Step-by-Step Gel Manicure AT-HOME! // SAVE TIME & $$!

Finally sharing a proper DIY Gel manicure video! Talking about my favorite products, polishes, and sharing a few of my tips to help you learn how to do the perfect gel manicurea at home! ENJOY! XO

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[toniicakes]

went back to gel recently after having a nightmare working with builder gel. in all honesty, it was my mistake as I was really impatient with the removal. my nails were paper thin, super sensitive and sore, and looked really rough. now that my nails are back to normal, I’m growing them out with just good old normal gel again. thanks for this!

[mrskaa]

The easiest way (IMO obviously) is to use a rubber base to protect your natural nails. After the initial application, you don't have to remove all of it, you leave a thin layer to protect your nails.
There are 2 ways I do it, the first is just removing color because I get bored with it. I use a carbide bit to remove the color only, then I use a hand file to smooth the remaining rubber base. Then use a flame bit to gently lift the proximal nail fold to remove any rubber base or cuticle from that area and also the side walls. After cleaning off dust and prepping with alcohol, I apply a very small amount of rubber base near that proximal nail fold like a tiny "fill" with a detail brush, then I apply my new color and top coat.
The second way I do about every 2-3 weeks, and it involves taking down that rubber base to check for lifting and then applying new layers. I use the carbide bit to remove color, then a sanding band to remove rubber base. Once I can see my real nail plate I switch to a strong hand file (100/180) and continue to thin it. I also shape my nails at that time. If it lifts at all, I find that rubber base lifts in tiny round patches that are easily filled and self level with the next application.

[ktb]

And now I know the exact colour to get for my wedding DIY wedding nails. Thanks Amanda ❤

[wordsbymaribeja]

I'vd just ordered a gel nail lamp and kit, I'm so excited so this video has been really helpful for me. I'll back again once the kit comes through and I need to do it!

[themelaninmariposa]

Love the tutorial! I love having my nails done but don’t like the price and how rough others can be with mine so I’m devoted to perfecting my own manicure now lol thank you for the video

[jessicafoster]

I'm finding the new builder gels many brands have, or BIAB, to be so good I don't ever have to buff the nail to prepare anymore! Something worth checking out. But I rarely do a full remove, just buff off the colour and some of the builder and fill in.

[katelyncyrankowski]

I switched to DND gel polish and it stays true to color and as shiny as the first day I did my nails. This is coming from an ER Catscan tech who is constantly washing her hands. I still love gelish but I feel like the top coat gets dull and the sanitizer changes the color.

[leopold]

Excellent video!! I really enjoyed that and you explain everything so wellAmanda! I have broken my ankle ( pirone and tibia ) was operated last week and I am sitting bored out of my mind ! Your youtube channel helps me get thru the day! Thankyou ❤️❤️❤️

[PCo]

Another excellent, informative and interesting video. What a beautiful manicure and color. Thanks!

[minyummm]

I've trying to do my mani for years now and I struggle with the gel, with the extensions

I gave it a try today (gel on natural nails) using your video and turned out som uch better

[lavanity]

Your nails look great! They've grown so much.

[raquelclass]

Thank you so much for sharing and teaching us 💅 👍

[angeleahrichard]

So beautiful! I just ordered that polish!!🤗

[debbiehenderson]

Love this informative video! This manicure looks amazing & is exactly how I love my nails to look! Ordered a few of your tools from Amazon so I will try this myself. I agree- salon does not turn out how I like nails to look New subbie- binge watching. 👄💄👄💄👄💜💜💜

[MzKinkyCurl]

Love this so much! I watch all your nail videos, buy all the products, but I do NOT even TRY to do my own nails 💅🏽 😂😂I’ll try it out!

[roserostami]

Thank you for your diy gel manicure. Now I want to order the base, gel, and the top coat. Please tell me how to get it. Take care

[karinabarragan]

I have a question? I am a beginner. The color layers have to fully dry? Or do they ever fully dry?

[Mae-abc]

Hi! So, im a teenager, and im trying to learn how to do gel manicures. Do i have to do things like trim my cuticles, and apply oils, and do the spray stuff at the end and things of that nature? Obviously, buff and shape the nails, i plan on learning to do gel polish on press-ons as well. But i was wondering if i could just push my cuticles back, buff and shape, and apply the foundation coat, and start painting, or does it require all the extras?

[kimberleychavelle]

Love the color! You look even more beautiful pregnant 🤰 I saw you on IG nd the bump is growing ❤

[nataliewhite]

Great video, beautiful nails!! How long do you cure each time? Does it depend on the polish or lamp or both? My manicures start lifting on the sides, maybe buffing as you did and I will pay more attention to avoid paint on the skin or cuticles! Do you know if these products can be purchased in store? Would love to do my nails today!! Thanks so much!!❤