sure, It’s definitely a different experience getting them done professionally, can’t say I don’t miss the lotion hand/arm massage you get at the end. Not sure how much in terms of technique you’ll pick up at the salon since in my experience they don’t explain what they are doing, but you could try :)
Watching this so I can try to do my Wife’s nails here aren’t lasting more than 4-5 days. I’ve painted cabinets, walls, trim, boats and floors but ..never nails, thanks for the great info.
This is amazing!! The real trick to making it last is understanding the prep and with your background I think you’ve got it down! I would love to see a picture of you guys once they are done! Tag me or send the photo to any of my social media @twoafterido :)
@@TwoAfterIDo I will try to remember :) cheers
Never use cuticle oil until the very end of the manicure. The most important part of doing a gel manicure that will last is that the nails need to be prepped properly as well as dry as possible. I’ve been a nail tech for 20 years and the best product to use to push your cuticles and remove all the pterygium (skin that sticks on your nail bed) is alcohol.....it allows softening of the cuticles so they can be pushed back and, it loosens the pterygium for removal and it aids in dehydrating the nail bed for better adhesion I know the oil was wiped off but to not use it at all would ensure the longevity of the gel manicure I hope these tips help ☺️ oh! Also, capping the free edge of the nail with the polish will seal the nail to help avoid any chipping ......good luck!
Thanks for the advice and explanation! I will keep this in mind and try it out one day. I honestly am just so used to doing my cuticles this way and it has always worked amazing so I never had a reason to find alternatives. Thanks for commenting 😊
Hello
I'm a beginner and i do not know what you mean by capping 💀
If you watch the video when I am painting the color gel polish I show it. Capping is basically painting the very edge of your nail where you would normally trim it. Instead of painting on top of your nail your actually painting that raw edge that you just trimmed. 😊
I was gonna say the same but also it’s best not to cut your cuticle either, just push it back and remove the dust with soap/brush.
Yes! I have heard this. I do sometimes skep cutting them and just push them but there is just something so satisfying about freshly cut cuticles that I just can’t help myself!
I've ambitiously purchased a starter kit and failed my first attempt 2 weeks ago, I've been bummed out about my wasted money. After watching this I realize where I went wrong😅😂 will be giving a second try today❤
Haha oh no! Yess try again I’m sure you will do better this time, good luck! :)
I love how you respond to everyone in your comments. Such a warm creator. I hope you had a great new years!!!
Aww thank you so much! I appreciate it :) Happy new year to you as well!
Thank you for this tutorial. Your nails look lovely. I have one bit of advice for all you young ladies who use these lamps. Apply some sunscreen to your fingers and hands before starting. Years of sun/UV exposure will age your skin. No need to speed up age spots when you are young.
Thanks for sharing :)
Thanks so much for sharing that I pray all goes well with me. Bless you!
a good thing to do is apply your cuticle oil before you apply the acetone soaked cotton ball . it keeps your cuticles from getting dehydrated too bad and it will wash off when you wash your hands giving you a clean surface to polish. apply again after done
Great tip! Thanks!
It’s very relaxing and satisfying watching people neatly pant their nails, I love dark nails on other people, just not myself
Thank you! I agree I love watching people paint their nails! You should try dark polish, maybe a matte finish might help?
I knew to ‘seal’ the edge of the nail, but your method is much smarter. It’s where I have the most trouble with my manicure as well, so I think this will really make the difference. Thanks!
P. S. Your wedding rings are stunning! ❤️
Thanks! Yess! It really reinforces my nails and makes a huge difference in how long they last! If you try it out I would love to see the results. You can send me a picture or tag me on Instagram at @twoafterido :)
I feel spoiled. My engagement ring is 10 flawless carats, and my wedding band is a 4 carat eternity band. My husband is very generous!
Nice!
I hate you. 😪😉
@@loreleilee453 and?
I've been doing mine after buying 70 bottles gel polish to so my nails. Saved so much money. They're better than the salon and my nails aren't weak. My favorite brands for gel polish are IBD, Kiara Sky and OPI😊
That’s awesome! Yes it’s such a money saver. I think it pays for it self within 2-3 times of at home application. I actually haven’t tried Opi gel polishes, didn’t even think to check that brand. I’ll check out your recommendations! Thanks!
Thanks!
You’re opening yourself up to so many problems mixing brands. If you’re not professionally trained please stop. Is saving a few ££ worth being unable to ever have your nails done again from losing your nails through separation or worse, severe allergic reaction which has implications on healthcare such as dentistry. The day they stop allowing non trained professionals to buy this 🙌🏻 it’s literally a pandemic in itself the damage being done
@@AmysNails What are you talking about? I'm not mixing brands of different gel polish.
@@AmysNails what is wrong with mixing brands lmao
Instead of using the cuticle oil, you can use cuticle softener/remover. It’s specifically designed to soften cuticle for removal and the oil is the finishing step to moisturize the cuticles after polish and it doesn’t have to be removed. 😊
Yes thanks for the tip! I have used softener in the past and it does work for sure. I just think oil is just more affordable and works just as well :)
As a professional nail technician, Oil should never be used before the gel application. It causes lifting of product. All oil, lotion and paraffin should be applied after the gel application.
I understand where you’re coming from, I was also taught this. However I disagree. My gel application lasts 4+ weeks every time and I always apply oil to soften and condition my cuticles. Once I’m done pushing them back I throughly clean my nail beds with acetone to ensure my polish adheres to the nail bed, works every single time :)
Thanks for sharing this super detailed video! I’m tired of paying all that money and never leave nail salon happy! Either too thick or too thin. I’m ordering a kit on Amazon ASAP and will follow your tips! This is a way to pamper myself on a Sunday without the huge price tag. I love to paint my nails, but also so doing dishes which is why I started doing gel, because it lasts longer. But I’m excited to start saving money. Thanks for sharing w all of us. 🌺🤗
You’re welcome! I’m glad this was helpful :) I’m excited for you to try gel nails at home, let me know how it goes! I’d love to see a picture when you’re done. You can DM on Instagram @twoafterido , hope you enjoy!! ☺️
@@TwoAfterIDo I totally would, but I don’t have IG, I’m so excited I want to take off gel I just got last weekend! The girl did a horrible job. Which is why I decided to do them myself, I think I could to better or at least same and cut the cost! Lol
No worries! Yess! They should turn out great!
Thank you so much for this video! My first at home gel manicure stayed on for 3 weeks 😊
Yesss!! Amazing :)
I stumbles across this video from my recommended, SUPER helpful! I was shocked to see how few subscribers you have, the quality of the video is similar to those with millions! You’re going to grow to become a big CZcamsr one day 🥰
Thank you so much! That is so nice to hear! I am glad you enjoyed the video and I appreciate the support more than you know! 🥰
I agree! Totally seems like there should be many more subs.
Thank you :) please share if you know people that would find this helpful so I can continue to grow and make more content for you guys ✌️
Love love love that you showed AND explained every detail of the process. It was super helpful! Especially when you were talking about the base coat still being tacky and the first coat of gel being thin. Thank you!!!! Can’t wait to watch more of your vids!
You’re welcome! I’m so glad this was helpful :) I’ve got tons of nail videos up and more coming soon!
@@TwoAfterIDoHello! I just came across this and so happy I did. Just last week I was thinking of trying this at home. Can you please tell me what I should be looking for in the type of lamp I should purchase and polish please. I will appreciate your help. I have never had gel polish on my nails before.
I'm a newbie when it comes to doing nails, and this helped me a LOT, thank you!!!
Your welcome! I am glad it helped :)
very informative and perfect for me. you spoke slowly enough that I could understand but fast enough that the video wasn't an hour long. I'm going to try this soon. i give you a 10. thank you.
Thanks so much!! Glad it was helpful :)
Great tutorial, thank you so much! I don’t do gel nails, just regular polish, and I found the tips about sealing the end caps so useful!
Thank you! I’m glad it was useful to you and it helped :) I would love to see your nails if you do them at home! You can send me a picture or tag me on Instagram @twoafterido
This video was great! I’m about to attempt doing gel nails at home so I really needed this entire tutorial. You’re directions were very clear and I look forward to investing in all the tools needed to do this at home. Thank you!
Thank you! I love that you found this useful and I hope you enjoy doing gel nails at home. I would love to see your nails when you try them! You can tag me on Instagram or send me a picture via email at twoafterido@gmail.com . Enjoy!
How have you found it so far or have you tried it?
I'm a beginner with at home gel polish so thanks a million for these tips 🙌 i greatly appreciate them!
You’re welcome! I am so glad you found this helpful. Tag me or send me a pic of your nails on Instagram when you do them next! It’s @twoafterido, I would love to see them!
Maaaaan thank you so much for this! I’ve been a serious nail biter my entire life and nail extensions have been the only thing that’s stopped me from biting, whenever my nails finally grow out and I think I’m ready to have natural nails, I do a terrible job painting them with gel and end up going back to biting. This is the first time in my life I’ve ever successfully painted them!! You’ve helped me become x1000 more confident to show off my hands thank you!!
Awww I am so happy this helped you! Thank you for sharing and commenting, I love seeing comments like this! I am so happy for you :)
Best video on gel nails so far! Thank you 💐
Thank you!!
Thanks girly. Started doing my gel manicures again and never thought to do this. 🇨🇦❤️
You’re welcome! So glad it helped :) I would love to see your nails when you do them, tag me on @twoafterido on tiktok or Instagram :)
I learned so much and just gave myself the most successful at-home-mani that I've ever had! Thank you so much!
Yess amazing! I’m so glad this was helpful for you! It’s the best feeling to be able to do your own nails at home anytime of day and not rely on salon appts!
Absolutely amazing!!! I just recently started doing my own gel nails at home. This was so informative. Thanks so much. You definitely have a new subscriber! :-)
Thank you! That’s so nice to hear I’m glad it was useful! I would love to see your nails!
Best gel nail how to I've watched so far. Thank you.
You’re welcome! I’m so glad it was helpful :)
Your nails are soo nice. You have a nice long nail bed!
Thanks!
I’m just getting into gel nails so thank you for the tip! Will be trying this next time I do them😄
You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful! Tag me on Instagram I would love to see your nails! @twoafterido
Your natural nails are so awesome, & of course the gel polish looks great too! Amazing job on doing your own nails at home! 💯✅👍🫶
Thank you!
Literally so perfect!! Will follow your steps and tricks on my next gel manicure 😍
Thank you! Send me a picture on Instagram, I would love to see how it turns out! 😊
@@TwoAfterIDo will do!😊
Great job! I had my gel polish that was lifting off very quickly. I use to wear it for 3 weeks. I was so frustrated so I found your video. I’m trying out your method now. I’ll let ya know how I do!!! Thanks for sharing❤️
Thanks! Glad you found this helpful and can’t wait to hear your results :) I would love to see a picture! You can DM me on Instagram or tag me @twoafterido :)
THANK YOU!! One of the most helpful videos.
You are so welcome!!
Thank you for this video! Very well explained! Cannot wait to start using your tips on my next home gel manicure!
I am so glad this helped! Thank you! I would love to see your mani! Please tag me on Instagram @twoafterido or dm me a pic!
I’ve never understood how to do a manicure. So I’ve been stuck paying $100-$130 for gel mani/pedi about twice a month. Change of income forced me to learn.
Thank you for these videos! I’ve gotten so much better
You’re welcome!! :) I would love to see your nails when you do them at home! Tag me @twoafterido on any platform :)
I love this video and thank you so much! I was a person that got my nails did every two weeks faithfully but my nails start to have an indenture so I stop getting them done. I have bought the stuff to do poly gel nails and gel nails. I will try your technique and let you know how well I did . Thanks again!
Your welcome! Thanks for commenting and I’m glad this was helpful. Can’t wait for you to try it at home, I would love to see your nails when you do. You can tag me on Instagram @twoafterido or send me a picture there. Good luck!
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A big thank you for this video! I have been doing my gel nails at home since about halfway into the pandemic. These tips are really helpful. I know expert of course but I'm working at it!
You’re welcome! I am glad it was helpful! I would love to see your nails! DM me on Instagram or tag me :) @twoafterido
for me a trick that worked to make it last longer is doing 2 coats of the base coat. i need to try this to make it last even better
Nice! Yeah I have had a few people suggest 2 base coats as well. Thanks!
Do you cure in between?
Yes you always cure between every coat. So if you did 2 base coats you would apply one layer, cure it then apply a second layer of base coat and cure again.
@@TwoAfterIDo thank you
I want to start gelish at home and your video has every single piece of information I was looking for!
That’s great! Thanks so much, I really wanted this to be as helpful as possible! I have another video on basics and essentials so you don’t waste your money on useless products :) thanks for commenting!
Thank you so much for this comprehensive, practical, and detailed information. It’s all very helpful! P.S. You have BEAUTIFUL hands and nails!
You’re welcome! I am glad it was helpful to you and thanks for the compliment :)
You have beautiful nails and do an EXCELLENT job explaining step by step process!!
Thank you!
What else would you be interested in learning?? Comment below!
How to apply the stickers pliz
Noted! I have a video planned for that :)
@@TwoAfterIDo Thanks 😊
Me!
Using regular polish with Gel. Something called sandwich... I read about it in the comments section. Also how long does it really last. It would be very helpful. Thank you.
I have watch a lot of videos by now and yours is on my top 2 ❤ I love how you explain everything and every step! Thank you so much!😊
Wow thank you so much!! I’m so glad it was helpful :) ❤️
You’ve explained very clearly, and to the point. I’m so excited to paint my own nails with Gel polish. ThAnKs ALOT!!
You’re welcome! So glad you found it helpful!!
Ahh, I just did a gel manicure today. I’m gonna have to try this next week.
Aww! Yes please post a pic on Instagram when you try this! I would love to see it and I will repost it on my stories! @twoafterido
This is the most thorough DIY I’ve watched! I subbed because of this video. Thanks.
Thank you so much! That was my goal and I’m so glad it was helpful for you! Thank you for commenting :) also I would love to see how your nails turn out if you try this at home! You can send me a picture or tag me on Instagram @twoafterido
Thank you so much for this tutorial.
I pray for more subscribers to this channel as you're helping women shine
Aww thank you so much! I am so glad it was helpful for you!
Excellent advice, just got my first kit from my bestie for my birthday. These tips are so amazing and I look forward to watching more.
Thank you! So excited for you to start doing your nails at home! Have fun!
you did a great job ! perfect nails with & without polish !
irritated that everyone has so much to say about your work, forgetting part of the luxury of taking care of ourselves at home is being able to do what we want and what we’re comfortable with !
thank you for sharing with the world. keep it up and keep going ! never mind the world full of professionals 💕
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed and found it useful :) that is what it’s all about, self care and being able to make yourself feel beautiful even during times like these when salons were closed!
This is a good to listen when you wanna get into doing nails thanks so much!!
Your welcome! I’m glad it’s helpful! Thanks for commenting :)
Feather strokes. Looks great. Thank you!
The clips are so worth it, love them!
I agree! Glad you like them!
Love this! Very informative. Thank you 😊
I’m so glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching 😊
Thank you so much for a perfect tutorial - exactly what I was looking for as just bought a kit to give it a try! 😍
You’re welcome! I am glad it was helpful!
You’re so good explaining everything
Thanks!!
Wow you really explained everything very well thank you so much I usually just glob everything on my nails with regular nail polish so now I really see how to do it properly thank you I hope my nails turn out as good as yours
Thank you! I’m glad this was helpful :) try it this way and let me know how it turns out! You can send me a picture of your nails on Instagram @twoafterido :)
First, I'm so thankful I found you! I tried a home gel nail kit two years ago, and a few of my nails started peeling after two days. Now that I've watched this video, I'm ready to try again. Great tips, too.
Second, bless you for answering every comment (at least what I read).
Subscribed already and looking forward to more of your videos! ❤
Thank you!! I’m so glad this gave you the confidence to try again, you got this!
@@TwoAfterIDo 😊
You have the most beautiful nails!!
Thank you! 😊
You dropped so many little gems! Thank you :)
You’re welcome!!
Surely going to follow this tutorial step by step in my next mani. Iam new to gel nails as i recently bought the kit
Yay! Hope you enjoy doing your nails and get great results. I would love to see your nails, tag me @twoafterido or DM me with a photo :)
This actually makes so much sense since the tip of the nail is always first to chip away, if you make it stronger it'll take less time to come off, thanks for the tip even though I'm just seeing it a year later 👌
You’re welcome :) glad it was useful!
Thank you so much this video is so helpful. I have the red carpet gel manicure set and I watched another video that really just didn’t work so I came across yours watched it twice it worked wonderfully thank you so much!
Your welcome! I’m so glad it was helpful! I would love to see your nails! You can tag me on Instagram or DM me a picture @twoafterido
Ok so this was the first time so they aren’t great but your technique is definitely a game changer and I saw that right away. There are tutorials and then there are tutorials and with yours you just dropped so many gems, really really helpful. Some just show you how to polish nails. I don’t need help polishing my nails I basically needed to know how to make this manicure, and the product work for me and you provided that so once again, thank you so much and when I do it again I promise it’ll be much better- it won’t be 10 o’clock at night and I’m barely awake lol and I’ll be sure to reach out to you on IG.😀
Thanks so much! That means a lot and you are so kind! No worries I totally get it! Practice makes perfect so just keep going and whenever you want to share them I would be happy to see! Good luck!
Thank you, will try as soon as I get my mail kit! I'm excited, fingers crossed!
Awesome! Excited for you! I would love to see your nails when you end up doing them. Tag me on Instagram or DM me @twoafterido
If I could give this stars it would be all 5! This is the BEST tutorial for beginners. So helpful! Question: is the consistency of gel polish the same as regular polish or thicker? Lastly, you have absolutely beautiful nails!
Thank you! I’m so glad it’s helpful that’s the goal!! You’re too kind. I would say gel polish is very similar to a regular nail polish consistency but it never dries so you can repeat the same stroke a few times to get it nice and even and not worry about it getting sticky/bubbly/patchy like regular polish since it starts to dry instantly. Hope this makes sense!
It really depends on the brand. Some are thin, some are thick, just like regular polish varies between brands.
I recommend capping the free edge on the base coat too 😊
thanks! thats a great idea!
What does that mean?
@@rondas7772 @Ronda S Capping the free edge means applying polish to the very edge of your nail where you would cut it. Its the edge that is exposed, if you watch my video I show it when I paint the black polish on my nail at around 12:03. Hope this helps!
Thank you I really learned a lot by watching it. You explained everything really good!👌
Awesome thats great to hear! Thank you!
Beautiful! You have super pretty natural nails
Thank you!
My nails are very fragile and hate nail polish so I’ve been considering gel as a good way to protect them. This video was so helpful!
Awesome! Yes it definitely helps me grow my nails longer than if I just had regular nail polish on. I am glad you found this video helpful!
Same here. Sadly every gel manicure i ever had lasts only a few days and then I can peel it off like a sticker
Oh no that shouldn’t be happening! I think your nails are probably not being prepped properly so the gel is not adhering to your nail like it should. Gel should last much longer than that. Let me know if you try the steps in this video and if it made a difference :) I would love to see your nails.
Girl, you have saved my sanity. I have been trying to do this for over ten years. I bought a kit and threw it away. I just got another big kit for my birthday. I was getting ready to sell it. I didn't know that after I cured the base coat under the lamp that it would still be tacky/wet. I was ready to sell all 30 of my gel polishes and the lamp. I'm going in again. Wish me luck.
Haha yess your welcome! So many people try touching the base coat after they cure it to see if it worked lol it’s totally normal for it to be sticky! In fact that’s what you want so the next later adheres to it :) good luck and I would love to see your nails when you’re done! Tag me or send me a phone @twoafterido on all social media platforms :)
Great job! Very well explained 👍
Thank you! I’m glad you found this helpful :) thanks for commenting!
Thank you for looking out for folks with thin nails!
You’re welcome!
I really like this video, it's my first time in your channel! Thanks for share it! I would try it. Greetings from Puerto Rico.
Thank you! I’m so glad you liked it. Please tag me in a pic of your nails on Instagram I would love to see them! It’s @twoafterido 🥰
You do such a great job at explaining every step 😊
Thank you! I am glad you found it easy to follow :) that was the main goal!
Love the close ups love it
❤ easy to follow specially for beginners
Thank you!!
That's a good trick adding more product to the end
Thanks!
You have to seal Stickers with your base Gel. And After It - Top gel. So, It will Stay there for a month.
Oo interesting, I have never tried this. Thanks!
I'm definitely going to invest in these products. I literally just paid $30.40 for everything you just did at home (which I find to be quite expensive for polish with out fake nails added . Including the fact that the salon work only lasts about a week give or take a couple days. I believe I can do this myself and save money.
Yes! Honesty it pays for it self after 2-3 times of use. Also your salon polish should last way more than 1 week! You can definitely do this better at home :) I would love to see your nails when you try it, tag me @twoafterido on social media or DM me!
Hi there. Greetings from South Africa. Have to compliment u on your patience and replying to every question and individual. Not everyone reply to questions from subscribers. Thank you once again. I stumbled upon your tutorial n it's just what I needed. 👌🤝🥰
Hello! Thanks so much! I definitely love replying to my comments, I’m also so good this video was helpful for you!
this is sooo good.. I learned so much!! Thank you!
Thank you! I am so glad it was helpful! Send me a pic of your nails if you try it out! I would love to see them. My Instagram is @twoafterido
Hey hands and nails are STUNNING. You should be a hand model. Great info on gel nail polish removal and reapply
Wow thanks! I am actually very self conscious on my hands! So kind of you! Also glad the gel instructions were helpful!
@@TwoAfterIDo Ohhh NO, don't be self conscious...just STUNNING.....EVERY color you've used had complimented your complexion....
Thank you! 🥰
These are the BEST tips ever I have to hit that red button. I have EVERYTHING you have and still learning to work it. SO this helped a lot. Can you do a video on how to trim the cuticles?🥺🥺 I don't know how to use the tool. But great video and beautiful nails!
Thank you so much! Your comment is so sweet and thanks for the support! I will put the cuticle tutorial on my list of todo’s and get it up on my channel as soon as I can! Keep an eye out for it!
@@TwoAfterIDo Ok I will! Love you're content. All so wonderful!
Thank you! Tag me on Instagram when you do your nails I would love to see them!
@@TwoAfterIDo Ok wonderful! One day you will be one of the BIGGEST CZcamsrs! So I will be waiting her until you do. Stay safe and all prayers will come ❤
Thank you so much! Those are such kind words and the support is amazing! That is goal! ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing!! I needed a good tutorial!
Your welcome! Thanks for commenting and I’m glad this was helpful! I have a nails playlist on my channel that you might like as well :)
Prettiest nail beds ever!!! Thank you great video!!
Thank you! I’m glad you liked the video! :)
I also recommend capping the free edge before you apply the gel polish the first or second time so that it’s not bulky! It rlly helps 🙌🏼
Thanks! I’ll try that!
What do you mean by capping?
Capping is what I do near the end of the video with the clear top coat, basically applying it to the free edge of your nail.
@@TwoAfterIDo okay thanks I'll watch again
My nails grow extremely fast and I ain’t gonna break the bank going to the salon every week so I’ve just ordered a gel polish starter kit from beetle gel. Looking forward to trying these tips! Never done my own gel nails before. Wish me luck!
Nice! Yes, you can save so much money doing your nails at home. Good luck! I’d love to see your nails when you try it out, you can tag me on Instagram @twoafterido or dm me a pic!
@@TwoAfterIDo I just did a gel polish for the time yesterday at the salon,but I was wondering is there any side effect to using the UV on the hands because I am planning on getting my kits and do at home . Way too expensive at the salon ☺️
Nice! Yes so a UV light does have UV rays but if you want to protect your skin you can use sunscreen on the back of your hands before your manicure or you can wear gloves with the finger tips cut off so your skin is protected in the lamp! Hope this helps :)
Thank you so much. I have all the stuff just didn't know what to do with it! I hope to get better with practice and hopefully mine looks as good as yours in time! Thanks so much ❤
Of course! Im so glad this video was helpful! Thanks for commenting:)
This is the best DYI ever. Definitely trying this technique. Thanks a million
Wow thank you so much! I would love to see your nails if you try it out! You can send me a pic or tag me on Instagram @twoafterido :) thanks for commenting ☺️
@@TwoAfterIDo i will definitely will tag you on insta. 😊
Great! Can’t wait to see!
So good!! 😍👍🏻 Love the in depth tips!! I use hand sanitizer to dry out my nails too! 😆
Thank you! I am glad you found it useful :D Also thank you for not making me feel crazy for using sanitizer 😂
I don't use sanitizer because it doesn't only contain alcohol, which evaporates completely, but also other ingredients that don't evaporate and will stay on your nails, preventing the products from properly sticking to the nail. I buy pure alcohol and use that both as a sanitizer and as a cleanser for my nails
Thanks! Good to know! I haven’t used sanitizer to ever prep my nails but only to clean off the top. I can imagine there would be issues if using it for prep!
i love gel nails cause my polish always chips and my nails are so thin, but i don’t wanna spend sm money on a mani every couple of weeks 😭 ty for this video!! also side tip for anybody wanting nail oil for cheap: jojoba oil is one of the best oils you can use! i get a small bottle from trader joe’s and use it on nails + hair. i’ve had it for over a year and haven’t run out yet! u can also buy refillable nail oil syringes for cheap on amazon. i have three that i keep in my purse, bedside, and in my travel bag. none have run out and ive been using them for about 6 months (:
Your welcome! I’d love to see your nails if you end up trying this at home! Thanks for the tip on the jojoba oil :)
Also enjoyed the way you used the gel polish to strengthen the ends of the nail. Looking forward to doing my own gel nails. Of course with your help!
Thank you! I’m glad the tutorial was useful!
Thank u I have considered doing my gel nails at home this really helped me for my first time just waiting for my package to come
Amazing! I’m glad I could help :)
Pro tip: before you start everything, get the color and shake it for a good 20-30 seconds to make sure its thoroughly mixed. And then by the time you are ready to polish all the air bubbles have risen to the top.
I thought you did a really good job explaining the steps. But in the future... Shellac is a BRAND, not the product. Gel polish is what you're applying. Shellac was the very first brand of gel polish invented back in 2010 by CND (creative nail design)
Thanks for the tip! I’ll try to remember shaking the polish next time! Also thanks for clarifying the shellac/gel definitions! I always get confused. I guess it’s like calling all tissues Kleenex! The brand just took over the product name 😅
Very informative thank you! So much because I had no idea
My bestie spends 60$ every week to get nails done. I cant afford that. I dont work as I am on hopsice/palliative care and mostly on the couch. I do my own hair(color and streak)(my fiancée helps me). Even tho i am sick, i still like to look nice.
I am grateful for all the info you have given me. I am going to see if you have a video for true beginners.
One question? Can i use the gel polish for my toenails too?
I absolutely understand and that is a lot of money to commit! I love helping people like your self save money and gain the confidence to do these things for ourselves! I admire your passion and commitment to making yourself feel beautiful no matter what and applaud you for choosing YOU! I have a video on essentials for beginners which goes over tools you need vs things you can skip so that should be helpful as well and yes you can absolutely use gel polish on your toenails! I hope you enjoying doing gel nails and on a personal note, I wish you the best and thank you for sharing your story ❤️
I never tried. This time I will and do it myself with your tutorial.
Thank you.
You’re welcome! I would love to see your nails, tag me on social media @twoafterido or DM me :)
Beautiful job I just love your nails Thanks for sharing
Thank you! Glad you liked it :)
This is called capping the free edge 😁👍
Thanks!! Yess! Love it!