Dip Powder Problems part 2: Peel base, application, filing, nailfies, removal, repair, and answers!

[@frmr121]

Chemist here! Traditional acrylic and dip are both acrylics but they are chemically slightly different, dip is actually a little stronger and it is typically found in a finer grain!

[@maryfrancen1765]

Thank you for explaining the difference I have been trying to find out if I could use both but you have just told me no I really can't especially since I have very weak nails due to being albino

[@frmr121]

@@maryfrancen1765 I have very thin, weak and brittle nails and dip powder works best for me, with 3 coats protecting my nails they are actually able to grow long which I've never been able to do!

[@knoname1092]

@@frmr121 Fellow thin nail person. Which brand of powder do you prefer using? Also how do you remove it from your nails with damaging the nail bed?

[@GuidetteExpert]

Rebecca Imbriglio I have such weak nails too and used the powder version the first time now! It doesnt feel much as if my fake nails will fall of or break like gel nails!

[@subtleimbroglio]

@@knoname1092 I have really thin nails and I can say that the acetone needed to remove these products isn't thin nail friendly. That doesn't mean that you can't use these things, though! Limit your exposure to acetone by properly removing your nails when you do a whole soak off by first filing as much product as possible or by using peel base. If you use two coats of a pink or clear dip powder under peel off, you can just take the color off and fill the base. The powders themselves are pretty gentle on the nails and give me hard nails for once and that's why I love them.

[@justpippyj]

I LOVE that I didn't have to watch 50 videos to have every Q. & A.! Great tutorial....great info. YOU covered a ton of troubleshooting And THANK YOU! 😍Also ...your nails and hands are Lovely!🥰

[@MarlaKris]

So glad this was helpful for you!! And thank you bunches!! 🥹🫶💞

[@tammieyoung6386]

this was a lot in the video but very necessary... i have appreciation for videos that show errors. nail tech (self-taught or professionally trained) that only show "perfect" videos make it hard to accept personal errors when we try... thanks for being honest and real. no shade to those with little to no errors but just thanking you for full disclosure is all...

[@MarlaKris]

Perfection is an illusion! Thank you for your kindness 🫶🏻💞

[@Likaye-b9t]

I can e-file like a mofo with my dominant hand but I just can’t with my non dominant. My nails look like cousins 3 times removed.

[@mandyy3195]

I have learned so much about dipping properly after watching so many of your videos. You are amazing! Thank you!

[@judysalisbury3363]

Thank you so much for all you do! You answer, like, love, respond, or acknowledge everyone's questions and comments. I don't even know how you find the time or energy. Lol. Just know you're very appreciated and loved!! 🤗😁

[@MarlaKris]

You make my heart smile! Thank you for your sweet words! I’m just happy to be here and to be apart of this amazing community 💕

[@jae1880]

To help anyone with chipping at the free edge, do a second layer of clear powder. It was a game changer for me

[@kikushhhh]

so you do two layers of colour and then two layers of clear? or clear, color 2x, clear?

[@y.c.6181]

Thank you for including the nub club issues in this video. So appreciated!!!!!!!

[@Lclugo636]

I find her voice and laugh relaxing lol I love your videos

[@maryfrancen1765]

I was terrified of an efile but I bought one and I started at one and slowly worked my way up as I gained confidence with each number

[@debbiebifolck4291]

I know this is a year later but this video was VERY helpful. I don't have an issue with lifting probably because my prep is good but my problem lies with too much bulk at the cuticle line. My use of an efile is a work in progress but I notice that you hold it very close to the drill bit. Makes more since. There's more control holding it that way. Thanks!❤️

[@MarlaKris]

You’re exactly right! That allows for more precise control. I’m so glad this was helpful! Thanks for watching 💕

[@corteltube]

Just did my first dip…I got an allergy while going to a “reputable” salon. I really feel they were a bit sloppy and when I engaged the techs about this it was not received well….and I got a horrid reaction over time. To both acrylic and then gel, so I found you and dip…I am thrilled. I am not prone to allergies otherwise, but I am afraid to use anything but low odor by a window with a filter and a mask 😂🤣. …but so far so good. My nails feel perfect and look great. Learning a lot here on how to perfect it. Couldn’t be happier. Hope I don’t develop an allergy to the ‘liquids’ if that is even possible. 😬. I have never had allergy issues to anything in my life…so it was a scary, and I spent months growing out healthy natural nails again and deciding whether or not to try to try dip for strength. I work closely with people in my business and use my hands a lot and want my nails to look nice. Thanks for all the information. I want to do this right. ☺️. New subscriber here.

[@akiens67]

Hi , just started watching your videos I think they are very informative love them - I just started using the dip and love it. I saw that you use it with gel so I tried it and love it

[@MarlaKris]

Welcome to the family, sweets!! 🫶🏻

[@oliviah1561]

I was getting cloudiness from my clear powder until I switched to sparkle and co clear powder. Also switched from kiara sky liquids to sparkle and co and I find my finished product is much less bulky and more even color application. At this point I’m using strictly S&C products and loving them!

[@caitmlp]

Oh my word!! This color is GORGEOUS!!! I want it!

[@MarlaKris]

Isn’t it stunning? 😍

[@caitmlp]

@@MarlaKris The link does not work anymore. Is there another way to purchase this product?

[@MarlaKris]

@@caitmlp ya know what.. the owner just had a baby this week. The shop may be closed temporarily. I’ll check in with her and report back! 💙

[@rebeccagill5955]

What an awesome video!! I found the filing advice especially helpful. I’m a bit of an agro filer. 😂 going to try slowing down for shaping, and going up in grit for de-bulking. Thanks Marla!!

[@ruli102]

If it doesn't work, try double capping in clear. That's what I do, and it works for me. I am Heavy with the files.

[@audreydevalckeneer8277]

I just love your natural nails with that pink acrylic on, it is so natural! Could you give the name of the product/couple you used? Thank you 😊

[@ardenrose3524]

Loved the hand washing advice!! I had been washing my hands to remove nail dust from prep and that was causing separation. Also applying a full coat of base before applying dip. Great advice!! Thank you!!

[@tammyg2631]

So love this video! I've found when I do a gel top coat I put bottle in a little bowl of super hot water! Makes applying top coat so smoothly!!

[@Amandasplants]

I really loved this very detailed video really thanks ready for an updated just gettinf into dips so excited to try out some of your techniques

[@MarlaKris]

Thanks so much, love! ❤️

[@corteltube]

Your videos are so thorough.

[@teresawells4918]

Thanks for all the tips! Beautiful color

[@ruli102]

You are amazing, thank you for putting in the work to help us make our nails beautiful! For the heavy handed filers, me, what I do, that has been working so far, I double cap in clear to avoid filing into my color. Even with a 180 file, I take it too far, the 240 is too fine, and my top coat doesn't stick. This, works for me, and hopefully helps someone else.

[@janegaton4109]

Hi Juli what clear powder do you use? Thanks girl.

[@ruli102]

@@janegaton4109 Kiara Sky all in one clear and sparkle and Co clear.

[@emoore4876]

That color is gorgeous!

[@MarlaKris]

Isn’t it?! 😍

[@bettyhall5732]

Hi I'm new a find that patience is the biggest thing for me slow down take your time.

[@MarlaKris]

Hey love! Welcome to the family!! You’re 100% right - patience is KEY!! 💞

[@mariehaskins7604]

I’m learning so much from you. I am new to using dip powder and can use the tips. Thank you

[@MarlaKris]

It’s my pleasure, lovebug!! 🥰❤️

[@eleanisechevarria4611]

OMG i remember the bandaid!!! You still rock it! Like it literally matches your nails!

[@MarlaKris]

Lol yep 😂🤣 that was the injury! Damn peel base 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@eleanisechevarria4611]

@@MarlaKris hey i hurt myself sometimes with the e-file and you know what i do?? Keep doing it because nails must done. So by the end my cuticles are raw missing a few layers! 😂 So you're good 😉

[@Roenjr247]

yes, i did learned something 37:48 lol... to not use cuticle pusher to take off nails.... nha.... you did a great job. I love that color❤💞

[@NadiraJamal]

For me, the shape of the natural nail also seems to affect lifting. Some of my fingers have flatter shapes, and those lift WAY more often than the ones with more average curvature. I don't think there's any fix for this other than being extra careful about all the other things that affect adhesion. I'm hoping the dip method will help. I get much less lifting with gel nails, probably because gel flexes under downward pressure instead of levering. I have gel-x on right now, so I haven't tried it on myself yet, but I've been practicing on swatch sticks, and your advice has been really helpful so far. Also: I'm so glad Sparkle & Co is getting some love! Christy's video was my first intro to dip way back in 2014. Her powders are more expensive than most brands, so I buy my common colors elsewhere, but her specialty dips are FABULOUS, and the quality is top notch.

[@8bandit9]

any tips on doing your dominate hand??? my left hand just does not want to do it neatly! I tend to make those nails thicker.

[@MarlaKris]

I so feel you on this! I do have a few tips: 1- do your dominant hand first. This will help prevent against fatigue later 2- stabilize your hands and wrists as much as possible. Keep them on your nail surface or against each other for support 3- avoid caffeine shakes 4- make sure you’ve eaten 5- pick up the liquid with your dominant hand and transfer to non-dom. That might help you to be more consistent with your application 6- practice! When you swatch, use your non-dom hand! Hope that’s helpful!!

[@jnefitemayep1433]

Perfection does exist. Practice, practice, practice. Love your nails btw

[@nanaznaturalz5436]

Watching you do your nails makes me feel better since I file mine like you do lol. Love the video and all of the answered questions! Thanks for the info!

[@dvanhottie]

Great video! Learn something new every time I stop by!

[@shacoriebenjamin8928]

Thanks for this video.. I still have s question. Do I out peel base coat over tips or full coverage build

[@MarlaKris]

Peel base will go UNDER whatever you want to pop off ❤️

[@debbieprovenson601]

Your very first point addressed my worst pet peeve about nail dip. Sooo many people think dip powder is a mineral powder. Even going as far as to remind people it is vegan and that they are leading a "crunchy" life. Then they get TICKED when people tell them it is acrylic and straight up a chemical. 🙄

[@idkmybffbatman]

When you’re putting on your activator I see you’re not afraid of it getting on your skin. Is that safe or can prolonged exposure cause allergies just the same as gel on the skin?

[@MarlaKris]

Ya know km not 100% sure, as I’m not a chemist or biologist etc BUT I’ve been using activator regularly (2-3x a week) for the last 5-6 years and no fingers have fallen off yet!

[@melodywood1983]

What brand do you recommend for a gel dip, no acrylic, and no lamp for beginners? Thank you 😊

[@MarlaKris]

So.. there’s no such thing as “gel dip”. Dip powder is acrylic. Gel requires a curing lamp.

[@arababe24]

Hi just wondering what is already on your starting nail (what’s underneath the peel base). Is it acrylic or gel? It’s such a pretty light pink color, way nicer than boring clear. TYSM!

[@MarlaKris]

I believe that was IGel medium pink dip powder 💞

[@helga_ho_8268]

Good afternoon. Thanks for the video. I recently started applying a powdery manicure and there is a question: sometimes the finishing layer of the top dries with matte spots. Why is this happening?

[@MarlaKris]

Hey love! Hmm.. are you activating the nails before top coat? Walk me through your process after filing.

[@LookingForThatBlessedHope]

I absolutely love that color but if I remember correctly you said it cannot be bought if it can be bought please let me know I am going to try dipping I’ve never done it before I’ve always had completely natural nails that get very long however my polish doesn’t last and it’s regular polish so I may give dipping a try

[@luvsknitting4378]

Love your mani! I love that color, too. Hope the color is available soon.

[@ldougoux357]

I loved the entire video!.. nice tips

[@trinettacruse5172]

Loved the video and the mani! Jam packed with great info! Thank you so much! You are such a great help! ❤️

[@hannahpogson1996]

I'm sorry this is a year later but your videos are just so helpful especially since I fix one issue and cause another! I love short square nails but I keep getting lifting at the free edge. At the moment I'm trying your peel base technique with clear as a base, but I have to soak off everytime anyway because I get lifting! Any ideas why?

[@MarlaKris]

Square nails are kind of notorious for this. But I would encourage you do dive into your prep routine and see if something is amiss

[@hannahpogson1996]

Yep done that, my prep is good, I even tried changing liquids a couple times. Currently I've got an oval shape to rule out shape. I just love my short squares 😭 but I may just have to come to terms I can't have them! Only thing I haven't been doing is capping my edges so that might help, but I find when I do that it creates a little edge over the top of the nail that then chips off! Thank you so much for your reply 🥰🥰

[@lbsimmons88]

I LOLed at ‘making your nails look related’ 😆

[@aimeehodgin6359]

THANK YOU!!! Happy Thursday! The Good, The Bad & the Ugly...are sooooooooooo righteous!! 2 pretty Thumbs up!!!

[@MarlaKris]

Thank you, darlin!! Happy Thursday!! 💞

[@rishaw3483]

Yup that’s my nails hard to adhere to mainly cause I do housekeeping and my nails get very weak

[@angelaschuetta906]

How do I buy a thousand wishes? Love this color!

[@MarlaKris]

I’m sorry to report her business is temporarily closed due to her new baby!

[@angelaschuetta906]

@@MarlaKris congratulations to her!

[@kerrydreyer1880]

THANK YOU for this video! It was everything and more! Informative with a giggle!

[@MarlaKris]

Lol well I gotta keep a little giggle in there!! 💞

[@nadinesilas-richards395]

AMAZING techniques and tutorial. Can't wait to see your other tutorials.

[@MarlaKris]

Thank you so much! 💞

[@gablofaso]

Awesome start to finish mani!!! Also a beautiful, clean feminine color!! Have a wonderful weekend, my friend! xoxo Gabrielle

[@knitknack2285]

Hi Marla! I’ve used unt peel base and my nails only last a day lol is this normal or do they really last you 4 to 5 days? Thanks so much for all your helpful information!

[@MarlaKris]

It totally depends on the individual. Variables like water exposure and natural body chemistry play a huge roll in longevity 💞

[@knitknack2285]

@@MarlaKris thanks 😊 I had no idea why it was doing that.

[@bonnilass1]

I enjoyed your VERY THOROUGH class. I'm an x nail biter. 5 yrs now and I have very thin natural nails. 70 yrs old and horror stories of acrylic nail use. So I'm eager to see what I can do to safely strengthen my nails. I don't let the edges go over 3mm. They break. But currently have trouble just getting a base coat, 2 primary color coats and a top to not peel off. Like a face mask. Loving the idea of a peel base, but worried about that too. You make it look so easy. I'm a retired Dental lab tech, so monomer and polymer were the way in the 70's & 80's. Tragic history there. 👎💅👎

[@knitknack2285]

@@LatherScreamRinse thanks 😊

[@ToshaRaeNailed]

Thank you so much for your quality content! I love you and your show! So helpful

[@MarlaKris]

I love you!! Thanks so much for watching! 🫶🏻❤️

[@VictoriaRodriguez-fy2tg]

Thank you Marla great tips I bought peel base awhile back but have not used it yet I think I will try it this weekend 💅🏼

[@courtclerk2007]

I'm new to your channel and I really love your dip manis. I notice you do not dip on your natural nail. What is your nail prep routine and or do you have a video posted showing your nail prep routine. This mani is gorgeous. Than ks

[@ProudlyPolished-zd9ck]

Absolutely love this video so much thank you for always going above and beyond 💜

[@mariapennylane]

I’m so glad I watched this video before getting started!!! *do not buff, use a file!* I was totally going to buff my natural nails because I was kinda thinking it would cause less damage and a very light buff would work instead… but I am clearly wrong and will NOT be doing that 🤣👍😊 Thank you. Also… you said not to wash your hands prior to application. If you can not avoid washing them and are only able to wait like 30-60 minutes, would it be beneficial to put your natural nails under the UV/LED before starting to kind of help dry them out more?

[@MarlaKris]

So nails are like a sponge, the expand with water and it takes about an hour for the nails to constrict back down. Unfortunately it’s just a waiting game.

[@kimberlyskinner8177]

Oh My! She IS HUMAN AND BLEEDS!😱.I have been watching and gathering supplies. My nails are naturally strong to the point of getting stress cracks low down. I did go to salon before COVID, he put silk on to strengthen my edges. Finally, my nails have out grown the plate filing. I love square but, keep losing my free corners. Straight up, basically, whatever I put on my nails, I have to screw up the nail plate again? I can feel eyeballs rolling! It's six of one and half of a dozen of another! Sigh! Sorry but, thank you in advance. You are awesome 😎!!! I was in PSL from 1994-1995, Becker Road was dirt and rocks but, a faster route to necessary end point. Thank you for explaining so intricately.😘💖

[@MarlaKris]

😂🤣😂🤣😂 yeah yeah.. I’m human. Shhh.. squares are a pain with the corners so I know the struggle! Easy answer.. don’t use your nails for anything. Nails are jewels, not tools!! I’m right off Becker! It’s def not dirt anymore 🙄 they out in a damn traffic circle 😠

[@kimberlyskinner8177]

@@MarlaKris So basically, anything I do whether, gel polish, dip powder ana or, I have to scuff up my nail plate?

[@eleanisechevarria4611]

This video is great very education will definitely apply your tips for the next mani i make!

[@susangarvais7510]

I’m confused. You buffed before the activator and nail boo says buff after activator- it gets really grainy, will that go away with wiping?

[@anniehebdon4654]

Marla! It's early in this video so forgive the question of you answer later. Where did you get your custom palette?

[@MarlaKris]

It’s from pretty pretty palettes on Etsy! I think it’s linked in the box.. but I may have forgotten to add it

[@ManisbyHeather]

I’m new to peel base, I have top coat over my builder gel. Should I file or buff it off before I apply my peel base? I do want it to last at least a week so should I just do one layer? I’m also using the gel method. Do I treat it the same as dip base? Just apply the gel base right over the peel base? Thank you!!!

[@MarlaKris]

I’m partial to applying peel base over a buffed nail (as opposed to shiny) but that’s personal preference! And yes! Gel base can go right over the peel base (once dried of course) 💕

[@ManisbyHeather]

@@MarlaKris thank you!!!

[@rochelletilton912]

Hi Marla, My problem is with finding where the peel base is! I've used it twice and each time I end up taking off my builder base and ruining my nails. Is there a tip for finding that sweet spot? Love your videos.

[@MarlaKris]

I find that filing the perimeter of the nail is super helpful. Then, gently go around the nail and see if you can find a spot that looks separated. Once you find a spot.. super gently wedge an orange wood stick in. If there’s residence, file more. Don’t force it!

[@rochelletilton912]

@@MarlaKris Thank you so much. Love your videos.

[@rosinamurtagh3602]

Stunning!

[@MrsSpiffilicious]

I just started doing tge powder dip at home and everything went great til i put on the top coat. It made my nicely filed nails very coarse and im not sure why. 2 fingers turned out fine. The other 3 on the hand now feel and look rough. Any ideas?

[@rosedolch8637]

Do you have to use a monamer liquid to make nail tips?

[@MarlaKris]

Nope! No monomer required!

[@rosedolch8637]

@@MarlaKris was it just alcohol or the base?

[@crystald3655]

It depends on what your doing but for dip you don't need monomer. If you're using a dip nail system you'll use step 1 or whatever the instructions say for your kit. For the gel method you may want to look up what others have used.

[@pamgeron7064]

Awesomely great video! Great tips and tricks and very much appreciated!

[@melissasamuelson3523]

What is your favorite liquids? Isn't there one that smells like cotton candy that you had used in an episode? I am a beginner nail tech and use the keira sky. It drys so fast....is there something a little slower drying that isn't too slow when working on a time crunch? Love your videos. Thank you for sharing them.

[@MarlaKris]

Oh you’ll like the mani boss liquids. They’re fantastic. Definitely a slower dry but not super slow. It’s my current fave!! ❤️ Thank you so much for your kindness!! 🥰

[@mercedesfletcher9751]

Do you prefer the acrylic to builder gel under your peel base?

[@MarlaKris]

It really depends on my mood! I like both! But I know there are a lot of people that suffer with gel allergies so I wanna make sure I play with all different products to be able to film accurate opinions to share, ya know?

[@jpeppriell1718]

Omg what an awesome video! Been waiting for this for a while. Love it! And I totally needed the nailfie tutorial!!! And I saw the injury the moment you did it. I felt it too!

[@MarlaKris]

I’m such a bonehead 🤦🏼‍♀️ no permanent damage tho! 💕

[@angelakosie6948]

Thank you! Great video!

[@MarlaKris]

Thank you for watching! 💞

[@jenniferr7358]

Thanks for sharing, such a helpful video! Your nails are always so perfect 😍

[@cillamaclean8153]

Marla, I'm a newb, and I'm just starting to use peel base so I can practice more often. When you do your clear base before the peel base, do you activate before the peel base?

[@MarlaKris]

Yes! You’ll want to activate and top coat bc acrylic (dip) is porous.

[@ptrevino0521]

Such a great and informative video!!! All your tips and tricks have been helping so much! I love love love peel base it just makes things so much easier to remove, I find that soaking takes me forever 🤦🏻‍♀️🔫 maybe I’m doing something wrong but definitely gonna watch your video on it.

[@tsills931]

Your nails are so perfect! I wish I had nails like yours my cuticles are wonky. Lol! My cuticle Rea is my biggest challenge and I don't efile .

[@sportzluvingirl]

What products did you do on your repair or your nails prior?

[@MarlaKris]

I used some gel, nothing crazy!

[@SuperGlitterific]

If I am applying pill base over dip powder overlay would I need to put gel top coat before applying the pill bass? I ask this because when I just put pill bass directly over my dip powder I have a lot of problems getting it off

[@MarlaKris]

YES! Definitely top coat

[@ChrisR_4812]

Cute band-aid. My Little Pony - so fitting for you. LOL Glad you are okay and we didn't have to take the thumb off. Take care!!

[@maryfrancen1765]

I love the straight I call it office work length it looks the best on me

[@cristinturner7458]

I’m sure you’ve answered this before, but my gel top coat brush became stiff as a board after about 2 fingers! Have any ideas for fixing my brush? It’s a brand new bottle of top coat and I’m afraid it’s effed, mate! Also any ideas for preventing that in the future would be much appreciated. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Marla!

[@MarlaKris]

Was it gel top that you have to cure in a light or dip top that you use after activator?

[@cristinturner7458]

@@MarlaKris thanks for replying! It’s uv gel top coat. I applied it over my activator instead because I prefer the shinier gel top coat. This didn’t happen with my previous gel top coat brand. 🤔

[@MarlaKris]

@@cristinturner7458 ahh ok. Makes sense. You actually don’t need the second activation since you cure it in the lamp. The activator could be the culprit of it could be that the gel brush was exposed to the light from your lamp. I hate to be the bearer of bad news.. but it’s likely the brush is effed. You can try surgery.. but I think you may wanna consider a new brush. The gel in the bottle may be fine.. but use a different brush for it.

[@cristinturner7458]

@@MarlaKris Ok thanks for the tips. It’s definitely a learning process and I learn something new every time! My mani turned out pretty darn cute, so that’s a win. Thanks for your help!

[@24ShrekIsLife24]

I guess practice makes almost perfect. I keep trapping my cuticles, despite using a nail stick to try and keep the area clean. :( I guess I need to be a little more careful when applying my liquids. Definitely watching this video again before I do my next mani. 😃

[@MarlaKris]

I can agree with that - careful application often makes for the cleanest result. But that takes some time to get down! Rome wasn’t built in a day.. I’ve been at this for 2 years doing manis at least twice a week. LOTS of practice!!

[@24ShrekIsLife24]

Well, I did it 🤣 No trapped cuticles this go around! Thanks for the video, it helped a lot.

[@jocelyn4873]

I am one of those people who are terrified of using my efile!! lol. I am fairly new to doing dip powder and have only used the efile a couple of times and managed to burn my nail, aka filed it down to the finger underneath...ouch. I am so scared to use it. Do you have any tips (or videos) on how to use the efile properly and not get injured? I also have no idea what file tips to use when, or how fast or slow to use it. And it gives me "the chills" to use a file on my nails... I know, I'm weird... but any tips would be appreciated! Thanks in advance

[@MarlaKris]

I got you girly.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXLRiK2sibd1hac

[@crystald3655]

1 tip I have is to keep the speed low. I rarely go above 2 on my e-file when I'm working on anything on my natural nails as I'm very much a beginner in using it. After I'm better at it I may start going a bit higher with the speed.

[@lilpuffykinks]

Hi Marla. I’m new here. But love your content.

[@MarlaKris]

Hey girly!! Thank you so much for being here! Welcome to the family! 💞

[@mariarobes4187]

What do you mean by a foundation? Thanks for the informative video, loved it!🥰

[@MarlaKris]

Essentially, that’s my canvas. I put all my dip nail colors and art over that. But that’s only bc I change my manis often and use peel base. Not everyone needs that “foundation”. Your naked nail can just as well be your foundation!

[@maryfrancen1765]

Thank you 😊 for this video it is extremely helpful

[@littlebrownP]

I'm new at builder gel did you mention you have a video? My nails are so weak and short. Also when you say overlay what do you mean using the dip?

[@MarlaKris]

Hey girl! So for weak nails, I’d recommend acrylic over builder. Gel typically doesn’t adhere well to weak nails. I’ll link the video tho! Overlay=on the natural nail. My protective layer. That’s all!

[@MarlaKris]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/laXVeaWOhruef5Y builder gel!

[@littlebrownP]

Oh so that explains why the builder gel is popping off. I'll go back to my dipping until my nails grow out. I have such bad split nails. And I'm assuming acrylic is the same as dip correct? Also any suggestions to help strengthen my nails? Sorry for all the questions. I'm only 1 year into doing my own nails. When I went to the salon my nails was always longer and healthy. Love all your videos especially this one with you taking the time explaining. Would love to see more of these types. And...lol what about a nail desk setup video. 😉

[@elissadona1]

Can you pretty please link the videos you mentioned? They aren’t in the description box (I’m on my phone, so idk if they just don’t show on the app?). Thank you for making this video!!!!! ❤️

[@MarlaKris]

No idea why they didn’t pop up but I’ll get them linked in the description box for ya!!

[@elissadona1]

@@MarlaKris You’re awesome!!! Thank you so much!

[@mariaespinoza3717]

What is the longest time peel base has lasted for you? Or could last?

[@MarlaKris]

Totally depends on the person and water exposure. I can get maybe a couple days.

[@crystald3655]

It depends there's techniques for applying peel base that can have them last about a week for some people sometimes more depending on what they're doing. Wearing gloves while washing dishes and cleaning can help them last a bit longer.

[@danamemeo733]

Question for ya! I’ve gotten into dip top more lately. Is it possible to do nail art with paint pens and apply dip top coat over it? Or should I use gel if I’m doing any nail art?

[@MarlaKris]

You might have to encapsulate the art with clear dip bc it doesn’t wash off with alcohol, so I wouldn’t apply activator to it.

[@kristaraver4670]

How long do your nails last with a peel base?

[@MarlaKris]

Peel base reacts different for everyone depending on body chemistry, water exposure, etc but for me, 2-3 days tops

[@tsills931]

I love this! My nails look like sisters lol! Very helpful video Thank you for all you do!!

[@lisavizzusi9728]

Great video, as usual!💞 Have you ever tried Dipalicious' 100/180 file/pink nail buffer? It is a total ge changer for me! It is super easy to use, firm enough to file a very straight edge, but also curved to shape your apex with BG. It buffs so smoothly, too...I think it is totally worth checking out...I tried 2, and just ordered the big pack!🤗

[@MarlaKris]

I’ll have to check that one out! Thanks girl!! 💙

[@lisavizzusi9728]

@@MarlaKris you are very welcome! I have picked up a million tips from you! I am happy to pay one back!🤗

[@caitycarignan1497]

Where do u get them from? Is it from their own website or can I find them somewhere else?

[@cindyandrews3185]

You started to say when addressing activator, that in filing you were getting chunks coming off. That is what happened to me today using peel base for first time. What am I doing wrong??

[@MarlaKris]

Probably nothing! Peel base can lift super easily especially if you have a more oily nail type so that may have been the issue.

[@JenniferHaynes-n4f]

What is peel base used for?

[@cathytarr4017]

Can u show appling peel base?

[@stephanienavarro4670]

Amazing content 🤩 Thank You!!! I’m new to your channel and so far your videos have been the best and most informative!! Just about to begin my dip journey - so I truly appreciate you and your channel 💓 take care and stay safe ☺️

[@SlattonStandard]

My dip gets hard instantly & I can’t use an orange stick to get it off my cuticles. This is before I even use activator... do you recommend a brand of base that will give me time to remove the dip by my cuticles.

[@MarlaKris]

That can happen sometimes. I find the best way to combat this is to know your liquids. If you need a slower setting base, try mani boss or Dipalicious. I found them both to be slower setting.

[@kyrastillwell9806]

What do you have under your peel base?

[@MarlaKris]

Just a thin dip powder overlay

[@alisontopley1766]

Love watching your videos and love this set tysmfs 💖❤

[@shannonbrewington9191]

Love this video!! So helpful! Just wanted to clarify, do you do builder gel on your natural nail and then have the pink dip powder layer over that? Or vice versa? And if builder gel is under the dip, how do you keep your pink dip layer on when you take your other dip color off? Also, you had in one of your videos about building your apex with clear dip powder. Do you remember which video it was? 🙏🏻😅

[@MarlaKris]

Hey girlie! The pink base I have on my nails is acrylic (dip). No gel in this video at all! And I use the peel base to remove the dip I put on top of the pink base. It’s merely a protective layer I use when I’m using peel base to avoid damage to my natural nails!

[@shannonbrewington9191]

Awesome! Thank you!