Not bad for my SECOND time 💅 #nails #gelx #beauty #gelnails

[Linah]

Yess etch the underside just for insurance and also dehydrating and primer makes them last even longer <3

[GorgeouslyGruesomeSFX]

if they're foggy underneath halfway up like where the natural nail bed would be you don't need to etch them as they're pre-etched for you. you can also pre etch with primer on the under side of the nail just where your nail bed goes...since the drill might be too hard on that length. but yes dehydrator primer & a base gel to protect your natural nails all help with the adhesion process. also careful as the nails are soft gel they may shrink in the lamp

[Pasteyes]

“Ooo, this one is crooked, oh well” my energy 😂 love you❤!

[mollycatrin]

i bit my nails from the age of like 6 to 22, im now 24 and it’s the best habit i ever broke. having long pretty painted nails feels so much more like me, i love it.

[alechaf]

GOOD FOR YOU PATRICK! I'm so impressed. I'm also so frickin happy to see you using the "less expensive" brands. This video just made me so happy. Not to mention you did a WONDERFUL job! ❤

[bohobellenails]

Yess boo! Licensed Nail tech here to answer your question 😂 if the underneath is already prepped (you can buy like that) they will be matte on the side that you attach to your nail plate. If they aren’t prepped (like the ones you had) you do want to efile the inside with something like a sanding band aka arbor band or a diamond bit, just enough to remove the shine and give it some roughness so the gel holds. Gel doesn’t like to stick to shiny surfaces. I hope this helps and if you’re ever in Orlando I’d loveeee to slay your nails ❤

[revoniakeel]

As someone who has bad anxiety and is a nail biter because of it, your nail videos help me feel less insecure😭

[chlolunaa]

I literally love how Patrick keeps learning 😭

[chrispbacon]

Yesss I do my own nails too and with every try we will get better 😇 if you want to practice on your nails a lot check out the jello jello peel off base and remover. It makes removing so much easier even with gel x on! ☺️

[Interesting.Factor]

Doing nails came so naturally for me..I love doing them just for fun on my mom, stepmom, granny and sister!! Definitely a money saver and an amazing hobby

[hhhpsml]

No bc why are you so gorgeous ❤ YOU ATE THAT UP

[Charbear]

Girl it looks so good I love that color

[neynahnehnah]

If you chew go for acrylic, but it is difficult. If you want to grow them naturally laminate them witj builder gel. But! It is sof if you can't stop chewing. Hard gel and solid gel can be better. Don't forget cuticul rose oil.❤

[darylbutterworth]

If you prep the false nail using a brush with acetone on it, it will do a way better job then filing plus no powder x

[avonlifeangel]

Would luv a full how to video…. I just recently started to play with poly gel and I work with a lot of boxes and heavy items an I feel there more durable then gel x

[DANYDANYDANY...]

You know what would make you more obsessed? If you mixed your own nail/cuticle oils. When I started doing that it was *chef's kiss*. I got my recipe/how-to from simply nailogical

[nyxkaine]

Glad I’m not the only one who loves my nails short.

[cailaalexander]

some tips as someone who does gel x, acrylics and dip: wash your hands before and after!! make sure to prep your natural nails. 100% acetone or rubbing alcohol will be your best friend for dehydration. DEHYDRATE NAILS BEFORE APPLYING TIPS!!! make sure there’s no dust on the nails before applying tips as it will cause lifting. 100% acetone soaks off the nails, just make sure to remove the top layer of polish!! hope this helps some :)

[madeline]

I think if they're pre etched you can skip the prep on the tips

[virginiaraine]

Loved how natural but then protected and elevated these are! And you are a pro girl