Basic Gel Polish Manicure

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[@mookzmom]

Your videos have caused me to have the longest lasting manicure I’ve ever had! Especially the prep, I think. All of these have been of great value, and I hope the series runs on forever! Thank you so much

[@Daizee_day]

Amen to that!!!!

[@kahliawh]

Pam Miller Is this on natural nails...? That your manicures last long...?

[@kerenmolinamorales2424]

I can't wait to learn everything from you. I have been watching your channel for straight 3 hours at 2x speed and I already feel like a professional lol. I am not a nail tech, but I like doing my nails and it saves me money while still getting a quality product. This channel made me realize I would love to be a nail tech, but I guess I can't throw my two-year path in college out the door. I could definitely do this as a hobby on friends and family only. Is anybody else on the same boat?

[@rozemarijn5532]

Wanted to save myself money, so I bought some gel polish and a lamp. Now I'm binging all these video’s, and I’m absolutely loving them. So informative, very helpful.

[@rozemarijn5532]

I actually did my first manicure today, and it looks great! Definitely thanks to all your video's, so thanks!

[@cindysheppard9658]

Liz your nails are gorgeous .

[@kelloggkirsten]

Thank you SO MUCH for all these videos! I'm not a pro and wanted to learn how to properly do a gel manicure on my own nails that would not lift or crack and be properly cured. After watching through most of your videos, you've taught me a lot more than what I was seeking! You eliminate the confusion of the purpose and proper use of various products as well as just the basics of a manicure, which I never properly learned. And now I know why I was not happy with certain gel manicures after leaving a nail salon. I am now competent to do my own; my manicures look good and are lasting a couple of weeks. Yay!

[@cinders7374]

I absolutely adore you as my teacher. You are the person I save these videos and when I get home from the salon I sit and study. You have given me so much help and I know I have improved just from being your pupil. Thanks a million !!!

[@jenniferwong4530]

The tips you give in your videos are so valuable to us! I've been a nail tech for 6 years and I learn something new in every single video! Well done!

[@MY-pf7dc]

GOD BLESS YOU HUN, AFTER WATCHING YOUR CLEAR GEL SHIMMY / SHIMMY VIDEO / I DID MY NAILS AND IT LASTED CLOSE TO 3 MONTHS , IT'S JUST MY NAILS AND HAIR GROW TOO FAST / AND I JUST KEPT ON FILING MY NAILS SHORTER AND SHORTER / SO THEY COULD BE COMFORTABLE TO WORK WITH. GOD BLESS YOU LIZ !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@rooniqueboutiquenails2192]

I just want to say thank you for taking the time to do this for us all, I'm sure you're extremely busy, so making the time to help and educate your viewers in this way is highly commendable, I've learned so much from watching these videos and I can't wait to watch and learn more, thank you doesn't seem like an adequate enough word for our gratitude! 💕💕Xxx

[@hamsteritahams2908]

I am a nail artist enthusiasm with a lot of allergies that does her nails at home. Most products can't touch my skin and anyway where I live there are not professionals so I just prefer to do my own nails. I like to watch thousands of videos. I found your channel when I got interested on Russian manicure and I followed you since then. Now, lately I've watched all the videos of this series (except the first and last one because I hadn't had time to do so) and I've never commented before... I didn't do it because...you know, us humans usually are very lazy. I find them all very interesting but I knew most of the things you said. However with this one, Wich a lot of people would say looks the most simple and obvious of them all you have made that my application passed from not good enough to look amazing. I didn't know why I always ended up with a mountain close to my cuticle and little product close to it, and the last time I did my nails with your tips it was so easy and looked so so so good... Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge!! It would be awesome if you could make one about mouth masks and all that. I can't find information about it anywhere, and I think it's very interesting to know about when to use them (only filing or also with application) which ones are best (materials, with valve or no valve, filters, etc). Maybe most people will find it boring, but I think safety is very important and it would be an unique video. Anyway I will keep watching because everything you do is gold.

[@ShivaSharma-lq8pv]

I also want teach

[@aorta222]

I feel like I just got a Masters Degree in Gel Polish ! One of the best tutorials I've ever seen on YT. Thanks so much !

[@bohosmiles6521]

I agree this is giving me confidence 🙌 now I know I cam master this . Grateful 🙏

[@burtelash9670]

I really want to thank you for all the extremely detailed information you provide with each and every single video you do. This is priceless and you deserve all the best

[@dazzling9606]

Also works for any nails length and even regular polish, especially the white nail polish and other lighter colors it's really works perfectly like her process.

[@moodietool150]

Liz you are a really good teacher. I'm so grateful for all your information and tips. Mondays are the best day of the week now!

[@lauraepg]

Hi, I am watching from Romania and I think, coming from a nonenglish native speaking, that you are doing a great job. I watch your videos for learning for my self DIY at home and from all videos that I found on you tube, yours is the easiest to understand. Thank you so much.

[@decemberforest3364]

Your video is so informative and helpful. I'm not a nail tech, but I feel like I've been fooled by nail techs pretending to do gel nails. None of them prepped my nails first. Whoa. I need to find someone as good as you to do my nails. Thank you.

[@ecfp5259]

Thank you so much, your advice is so helpful.

[@nailsbyjada]

Liz I just want to say thank you for making these videos. Your taking us through the basic stuff we forget about or for some weren’t taught in beauty school. I learn something from every video.

[@leslieavitia7467]

Can I use the this potted base coast with any gel polish brand?

[@jcchiou7628]

Liz, you are such an articulate and thorough and knowledgeable teacher. Your videos are invaluable and I appreciate your time and energy making them. THANK YOU SO MUCH! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!!!!

[@Tracy-iz8yh]

Thank you so much, I just graduated from Tricoci University Beauty School and I feel like they rushed us through the basics & then were more focused on bringing in clients for the business part that I missed out on direct instruction. LOVING YOUR VIDEOS!

[@chaqillenikita748]

FAN-BLOODY-TASTIC!!👍🏼 I can’t stress enough how *really* helpful & informative this video was!! Actually, the whole series so far has been terrific, especially for someone like me who is learning the craft with *no* prior experience (apart from as a client.) Thanks so much, Liz👌🏼, and I can’t wait to see your next video!

[@vanessasigurdson2061]

I watch these over and over again. So helpful! I usually do acrylic but got asked to do a gel manicure so right away I came here to watch this for a refresher. Thanks!

[@jenoflaherty3134]

I've always used that stem technique. Because it sucks when the gel or polish drops on you or table. These tips are very useful. Thank you for sharing them and your work. , xx

[@sajomiscio3200]

You are a very talented nail tech and teacher! I have been a nail tech for 20 years and a nail dabbler for many. Having said that, I watch your videos often and can’t believe what I can learn and how the passion comes back with your inspiration

[@TheNailHub]

Wow, thank you!

[@Echolyris212]

I love her nails. The one teaching. They’re beautiful

[@zuzusworld5062]

Thank you so much for showing me the tips and guiding me with lot of info how to do basic gel polish manicure. that's show me how things works in gel manicure with no mistakes around the nail.

[@erin8000uk]

These videos are certainly educational

[@Mrs_Trying2Nail_it]

so good! even coming back years later!

[@rubaawad5998]

Ur the master of all nails !!!!!

[@michelleoss-payne9641]

Liz, thank you so much! I had to do a fill on a hard gel overlay that lifted a tad. After I thought I had filed and shaped it to look good, I discovered after I was putting my gel top coat on, that it was a little uneven and bulky in one area. I put a second coat of top on, concentrating and building it up in the area that helped balance out the bulkiness. Worked like a charm!

[@kristywilliams4906]

I love how you get all the nail with the color. I have nails that curve a lot some form a half moon shape. So I have deep groves on the side. I stopped getting my nails done and started doing my own because most of the nail techs never went down the whole nail. They would leave gaps on each side. I was taught to paint nails like you so this was a huge pet peeve of mine!

[@eponaspride1]

I love doing matte nails with shiny 'french' tips. It looks amazing

[@gemaholmes3267]

Liz, I love, love all your videos!!! You are an AWESOME EDUCATOR!!! I'm a Nail Specialist Instructor at our local college. I recently started teaching there & I have recommended The Nail Hub to my students. You are so good about explaining the different steps with such detail. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise & passion with all of us!!!!!!!!

[@user-fd5we5gq8s]

Thank you very much❤

[@blondiegurl8348]

Now we are cookin! Nails nails nails! Thanks Liz, loving your videos!

[@carlitachesney4533]

I love how she properly files the nail in one direction towards the top. Alot if the Asian salons file my natural nails in a sawing back n forth motion causing them to easily crack, split etc. Even when I ask them to file in one direction they say ok and continue to do the back n forth file .... I haven't been able to find a manicurist in my area to file properly!

[@fallenangel5346]

I'm so happy and grateful you've decided to do these instructive/tutorial videos. Thank you bunches 💓

[@Keys7]

OMG I literally just ordered gel nail polish laquer from AliExpress and then I realized I don't have a clue how to apply. Your channel is a God send. Thank you. #newsubbie

[@paulakoncki4029]

Thank you for the tip of lumpiness on the tip of the nail, never thought of fixing it with top coat! Funny thing is the lumpiness only happens when I do my own nails! 😹💞💅🏼

[@onenailatatime209]

Foundation is key. Thanks Liz, for more great information.

[@nailcreationsamanda]

Thank you! I agree 100% you should always practice because there's something to learn. Starting with the basics is key. I think Mani's to Hard Gel to Acrylic. Man was it hard to learn Gel after acrylic.

[@geeklette99]

I've been looking for a tutorial specifically for potted gel and this is the best one I've found 😭 thank you so much!

[@lelarobinson2854]

That is a beautiful pink!

[@OsnatSela]

You are wonderfull! Thank you so much for sharing your knoledge. It helps a lot🌸💖🌸

[@The20Facets]

Best gel nail video I’ve seen

[@alessandrasaragoni4012]

Please please do one for the classic gel french manicure!

[@HH-rr1br]

@The Nail Hub. Thank you so much for this tutorial. I haven't found any videos as comprehensive as yours and I do appreciate that you took the time to teach us this information. I'm starting to get into nail art and I'm interested in the longevity of the gel nail polish as well as the milky quality of a lot of the colors. There are so many beautiful and vibrant nail colors.

[@Ashleygcrutchfield]

Great video, Liz! I like using both potted and bottled gels. I appreciate you tips for using both! :)

[@ClauPego]

I always hear "taco" when you say "top coat"... Maybe I'm hungry 😜

[@hungkiet7535]

Claudia Pêgo 😛

[@suzpurpler]

so thankful for this! i was struggling w humps esp when using potted gels

[@janetmoss6769]

Thank you so much for taking the time to teach us! You are always so informative!

[@diopets]

Thank you so much, is amazing all the knowledge you have, I never had a teacher that is so in deep like you totally appreciate it.

[@chaqillenikita748]

I totally agree ✔️; she’s such an awesome teacher, isn’t she?!

[@aussieprincess]

I have one of April's hands too. I live in Australia and no one here has made their own. I've followed her for a long time so I'm so happy I have one now.

[@mygeorge1951]

Beautiful! Thank you so much for taking the time to school us...

[@susanbalcon7150]

Wow, you’re awesome, you helped me a lot. Thank you so much. Cheers from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@user-td9uw9ku1w]

Thank you for the very informative videos always Liz 💕💕💕 it really helps for those who didn’t get to learn the lesson like me. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

[@bigtiddyknockers]

Thank you so much for these videos, these have helped so much with how long my nails last. Also I love your signet ring!!!

[@MVPNaildesigns]

Thank you so much for taking the time to show us how to do this properly...love your videos....tysm

[@chloejay8791]

Love the funko pops in the background lol I wish i could take nail classes with you Liz, you’re a good teacher!

[@kristinebaker5477]

Thank you for sharing your videos on basic nail techniques. The videos have really helped me out. Please keep putting out videos 😍💜

[@monalicioushoraes9533]

Thank you so much. Very helpful indeed. Will keep on updating myself with your videos. Keep safe

[@karenmcdoanld8805]

Thank you Liz for this video! You did this along time ago but sometimes I need to refresh!! Also I broke down and bought April's half a hand!!

[@terryfarrell3067]

Thank You!! For your time and knowledge and sharing with us.

[@colleenasteevesbos6975]

I love the simple applications first. That way, like you said, can advance to the others steps. I've learned so much from your videos. Thank you for educational videos.

[@sullyacademia2518]

Thank you for your tips today's Saturday.. I like it the way you put. And pushing and pooling.. I have i dea what i need.. Your good a teacher ma'am

[@victoriacampuzano]

Very good advice Liz!!! To practice on our own! That’s the way how we determine if we’ll offer a product on our store! Thank you for sharing!

[@kwmonters1]

You videos are excellent! I am so grateful for this. My practices on my nails or my models are greatly improving because of all your helpful tips and well noted attention to details. 😀👍🏽

[@ancar133]

You are the best Liz. Thank you.

[@ItsMeDee60]

Great job again. I am loving how you are taking your time and showing us what to do. I am working long with you and learning so much. Thank you, cant wait for the next one.

[@sacredwaters9]

Your videos are really helpful! I love it! Practice, Practice, Practice! YES... :)

[@kompheakkennison7189]

You are a good teacher !! I really wanted to learn but I no have school nail near me.

[@juanajuarez6429]

This is the first time watch ur video and I got alot of information thank you

[@apwhoa7767]

Yay, thanks for the discount code on the practice hand.

[@xk3ll3yx]

I love your videos, so detailed and informative. Love your style. Thank you gorgeous!😊👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I’m learning it all from you and just tried your soak off method, worked like a charm!

[@itsjsmelaniesbakery]

Thanks you very much Liz . Always appreciate ur effort:)

[@jo-annandrews1904]

Elizabeth you are so pretty.I love you eye brows!😊 Thanks for teaching me . 😺

[@catheriner2615]

I know I'm late watching this but I've recently found you. Your information has been a game changer for me. I only do my own nails but this information has allowed me to go from total novice to more than acceptable in one application. So THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. YOU are my new must have in my nail kit. Honestly, I am so grateful. 🥰

[@Biz_Prof]

Hello. I just found her too and want to do my own nails. What products do you buy that will sell to non-professionals like us?

[@catheriner2615]

@@Biz_Prof You can buy online.

[@butterflykisses-ritagather126]

Thank you so VERY very much for this AMAZING video and all the information! It's just awesome to learn from you.... Kindest regards

[@zoilafernandez5080]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience 💕

[@joannewildhaber7918]

Loved this video tut! Full of basic but such important info!!!

[@jo-annandrews1904]

This was great because a can hear what you are demonstrating. 💅🏻 No stupid music.🎼

[@nariskaschoeman1768]

I love this video ( and course of videos) ... i also file a bit at the end after the top coat and i always stress about the seal... you are extremely reassuring and so helpfull thank you so much

[@SamiKay1luv]

I was applying all wrong and explains why it started to come up on the edges! Thank you

[@lizhope3019]

Brilliant video - as always! Thanks soooo much

[@jurseygurl4496]

Thank you so much! You make it all so easy, I love watching your videos!

[@ntran3222]

Love!!! Thanks for all your nail tips.

[@didirocks1000]

Thank you for suggesting cleaning the nail with alcohol i did notice that acetone did do that well plus it made the nail look white and didn't look that clean. So thank you 😊

[@mindytrace9396]

that's so awesome i would like to get a manicure.

[@she_be]

Your gel videos are THE BEST! Do you have any demonstrating how to do and maintain a gel overlay on your natural nails?

[@TheNailHub]

We will get into that when we talk about artificial enhancements. :)

[@leonadior8640]

Excellent video, thank you so much ! I just bought the gel products and I will do my nails for the first time :) thank you once again and wish you all the best !

[@roxannemillhollin1450]

Thank you very informative

[@lelarobinson2854]

That last trick with the file is genius! Thanks!

[@Vote4Pedro211]

What color are YOU wearing? 😍😍😍

[@tatianapimentel4535]

Thank you so much!!! You no idea how much I needed this!

[@christinamatzen4214]

Thank you for your videos :) you’re a great teacher, your explanations are so thorough. I was wondering if you could do a video about really light polishes and the shadowing that happens. I’ve had such bad luck and I know I’m doing it wrong but I can’t figure out how to fix it. I’m talking about colors from Light Elegance like Show me the Honey, Nude with Attitude, Pink Tutu, yellowjacket, pastel blue - colors like that. The only time I have success is when I put a ton on in one coat, super thick. It works but it doesn’t look good on a gel manicure. If you could speak to that it would be so great :) Thank you for your time!

[@TheNailHub]

Will do!

[@nikky5626]

Thank you. Taking this and trying it. Can wait for the next step/ video

[@closed4393]

Good video on basic gel polish application. 😍

[@sandravella3198]

Great information!! Great pace and I love that you are starting from the basics. It's awesome that I can go back to the videos when I need to. Thank you for your hard work on bringing this to us!! 💅

[@jorethasimons9883]

Great video! Thanx grl

[@izz-zana391]

Thank YOU!!!