5 Common Mistakes When Applying Hard Gel on Nails & How To Fix Them.

Today Tracey shows you the top 5 common mistakes people make when applying hard gel. She goes over everything from prep to curing in the LED UV light so that you can have great results with your hard gel application.
Products Used:
Synergy Gel- Base, Concealer Peach
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[@jennie1276]

🌟I know they know about this but it wasn’t mentioned so in case anyone still has issues floating the gel. Creating a slip layer (thin layer) before adding the bulk of the gel helps me. Gel tends to follow gel and therefore will move easily where you want it after creating that slip layer. I used gel on myself before I ever went to school and learned acrylic. Bc the acrylic smell is too strong for me to do at home. I still find myself gravitating towards it for my own nails. It’s so clear and I’ve found a product that has allowed me to grow out my natural nails so I never have to sculpt or use tips, which makes me happy lol.

[@daciadunnigan5393]

Slip layer? Is this layer not cured or cured

[@jennie1276]

@@daciadunnigan5393 not cured

[@tavananna571]

hello can you help me too? The gels are very fluid from the table lamp and the heat and they overflow 🥺 what kind of gel should I use or how can I prevent this?🤗

[@jennie1276]

@@tavananna571 get a mini fridge & try keeping it in the fridge. It’ll level a lot better. Hard gel comes in different viscosities if that’s what you’re using so you could look for a medium or they some some that really don’t move at all. I haven’t really seen A flexi gel that comes in different viscosities. I like using luminary and I put it in the fridge.

[@leighvisuals]

Oh that’s a real hand!! 😂😂 I thought it was one of those fake practice hands....until it moved

[@youngnailsinc]

haha

[@gonnievangerven1122]

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[@fwariel]

@Quinn Christopher ...

[@neutral.chaotic]

Thank you so much for your videos! My goal is to go "back to school" and go to nail tech school, but I currently don't have the money to afford any classes. So I'm am practicing a lot on my own and I fully trust your expertise and these videos are so incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for educating us!

[@aerongrimm3162]

Idk if you've gone yet but you've got the right idea! You'll fly through faster than anyone the more you know about actual application before you go in. Work hard! I'm rooting for you!

[@jessfauder559]

Im too young to attend a nail school (im still in high school) so that’s somewhat in the same boat as you! However, practice on your own is an indispensable tool that will work wonders in the future :)) You got this!

[@obuyuhudson4359]

Hello

[@adelebotes8792]

I just love Tracey's skills and work, You the best Tracey!

[@traceywonders7751]

Thank u for all your tips, I do my own nails and I’ve had issues with base before... I forgot it once, 3 nails popped, but I had remembered after the 3, so only had to redo the 3.

[@youngnailsinc]

for sure

[@abbydoddema5479]

can you use a regular base gel polish or does it have to be like the base gel she used?

[@h0neybee77]

This is Gold. Thank you. So easy. If only I understood everything in life like this. Do this. Look. Don’t do that. Look. Do this. Look. Don’t do that. Look. ... or maybe life is that way... xoxo. Enjoy 💋

[@regisligh6273]

I just love YN, I feel like I owe y’all something! I was just reading about hard gel. Love those MK glasses!💋💋💋

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@linneaburns9893]

Yay thank you for showing the gel version of this! Super helpful to offer videos for both gel and acrylic

[@youngnailsinc]

Glad it was helpful!

[@imawkward6136]

@@youngnailsinc which material is better for beginners?

[@youngnailsinc]

@@imawkward6136 either or is fine for beginners

[@thecreativejeannie]

THANK YOU!!! I just started gel and I have been STRUGGLING! Sooo helpful thank you thank you!!!!

[@youngnailsinc]

You're so welcome!

[@jomartin6209]

Thank you so much I love gel and as I am starting out these tips are invaluable

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@sleeksalmon]

Learned alot.... Thank you so much!

[@cuteandfluffypikachu3405]

I’ve just brought some builder gel so these tip will definitely help thank you 😊😊😊

[@rociojocelyn3151]

Seriously where can I listen to your beats? My one year old bumps to them everytime your videos play!

[@youngnailsinc]

lol all music comes from epidemic sound

[@metafit123]

Love your videos thank you for taking the time

[@bluestsea]

Man I needed this video. Hard gel is just so different application wise. I’m still having a hard time with hard gel.

[@mysteik]

@bluestsea taken me 2 year's to 'master it'

[@curlydash4993]

When I become a professional nail tech, I am going to love to use the excuse “I’m a nail tech” to have different lengths and nail designs on my hand 😂😅

[@Dynysis]

Do it now

[@kateapple1]

Me too! I call it my pimp hand 🖐😂😂😂

[@l.andrea2553]

@@kateapple1 😂

[@inezmickel1274]

Literally both my hands always have 2 different color sets😅

[@Candyy248]

That sounds cool v:

[@meghan0129]

I just bought the gel trial kit! It's supposed to come today and I'm super excited!

[@youngnailsinc]

Nice

[@portitta]

How did it work out for you? My hard gel just came in the mail yesterday and I’m super excited.

[@karenmcdoanld8805]

I like working with Gel never tried acrylic but Thank you for this video!!

[@youngnailsinc]

You’re welcome 😊

[@melanielangham7033]

Yay Tracey, I can't believe I missed this one until now. Is any of the gels better than the others for an overlay on a natural nail? I need help!!

[@youngnailsinc]

All of our gels work great the difference is the viscosity of the gel when working with it so it is just preference of working with a thinner or thicker gel

[@anthonynappi58]

Hi I’m going to do the gel and use the form my first time doing it my nail is really short so just follow your steps correct and when I’m done with the gel I can add a color on top of it and then of course top it off with a topcoat

[@angieruth8962]

This is very helpful. Thank you.

[@pavlina20]

Do we add the base gel for a fill? I can't see just putting it down for that tiny bit of nail. Also, I always apply base gel to the end of my form where the end will go but I only need it on the actual nail? Thanks so much for these videos! They are really helping me.

[@youngnailsinc]

Yes, you want to apply base for a fill and you should also apply it to the entire nail. Just a thin coat, it's the foundation of your nails.

[@sitnspin1819]

I learned gel first and self-taught with acrylic! Overcoming ten plus years of muscle memory is an unholy nightmare!!!

[@youngnailsinc]

for sure

[@sitnspin1819]

@@youngnailsinc I've been self-teaching for several months now and I'm just about confident enough to do a set on myself, but I *still* keep going to pick up and apply like gel!

[@fairlybusyreading]

This video is awesome, thanks so much!!

[@kathytarman2302]

Thank you for sharing this. I understand more about this

[@youngnailsinc]

Welcome

[@Snowlily01]

*_omg this vid is so freaking helpful tysm_*

[@tuhanaeshelman61]

Well I just learned a ton!

[@HOLLYWOOD-pw9kz]

Thanks for the tips! Stay safe and healthy 😷❤️ Tysmfs 😉

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@ssc4153]

Thank you so much for the very valuable tips! (no pun intended...lol!)

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@Michellethompson5231]

This has been extremely helpful!! I have been. Looking for instructions on how to apply builder gel & your page is the only one that I actually understand!!

[@nelidasotelo3067]

I always learn something new with your tutorials. Thank you so much!💖💅

[@BRANDYMQ]

Same 😎

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@rmillas02]

I love love love your tutorial you are so smart and so patient you're very detailed. I just subscribed to you

[@respectwishes]

Is the protein bond called base coat? Or is it a completely different product?

[@tanyamendibles1009]

bond is different from base coat

[@raya74]

You are a great teacher Tracey we appreciate you ❤

[@patriciagallacher6741]

Think most have done the bunny hopping technique, great video thanks!

[@youngnailsinc]

Welcome

[@joslynnford7742]

Thank you, Tracey!

[@youngnailsinc]

Welcome!

[@ivyeverett9639]

I love gel....thanks for the tips!! #TEAMYN

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@rebeccamuir3464]

Awsome cheers 🥂

[@youngnailsinc]

Thanks for watching! We hope you enjoyed this video on common mistakes with hard gel.

[@jacquelinedimattia774]

Thanks for these awesome tips Tracey 🙂

[@youngnailsinc]

You are so welcome!

[@jasminenash5546]

Awesome! So helpful thanks. Could you do a removal video for hard gel nails? Hard gel forms and hard gel tips like the two you did in the video 🥰

[@youngnailsinc]

more videos coming daily

[@Sapphirezkillahitz13]

Man I love you guys! You are amazing 😉

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you

[@megandupreez2155]

Tracey , what hand file grit can I use for natural nail prep? Really hope you get this message🙏

[@youngnailsinc]

We use our 150 grit sanding band or hand file.

[@megan2072]

What grit arbor band are you using for prepping the nail for gel and/or extensions?

[@youngnailsinc]

We use our 150 grit sanding band with very light pressure at around 3,000-5,000 rpms.

[@santiedewaalmalan8531]

Thanks for the video. 💅💅💅💅💅💅💅🌹

[@shybibeau8968]

Can you also use a base gel as the base on the nail to prep for the hard gel?!

[@youngnailsinc]

Synergy base is designed for hard gel. It’s the foundation to building body!

[@NG72405]

This was so helpful!!

[@damarismelinaferrera]

Great tips 👌🏻 thanks!

[@youngnailsinc]

Happy to help!

[@ExoticasEmpire]

Awesome Mrs. Tracey I love the perfection in your shaping luv thanks for sharing and showing much love always 💅💕💕💕

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@jessicaforbes1098]

What is the flash cure time for your builder gel?

[@youngnailsinc]

You can flash cure our hard gel between 10-30 seconds, but after each layer, you need to fully cure for 60 seconds.

[@macesimmons6834]

Is the gel base you prep with the same as the base coat gel?

[@ms.thomas5758]

Beautiful

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you

[@angelcaldwellbare4218]

Did you use dehydrator? I seen you went from cleaning to bonder. And what is base? I've never heard of it. I was taught dehydrator & bond is all I need.

[@youngnailsinc]

Yes, our product Swipe is a cleanser/dehydrator. The synergy base we used is needed before applying hard gel. Base has the most resin in it to anchor onto your nails. Base is your foundation for your nail.

[@sheilaedgington7901]

Would you suggest buffing the natural nail for regular nail polish? Doesn't buffing the natural nail damage it?

[@youngnailsinc]

No buffing is fine for regular polish

[@sammay21]

Question - is primer not used w/protein bond? I didn't see that step. Great tutorials!!

[@youngnailsinc]

Protein bond is used in place of primer

[@maialehir198]

Hey! where’s the base gel you use from? ❤️

[@ANGEL-bv3vv]

Is it really necessary to use a base gel coat with builder gel? What difference does it make?

[@youngnailsinc]

Base has the most resin in it to anchor onto your nails. Base is your foundation for your nail.

[@deegee6868]

Thank you!!

[@youngnailsinc]

You're welcome!

[@Aplusnails]

Thank you for this video 😍😍

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@seoulbeam]

This might be a stupid question. I'm super new to gel so I don't really know anything! I thought gel got really hot when you cured it...its okay to let it cure for so long.?

[@youngnailsinc]

it does have a heat spike but it doesn't last long.

[@christinedargin-linsley5945]

If I use a full coverage tip (full nail) should I still use protein bond?

[@youngnailsinc]

yes

[@IamnjokiKCWeeklyvlogs]

For the first nail, you used clear gel for base, does that apply for tip application as well?

[@youngnailsinc]

You can use our synergy base gel for the extension as well.

[@JanetJenkins]

Is that gel applicator hard or soft gel?

[@youngnailsinc]

We are using hard gel in this video.

[@tanyastobbe2653]

Is it supposed to burn? Why do all my gels always burn. I can't even handle it. I stopped getting them done. Tried different lamps too. What bran d do you use?

[@youngnailsinc]

If you are feeling those heat spikes, it may be that you are using thicker layers of product, which can produce more heat. Try applying less product or using the “low heat” mode on our lamp. In this mode, it will begin curing slower & then the power of the lamp will increase to fully cure. You can also start by curing the nails just outside the light for 20-30 seconds & then place them fully under the light to complete the cure without the heat spikes. www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8Frfkn7/ All of our products are our brand.

[@khlanthykhlan]

is swipe the same as acetone?

[@youngnailsinc]

No, Swipe is an alcohol and acetone based product formulated to cleanse the nail perfectly for product. Here is a video about Swipe & how to use it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oonbo2OLYtB7oa8

[@demarcostudios]

Do you cure the protein bond?

[@hazelady5068]

I just learned how how do Russian mani with extensions this is not easy to get a apex lol time to practice

[@MadebyRookey]

More gel videos please!

[@youngnailsinc]

Noted! More gel videos, we're going to work on it!

[@andrealane7840]

I love the ease of gel however everytime I apply gel to my nails, I lose them or one or two in the shower and I have revert to acrylic , again as these last. I know that gel doesn't have the same flexibility and absorption as acrylic and wondered if you have come across this issues?

[@aerongrimm3162]

It's most likely your prep. Like she was saying, gel hates a smooth surface. They're always talking about prep, so binge their videos and I bet you'll find the problem!

[@naniberse]

is protein bond the same as nail primer?

[@lenab.6714]

Is the base for hard gel different than just a base and top coat? Or can I just use any base and top coat?

[@youngnailsinc]

It's different. It's a hard gel base. Base has the most resin in it to anchor onto your nails. Base is your foundation for your nail.

[@lenab.6714]

@@youngnailsinc thank u.. didn't know that

[@amibarker3405]

I use LCN product and light elegance. Which is the best gel to use? I find LCN's fibre tech easy to work with not strong enough so tips break. And Light Elegance is thicker but when i try to hover and apply its very "liney and full of divets and hills" so i have to buff so much in the end trying to even it out

[@nordickitten]

I hate that. I hated having to do acrylic on people, let alone myself. But damn it do I like this gel stuff! I am a criminal about it and want to know every secret! HA! Best of Luck and May Jesus Keep You ~

[@giebbieserah4440]

I love your pusher tracy...😘🥰

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@b.b.b.b.6877]

What do you do if the “zit” does happen. I had a client and was doing hard gel. I cured each finger for a normal 10 seconds each then the full hand for 60. When filling I found hard gel seeping from the sides like a jelly filled donut. The “zit”. I cured the thumbs for 60 seconds 2x to fix this problem. I was still deeply worried that there was still some product that wasn’t cured. I don’t want to ever have a client walk away with uncured gel on there hands as I know the potential harm. Once I cured the thumbs 2x for 60 seconds the problem seemed to be fixed but I just don’t fully know. Should I have removed the entire nail enhancement and re starts those nails or did I do the right thing?

[@youngnailsinc]

If you find that you're having uncured gel, it's possible that you are applying it too thick or your curing lamps need to be replaced. We would recommend filing off the nail to ensure all uncured gel is removed and then re-apply in thinner layers. We also recommend replacing your lamps annually and even make a note on the bottom of your lamp when you started using it, so you know when to replace.

[@elizabethb8841]

Can we go from acrylic to gel? And gel to acrylic?

[@TheCRYSTALLURE]

I’ve seen it done. Check out Tabytha Scott Nails she does hybrids every now & then.

[@mahdism1815]

Can we use the soak off base coat (young nail) instead of this base? For gel

[@youngnailsinc]

It has been done, however can contribute to lifting

[@aggelikiharilau49]

can we clean with asetone or alcohol if we dont have swipe?

[@youngnailsinc]

For hard gel acetone, for gel polish alcohol

[@amyandrusky5456]

She reminds me A LOT of Jennifer Morrison in Once Upon A Time!

[@samdagostino8730]

I can't find base on your site outside of the trial kit. What could I use instead?

[@youngnailsinc]

Base is a necessary step with gel.

[@samdagostino8730]

@@youngnailsinc I mean specifically the base gel used in this video. It's not on your website outside of the trial kit. Is any base gel okay to use?

[@samdagostino8730]

@@youngnailsinc I looked again and it's a dropdown option on the synergy product. FYI that is very confusing!

[@youngnailsinc]

Haha happy you found it

[@lisacarruthers9649]

Please could I request you make a hard gel polish to be able to use the sandwich technique? At the moment If I wanted to use a different brand eg light elegance, I would be worried about compatibility and would rather use just your brand only.

[@aerongrimm3162]

You can encapsulate regular gel polish

[@netgrl2008]

I have a problem with hard gel retracting from the tips of my nails after curing when trying to do an overlay on my natural nails. Any help!

[@sassyfamilie]

Beautyful video sweety 😍😘i wonder why there is no compagnie that selling alraidy tectured nailtips🤔🤔🤔that would make it a lot faster and easy also to create sets i think?maybe young nails can try that😄😁😉😉? I know for sure that i would buy that!❤❤❤

[@youngnailsinc]

Never know what may be coming

[@aquantarobinson3512]

The band you are using is only medium or medium to coarse?

[@youngnailsinc]

Med

[@aquantarobinson3512]

Thank you

[@leafygold3467]

🤔🤔🤔 I never have problem with gel peeling off from smooth surface before, seen many others that don't have problems with that either on KZbin.

[@tinysbeautyspot2749]

Can we use natural tips with gel?

[@youngnailsinc]

Yes, you can use acrylic tips and then apply hard gel over them. Just make sure to prep the tips like you do the natural nails as hard gel does not like a smooth surface.

[@ItsShei]

Is the protein bond really necessary?

[@youngnailsinc]

Protein stays sticky.. sticks to the natural nail and then sticks the product. You don't have to use it, but we make sure we always do to ensure our products don't lift, chip or peel. ❤️

[@minoozand2391]

Do I have to put on protein bond?

[@youngnailsinc]

We recommend protein bond as it helps with adhesion and preventing chipping/peeling.

[@dawnwhite2512]

I dont see the base for sale on the yn website. Is it discontinued

[@youngnailsinc]

www.youngnails.com/products/15g-synergy-gel?variant=34425327386760

[@saradang5802]

They're matching

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@mounaazeri6152]

Do you ship to France ?

[@youngnailsinc]

We will link our list of distributors so you can see who sells our products near you. If you don’t see a distributor in your country, simply zoom out on the map until the closest one pops up and get in contact to see if they ship to your location. www.youngnails.com/pages/locate-distributor

[@Tenchi_113]

What is the proper name for this type of nail extension I want to get it done but don’t know what to look for

[@youngnailsinc]

They are sculpted extensions with nail forms. We are using hard gel in this video, but you can sculpt with acrylic as well.

[@renteriafam4440]

❤JESUS CHRIST LOVES YOU❤

[@user-qw1up7ep9k]

y’all jesus stans annoying af

[@cassidylundmusic]

What about heat spikes?

[@youngnailsinc]

Heat is a result of any chemical reaction. When using gel and putting it into the light, the light starts that reaction immediately and you get that instant "heat spike." We recommend using the "low heat" setting on our lamp to start the curing process slower to avoid the spike. If you don't have our lamp, try using thinner layers of product or start curing the nails just outside of the light for 20-30 seconds and then move the hand into the light.

[@raysflavs]

USE YOUR IMAGINATION GEL February 22nd

[@ASofterSide]

Acrylic also had MMA in it, until it was banned. Great video!

[@floridagirl386]

Not all!

[@youngnailsinc]

Thanks

[@jz.7485]

I’ve got a question if anyone can answer when do you apply the dehydrator or the primer or do you not apply them? I’m super confused

[@PrairieGypsy]

Dehydrator is only used on the natural nail surface and primer prepares the artificial surface. Hope that helps.

[@aerongrimm3162]

If you're using forms: buff, dehydrate, put forms on, prime. If you're using tips: buff, dehydrate, glue the tip on, blend and buff the tip, dehydrate again, then prime. If you're doing an overlay: buff, dehydrate, prime.

[@debbieforseth254]

Thank you. #TEAMYN

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️❤️

[@JuuC]

I'm now confused, what's the difference between hard gel, soft gel, base gel and construction gel?

[@youngnailsinc]

Hard gels do not soak and can build with. Soft gels are flexible and can be soaked off, like a gel polish

[@JuuC]

@@youngnailsinc thanks so much for answer my question

[@poltotinco4eva]

so happy that I'm not the only one who has hairy fingers :-)

[@muyapacifiquekalala3830]

Can anyone help me, what does she use to cleanse the nails?

[@muyapacifiquekalala3830]

When prepping

[@alexandraosorio3595]

She uses Swipe

[@youngnailsinc]

Swipe is an alcohol and acetone based product formulated to cleanse the nail perfectly for product. Here is a video about Swipe & how to use it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oonbo2OLYtB7oa8

[@LizethGarcia-lt2qq]

Does gel soak off?

[@youngnailsinc]

Hard gel does not soak off.

[@LizethGarcia-lt2qq]

@@youngnailsinc so how is it removed?