how i grew my natural nails long || gel nails at home + tips & tricks for strong, healthy nails!

hey besties! 2023 is our year to stop spending money at nail salons and learn how to do our own nails at home 💅🏼 here's everything i've learned for doing my own nails at home!
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[vondra]

I became ill, (diabetes and heart disease, ) and had to start using Splenda shakes several times a day. After a month of two 13gram protein shakes a day, my nails are like stainless steel! And they are thick and healthy all the way down the nail bed and to the cuticle.

[RealMexFoodShouldntGiveUDrrhea]

Thanks for these tips! I’ve been learning to do my own nails (gel, rubber base, and hybrid gel) at home since the pandemic. My first foray into manicures left my nails so brittle I was disappointed and annoyed because I used to have thick strong nails and ended up weak. But then I learned it was my method and I needed practice. And you’re so right about diet. I began skipping meals regularly and noticed my nails didn’t grow as fast and my hair fell in clumps. Nails are back to regular but my hair isn’t 🥲

[lovepink]

You are speaking my language about the nail biting thing. Anxiety is a real thing. Can’t wait to try these tips! ❤️😻

[Batty_]

Honestly a great thing to do, especially if you're a nail biter and your nails are naturally thin, paint your nails like all the time. Keep them painted. Use gel polish or a gel like polish because the color lasts longer on your nails and acts as a temporary hard base to make your nails a bit harder/stiffer. It'll also help remind you not to bite or tare your nails off. And also take daily vitamins. Eat more fresh fruits and veggies. That is also important. And invest in cuticle oils.

[dgiselle]

just bought the OPI nail strengthner, started working in less than 3 days! thank u thank u

[Jaragreene]

I started growing out my natural nails as well due to a gel allergy I developed from not realizing i was under curing my gel x dupes. I was also a nail biter & was so sick of the habit. I felt gross and embarrassed and I feel like I was over it after 17 years of biting I just quit cold turkey. It gets way easier the longer the nail gets.

[Jackiedevice]

Love how you said don’t be hard on yourself you’re learning.. often it seems like these YouTubers just learn things overnight bc they have the tools and it’s very discouraging 🥹

[shivanidubey]

thank you for the tips! I liked how you explained things in a simple and clear manner! can connect with you wrt the nail biting and chipping thing! Will try these tips for sure

[jordanbeau]

For the science question asked in the video: Supplements only work if your deficiant. Taking more than recommended will either be peed out or will actually have the opposite affect. The reason why there is a myth about supplementa is actually due to prenatals! We use to think prenatals may help hair and nail growth, but we found out it was actually the estrogen produced while pregnant. There are aome hormones out there that *potentially* could help (such as rogain for hair). But for that youd have to ask a doctor

[jasminehunt-silva]

I love the tutorials in the tutorial, so helpful ❤❤

[calicola]

Girl, I feel ya on all of this! Especially nail biting. Luckily, I also stopped this 2023, and now I can proudly say that I am no longer a nail biter hehe, I no longer find myself trying to unconsciously bite it lmao. If I do, I take a stop and appreciate my (now) long nails and feel proud, seeing it with acrylics/press ons hahaha. Thanks for the tips! Been experimenting with how to take care of my nails now that I have them longer. :)

[dakotafields]

can you do a video on how you organize your bag with your nail supplies?

[debanjanabhattacharjee]

Watching this while biting my nails...💕

[HollySmith-ho]

I have the nail aid nail strengthner and it works so good. I'm on day 13 of not picking my nails there was no white on my nails but now they have got so long! ❤

[dgiselle]

boom! you always know what to post at the best times ugh!

[monicagarcia]

This is a helpful video and very motivating!! Where did you get your bag to store all your nail stuff in? That thing is cool!!

[ilovecows]

could you also do a video on how you used the SNS dipping powder?

[Kimcr]

My nails have always been like how yours were at first and I made it the goal this year to grow out my own nails cause I graduate college this May soooo I’m trying to make my nails look cute. SOO happy you made this video🤍

[vidaariaz]

love your channel! definitely going to try growing out my nails! thanks for the tips.

[shugar]

I have paper thin nails... Like actually, they are thinner than paper. You can see through them and they bend completely in any direction, I can fold them into a 90° angle 😂 (I have a chronic illness)
healthy diet is key for strengthening, but it takes months for a healthy diet and nutrients to actually affect your nails/skin/hair. Need to be consistent for 3+ months, and then stay consistent afterwards to keep results. Keep in mind that genetics, diet, health, and life style affect your nails/skin/hair, and so some things you may not be able to change. Water is nails enemy, never shower with bare nails! Water makes your nails and hair extremely fragile and prone to breakage and damage.