Do's and Don'ts of Gel Polish Application

In today’s video, Melissa DeLaCruz troubleshoots all the potential problems that can occur during prep, application, and curing when you’re doing a gel polish service.

Products Used:
Rose Gold Magic Wand

E-FIle

Steel Sanding Mandrel

Medium Sanding Bands

Swipe

Protein Bond

ManiQ Base

Cheeky

ManiQ Top

Gloss Gel

ManiQ Cleanser

**Content of Video**
00:00​ - Intro
00:50​ - Prep
03:54 - Base Coat
08:02 - Gel Polish
20:27 - Top Coat
23:05 - Cleanse, File, & Oil

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“How do two brothers get into the nail care business?” This is the single most common question people ask us. There’s a long and rocky version but we’ll give you the short one. We have our fearless and unconventional mother, Young Salo, to thank. With a single-minded entrepreneurial spirit, she decided to start her own business at the age of 49. She had a passion for the nail industry and we did everything in our power to support her. In the end, this is a family business.

Greg, the older brother, became a licensed nail technician after switching gears from fire fighter’s training. He is energy personified and has a true passion for developing the best professional nail care products and education. Habib is the younger brother. He jumped in a few years later; taking a detour from medical school and a life in music. He brings his own creative mind for business, marketing and strategy. Unexpectedly, we are a perfect team.

Today, more than 20 years later, Young Nails Inc., is a professional nail care manufacturing company exporting to over 40 countries worldwide and distributing domestically to over 3000 stores. We’re respected for our next-level product innovation and education. Our mission is to bring you the best quality products and we’ll show you how to use them with incredible results. It’s really that simple.

Welcome to the Young Nails family!

[kimtraaan]

The way you talk is so comforting. There’s something about your demeanor. I don’t know how to explain it other than I don’t feel like you’re being condescending. You’re genuinely teaching in a kind and gentle way that makes me feel like I could ask you for help and be completely comfortable and safe…and not just for nails! I just want to hug you!

[eboneetigress]

I'm not a nail technician but I can see the flaws pointed out. Now I can be a better consumer when looking for a salon or doing my own polish at home! Thank you!

[kathytarman]

Great video. You always cover the problems most don’t cover. It’s the problem that no one else thinks about. You are amazing. Thank you so much.

[Joy.C.M]

I’m venturing into gel as a complete gel polish virgin, this was so useful. Simple things that could go unnoticed but will make a difference. It really shows what a different animal gel is to regular polish.

[mingmingchinching]

Shes a really good teacher, I have ADHD and trust me I always clock out but she kept my attention. Glad I could learn from her! I will be doing nails on myself but hopefully it can finally look good with what ive learnt here haha.

[victoriapetrone]

Thank you, you gave me more tips in 25 minutes than working 5 months at a nail salon 💅

[MaceyPutnam-hdic]

I’ve been attempting acrylics / gel polish at home for months now and literally 99% of the “don’t” things you covered in this video I have been doing and could never understand why my polish would run, my thumbs always peeled first (and way before any of the other nails) I could go on and on…!! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video; you explained things so well.

[tinab]

I'm that client with the really deep sidewalls lol, one nail at a time for me. I'm glad Melissa said that about capping the free edge. It always destroys the shape and I personally haven't found it necessary with YN products.

[beth]

I love your videos, I’m training at the moment, but I’ve learned more from watching your videos than I have on my course. The pricing, acrylic application, gel, easy designs, picking up beads, form placement. Thank you for all of your videos, and they’re all free.

[Fartoad]

It's so crazy. It's almost like you guys knew that I was up til two am last night doing my nails. I was sitting down to do my other hand right as you uploaded this. I am a cosmetologist and I love your videos and how in depth they are with all the different angles and tips for success. I haven't really been taught all that much when it comes to enhancements before coming across your channel/brand. Thank you so much for helping me understand all these details. Education is power and speaks so highly about your passion that you guys are giving this information away for free. I have completed my manicure and it feels 100 times more secure and smooth since watching this.

[unsaintedbeauty]

That tip with the nippers getting stuff out of the polish! Way easier than me trying to chase that little lint bugger around with the bristles🤣🤣🤣

[alluring_alchemy]

It genuinely always warms my heart to see nail artists with only one hand done lol ❤ like same 😆👋

[kezza]

The instructions with my kit literally said to buff the nail as prep - no wonder I was struggling so much with chipping and peeling!! Thank you so much for this video, perfect timing!

[teresagould]

I love ❤ your channel. As a 49 year old really wanting to master doing my own nails correctly, I love the way you’re teaching. Subscribed and addicted lol 😝 xxxx

[lynneericamurphy]

wow, as a learner in the UK and about to give up on tips I really found this amazing. I love watching all of your tutorials but am petrified of forms and haven't tried because of the fear, yet I know you love them and make it look so easy so thank you.❤❤

[grammiesgottabbgun]

Thank you so much for the clear, complete, no frills, facts only video!
I especially appreciate your videos because I went to school for this way back in the day thinking they were honest with their "lifetime brushup classes" and they sold out when I went back.I was told that I would have to pay for the entire course again!
Ladies, beware of false promises from cosmetology schools!
Bless your heart!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
❤

[marthagarcia]

This video just solved all my problems. Been training myself on how to do my own gels. You are amazing. Thank you, thank you thank you.

[laurenh]

I'm just doing my nails at home so I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to talk through and demonstrate everything, including exact motions, for how not to flood cuticles, how not to get big drips on the nail tips, etc. I'd picked up on some of these myself but I just really appreciated your thorough explanations. That tip about the thumb is lifesaving!! Thank you so much for this video, super helpful

[ericajaye]

I have an "a-ha" moment with every one of these videos!

[martakrivokapic]

OMG! That color is EVERYTHING!!! It looks so creamy, pigmented. No brush marks remain 😍