Hard Gel Nail Overlay Do's and Dont's | Nail Shape Transformation

[@mellisarose5601]

This isn’t a question but a comment. I have always loved you, your work, and your channel. With everything going on, I pray that you are doing well and staying safe. You’ve always felt like such a sweet and kind soul to me. With love and respect from me to you, from VA, USA. Please be safe and I look forward to many more of your videos!!!

[@Nailcou]

Thank you so much ! 😘

[@mellisarose5601]

@@Nailcou you’re very welcome ❤️🙏🏽

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

No questions, just want to say that I'm so glad you're still able to upload! Hope you're safe and well. Sending love and hugs from Kentucky! 🥰🥰

[@be_careful_what_you_say]

Happy that you are still making videos during all of the unrest in your area. Sending prayers and love for you and your family, Anastasia ❤️❤️❤️

[@ixnxgxa9699]

Girl its war not unrest

[@qt_stacy]

@@ixnxgxa9699 truth. but i’m pretty sure she lives in the united states, hopefully she doesn’t have family suffering in Ukraine or Russia right now :(

[@400grvodki2bokalapiva]

she lives in usa

[@shaun1791]

I am getting so much better at doing my overlays because of your videos. They are not perfect, but I can go three weeks with no lifting!

[@j3s1yy]

howwww i always get lifting at the free edge and i hate it but idk what to do

[@Issynails]

Your videos are always informative, it makes things so much easier to understand for some of us. Thank you.

[@Nailcou]

Glad to hear that!

[@jutatipjaban5203]

Thanks a lot ! finally I founded someone that did the same style and confirmed that it's worked :) I will be better nail tech because of you

[@Nailcou]

😘

[@alisassmannshausen6808]

I really love how you go in-depth with explaining everything it is super helpful

[@BeInspiredByPrettyThings]

Ive watch dozen of your dry manicures and I NEVER tire of watching them. I probably need to take your course because I always hit nail plate w flame bit. Although it's harder when doing on yourself.....

[@taniasprague4638]

Your redo of the overlay is SO.... beautiful!

[@ninamatthews8747]

It’s so satisfying watching her cut the remaining cuticle away!!!😌

[@JanetJenkins]

This is beautiful, there is no one in my area who can do this, I need to learn for myself!

[@lelarobinson2854]

Hi Anastasia! Stay safe because we love you and need you! You have helped hundreds even thousands of nail techs and diy-ers and NaiLuv is always real!

[@acrylicnailtrend721]

Stay safe girl. It's a scary time for u really all of the world but ur right there. Plz be safe and careful. Praying it all ends very soon!!!

[@kellypayne6449]

Beautiful!! The cuticle prep alone is amazing! Love the colors and shape too

[@annapinhas2429]

I would love to see a video about choosing the right base and top coat for thin flexible nails, as well as tips for the application that will make these nails last! Also I will love to know where do you get your silicone white cleaning brush, it looks very soft and it’s great that it can be sanitized. I tried to look for it but couldn’t find something quite like that. Thank you very much, always love to see your contact, your works are amazing !❤️🙏🏻😊

[@CozynCaffeinated]

Second this! I love that brush but I can't find one exactly like it either... I did find surgical brushes/sponges on Amazon that work really well though, so maybe try those if we can't get hers. It may be from a Russian brand 💜

[@PrincessCupncake]

THAT MUCH GROWTH IN 3.5 WEEKS?! 🤩 I am jealous

[@ginaarceo6450]

Beautiful nail designed. Love it.

[@Nailcou]

Thank you! 😊

[@gbhill2495]

What is the brand of milky gel with foil you used? Beautiful results!🥰

[@fuhnjay]

You do such an amazing job!! I wish you were close to me. Can you please show detailed video on creating apex on short nails and shaping the free edge on short natural nails??

[@aimeekrieg9932]

Beautiful gel overlay, i love how you take your time while explaining...other people talk too fast

[@ΑθηνάΚουρμπανιδου]

Why dont you make a video working on a fake hand or your hand if you want, to show us what the right amount of apex for different lenghts is? It's be soooooo helpful

[@LizzCatt]

She has many, many videos like that.

[@kitzandkabootles]

thank you so very much for totally explaining prepping the cuticle !!! I can't wait to do my nails next time !!

[@Sareybeary]

Nice and natural. Her nails and cuticles look great after that manicure!

[@susanwilliams3598]

look great, you make it look so easy, ugh!! I would love to have you explain and show different examples of product lifting. Thank you again

[@MariaHernandez-fp2wu]

Thanks for all your great advice. Love these nails.

[@Nailcou]

You are so welcome!

[@Scent_Library]

You’re so so so beautiful, Anastasia!! I love all your videos and I’ve learned so much from you. I’m just always so blown away by your beauty! The yellow is gorgeous on you!!

[@jessahblanchard6515]

I love how you clean when you prep the nails. 😍

[@youopened_mandorasbox]

These nails are beautiful . I do overlays on my natural nails but I guess I've been doing them wrong compared to this video lol I'm a licensed manicurist but I still have errors when it comes to doing Nails. I'm just going to keep on practicing bc practice makes perfect

[@victoryhouse1446]

Doesn’t even look like the same hands! Wow great job! You are very talented

[@nancywarner5782]

I think what you did w/ the nude look was stunning. Thank you for making this video❣️

[@Mir_Nohti]

This set was beautiful, Anastasia. I hope Barbara liked them. I think they look very clean and flattering.

[@heartandseoul1299]

These are so pretty! I love a good simple manicure!

[@deebus3471]

That is a beautiful color polish with the flakes in it. Thank you

[@ARMDwSpirit4Life]

I want to thank you for all of your tutorials, your insight, your videos in your stories. I listened to the video you made last week in regards to the nasty comments that were made towards you in regards to the war that Russia has imposed on Ukraine My heart broke for you for all humans. You or no one else should be defined by the steps our leaders our countries make, especially when it affects are right to make or earn a living. Especially in fields that don't have any association with government or military. I'm grateful for my rights to choose the platforms and rights I have as an American. I So thank you for all your guidance and tutorials. I appreciate your kindness. 🌞

[@fatimasg1]

I love your videos, your techniques have helped me a lot.

[@Nailcou]

Happy to help!

[@angelaperkins6507]

Your work is truly amazing. Beautiful, beautiful nails. Not thick and obvious. 🥰

[@Nailcou]

Thank you so much!

[@JanetJenkins]

I'm back, did my first hard gel overlay, I'm ecstatic!

[@mellinsomnia1]

This type of design is my favorite 🤍 and the day you post is a holiday 🤗

[@dianer8108]

So beautiful, fantastic job!

[@Nailcou]

Thank you so much!

[@JazzmynDesir]

Thanks for this video. Quick question can I use regular nail polish on top of a builder gel then seal with a top gel?

[@irena0100]

Ana, I really appreciate how you provide details as you work, eg which tip and what speed, and why you choose to do it that way. It is very educational as well as interesting. Thank you.🧑‍🎓💅

[@cutekpop3569]

Those are gorgeous! Good job!

[@ashleywilson9205]

I'm so jealous I wish they were my nails. Absolutely beautiful 😍

[@JanetJenkins]

I love this video! Can you do a video of when it's best to use hard gel vs soft gel as overlay for natural nails?

[@Twinkley1981]

I always have weak side walls and thin free edges, I would love to know how you would work with them it terms of technique and best products. Thank you 😊

[@yaoluo3151]

i have the same problem

[@jessiemattison]

Me too!

[@missmia196]

Same 😩

[@joharrison7851]

Beautiful job, they look so natural.

[@beautysoli-2479]

אני מאוד אוהבת את העבודות שלך, את מסבירה כל כך טוב, ממש כייף לשמוע אותך, תודה רבה לך על ההסברים שאת משתפת אותנו :-)) 🙏

[@tamaradjordjevicmavromicha18]

Haha, it's funny that I have stated a day or two ago, that I desperately need a seminar where I will get this exact thing explained!!! How to place an apex and what's the proper thickness of the gel overlay!!! I didn't realize before that it needed to be thinner on the sides and it explains why I always had troubles with the looks of the nail and I'd always do my best, but I wouldn't be happy, feeling that it needs something more to be done. I think I got my answer now, thank you very much for this video... off I go now to spend hours going through all other videos, as well :)

[@casey6223]

You have a real gift my dear! ❤❤❤

[@kariannenewton6518]

I wish there was someone in my area that took the time to do such impeccable work.

[@tamarakoobs4078]

Love your technique. Excellent information. Nails looks good!

[@Mina143able]

I love it . Thank u for the tips. Can you please do a video on how do Gel X nails and how to apply gel nail polish without getting it on the skin thank you in advance

[@robinmcginnis6335]

You go into such detail on cuticle work and they look amazing!! How long should that be taking? I feel like it would take such a long time

[@SullenAngel]

You do such beautiful work, tfs! Do you have any clients with vertical ridges on their nails? If so I would love to see you work on them and talk about any concerns/issues they present.

[@rosymathay4065]

Beautiful Set.I Hope you going well.

[@Nailcou]

Thank you! 😊

[@hannalimeza5799]

So cute and minimal design ❤️ could you please explain about different nail drill bits? How would you pick from all different types on different cases or situations …. Please ?

[@ONWA_V]

She’s so beautiful!

[@lornascott9500]

As usual….lovely!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@amandahales9598]

Wot beautiful nails u hav Barbara I'm jealous, they look amazin so elegant xxxxxxxx

[@femketjeNL]

Love your videos! Thank you for sharing all of your tips and tricks 💕✨

[@Nailcou]

Glad you like them!

[@plurdoll]

Should I cap the free edge with gel? If so, when do I do it? When I using the builder/overlay gel or when I put the topcoat on? I never know if this is necessary or not

[@saharsahar3072]

Should I put base coat when I'm doing gel or only pH bond and then hard gel.u are amazing

[@margaretmutua1917]

It's like your reading my mind.... thank you for this video

[@graphitebeans]

Thanks for this Anastasia! I’m learning to overlay on my very thin natural nails so they’re not tearing all of the time! I’ve noticed though that I’m getting some pain for a day or two after applying product in my hyponychium on one or two nails. Can you talk about some of the things to look out for if you’re new to overlay / extensions?

[@youopened_mandorasbox]

Hi I'm a licensed manicurist and I do overlays on my own nails and if you're experiencing some burning , what are your application steps when prepping the nail for overlay? Or apply some cuticle oil on your nails

[@graphitebeans]

@@youopened_mandorasbox Hi thanks so much! I’ll admit I’ve been stressing on this, since I’m not sure what else I could be allergic to! I have a nail drill and dust extractor. I push back the cuticle gently throughout the week and again just before I prep. I use a glass cuticle pusher/file to remove cuticle on the nail plate. I drill off the hard gel and if there are any lifted bits (if there are any, there usually are only just tiny slivers), then use a 180g sanding band to smooth out my cuticle transition and prep the natural nail (I’ve gotten a bit ambidextrous for this step, and have thin nails so had a steep but effective learning curve). I leave a very thin layer of overlay wherever possible now. I then use either alcohol or the dehydrator for the system I’m using, followed by the primer (I’ve been learning with Born Pretty products) prior to product. At the end of my application I apply a good amount of Solar Oil, and again throughout the week (dry hands are hard taskmasters)

[@plesrune]

@@graphitebeans Hey. Are you using everything from born pretty?

[@victoriakillman9862]

Here's my question! Since hard gel isn't soakable how thin is to thin to file it off/ down? Then after you file it down as much as you can is it best to just top it off with a gel color if any of your choice? How close is to close to get the cuticle for acrylic or gel placement? I love how you explain everything in your videos! Thank you! Love to you from Detroit, MI xoxo 😘 ❤

[@MeowMeow-sy2mi]

I have long natural nails and a gel overlay would be really good idea for me. I love your videos🥰

[@solongoarellano2434]

Hi! What base, primer and gel did you use? Thanks

[@papeya]

Beautiful set! Your videos are always so helpful and satisfying to watch ❤️ Did you mention which hard gel you were using? I might have missed it but I really like the colour! And is there a particular reason you chose hard gel over soft gel?

[@michellekeller3333]

What builder gel do you recommend? The brush on or the pot? I'm in the USA

[@Cupcake40]

Beautiful ❤ I learning how to do my own nails - the ppl in the nail shops that I’ve been to are not gentle, rushed, lack sanitation,nails look horrible I’d rather spend money on purchasing products on doing my own

[@lesnla]

Would it be possible to post the 2 bits you use at the beginning? TY!! Love your videos btw!

[@itsmejoy8918]

If a client has thin, cracking toenails, would you prefer to strengthen the nails with hard gel overlay or polygel? And what do you do for pedicures on yourself? I've been having problems here and there with pedicures. They're so much harder for me to do than manicures.

[@Reopalette]

What kind of product use for overlay ? It looks flawless

[@MsBiz888]

💞💞💓Anatasia, you are an awesome tutor! The way you expertly break down every detail is truly impressive❤❤Quick question, after I finished filling/blending the hard gel on the nail, is it possible to leave it that way temporarily for the day until I am able to attend to it the next day? I ran out of time and cannot continue the rest of the steps. OR do I need to put something on top of my nails to protect it before leaving it unfinished? If so, which one? Sorry, this is my first time to manicure and do hard gel - ever!

[@natk8805]

Hi:) what hard gel product did you use?

[@cherylethomas1502]

Hi the what drill are you using thank you 🙏🏻

[@savannasequence]

thanks for the tips! good and satisfying video!

[@krystalfukinmarie757]

I have a couple of those stone bits you used on her cuticles. They are really soft, and they work great for cuticles! Especially now that my cuticles are really soft, not hard and dry; they remove so easily! I can now use the e-file for almost all my prep, but on a few fingers I still have to grab my nippers.

[@Hortonscakes]

Thank you! This is so informative and you have a beautiful voice! 💯💯💯

[@martelr.johnson538]

They look amazing , can you please just say the step as per #1 file off old polish and continue until done . Thanks you did a beautiful job .😊🌹🌹🌹

[@itsamemarioo993]

I’m surprised you didn’t file/ shape the gel, your application was so even and perfect that you didn’t need it! Amazing. I am not talented enough to pull that off

[@Anon_E_Muss]

Right?!? Her work is pretty flawless

[@RODTV-if7yn]

i’m still self learning on how to do my nails. Can you explain why did choose to not cure the base gel polish, and apply builder gel right on top?

[@Nailbeautyguru]

Beautiful and natural looking.

[@jenniferb1948]

Your videos are so helpful and well explained! It’s also great you show shorter lengths. I’ve been looking for a hard gel like the one you used. Love the color. Do you mind listing the brand, please? Keep up the great work!

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

Mia Secret has a gel very similar to this color. It's called Formagel and the color is Cover Blush. You can find it on Amazon and it's pretty affordable.

[@CozynCaffeinated]

If you search hard gel or builder gel on Amazon or other places that sell nail supplies you will find there are a ton of brands who produce this type of gel. I have the Saviland kit with a clear pot and nude color gel that came with forms, a small light, and all sorts of tools for $20! There are more expensive brands like IBD and YoungNails, but I couldn't afford to spend so much on the bigger jars from those companies. But YoungNails has a try out kit for builder gel and it's a ton of product, everything you need for $20. Hope this helps! I know Anastasia uses the brands I mentioned and others as well :)

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

@@CozynCaffeinated oooh, that starter set from Young Nails is awesome! That's the set that started me on my hard gel journey. I love their gels, but yeah, they're not cheap in the bigger sizes. That one I mentioned above is almost the exact same color as the Young Nails cover pink.

[@CozynCaffeinated]

@@Nails_By_Kimberlee Awesome, thanks so much! Their cover pink is gorgeous! They use the same technique as Anastasia in application, but I really love Anastasia's attention to detail, cuticle care, and her way of explaining things compared to YN. I still love their products, but I am the type, like Anastasia, who will take two or three hours to make sure my work is perfect, but YN seems to think that taking longer is an invalid way of working. It's just personal preference, of course! I just love the Russian style :) Thanks for letting me know about the more affordable alternative to YN. I also got their set as my first hard gel and I still have some bc I have been "saving" it, but I should really use it! Warm wishes :)

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

@@CozynCaffeinated couldn't agree more with everything about YN. I've learned a lot from them, but their cuticle care is definitely lacking, as well as teaching about fitting a form other than the 2 ways they show lol. Glad to help!

[@lyndsaywood9719]

I learned more from this video than 1200 hours becoming a cosmetologist. Thanks so much for this.

[@Nailcou]

Glad it was helpful!

[@miriamdromano5729]

This set was beautifully done! Thanks for sharing. Is it Possible to do that application technique you did with the hard gel using builder gel?

[@ObieMonster]

If you get too much gel on one side or it's not leveling properly or it's bumpy, can you Violet with an e-file to smooth it out and then buff it? Or is that going to break the seal?

[@monicamonti2114]

Hi Anastasia, I have been following you from Italy for years and I hope you and your whole family are well, the news we have here is not good and I pray for you. thank you for your great videos, I would love to come to Moscow and have a manicure with you!🤗

[@bhumikak9720]

Wow, after primer,do we need to wipe it off its tacky layer? Then base coat? Also wipeing for bascoats tacky layer? Pls do let me know,I m a self learner.n beginner

[@JanetJenkins]

Please tell us more about that stone bit you used to push back the cuticle.

[@angelawilkey]

Love the video. My gel isn’t so soft to move around. Are we supposed to mix regularly?

[@Calixlix]

Such a beautiful job and some great tips! Thank you!

[@RachelJamison904]

Hugs from Florida! Love your videos girl!

[@Nailcou]

Thank you so much!!

[@heatherwilson1041]

Hello. What type of brush do you use for hard gel application. I didn’t see one specific in your Amazon store. Thank you!

[@Pranam-ub4dy]

Hi Anastasia i love to watch Ur videos it's help me alot can u make video on hand file how to prep with that plz

[@blueviolett78]

Which hard gel overlay product did u use here? It also looked to me like u used a separate brush to apply A thin layer first and then you use the brush that was in the bottle to apply the next layer can you tell me what this product was? You are one of my favourite instructors to watch❤

[@zireaelshaent3281]

Hello Anastasia, thank you for the informative content. I wanted to ask you, if I am putting gel polish for someone, do I need to cure it in lamp one by one? and why is it so. I was doing four fingers in a row, I am not sure if this is correct. I will be extremely grateful for your advice.

[@pizzademon1614]

are there any special brands you can recomend? or do you have any favuorite products for this type of manicure?

[@paglegs1213]

So you add your gel COLOR right after you put on your gel overlay? I always file after my gel overlay, take off shiny layer, buff, add gel base again, and then gel COLOR. I’m curious.

[@350BMW09]

So pretty!!