3 weeks of OPI Repair Mode. Did it fix 99% of keratin bonds?

[@Mony0425]

Thank you both for taking us on this journey. Very informative. I know as the client she very patient and holding out not to put polish on them. Anna , your channel stands out from many and appreciate you so much!

[@terrifendi]

I love nail transformations. It’s the reason I found you, restored my damaged nails, and am still here many months later. I do still have ridges but I’m almost 64 years old and so are my nails 😊 I use the product before each manicure.

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

Same here! Sometimes age is insurmountable 😎

[@dianaplesner9478]

This is essentially my nails! It’s driving me nuts not having polish on my nails but i’m following your advice and keeping them natural and doing oil soaks and have cuticle oil everywhere including my desk, kitchen sink and purse and apply after each hand wash. I just ordered this OPI and hopeful this helps as well!! Love you Anna!!! ❤ 💅

[@gabindalin7914]

I think the Repair Mode exceeded my expectations. I find it to be almost as effective as IBX for my peeling, weak nails. I do all the oiling after washing, glove wearing, weekly oil soaks, etc., and I think that Repair Mode while I have polish off overnight is making a big difference. My peeling is pretty much confined at this point to the index and middle fingers of my dominant hand. It may not sound like much, but a year ago all 10 nails were peeling and flaking apart and had been doing so for years.

[@lindam9018]

I think this is a great product, as long as you understand what it does, use it properly, and are moisturizing your hands and nails regularly. If you don't do those things, you will probably think this one product will fix all your nail problems and you will be disappointed.

[@TheSalonLife]

If I could ❤️ your comment multiple times I would. 100% correct! Nothing is a miracle. Nails and skin need good, gentle, consistent care. These products help but they won’t help if the skin is not cared for and the nails are abused.

[@Mayhem7749]

I had horribly peeling nails for YEARS, I thought it was a symptom of a deficiency or underlying health issue and had a bunch of blood testing done and couldn't find a cause. Then I found your channel and I started using jojoba oil. It helped a lot but my index and middle fingernails started off so bad and weren't improving as much as the others - the peeling "flaps" of nail would keep getting lifted and the peel would travel up the nail. I added in the OPI Repair Mode and found that after using it for a while, the peeling stopped travelling. I was finally able to grow the damage out and now the peeling has completely stopped. I think the OPI treatment helped keep the layers together a bit more than just the oil, like tacking down the fraying edge of fabric to keep the fray from travelling up.

[@TheSalonLife]

The best way to find out if it’s some kind of vitamin deficiency is to look at the toenails if they are untreated with nail polish. If they are peeling or breaking then maybe. 99.9% they are fine. So the peeling and breaking on the hands is due to something external.

[@SnehaSamuel26]

@@TheSalonLife Anna so my first toe nail (the big one) always peels off. The free edge. What deficient do u think it is? And I’m having it since childhood. Now I’m 34. And I also noticed my daughter has it too. It’s just the big toe nail.

[@lavieenlavande]

Thank you and your client again for another update! I really appreciate both of your patience and care. I have had great results with the product, so guessing maybe it’s just not something that works for some people for a variety of reasons 🤷🏻‍♀️ I looked at the instruction leaflet for my OPI repair mode and this is what it advises: “Treatment for bare nails: Apply 2 times a day on bare nails for 6 days for maximum efficacy. Treatment for polished nails: Apply 2 coats to bare nail before color (Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine, Gelcolor, or Nail Envy), then follow with a single coat daily to new nail growth to strengthen from within and protect nail from the effect of daily living.”

[@sandijsmith8295]

I’ve been very pleased with the results using Repair Mode. Although not sure if it’s the product alone or the whole routine of no polish, using oil and lotion after hand washing along with weekly oil soaks. I finally put gel on after 4 weeks - it looks amazing! It’s still looking great after 10 days where it would usually be lifting by now. Thank you for all the great content!

[@KatNicholson]

congrats! I hope you see an improved resistance to the damage when removing it too

[@TheSalonLife]

This client used OPI Repair Mode week 1: 2 x a day week 2: 2 x a day week 3: every 3 days She also used almond oil few times a day and did a warm oil soak. Watch the previous videos: ➡ how it started kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZTIn2SGd7t7fpY ➡ after 7 days kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ6nmoR7g5d8bsk ➡ after 14 days kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWbVnpaJZZubf80 For this dry manicure I used: Soft Touch 120/240 Blue Emery Boards bit.ly/3HfKWt8 Soft Touch Yellow Blocks 240 bit.ly/3TUvsCv Erica's Small Tapered Barrel (medium) bit.ly/2PgnlRg (TSL10 code for 10% off) OPI Repair Mode bit.ly/3AVdjJY (use code: TSL10 for 10% off) OPI Repair Mode (Amazon) amzn.to/3Mbx4lW OPI Repair Mode UK bit.ly/41Bcvqd

[@dianneporter542]

I love watching these updates for this client. Her nails are looking good. I could watch you doing manicures all day! Thank you!

[@melissaharris3495]

I gotta say, you’re awesome. I’ve enjoyed your channel so much, please never stop! You are a one of a kind talent that is able to teach and do with relatability and honestly. Well done.

[@TheSalonLife]

Oh gosh, thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️

[@jenniferholton7527]

I'm almost 3 weeks in using Repair Mode after gel damage. To your point about ridges, I naturally have deep vertical ridges, much of which were smoothed out due to damage (loss of layers). With Repair Mode, it seems the ridges are recovering (coming back with a vengeance). My nails are stronger. Notably, I have several nails that split along a ridgeline as they grow out. My right thumb actually splits starting halfway up the nail bed, well into the quick (the reason I started using gel was to hold that together and protect it, because it would catch on things and rip the nail up). This seems to have disappeared with Repair Mode (I wish I'd thought to take before/after photos). I can't tell if the splits on the others are better, because I'm keeping those nails shorter than where the splits appear. The more superficial gel damage is gone, and the worse areas look much better than before. I tend to get a fairly thick hyponychium. I feel like the hyponychium sticks more to the underside of the nail than it did before... Not sure if Repair Mode is increasing bonds between the nail and hyponychium? If it is, perhaps that is just due to how thin they are at the tip right now (more Repair Mode penetrates completely thru to the skin underneath?) and will resolve as healthier nail grows out. So far, I'm a fan. It works better than I expected.

[@fionajammaster]

Loved watching these videos and seeing the progress. Thank you both for sharing the journey with us 🥰🥰

[@mmmstitch]

I’m on day 7 of using Repair Mode, and I’m very happy with the progress. My nails look better, not perfect, but definitely better. I’m continuing to use it twice a day for now to see how much more progress I can make. I bought the product after seeing your first video with your client. Definitely interested in following the journey.

[@alwaysxasianxmusic]

Last year I ruined my nails with gel because I got bored easily with the same color resulting in changing the color every week or so. I decided to take January 2024 to reset my nail and used this product. For 7 days I used it twice a day then once a day at night for the rest of the month. I also used jojoba oil everyday (2-3x) along with the Repair Mode. I would do a simple dry manicure with glass tools every week (thank you for all the helpful tips! :)) and I believe the OPI Repair Mode did help improve my nails. I’m also trying to rid my habit tic deformity (thank you for that video too!) so the January reset, Repair Mode, jojoba oil, and not wearing polish helped. I still have a long way to go to get rid of the habit tic deformity but in general, I’m slowly learning more about how to use gel polish properly with proper prep, tools, and high-quality polish in order to keep them on for 3-4 weeks.

[@marinaalba1707]

I appreciate this series of videos very much. I’ve been following along with you and your client since I’m in the same journey. My nails were a bit better than your client’s when I started off so two weeks might be the ideal span for me. I’m about to start my second week using the product twice daily. So far, I think it is helping, the surface of the nails has improved, it feels and looks smoother and the nails look healthier and beautiful. I’ve been doing my usual warm oil soaks once a week, keeping the nails short and using the oil and cream on the skin around the nails regularlly so surely that also helps a lot. Do I think this product is a miracle? No, but if you are consistent and follow all the other advice that Anna provides, it can help repair surface damage. Thank you Anna for all the informative videos and your professional advice! ❤

[@Maeldeis]

I like Repair Mode more than I thought I would, honestly. I do feel it "builds up" in/on the nailplate if you "overuse" it in one day. (I applied it 6 times a day for a week and there was a different texture when I rubbed my nails, not a bad feeling, just different, but went away after stopping tretament and washing hands etc) I finished my bottle (actually half of it was lost when the bottle fell over 😢) but I would purchase again.

[@TheSalonLife]

I agree, the surface feels a bit rubbery or almost sticky no?

[@mimvlog3236]

@@TheSalonLife yes agree with you and @nail_rituals - there is def build up when using Repair Mode too much in one day. I limit my use to 2X a day now so that I can avoid that weird feeling.

[@GinaStanyerBooks]

My nails are strong and healthy, but have gotten very very ridgey as I’ve aged. I’ve done a couple of manicures with just the DD base coat, transform, and top coat. It’s a really pretty finish and so far I haven’t noticed any surface damage.

[@AllisonMoon-SheWandersFeral]

do you oil soak, now?

[@88lilalola69]

I also had only positive things to say about OPIs repair mode. I used it as described and my nails showed major results. I still use it occasionally as I am doing a half year without nail polish, and so far I like my nails without any polish thanks to repair mode and daily oiling.

[@TheSalonLife]

Thanks for sharing!! Much appreciated!!

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

Loved watching this series. Thank you and your client for the very patient approach to nail repair.

[@maryselstead7554]

My nails are very similar and I had bought this treatment but gave up. Your journey has inspired me to try again with you and I am seeing some improvement as we continue. 😊

[@sherric7860]

I absolutely LOVE this series! I also appreciate that you frequently tell us not to use the e file on ourselves unless we are trained. I’ve seen plenty of photos on Fb of people who buy an e file and use it on themselves and have disastrous results. The nails are trashed and the living skin around the nails are bloody. Most of the time people use an e file because they are doing their own nail enhancements. (Another thing I don’t think people should do themselves.) My theory is they see videos of people using an e file and it doesn’t look, hard, so they figure they can do it. You, Anna, make it look easy, but we can’t see how little pressure you are using and you’ve been trained and have done it for decades. You also make polishing and not getting it on the skin look easy, but while I’ve improved a lot, I can’t not touch the skin despite watching countless videos of you polishing nails. I am very good at clean up, though. 😂 I am very interested in OPI Repair Mode, especially since I’ve had naked nails for almost three months. I’m afraid to try it due to how sensitive my skin and nails are despite my nails being dead. I won’t go into what my skin and nails have done as I am figuring you already know since I’ve droned on about the problems in the past. If I try something and my nails and/or skin react badly, it’s at least a 4-6 month growing a new nail recovery. If the skin is involved, the recovery could be even longer. I’ve had it take over a year to recover from a disaster. The client has very nice nails! There has been a big difference already. Thank you to her for allowing us to view her journey!!

[@tamaravarnado1207]

This is so helpful. I have massive damage on my nails from builder gel - which I actually think I’m allergic to. I’ve started weekly warm oil soaks, OPI repair mode daily and i moisturize my nails every time I wash my hands. I’m trying to find a manicurist in my area that knows what they’re doing… so they can help me with the process and let me know when I’m ready to start nail polish again. My opinion on the Opi repair mode, I think it works great. I’ve already seen improvement.

[@CherryBerry383]

thank you for updating, i love seeing how the clients nails are coming along

[@TheSalonLife]

You’re welcome 😊 Thank you for watching :))

[@guiduxa]

I am currently using OPI repair mode on my nails. They are recovering from using nail polish, done at a salon. I love painting my own nails so a few years ago I did a training with a nail technician so I could learn more and do it at home. Due to lack of time and motivation, and also because when I did my nails at home they didn't last more than a week, I started going a salon. As I watched your videos, I started to get excited and curious and I thought "maybe my nails didn't last because I didn't give them the time and care to fully recover". I am fascinated by the way you work, it's amazing! I tried CND shellac and it also didn't last, but now I am following your advice and I am motivated to fully recover them and then start to do "non agressive" manicure on myself. Thank you for your videos and explanations, a big hug from Portugal 😊

[@juliep9156]

This is exactly what my nails look like, cuticles as well. I have been following you for about 9 months or so and my cuticles have improved with the oiling and filing of dry skin. I do have a few nails that peel and have purchased the OPI Repair Mode. I removed my polish today ad will do a manicure tomorrow and apply it. Thank you for you information.

[@susanschultz1762]

It doesn't sound like this product would address my issue. My issue is serious ridges. For a while I did not buff my nails because I know buffing thins the nail. But the surface of my nails got so bad that you can see it through the nail polish. So now I buff when needed, but just very lightly, just enough to smooth the surface. I was very surprised to hear that wearing nail polish for two weeks is bad for the nails. I would have thought it was better because that means you use the harsh remover half as much. I plan to continue with every two weeks because of the time factor in doing the nails. I want to thank you, I have learned so much from you! I learned about the warm oil soak, about putting the polish on short of the cuticle and pushing it down, I learned that it's ok to file your nails in both directions (as opposed to one direction), and now I learned about buffing the tips of your nails. I've been doing my nails for literally over 50 years and I didn't know there was so much more to learn about nails! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! One last thing I wanted to share with your viewers. I've discovered Zoya. The thing I love about Zoya, besides the fact that it goes on really well, is that, if you go to their website, you can sort their nail polish by skin tone. So, my skin tone is cool, when I put on nail polish for cool skin tone the effect is WOW! I've replaced all my nail polish with Zoya cool tones and what a difference!!

[@TheSalonLife]

People (esp. the polish companies and many derms) love to talk about the "harsh removers". But the removers are not the cause for the surface damage, the polish is See this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaeafmOum69ogdU I do love Zoya's colors and their brushes but I still prefer Dazzle Dry. But it's really all about your needs. For me the no nitrocellulose and no nail yellowing is an important thing and so is the 5 min dry so my clients can put their shoes on right after a pedicure. They can't do that with Zoya.

[@dani23dani85]

Thank you for sharing this! I have similar issue!

[@iammisskriss]

I have very ridged, thin and weak nails. I used OPI Repair Mode for two weeks, twice a day. I also did the manicure as directed by Anna with weekly oil soaks. It has been 4 weeks and I am now able to grow them out longer without the side splits and they look lovely. Am polishing with Dazzle Dry System and applying Repair Mode daily on the new growth. Thank You Anna for all your info.

[@annastathopoulou7652]

Dear Anna, thank you so much for all you do! Could you please suggest an alternative to Dazzle Dry, since it is not available to order in Europe (in Greece at least)?

[@elisaastorino2881]

Zoya has some of the loveliest neutral shades.

[@eliseraifman4766]

I have not tried the OPI but have been using CND Rescue and have been following your terrific advise and my nails look so much nicer even without polish. Thanks Anna! Love this series!

[@margotchurchill5593]

I am liking the OPI RM. I don’t have bad,y damaged nails at this point, thanks to Kerasol on my skin and religious Jojoba oil use on my nails after every. Single. Hand wash. I’m using the OPI once a day, and have for 2 weeks. I did use polish for a week in between, and during that time, banged my problem thumb nail that likes to split. But this time there was NO SPLIT! I think it’s a combination of all your advice! I have ridges, but the surface seems more filled in and has a healthy sheen. Thank you!

[@SJ4Youtube]

I've been following this! So eager to see next time with these nails. Also, I've been binge watching so many of your videos and they have been so helpful. Love your channel! Also, watching your videos has become relaxing for me!

[@TheSalonLife]

Thanks so much 😊 Thank you for watching :))

[@jennmit66]

Really enjoying this series! It gives me encouragement. 🥰

[@kalalyn21]

Thanks sharing this journey. It’s been super educational for myself. I am currently on a natural nail repair journey. I just started using this in combination with nail envy. Removing every couple days then starting over.

[@TheSalonLife]

I’m not too crazy about Nail Envy. It’s just a clear nail polish. It used to contain formalin which was very effective. They now replaced it with something better sounding and way way less effective. If any. Nail polish in itself can damage the nails. I mean if you use it because you like the look, then for sure, use it. But if you think it will improve your nails then it won’t.

[@kalalyn21]

I’ve been using the bubble bath nail envy for a sheer coverage. I prefer the look, never used it long enough to see if it actually helps. Good to know about the formula change. I had no idea. Not a product I would repurchase if it’s not effective. Something I already when I purchased repair mode to try.

[@jenlambie14]

I'm on day 4 of my OPI treatment. Too early to tell. I'll be very interested to watch next week & get your & the client's takeaway from this product.

[@TheSalonLife]

The client likes it. She said that actually now having no polish does not bother her anymore because her nails feel nicer and she likes the clean, natural look :)

[@ileanamurias922]

I just started the OPI and have a question. It is absorbed immediately and leaves nails bare. My nails are awful with water, what can I do to protect them? This series has been great

[@bags_books_and_bowwows]

Your channel may be too good. I had a timing issue with covid and ended up with gel on for 4 weeks. When it came off, I had a nail lifting and some mild signs of damage on all the nails. I wash my hands a lot for my work, and I think trapped moisture is the root issue. I was thinking I would need a consultation with you, but after 10 days of naked nails (and the lifted nail trimmed as far as possible) and following your advice, my nails seem to be on the road to recovery. The oil soaks seem to make a big difference. I think my nails may do best with a 3 to 4 day limit on polish with an oil soak and "night off" in between. Thanks so much for your informative content.

[@Letsbeniceoutthere]

Thank you for your videos. I just subscribed. I just love your voice and watching you work. I find it relaxing. I have had weak breaking peeling nails my entire life. Fake nails look amazing, but my nails can’t hold them more than a couple months. Your cuticle oil recommendations have made a big difference. I’m 2 months in and I think I’m a month away from healthy tips. TY 💕

[@debrabuckley883]

I’m really enjoying watch this series, it’s very informative. Thank you Anna 😊

[@PrettyTigerlilly]

Saw this product in the store today, a bit steep at 35$, but if it works i would consider buying it. Very excited to see more videos from you on this product. Tysm for everything you share, my nails have never looked better!

[@TheSalonLife]

35$ is steep. Are you in Australia?

[@PrettyTigerlilly]

@@TheSalonLife I'm in Canada. Also, I finally got the Kerasal! It took almost 3 weeks to arrive (from Amazon) but I love it! You're amazing, I try and share your videos as much as possible to everyone I know. Hope you have a wonderful day.

[@TheSalonLife]

I always ordered Kerasal from iHerb in Canada. What store did you see the OPi Repair Mode?

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing my videos ❤️

[@PrettyTigerlilly]

@@TheSalonLife It's called Pharmaprix. It's a local pharmacy chain.

[@leamubiu]

I love following this journey. My nails are not bad at all now, but they’ve always been a sensitive point for me because I used to chew on them. I stopped half a lifetime ago, but there’s still consequences in the aftermath, so I’m constantly mindful of how they look and how I care for them. I always have a metal nail file on me (though TSA confiscated it before the flight home 😤 so I have to buy more) and hardly ever use nail clippers. Your videos have made me realize that now my nails are hard, but also somewhat brittle. Peeling or breaking has often been an issue. I doubt I need a specific product like this OPI care, but I want to increase their flexibility -I’ve bought some jojoba oil this week, have bottled it up for use at home and on the go (those soy sauce fish-shaped containers are perfect) and will start doing weekly warm soaks ^^ Also my bf’s mother took me to my first professional manicure in January, but I only needed minimal shaping and a nice nail polish…. The technician was fast but not so thorough, as I had to whip out my own nail file too buff out some straggly bits myself afterwards. It’s good to see what proper, conscientious work looks like :)

[@kimhagstrom3421]

I like this product very much. It’s helped keep the peeling of my nails from being as bad and kept my nails from staining if I do wear nail polish. I feel that it also reversed some staining I had.

[@amandahall4992]

I think I will try this OPI repair on my toenails, they get surface damage from polish some brands more than others. It doesn’t seem to affect my finger nails the same and it’s just started in the past few years. I now only wear polish on toenails for the warm summer months and give them a complete break from October to May.

[@TheSalonLife]

Which brands caused more damage and which less?

[@amandahall4992]

@@TheSalonLife I seem to be able to wear Nailberry, CND, Nails Inc, OPI and others on my nails without too much issue on my fingernails but my large toenail seems to react to any that is on for longer than a few weeks without a break. I can’t remember all brands that were an issue but Essie is one that causes the white part of my nails to look dry and like it’s blurring into the pink area difficult to describe. Basically I think it drys the nail out, toenails the damage is all over surface damage where white marks appear.

[@alexandrastuckert3018]

I followed this series and I really appreciate the time and work put into this from both of you 💓

[@jennarink]

Thank you do much for those videos! ❤ Your client is really lovely to agree to take us on this journey too! I have really bad damage from removing gel on my own 😢 My journey started 2 week ago and i am documenting it. I follow your advice and I am really looking foreward for the results- in a few months 😅 Love from Austria, Tiziana

[@jenniferlynn3537]

Back when I was working my way through college, one of my nails suffered this same kind of layered peeling. It was very very frustrating because nothing I tried - peeling the layer, buffing it to blend, or filing it short - got it to stop. Nothing. After 6 months of failed strategies, I FINALLY overcame the problem by: keeping my cuticles moisturized with a good hand cream, keeping my nails polished with an obscuring color (both for protection and to deter me from trying to “fix it”) - and just letting that split area grow out FULLY before clipping the peeling portion away, leaving only a completely healthy nail tip. It was a good lesson. I came to understand that by trying to file off or clip through a peeling portion of nail, I was only compromising the nail closer to the quick. Basically I’d been setting myself up for failure, because it’s the tip of your nails that take most abuse. Your client may be in the same situation - especially since it’s winter.

[@veroni1321]

I love all of your videos so much and have been going through so many, you truly are changing my nail health one video at a time. I am curious if you can make an updated video on all of the sheer pink/nude nail polishes that you like to use consistently on yourself as I would be really interested in knowing because I love the natural look of your nails in your videos :)

[@Ms.SthrnChrm2U]

Hi from Tennessee! I just wanted to say that I have learned so much from your videos (now, if I would only follow your advice…🤦🏻‍♀️). I am currently using OPI Repair Mode and it has completely transformed my nails. I used it as directed for about 4 days (that is as long as I could stand it without some color🙁), then I started putting two coats of Repair Mode, waiting 10 minutes, then adding base coat -wait 2 minutes, two coats of color - waiting 2 minutes between each, then top coat. I leave it for about 3 days, then repeat the process. I have kept my nails short to grow out the damage and it is almost all gone now. One or two more manis and it should be good. I also use Jojoba oil often and after every mani, and I found a lotion with Urea in it that. I use daily. My hands look much younger since I started using this lotion! Also, I wear gloves any time I need to be in water or chemicals for very long. I hope this helps others. I would say that YOUR WAY is best, but for those of us who have zero patience, there is still hope.😊

[@laurielou8870]

Hi thank you Anna! You are my nail care guru! Thanks to your client too for sharing her progress, it's looking better. I think the OPI Repair Mode is working, along with the weekly warm jojoba oil soak, for my thin peeling nails. Going with the flow, we woud use OPI Repair Mode as maintenance 1x day until all damage grows out, this is the new routine? I'm going to try that. I think people don't get that the damage isn't just on the ENDS but covers most of the nail. Damaged anywhere it was polished or had gels or buffed. The top protective layer is no longer intact. Nor do we get how frickin long it's going to take to grow a whole new healthy nail out, 4 to 6 months. Not two weeks. 😄💅🏻🖖🏼♥️

[@gwenadelstein]

Wonderful informative series TY to both you & your client for sharing this journey! Looking forward to seeing more progress 😊

[@karincooks]

I love OPI Repair Mode. Been using it for a few months. At first I was using too much of it but thanks to Anna’s videos saw how much to apply. I basically apply two “coats” each time I use it. I have it on Subscribe & Save on Amazon to save money. Small / weird comment - I wish the bottle wasn’t tall and thin. Always feel I’m going to knock it over. 🤪

[@bunnybaby8228]

started the opi repair mode journey today 🙏🏻

[@TheSalonLife]

Take pictures!!

[@kiwisocks]

Ms. Client's nail are getting more beautiful every video! Thank you and her for these educational video as well as live testing of the Nail Repair. (I kinda hope that the first week she can wear polish, she chooses something like a clear with sparkle to show off her hard work! 😊) I feel like negative comments I've read on the nail repair were people expecting something like the miracle of using olaplex once or twice on your damaged hair/disulphide bonds, not realizing that's like expecting it to get rid of your split ends. You mentioned using the Nail repair then soaking - if someone really wanted to do some overkill nail pampering, I assume the ISDIN nail pen would go last? Or does that not pair well with already having oiled?

[@M.I.R.K.A]

10:57 I 💯% confirm the damage done in the nail matrix by the electric file used at home by non-professionals.

[@KatNicholson]

His has been great to see, i think i am one of those people who just gets insta-damage with any nail polish & trying to find that balance between care & wear is tough! These videos gave been an important reminder to be patient & stick with it! i have some nitrocellulose free base coat (catrice, thanks for your recommendation) coming & i am just praying that will help, cos i really dont like the feel of my nails unpainted 😂 thanks to you both for these update vids 🙏

[@KatNicholson]

Oh and on repair mode i have only been using it for a couple of days but it does help with the texture of my nails, not as smooth as polish of course but better than nothing, and it definitely helps reduce the worst of the damage even in one application.

[@mimvlog3236]

Anna, I am curious your thoughts about Kerasal Multi-Purpose Nail Repair - it's in a bottle and sort of liquidy like the CND Rxxx and Repair Mode in consistency but seems marketed toward a solution for fungus and such...

[@TheSalonLife]

The fungus solution is a bit of a stretch. Notice how they say "improves the look of fungal nails" or something to that effect? quote: "improving the appearance of fingernails or toenails damaged by psoriasis, gel manicures, aging or fungus" I mean it might be effective but they can't claim it cures any disease because no cosmetic can claim this. Only medication can.

[@CancerWarrior23]

I am so pleased to find your channel after it was recommended via another channel 😊 For me, Nailtiques Formula 2 Nail Protein has helped my nails the most. I did stop using it and tried the OPI keratin treatment shown in the video, however, it felt weird on my nails and I did not see improvement. My question, and I’m hoping you see this and can answer it: I finished chemotherapy in July 2023 for breast cancer. My chemotherapy infusions destroyed my nails. Slowly, with using Nailtiques Formula 2 Nail Protein, jojoba oil soaks, jojoba oil massaged into my cuticles, CND cuticle oils and fragrance free lotion; I am seeing healthier nails. However, my cuticles are destroyed. Nothing is helping them and they are so dry, it is painful. You mention Kerasal (sp?) ointment in one of your comments. Is this something you would suggest in conjunction with jojoba oil massaged in several times a day?

[@AllisonMoon-SheWandersFeral]

2:53 the instructions on the website graphic say 2️⃣xday, for 6️⃣ days

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you 🙏

[@karenmitchell6189]

i am impressed with the symmetry of the base of her nails. Mine are all over the place. Does she do anything special to get such an even curve at the base?

[@lucycampion9379]

Thank you for sharing this client’s journey with us, Anna. I bought Repair Mode after watching this videos and it is fantastic!!!! 🎉 My nails definitely have fewer cracks and there is less peeling at the tips. I’m doing a weekly warm oil soak too, and my nails are looking healthier and are more resilient than they have in months! Does anyone know if Repair Mode can be used as a regular / daily treatment over a longer period of time? I use it for a week then leave it for a while, then use it again. Is this the best way to use it or do the nails benefit from a more regular routine? 🙏🏻 Many thanks to you and your client, Anna, for bringing this product and information to us ❤

[@nailedlife]

I have no experience with OPI treatment, even tho it had my interest piqued. But if i think about clients perspective, to go weekly to the salon to get it applied, it feels so much time consuming. Id go maybe to another route, either every second week in salon, doing treatment with IBX/OPI/Magnetic and at home using multiple times per day a keratin based nail serum ( LCN has one and one what we work with) and this also works fine ( have experience with one of my clients ) .But of-course the client should also do the work and really use the product, not letting it to sit on their cosmetics cabinet , etc. Haven´t watched you videos long time and this popped up in my feed today so gave it a go, since saw you to do the OPI Repair. So thanx for showing it and keep shooting. I try to catch up with your videos also when times quiet down.

[@TheSalonLife]

Hello there! Thank you for the comment! No, the OPI Repair Mode is not a salon treatment. It's a home treatment that can also be used in the salon. The client is using it at home which I explained and is coming for the manicures so I can make the progress videos to show people how the product works because I was asked so many times what I think about the product. So I figured I will show you and then you can make up your own mind if you think the product is effective or not. IBX is a salon treatment. Somewhat effective too but it needs to be done at the salon so we can't really compare these two. IBX is also UV cured and contains methacrylate so a no-no for anyone with any type of allergies (and so many people are now allergic to acrylates) Magnetic Seal and Protect is a pro only product too. The Safety Data Sheet lists that it contains 25-50% of HEMA which is a bit worrisome. That is a lot. www.magneticnail.se/wp-content/uploads/SDS-130007-Seal-Protect-Solution-logo.pdf

[@elainemacaullay1042]

Thank you for the series, I´ve been following as I too want to try it.

[@karincooks]

Thank you so much to you and your client 💅🏻

[@antoinettesalazar520]

I know now why my nails don’t get better, it’s cuz I thought that keeping polish on them protected them. After watching one of you videos, I learned differently So I purchased the OPI Repair and just want to know the best way to use as the bottle says twice a day. Also, can I use cuticle oil and lotion as soon as the OPI repair dries?

[@ВераБелова-т5р]

Анна, спасибо за полезное видео.Желаю тебе много радостных событий и интересных проектов.Дома пусть присутствует любовь и счастье.

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️

[@Cara84de]

I hope this will reach you or anyone who maybe heard it !! I'm so confused, so what exactly is hurting the nail surface? the buffing? the nail polish? (is it the nitrocellulose and what is with polish without it? what about gel nail polish for the uv lamp? is it also damaging the same..? same question for dipping and the used super glue... thanks 😅

[@Cara84de]

and also what about a peel of base coat? like for wearing something probably for a day.. greets

[@barbarasnow4304]

I just started using OPI repair mode but my nails are short so I can’t tell what it’s doing. I love the way it soaks in though! Did you find out if it’s ok to use every day? Also I love your channel because of the health education aspect instead of only the esthetic side of nail care.

[@monikajedryka932]

Thank you for your video , like always very helpful . My nails were peeling really badly , now after following your advices: oil baths, gloves, gentle nudging +Kerasal in the evening, Kerasal Multi Purpose in the morning & Mavala Scientifique K+ once week , they much better .The peeling only re appears when I'm pressing with my finger tips - thumbs, index & middle fingers - due to work . I keep them short . Do you think Opi Repair Mode could make my nails more resistant to pressure ? Thank you again

[@galatea5455]

I just bought this. It says, "Apply 2 times a day on bare nails for 6 days for maximum efficacy. It doesn't say anything about applying daily afterword; at least not with the old boxes, maybe the new ones put out after the change will say that.

[@johnhall3262]

Did not help my nails at all, however my main issue is ridges,causing splits the length of the nail.

[@theresaparker3438]

I wonder if your alergic to hema if this would not be a product to use....?

[@GinaStanyerBooks]

She’s got really prettily shaped nails. Once that damage grows out they’re going to be beautiful.

[@LindaHarder]

How long should you soak the nails in warm oil? Also; approximately how many uses do you get from the Dazzle Dry Mini Kits on Amazon? Love all of your videos and I'm learning so much!

[@elizabethmyers1328]

Thank you so much for your videos. They are so helpful!

[@TheSalonLife]

You are so welcome!❤️

[@fairylelie631]

Im loving these progress videos, that’s what convinced me to get the OPI product (and the fact that it’s now available in France). The notice says :on naked nails, twice a day for 6 days, on polished nails, before you apply your nail polish and then once a day on the growth part. I had a question : you mentioned that you were not using regular acetone but cosmetic acetone, do you have a reference? In spite of applying all your advice, my nails are still damaged and I’m thinking using regular acetone might play a part…

[@TheSalonLife]

Acetone will not damage the nails. Even non cosmetic unless you are using some strange paint thinner that is not even acetone. Pure acetone, cosmetic version is just quite pure and it doesn’t have any impurities so it will evaporate completely without any residue on the nails. Nail polish can damage the nails. Not the acetone.

[@TheSalonLife]

How long have you been implementing my advice? A damage can take up to 6 months to grow out. It won’t “heal”

[@pamelanewton3669]

Here are the instructions that came with my OPI Multi-Plex bottle. On bare nails: Apply 2 times a day on bare nails for 6 days for maximum efficacy. Treatment for polished nails: Apply 2 coats to bare nail before color, then follow with a single coat daily to new nail growth to strengthen from within and protect nail from the effect of daily living.

[@TheSalonLife]

I'm just wondering.... How can the daily application on new growth can be done without touching the skin?

[@acarroll]

@@TheSalonLife I wondered that myself! I purchased the product after seeing your video a few weeks ago. My nails are damaged but not as damaged as your clients so I only used it once per day for 6 days and I will say there is definitely a difference in my nails!

[@stargazerbird]

I can’t find any instructions about how to use it ongoing after 6 days. It’s nuts. I was wondering if it is the same as K18 for hair where you use it every day for six days and then once a month maintenance. Looks like once day on bare nails instead.

[@acarroll]

@@stargazerbird The instructions are on the product insert. They state what @pamelanewton3669 stated.

[@pamelanewton3669]

Well I’m glad I was not the only one wondering that

[@DrKatherineMBrown]

I have been using OPI Nail Repair off and on and it seems to help my nails, but I am realistic about what it will do. I am curious if you have seen the Dermelect nail polishes. They were recommended by a dermatologist and do seem gentle. I don't like them as much as Dazzle Dry, but am trying to use them on days I want polish and do your other nail soak, etc. to give my nails a break.

[@TheSalonLife]

Dermalect polishes have same ingredients like any other polish on the market really. Just because they contain some keratin (which doesn’t really do anything other than sound good) as a pretty much last ingredient doesn’t make it any healthier or better than any other polish. That’s like hoping for a beneficial benefits of beta carotene in carrot cake. It’s still mostly flour and sugar and fat with some carrots. These polishes are 99.9% plastic with some apparently beneficial ingredients. Often some silicone or oil or keratin. It’s better to use just some 100% oil or moisturizer on your hands.

[@TheSalonLife]

Ps. I’m not saying that they are not beautiful. That’s like I’m not saying carrot cake is not a good desert. Polishes are a nice decoration that can contribute to nail surface damage. Just like desert is a nice treat but it’s not really beneficial for our health.

[@TheSalonLife]

Ps. I would suggest Dazzle Dry base + top as clear coat if you want “something” on your nails :)

[@DrKatherineMBrown]

Thank you for the information! @@TheSalonLife

[@siennaparker5274]

Can you do anythjng to positively impact the nail whilst it’s being formed?

[@TheSalonLife]

Cosmetically, no. Other than maybe a gentle massage to improve blood flow. But general health, nutrition, proper digestion, stress, lack of (physical) trauma, hormones, time of year all have impact on the nails.

[@cheminnonpris]

Hi and milion thanks to you. Can this product be used for toenails too? Stay safe and my endless thanks to you for sharing

[@TheSalonLife]

Yes why not, you can use it toes :)

[@cheminnonpris]

I am thankful, for my daughter and myself. You are great ❤

[@laurellwomack6846]

Hello! I have a quick question... done is it matter if I use OPI REPAIR MODE or CND RESCUE RXX DAILY KERATIN TREATMENT WITH THE SOLAR OIL? Thanks for your help😊

[@selyemperzsa1]

I am thinking that unless this damage was caused by something external shock, thyroid and insuline resistance should be checked.

[@TheSalonLife]

There is no damage. There is peeling which is usually caused by excessive water exposure and detergents. The clients toenails are fine and not peeling. www.aocd.org/page/BrittleSplittingNail "Onychoschizia or splitting of the fingernails is a common problem seen by dermatologists. The term onychoschizia includes splitting, brittle, soft or thin nails. Onychoschizia is more common in women. Only very rarely are internal disease or vitamin deficiencies the reason (iron deficiency is the most common). One tip is that if the fingernails split, but the toenails are strong, then an external factor is the cause. Basically brittle nails can be divided into dry and brittle (too little moisture) and soft and brittle (often too much moisture). The usual cause is repeated wetting and drying of the fingernails. This makes them dry and brittle. This is often worse in low humidity and in the winter (dry heat). The best treatment is to apply lotions containing alpha-hydroxy acids or lanolin containing lotions..."

[@MaanElfjeCeline]

Hi and thanks! How does the OPI compare to IBX, please? I already have IBX.

[@_shannons]

Does cleaning under the nails damage them? I hate to see dirt under my nails, but I wonder if I'm inadvertently removing layers of the free edge or compromising the tip of the nail bed.

[@TheSalonLife]

It depends how you clean them :) I suggest cleaning the nails with a soft toothbrush and a gentle soap.

[@lindaclark710]

I just started with OPI repair, my nails look much like your client's. The only instructions that came with the bottle said to use it twice a day for 6 days and nothing about maintenance. I don't want to damage my nails further by overuse, but they aren't going to be repaired in only 6 days. What is your advice?

[@TheSalonLife]

Hello Linda, now they are saying you can maintain it once a day. I thought it was once a week. I think it all depends how your nails are.

[@pennycox9658]

So do you recommend Opi Repair Nail or Kerasal for damaged nails?

[@TheSalonLife]

OPI Repair Mode is for the nails. Kerasal ointment is for the skin around the nails.

[@pennycox9658]

@@TheSalonLife Thank you!

[@pennycox9658]

In the box it says multi purpose nail repair and that is what I have been using after I saw one of your videos…

[@pennycox9658]

Not sure how to attach a photo of the box here but I am sure you have a box around…

[@mimvlog3236]

@@pennycox9658 I have that too, it's in a bottle and a liquid like Repair Mode and I'm also curious if it works better or as well

[@gwenadelstein]

Quick question..🙋🏼‍♀️would you use cuticle remover first …then use the Opi repair mode x 2 ❓

[@TheSalonLife]

Hello Gwen :) No, OPI Repair first, after removing the polish. Or at the start of the manicure if you didn't wear polish. Set a timer for 10 min. Then shape your nails. It usually takes about 5-10 min. Then use cuticle remover. Wait 1-2 min. Rinse, remove cuticle etc. Or just use the Repair Mode in the morning and sometimes during the day do your manicure.

[@gwenadelstein]

@@TheSalonLife TY for your advice & quick response Ana…just received my first bottle of Repair mode…continuing my nail transformation journey along with you ❣️

[@Kalmatoallah]

I have the exact problem 😢

[@lacies9831]

Hi! I was wondering if you could coach me through bubbles in my dazzle dry topcoat? What would cause this? Does it need to be thinned out?

[@TheSalonLife]

Hello :) Is the top coat the same consistency as a new one? Or is it thicker?

[@lacies9831]

I don't 100% remember what a new ones consistency is like... maybe it's slightly thicker?

[@TheSalonLife]

How full is the bottle? Have you ever thinned it?

[@Dolldoll100]

Hi I love your videos. I’ve learned a lot. I have a quick question you’re using OPI repair, but watching some of your other videos you also use.Kerasal are they the same or are they different? I thought they both repaired nails?

[@TheSalonLife]

When I say Kerasal I always talk about the ointment. I mentioned the nail treatment too but 99% of the time it's the ointment which I list in the description box :) Kerasal (Amazon) amzn.to/3dy31F7 Kerasal (iHerb) bit.ly/3XCWKvF
 Kerasal international list bit.ly/3MiyT1z

[@kabiria69]

Che rinascita 😮 Ci faresti un video di applicazione dello smalto scuro su unghie molto corte? Io finisco sempre per sbavare sul bordo 😢

[@TheSalonLife]

How short? Can you send me a picture of your nails? thesalonlife @ gmail.com

[@monikajedryka932]

I’m sorry , me again with technical question : when the nail is going to peel , the edge seems to swell 1st, later when the air gets between layers , starts to peel and catches everything .Is it better to pull the outside/loose layer , buff it or somehow survive ? Of course the nail is as short as possible . Please ,any suggestions ? Thank you .M

[@monikajedryka932]

ok, ok watched all videos again & I feel educated , on 1st week of using OPI repair mode 😁

[@ap-nu3ck]

What nail file is that please?

[@ggb1377]

Not sure if I am seeing this correctly, but it appears that you are not applying this all the way to the end. Should it be applied just short of the cuticle.

[@TheSalonLife]

There's no damage at the new growth. Less chance of flooding the skin and hardening the skin. OPI talked about the fact that this should not touch the skin. So I don't know how this product can be used "on the new growth only" when people are wearing polish without touching the skin.

[@Chelsea-b5i]

Could you use this along with mavala? I just started using mavala once a week because my nails have started peeling after using dazzle dry for a few months, but they have always been pretty weak.

[@TheSalonLife]

It really depends. You are talking about Mavala Scientifique hardeners? Hardeners should only be used when the nails have too much moisture and are too bendy. Not damaged or weak.

[@familyguy2698]

I got this product to help my damaged toe nails from getting gel pedicures. When it was time to take the color off they would use electric file therefore causing my nails to be thin and break. I was using it but not consistent bc I like to have color on my nail’s and for this to work you need a bare nail. I am back to using it again I hope it helps as I’m very upset that my toe nails aren’t nice like they were before getting gel pedicures. Do you have any advice? Im Also addicted to cutting my cuticles on my finger nails! I want to stop this but I jut can’t ! The min I see a cuticle I’m running for the nippers PLEASE HELP!

[@TheSalonLife]

Hello there: Please check out this video You took off Acrylics, Gels or Dip nails and discovered DISASTER. What's next? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHq3iGWQgtWfopI

[@TheSalonLife]

And this video: Why I leave dry skin and I don't cut the "cuticle" kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6TCiZ-Gbrl7n5o

[@ambercarroll2514]

A few of my nails had started peeling at the free edge and my thumb nails are very ridged and were splitting in spots. I purchased the OPI Repair Mode and used it for one week in addition to my use of oil after each hand wash and weekly warm oil soak. At first I thought it might be improving things, but then I bumped a (fairly short) finger nail not too hard against something and it almost shattered. It broke badly. Later the same day I bumped another finger…again not too hard and had the same result with that nail. I think it made my nails really brittle. I stopped using it and filed my already short nails very short. I have successfully filed off all the peeling from my free edges (though my thumb nails are still problematic) and hope the oil will be enough to keep them healthy.

[@TheSalonLife]

Hm, very interesting. They were saying that this product would not over harden the nails but anything is possible especially when this is such a new product. We need to have our eyes peeled and minds open :) Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Is it possible that it's winter where you are and the air is dry?

[@mizucko]

😻😻😻

[@ewabydgoska8544]

🙂🌷

[@gerrimcgrath6878]

I purchased it and have been doing the twice a day for six days (yesterday was the sixth day). Now what? Do I only use it once a day? A couple of days a week? Thanks. 🫶

[@TheSalonLife]

They say after 6 day you can use it every day if you are not wearing polish. If you wear polish, apply it after your remove the polish.

[@gerrimcgrath6878]

Perfect. Thank you so much for replying. I don’t wear polish very often. If I do I do a French manicure. 🫶