COMMON MISTAKES | Dip Powder Nails | Beginner Basics Series

[@tammyt.b.1078]

I've been dipping for a yesr and a half but still found a couple helpfuls. One thing I found when I've hardened top coat brushes Is, they are removable from the cap. Amazon sells replaceable brushes in a bag. Buy not only that, the original brush can be soaked over night in acetone (I use a small jar with lid), wash with soap & water, let dry and it is reusable too.

[@xoxogirl1823]

Thanks for the tip😄

[@Mspuddin67]

Thank you for the tip.

[@makingsmiles]

I just take my brush that needs to be cleaned and change it with the one in the bottle of brush cleaner, when I need to change it again, it's ready to go!

[@Beditsol]

nice, you can also get brush saver although im not to sure if thats what they are used for but i just think so but im not sure.

[@R0yALtyS]

Great tip, thanks!

[@junetonelli5501]

You are awesome! I used to do my dip nails about three years ago myself and then I stopped doing them. I went last month and had them done at a salon for $55 and they came beautiful! Now it’s time to take them off I said wow this is going to be challenging. So I just saw your video and said wow I can do that myself again. I’ll just be careful about all these mistakes. I have all the stuff I had so I’m going to try on my own again thanks for all the tips.💜

[@Connie-sx7nz]

Planning to do my first dip today 🤞🏽 so I found your video very helpful. I just want to give a big shout out to that one finger that was sacrificed for our knowledge. Your sacrifice was not in vain 😂 thank you.

[@CaroleAnnette]

LOL 😆 THANK YOU!! It felt like a sacrifice after I was done with this video 🥲😅

[@Connie-sx7nz]

@@CaroleAnnette I saw a little red spot on your finger that might be blood. Poor finger 😂

[@kammycreative]

This video is so helpful.. the product videos just shows a quick minute video and skips all these steps to make the products look so easy to use.. and then you wonder why you don’t get the same results

[@brandijohnson9911]

Where have you been all my dipping life??? Oh my goodness, you literally just helped me have the best dip session I have ever had. #1fan

[@kellyt285]

I wish I watched this video before my first attempted... my nails are a mess but I’m going to redo them and take my time and do them right

[@alaina8227]

Same!

[@jackeline4748]

Litterly y I'm watching this 🤣😂😋

[@alexandranixon9598]

@@jackeline4748 literally me after messing mine up twice in a row yesterday 😂😂 my nails are all peeled and bleeding

[@Alexandra-ix3be]

Same good luck 👍

[@Walkinfaith12]

Great video I have made many mistakes

[@janel-christine]

Here’s a tip ☝🏼 When doing your first layer go to your mid nail & down stroke with the brush, not all the way to the top by cuticle. Doing this will add a nice curve to the nail vs looking straight & flat on top :)

[@Mandynailedit]

The apex method is amazing! But here's another tip: if the nail you're adding dip color already has an apex, just do two or three thin layers over the entire nail. Doing an apex over an apex doesn't come out so great lol I learned that the hard way. Sometimes I'll build my apex with clear first

[@lorifisher2388]

In your opinion, what brand of adhesive is best for long lasting manicure?

[@frescOO8]

I’d say 3/4 where the apex should be and then the rest near the cuticle looks thin and flawless.

[@Resa-vm6fk]

Great tip!

[@carolasandrakaty]

Why would I want it curved? Is that a thing? Is that powder so thick? Sorry, I never had powder nails...

[@jennifersparrs7501]

I’ve been using dip powder for a month and couldn’t get my nails to turn out like I wanted them. These tips helped me achieve the perfect dip manicure! Thank you so much!

[@CaroleAnnette]

So glad it helped! 🥰

[@dm613]

What I do with the top coat is generally do my dip through the activator in the evening, and wait until the next day to put top coat. I wash my hands in water only, no soap, dry them, and then do the top coats, waiting between coats. I've ruined bottles of top coat at the beginning by not waiting after the activator. This tip is also great for moms because it gives you a good stopping point if the kids need you!

[@daharasmom]

Thank you! I ruined two brushes before i saw this!

[@dm613]

@@daharasmom You're welcome! Not just the brush; if the activator gets into the top coat, the whole thing can harden up!

[@MEDICATEDMERMAIDxx]

Absolutely amazing video. The fact that you SHOWED what people are doing wrong first !!! And you were right. They were the most common mistakes lol thanks for the amazing tips

[@CaroleAnnette]

Glad you enjoyed it!💖💖

[@joannhobbs7444]

I just ordered my first starter kit. I’m so glad I found this video before it gets here. Thank you for the tips!

[@CaroleAnnette]

🙌 good luck on your first dip! You got this!

[@LaylaRoseification]

I just did my first dip today…I SO wish I found this first! My nails are so bumpy and basically a hot mess. Can’t wait to try again with these tips! I definitely need to buff my heart out.

[@CaroleAnnette]

We’ve all been there 🥺🥲 you got this 👏🏼 🙌

[@bbthedollyt8261]

Same i just got a kiss dip Nail kit and the look scary but i cant get them off lol

[@brooklynday8182]

Mine look like a hot mess as well and I just did them this afternoon. Definitely hope my next set look better. Thank you for the tip on flooding the cuticle! That’s exactly what happened to mine

[@hennahannnah]

I’ve been doing my own nails for a year and still have technique questions. My results are pretty good, but it takes *hours* to do them because I’m unknowingly making mistakes and have to correct them. Your videos are just what I need! Count me in as a new subscriber. 😄

[@spotlessPike7869]

I just bought my first dip kit, watching tutorials on how to do it, but the past 2 months I've been getting into doing nail art and nail stamping by myself and it takes me hours to do it too lol

[@carlanickle7750]

I also just bought my nail dip powder kit. I have not used it yet so any help that I can get will be greatly appreciated. Have a great day 😊

[@shirleymcmillan2629]

I am new to doing my dip nails at home, my first time made lots of mistakes. Like this video.

[@ladydocious2253]

I wish I saw this 2-years ago. I tried your method and this is the best my nails have ever looked and I thought they use to look so nice.

[@tonyasavage7809]

Thank you, I've done my nails 3x and after watching this video I think the next set will turn out much nicer!

[@jesussavesall8454]

Update please

[@franceshale8283]

Fantastic advice thank you great tips. I have been doing my own manicure for three years, although I have to use a lamp to cure the product i use your advise is Brillant.

[@erbear3076]

I never knew you were supposed to “prime” your hand files. Lol. I literally learn something new everyday! Thanks for the tip!

[@cdivine011]

Huh! I didn't know that a new file could be bad for your skin/nails. I mean, well, now I do! Lol. Thank you so much! This showed and answered "problems" I didn't know we're problems or shouldn't be doing until I watched this! Wow! I'm so glad I watched this before doing my nails again.

[@PeacePiece2000lmcb66]

Thank you so much, Carole Annette!! I really appreciate the time you've taken to do this video. It's an active kindness. Been doing my nails for a little while now since COVID ( immuno compromised ). Was getting bored, so decided I would learn to do nails on my own, but only discovered dip kits last spring. II have had most of these problems, criticized myself severely, despite getting lots of compliments. I did not realize there were solutions which mostly require a little patience. I will be checking out your channel for more wonderful advice!

[@CaroleAnnette]

Thank you for the kind praise 🙏🏻💖 I’m happy you found this video helpful! I hope you enjoy what you see and if you ever need any help with anything nail related, just holler 📣 and I’ll help you the best I can. 🥰

[@HANDSMOM05]

Kudos to you! you hit all of my mistakes! wish i had seen your vid first. Thank you for your thoroughly informative video!

[@CaroleAnnette]

Glad it was helpful! 💖🥰🙌

[@juliesewelldarlo824]

Hi, great vid. Very helpful. After a few days my dip nails can peal/ping off. Any tips to prevent this?

[@susancornwall515]

My nail tech moved so I decided to dip. I didn't take the time Friday when I did them so I took the time today. I've watched many of your videos and they've been so helpful! My nails turned our much better!

[@CaroleAnnette]

I’m so glad I could help in some way 💖

[@zainebm3499]

This was SO helpful. For so long I struggled with dip because these brands advertise their kits being a complete set for a manicure. Not true at all and led to me quitting dipping so many times after being a hot mess. After doing my research and practicing so much I finally got good at it!

[@lalazee7199]

What brands do you use 🤗

[@dobetta7776]

You have a talent for instructing and I like that you demonstrate what not to do so I subscribed. Thank you.

[@justinekwiecinski]

I started to dip last year and changed to gel because I had these issues. I just started again and this helped so much. Thank you!

[@GigLifewithLexi]

Best video I've seen on this! Thank you so much, it's very helpful!

[@soanechko]

Gracias por la traducción , asi da gusto cuando no se entiende el inglés Nueva suscriptora 😍

[@j.whiteoak6408]

Very handy information! I have everything I need, and am planning to try it out on my next mani - but I don't want to mess it up, especially as I have learned how to do the perfect gel manicure, and even how to do my own Gel-X nails whenever I break a natural nail - and they truly look and feel like a natural nail. I'd love to try dipping, though .. it just looks so easy, but I'm reticent to try it due to all of the pitfalls. But then I was afraid to try gel, and I very quickly became 'an expert' with it, thanks to KZbin. I will be re-playing your video before I try it, though!

[@dottiemoore9112]

I'm with you Kelly, I wish I would have watched this before doing my first dip!

[@michellelyman7092]

well I think you need more subscribers because you are really giving us so much useful information in a very pleasant way

[@CaroleAnnette]

You’re so kind! Thank you ☺️

[@janeybaby069]

Thank you so much for this…. Have just bought a s******d of nail dip powders & all of the varnishes, am hoping I’ve not messed up!!! So much useful info, appreciated xx

[@TheZenGinger]

New subscriber here... I LOVE the "priming your files" tip! I've cut, or scraped my cuticles, too many times and I've never thought to file the edges! THANKS! 😃

[@ProdigalDaughter71]

I did my nails twice this month and now I understand why they came out so badly! LOL I cut my fingers twice from the nail files, cuticles were flooded and have bumpy bulky, warped nails. They don't look as bad as that sounds, but they aren't good still. I'll definitely be using these techniques to do better. Thank you so much!!

[@kbuck8267]

You are on point!!!! This is by far the most helpful, fun, and captivating tutorial ever!

[@lesliebblack]

Great tips Carole! I LOVE the chunky pink glitter on your left ring finger…can you share info about it? I’d love to get my hands on it!!

[@CaroleAnnette]

It’s called “Jem” by SolDips 🩷 soldips.com/products/jem

[@lesliemartin5559]

I've been using dip powder for 2 years now but still learned some things from your video. I have always used a soft brush to brush off excess powder and have contaminated several bottles of base because of the bottle brush picking up powder that was left on my nails. I am now switching to a toothbrush as you recommended!

[@MM-fl2jg]

When the bottles are contaminated do they go thick and gluggy? This is whats happened to my Revel Base Coat and Top Coat. The gel thinner isn't helping either :(

[@CaroleAnnette]

Yes 😭🥺 and there’s a point of no return, where the gel thinner will no longer help and you need a new bottle.

[@MM-fl2jg]

@@CaroleAnnette thank you for your reply! Think I will need to throw the bottles out, they're impossible to work with!

[@staceycountryman4632]

Do you have any videos for dipping using a nail tip? I have a lump where they meet and need some techniques for getting a smoother finish.

[@shannonmagin8706]

This is a great dip tutorial. Thanks for doing it! 😄

[@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm]

Love this video! I’ve been doing acrylic nails since I was in my teens til my early 30s, and then glue on nails since then. Now want to try dip nails, and your video taught me a lot. Thanks bunches for all this good information. ❤

[@rhondaphillips1730]

Ok yes I have made all of those mistakes you are talking about. Thank you.

[@danielledierking4227]

This was so helpful!! Would you mind sharing where you got your glasses/the brand?

[@CaroleAnnette]

Thank you! And yes! I’ve actually gotten a few requests before so I added the website link and style name in the description box of the video. The link is one of the first few links I share.

[@estiascott4242]

Thanks for this. I'm glad I watched before I started dipping. I think I'm going to get mine done professionally before I start doing them on my on. Too many mistakes to make and I want to watch her first.

[@CaroleAnnette]

That’s really smart!

[@kcnnanna]

This is my plan too. I've gotten it done once and I'll go once or twice more (this month and maybe the next) so I'll be ready. I also ordered a cheap kit (Kiss nails) with a light color powder so that even if I make a mistake, it won't be as noticable.

[@nayaritcolon3142]

This video was soooo helpful!! I have struggled where it’s super bumpy in some areas of the nail and it’s so hard to smooth it out and get rid of it.

[@nicolavallance1002]

Awesome tutorial! Ty! Now I know why my top coat brush was hardening. Total newbie over here

[@CaroleAnnette]

Happens to the best of us!

[@lashellbangert2155]

I did mine they look pretty darn good for the first time! No lumps, no filing. I’m so pleased. Mom had me do hers they turn out great too. I am not a professional for sure. Nailboo

[@CaroleAnnette]

That’s amazing!!

[@1957katlady]

Do you know where I could find tips to put on and then the dip them? Thank you for the helpful tips.

[@maryanneviola752]

Thank you for this video. I totally messed up my last dip powder manicure. My next one will be better.

[@lindsaymiller5210]

Thank you for Sacrificing a nail for this!! Super helpful!!

[@artchicke3653]

Wow this was super super informative and thorough because my nails were looking like cotton balls because I didn’t know that you can buff him to get them to the right shape. Two questions though - 1-After you buff too much and you start losing pigment is that when you put the clear dip powder to continue buffing? 2-And can you just wipe your brush with paper towel after each tip alone or do you have to use the brush saver liquid each time?

[@CaroleAnnette]

@@artchicke3653 glad this helped!! 1. You apply clear dip powder as your final layer of dip powder before activating your nails, thus before filing and buffing them. This will help ensure it doesn’t lose pigment! 2. You don’t have to use the brush saver each time if you’re wiping on the paper towel and if your brush isn’t getting hard.

[@yolyrom7233]

Most thorough video tutorial so far!

[@ivetten8502]

Do you have a video for persons that have nail ridges on their nails? Does work doing nail powder

[@CaroleAnnette]

I don’t have a video covering nail ridges. Dip powder will cover in those ridges and you can get the dip powder smooth when shaping and buffing 🥰

[@ivetten8502]

@@CaroleAnnette thank you soo much I recently purchased peppi nails I am a beginner on dip nails but I am curious if it would work doing it when there's nail ridges

[@TrappedinSLC]

It does. I have pitting from psoriasis and dip fills it in nicely. That said I do add an extra step - I do a base layer or two to get a good coat all over, then I harden that with the activator and file/buff to get a nice even thin layer with all the pits filled in and smoothed out. Then wipe off dust/activator residue and resume dipping to finish to your desired end result as normal. I find I get a nicer end result this way than if I build all the layers and need to buff/file a ton at the end to get rid of all the lumpiness from the underlying pitting. Also then you don’t risk having to file through your clear cap at a particularly high point. I usually use a natural/nude color for the first layer then do the finish layers with whatever color I like - saves wasting the pretty colors by applying them just to file it off again.

[@monicataylor7871]

The kit I got came with cuticle pusher, soft ish brush, files with different grits, as well as a heal oil for the end. It came with bond liquid to put on after you push cuticles and file/buff your nails and sanitise, to prevent oils affecting the bond. then the base for dips, the seal to activate, and the glow top coat. Only thing it didn't come with was a sanitizer of any sort to sanitise with.

[@cariensmit4467]

Hi there, thanks for the tips. Are "dip" base and top polishes the same as "normal gel" base and top polishes?

[@CaroleAnnette]

They’re not the same. 🤗 Dip Base + Top are air dry. Gel Base + top need to cure in a UV/LED lamp

[@ariste1]

I came across your videos and so glad I found you! Excellent tips and tutorial! Where can I purchase that pink nail rest you use?

[@nikolemirlot698]

Thank you for your kindness and great video. I only wonder is it some irritation or dermatitis around your nails on your skin due to these products?

[@CaroleAnnette]

Thank you. I have sensitive skin and this happens even without products on my nails, while using my hands. We moved last year and my nails didn’t have product on it and it was a brutal time for my skin packing all those boxes 😅😅

[@nikolemirlot698]

@@CaroleAnnette Oh I hope it gets better soon ☺️🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@simple_naildesigns]

@@CaroleAnnette I have dermatitis and it’s the worst to have my hands on camera on bad days 😌🥺

[@courtneyweller8094]

Game changing!!! Thank you so much

[@kimyoung3541]

Great video! What is the thing called that you rested your finger on?

[@CaroleAnnette]

It’s a finger rest by Liquid Layers. It’s linked in the video description 💕

[@msaaronlerey]

This is excellent! I’m getting ready to start dipping and I feel much better prepared. Thank you!

[@adrianatiller85]

Me too 💃🏻

[@heidifluteatl]

What a great video. I learned so much!! I am the Queen of flooding my cuticles. Thank you for showing me that starting at the back of the nail with lots of goopy liquid is not the way to go lol best wish is Heidi in Atlanta

[@lisathomson3057]

Great video, thanks. On another subject, is that builder gel on your natural nails? How do you apply it? With a brush from a little tub or from a nail polish type bottle? Thanks

[@CaroleAnnette]

Yes it is 🥰 I’ve done both a tub and a bottle. Either one is great. If you have time and want to watch a few tutorials, I have a playlist of my builder gel videos: kzbin.info/aero/PLTg4My-2GEtg8IUAxmSDKrIdiKynXIoQ-

[@ann5376]

This is very helpful information, thank you so much for sharing!!

[@brendabaker9710]

Great tips! These have become so popular and we're all ready to quit paying a fortune for our nails! I'm about to do them again I will use your tips this time thank you!

[@athanasiat6755]

Dip coat and base are the same with coat and base that we use for acrylic nails or not??

[@meganboyles8768]

This was the BEST video! Thank you SOOO much for this!!!

[@CaroleAnnette]

I’m so glad you loved it 🥰

[@ashleypaquette74]

Thank you 💕 ive been struggling with this is doesnt help that every brand is different, and the nail tutorials and 2 min and extremely basics ans they dont talk about the does and donts, thanks again

[@CaroleAnnette]

Anytime!! I found that to be a problem too when I first started dipping. So many things I had to learn through trial and error 😞

[@annettereed6146]

I just ordered my first dip powder set. I wish I would have done more research. I will definately be watching tutorials for beginners before I attempt this. Thanks for the info.

[@danminard-su5mn]

I have a question so I learned the hard way that you need to clean your brush with 100% acetone between each and every topcoat to prevent the brush from hardening I’ve been using modelone dip powders and I did not know that wiping after the layer of activator with alcohol can prevent the brush from clumping is that with every brand or do you happen to know if the model one brand in specific you’re able to wipe with alcohol after the activator layer to prevent topcoat brush from hardening

[@CaroleAnnette]

I personally don’t have to do that when I use ManiBoss dip liquids! They’re my favorite. Thin formula and hard to contaminate/harden the brushes! maniboss.com/collections/liquids-and-mani-essentials

[@siukeygarcia3272]

I just started dipping two days ago and this video was extremely helpful. Thank you so much.

[@daphnekong8281]

Looking forward to trying nail dip on my own after watching this video. Thank you!!!

[@kimberlymcbrideXoXo87]

Wow I wish I saw this months ago I have lost so many brushes due to the activator and top coat mixing and could never figure out why that happened.. thank you so much for all these videos 😘

[@diannatuttle6112]

Thanks for the tips and tricks. I do have a question though. I've noticed that on some tutorials other people are saying to use a gel base coat and a gel top coat instead of the dip powder basis and top coats what is your opinion on this? I've not done dip Nails yet all my supplies just came today so I came out to watch more videos and I found yours

[@CaroleAnnette]

The appeal to dip powder is the fact that you don’t need gel or a curing lamp to use the system. Those who are using gel to do the dip routine are doing the “gel method”. It’s very common for those who experience sensitivities to the dip powder liquids.

[@rocksanddavidson4543]

Thank u for ur help, I definitely put too much on my nail and was supposed to do 3 coats and ended up doing 2, buy they looked so bad

[@1231234mimi]

What did you start out with on your nails? Is that an acrylic overlay? Could you just use dip powder as an overlay itself on natural nail?

[@beberivera7011]

I also use a cosmetic wedge to press the powder into the dip base after I've dipped. Not too much pressure but a bit of a firm pressure to help create more of a shape.

[@CaroleAnnette]

This is interesting! I definitely want to give this a try.

[@ngiovando]

​@@CaroleAnnette What was your experience with a wedge?! Good? Bad? Enquiring minds would like to know!

[@altesse77]

What if you want to add tips onto your nails. I just did that last night and used gel nail glue. They popped right off. I buffed them before hand and all. What about using an efile? Could I use that to prepare my nail and buff it? So much easier.

[@sheiladewhurst-taylor248]

What brands have you found the best thank you

[@crystaltilley804]

Can I use an electric buffer like on a nail drill instead if manually buffing. Just asking because I have fibromyalgia and a lot of back-and-forth with my arms makes my wrists and arms for a sore

[@nph136]

These tips were super helpful !!

[@piginpink]

I just made my first attempt with dipping and, although I followed all the instructions of the brand, I did make some of those mistakes. I will try to remove it now and try again tomorrow. For the videos I have been watching, removing seems to be a time consuming process.

[@enikoweinberger6581]

Great video! Thank you Carole for the educational tips!

[@kellykelly6272]

I feel like you watched me do my nails and made a video about me! Thank you!

[@beccahart3298]

I did my nails for the first time yesterday and I made literally every mistake 😅 no wonder they popped off in 1 day (I knew it was user error).

[@TheLeanneka]

Love your lip color in this vid! What brand/color is it?

[@CaroleAnnette]

I wish I remembered 😢 I know it’s a glossy color from ColourPop, that’s all I can remember.

[@mookzmom]

Very nice video. I tried dipping several years ago, and accumulated lots of Revel an Sparkle &Co products. Unfortunately, I didn't have a lot of good knowledge, and damaged my nails. I became discouraged and switched to gel. Now, perhaps I should revisit my dips. Great information here. Thanks!

[@jordantaylor9531]

Great advice but I HAVE to know where you got your glasses?!?! Lol. Love them!

[@CaroleAnnette]

Thank you! I got them from Firmoo! www.firmoo.com/eyeglasses-p-5436.html

[@CaroleAnnette]

Oh and the website has a referral system! Here’s a 50% off code: Carole0308567

[@jordantaylor9531]

@@CaroleAnnette you're the best! Thanks girl!

[@TwistedGypsy32]

Such a helpful video. Thank you so much❤

[@cecimelendezmulero7886]

I just wish I'd see you before my firt trial!! It's ok, I will try agai 😁

[@renferal5290]

I found this very helpful. I'm just starting to try doing this at home as I am tired of paying so much money to get them done at a salon. I just ordered everything that I will need and after watching some more of your videos, I will start to practice :)

[@sashasaint-sulne518]

Im going to start doing my nails too. How is it going?

[@renferal5290]

@@sashasaint-sulne518 I am slowing improving and figuring stuff out. I seem to have to best luck using the dipping power rather then poly gel. The real important thing is that your nails are prepped properly. I'm working on that bit LOL

[@mrscurtisloew0424]

Same!!! I love having my nails done but hate paying those prices!!

[@meganleigh27]

What prop are you using to support your finger as you paint them?

[@CaroleAnnette]

It’s a finger rest by liquid layers. liquidlayers.studio/shop/ Save 10% off with code CAROLE10

[@debb3265]

Currently thinking I want to try dip powder nails. I haven't decided on what product to order. Kinda leaning to Kiara Sky or may try Kiss starter kit to start and see if I like it before buying an expensive kit. Which brand would you recommend?

[@CaroleAnnette]

If you have a bad experience with a Brand because their quality isn’t that great, then you likely won’t stick with dipping. To give yourself the best chance with a great quality brand, I highly recommend starting with an indie brand such as ManiBoss. Their liquids are incredible and they have smaller jars. Kiara Sky only sells 1oz size, and if you’re dipping at home, you’ll rarely ever go through a 1oz jar. Most of mine are 0.25oz

[@tabbygrogan8690]

I have used the kiss brand and starting out personally its the best cause its cheap and helps you get used to the products first before spending a ton of money

[@chaderopla1247]

I thought my top coat was just cheap and expired but I just learned the hard way I was getting activator in my top coat! If I wash my hands after letting the activator do its job and then also apply alcohol would there be much activator residue left?

[@CaroleAnnette]

Washing your hands and/or wiping the activator with rubbing alcohol should do the trick! I only wipe with rubbing alcohol and never have any issues with the top coat hardening anymore 🙌

[@bdaypartyspanish]

Loved the video and fixes for the don't too! But If top coat starts to harden is there something to use to save it? Do you use rubbing alcohol after activated then buff then top ? Or activator buff then alcohol ?

[@CaroleAnnette]

I usually let my brush sit in the bottle for 24-48 hours and it softens up naturally. If it happens too often, at some point it will stay ruined :( The latter, activate, buff and then rubbing alcohol to clean the dust off.

[@isabelnovoa1244]

Thanks for the video, trully helpful! I use revel nail and cannot get an even shiny finish, my nails are Matt on certain areas, could you help me know why?

[@CaroleAnnette]

The activator will play a huge role in this. What brand dip top coat are you using?

[@janeymonster9470]

Omg, filing the file edges. This could have saved me so much pain if I'd learned sooner. Thank you!

[@deboraleyba1921]

Excellent video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@laramartin3528]

This is literally the most helpful video.

[@CaroleAnnette]

Thank you 💛

[@emmapoe2746]

I have a question on your nails after you remove that you put some cuticle oil? And when you are reapplying the dip do you leave the oil around the cuticle?

[@CaroleAnnette]

If I don’t plan on doing my nails immediately, I do apply cuticle oil. But it’s very important to remove all oils before doing your nails again, as the oil can cause lifting.

[@sonshinesunflower]

I’ve got all of my supplies here, ready to do my own dip nails 💅 for the very 1st time! I watched a zillion tutorials, but I NOW FEEL READY TO ACTUALLY DO THEM! THANK YOU FOR SHARING! 😊

[@CaroleAnnette]

🙌 yessss!!! Sending you good vibes on your first time!!! 🥳🌸

[@Khlonna]

Thank you so much for this video! It's super informative!

[@merediths.2764]

Very helpful. Thank you! Where is the link to the list of supplies needed that you mentioned at the beginning of the video?

[@CaroleAnnette]

It’s here 🥰 www.amazon.com/shop/caroleannette