HOW I MAKE GEL X LAST 3+ WEEKS *NO LIFTING* | The Beauty Vault

✩ MY TIPS + TRICKS TO MAKE GEL X LAST 3+ WEEKS WITHOUT LIFTING ✩
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0:00 - 1:19 INTRO
1:20 - 4:34 TIPS + TRICKS POINT FORM
4:35 - 8:40 TIP PREP
8:41 - 11:54 NAIL + CUTICLE PREP
11:55 - 16:44 GEL X APPLICATION
16:45 - 19:51 FILING + SHAPING
19:52 - 22:10 GEL POLISH APPLICATION
22:11 - 27:23 NAIL POWDER APPLICATION
NATURAL NAIL VIDEO: • HOW I GROW LONG NATURA...
GEL X PLAYLIST: • ▽ GEL X TUTORIALS ›
▽ VARIOUS "GEL X" LIKE TIPS I OWN + USE
Kiara Sky Short Almond Gelly Tips
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Kiara Sky Long Coffin Gelly Tips
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Gelike XS Almond Shaped Tips
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Una Gella Medium Almond Shaped Tips
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Una Gella Short Square Shaped Tips
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▽ PRODUCTS I USED/MENTIONED
Blue Cross Cuticle Remover
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Mini Crumb Vacuum (This is what I rest my hand on)
geni.us/L8Uiqk
Wooden Cuticle Sticks
US/Canada: geni.us/CYIim
Europe: geni.us/GOHejz
Cuticle Pusher Tool
geni.us/AFKWDz
Cuticle Nippers
geni.us/qU4UlU
Glass Cuticle Pusher Tool
geni.us/FTJiQIY
Gritty Cuticle/Nail Sticks
geni.us/meuP5C
Equate 70% Alcohol
bit.ly/2uzG404
Pure Acetone
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Pink Lint Free Wipes
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CND Scrub Fresh
US: bit.ly/2StB2y4 - THEBEAUTYVAULT at checkout for 10% OFF
Canada: geni.us/QtZZr4p
Europe: geni.us/f0cGwWM
Gelish pH Bond
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Canada: amzn.to/2RP0lax
DE: amzn.to/2zaVkCM
Gelish Pro Bond
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Canada + Europe: geni.us/AqrMtT
Kiara Sky Builder Gel
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Kiara Sky Short Almond Gelly Tips
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Kiara Sky Short Almond Gelly Tips Starter Kit
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Gelish Touch LED Light
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Saviland Portable Gel X Lamp
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MelodySusie Lamp (Amazon)
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Europe: geni.us/Dp5MBNo (similar)
MelodySusie Lamp (MelodySusie Website)
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SUNUV 48 Watt LED UV Lamp (Bigger lamp)
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OPI Baby Take A Vow
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OPI Gel Color - Love Is In The Bare
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Fzanest Milky Pink Rubber Base (Might be sold out)
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Clean Up Nail Brushes
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In.Hype Crystal Top Coat
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Born Pretty Nail Powders
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Maccibelle Milk and Honey Cuticle Oil
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▽ DUST COLLECTOR + E-FILES + HAND FILES I USE/LIKE
Imene Rechargeable Cordless Dust Collector
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180/240 Grit Files x 12
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Kiara Sky Portable Nail Drill (Kiara Sky Website)
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Kiara Sky Mandrel Bit
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Kiara Sky Fine Sanding Band
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Kiara Sky Mini Mandrel Bit
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Kiara Sky Mini Fine Sanding Band
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Kiara Sky 5 in 1 Fine Drill Bit
kiarasky.com/af24f
Kiara Sky Cuticle Cleaner Bit
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Kiara Sky 80/100 Buffer Blocks
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Kiara Sky Portable Nail Drill (Beyond Polish Website)
THEBEAUTYVAULT at checkout for 10% OFF
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Kiara Sky 5 in 1 Fine Drill Bit
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Kiara Sky Cuticle Cleaner Bit
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MelodySusie Scamander Rechargeable Nail Drill (Amazon)
Canada/US/AU: geni.us/IykNu1H
Europe: geni.us/kiwusA (similar)
MelodySusie Scamander Rechargeable Nail Drill
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Ceramic Nail Drill Bits
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Assorted Nail Drill Bits
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[@Twinklysparkles215]

Chrome tip - apply a base coat after applying the chrome, then the final top coat, my chrome nails would ALWAYS chip before i started doing this but have remained perfect since i added the base coat step! ❤

[@adriennebowen3186]

I totally vouch for this! I’ve recently started doing this technique and it’s chefs kiss!

[@operachef1]

Yup, and I sometimes use gel foil glue which is even better. My chrome never chips.

[@marisolforonda6811]

Hmmm... interesting 🤔. -I shall try this. Thanks!

[@sarahloker9409]

Pretty much the same here, but with a thin layer of clear hard gel, and zero problems with chipping

[@niabz]

Thank you!! The chrome always lifts on my nails so fast, no matter how much top coat I use !!

[@meghanc8967]

you are the first person I've seen mention that some buffers can actually make your natural nails too smooth and will lead to nails popping off. I learned this the hard way!

[@IamERICA_01]

Same!!! I couldnt figure out why my gelx nails always popped off within a day or two.. I noticed how smooth they were one day and tried something different and it was amazing..

[@MURPHxiii]

Adding tip: put on nails forms before the tip application to keep the gel from oozing onto your skin on the back of your finger

[@LawnOrnament]

Smarty pants

[@Martina010]

Omg that acid-free primer in the cuticle-tip gap trick is a 👏GAME 👏CHANGER👏 thank you so much! 💕💕

[@nicolacrosby1416]

Please do a short on applying a little lower and filling in. I always run into so many problems finding/sizing!❤

[@gingersnaps52]

Love your standard INTRO, please don’t change it. It is so cute!! Great video as always.

[@alouettek]

I definitely have the bad habit of doing my nails late at night, which makes them only last for a week and a half or two week, thanks for the video, as always well done and excellent quality ❤

[@TheBeautyVault]

we’ve all been there. 🫠 thank you for watching!! 💘

[@Browneyegirl_13]

I do the same...like at midnight then there's no interruptions🙈

[@elisederoy3919]

Please do a short on how to fill in with builder gel!

[@catherineers]

These are great tips! I watched this video a couple months ago but found it again and still love it. My nails lasts so long now maybe 3-4 weeks tops. I wash my hands and dishes often and occasionally use my nails to open soda cans and such but nothing too heavy duty, and they still last! So my take away is you dont have to go about life too cautiously if you have pretty nails, theres no fun in that. Just enjoy your nails and life to it's full potential. If it pops off, do it again and have fun :)

[@AriannaBrieann]

Screaming cause I’ve been watching your old videos dying to hear from you again!! Happy to see you again! ❤

[@TheBeautyVault]

thanks for being here! 💘

[@amayanichx]

These are some top-tier nail tips! I’ve been following your videos for years now! I started doing my own nails with your help and (if i’m not rushing) my nails DO NOT BUDGE!!! LOL THANK YOU SO MUCH!🫶🏽

[@TheBeautyVault]

love to hear it!! 💘

[@charleyanne]

I'm new to doing my own nails, could you do the short on how to move the gelx nail up & putting builder gel to fill in between the cuticle & gelx nail?

[@24carlam]

Yes I want to see a video on that too!!

[@heatherknetzer-ym1jr]

This is a FANTASTIC tutorial! You absolutely nailed it with these tips and tricks! 💯 Thank you for being so thorough in your explanation of each step as well. 🌟Sooo very helpful! 🙌🏼

[@jodiedalrymple8497]

OMG! I’ve been doing nails for over 20 years now. Your tutorial is amazing. I love how you explain everything. Your voice is beautiful to listen to. Thank you so much.

[@iremozkan8250]

Did my nails using this video as my guide and I can easily say my nails never looked better! I’ve been trying to do my own nails for a while and after applying every tip in this video, my nails look really professionally done. Thank you so much! Your guidance for amateur nail enthusiasts is the best!

[@discon_csert]

Lol, "I love lamp." Following this advice ASAP. Thanks for the tips!

[@AllyKiss18]

Such 80s goodness. And I love lamp and pretttty pretttt good- you’ve got the moves girl.

[@aMuscarine]

Thank you so much for this video! I would definitely love to see how you fill in the gap with builder gel when a gel tip is too small and we have to put it up higher on the nail bed.

[@rockpaperskizzers]

I don't know why but that "Hello!?" at the beginning of your videos makes me so happy every single time :) Beautiful work as always!

[@ryliee16]

doing my nails now and needed something to watch, and you uploaded! crazy timing :))

[@janiiyah]

PERFECT TIMING… been missin gyou girlll 🧡

[@abigailmh30]

This was such a well-filmed and informative video. They came out beautiful!

[@cris418]

This was helpful; thank you! I do ALL the nail prep, use the tools and prep solutions but I was still getting lifting. I learned 2 things: 1 I wash my hands or use water way too much too. I’m an art teacher to little kids and artist so I always have paint/glue/oil pastels, whatever on my hands and nails. I need to start wearing gloves bc after I wash and use nail scrub brush, I always apply hand lotion and cuticle oil. I know I’m over washing and over moisturizing. 2. I will use the primer over the tips after filing. I never thought of that. I just went into base. Love the 80’s vibe here. It was like watching a nail tutorial on Stranger Things! Little girl in the 80’s but teen during the 90’s. ❤

[@greallyqt]

So glad you are back missed your videos

[@rozzallison]

I went through your videos when I was doing my KS nails a few days ago and this is exactly what I needed. I have to redo my right thumb nail today because it popped off already. Thank you!!!❤‍🔥

[@Lissa_Marie]

Girl! You do the nicest nails I’ve ever seen done before! Absolutely gorgeous!!! Tysm for your excellent tutorials

[@makeupminx6103]

omg these nails are so incredibly beautiful!!

[@ivymckinney5160]

I missed you so much. Thanks for the video!❤

[@daarmonet]

its been so long ! glad you uploaded ❤

[@DeeMichael1]

Literally thank you so much for this video! Everything was one point. Can’t wait to do my nails.

[@jessicavillarroel5328]

Every time I watch your videos I want the same nails! It’s sooooo hard to decide when I’ve been binge watching for hours lol these are stunning! 😍

[@virridiian]

yay! glad to see you again!

[@lovetolove011]

Your nail videos are my favorite! Also would you do a routine cleaning video and your favorite cleaning products?

[@Cyllynify]

Awesome video, i appreciate how you explained how predesigned tips wont cure in this manor and best to use nail glue. You saved me some mistakes girl!!

[@BeyondPolish]

Yes! We do miss you. 🥰Love how you make following the steps so easy!

[@alex__andra]

Irina's back! Teach me, queen

[@npayne7776]

Thank you for this! I'm actually doing my nails today, so this was perfect. I use the tinted nails from Amazon. Definitely using your tips! Your nails are ALWAYS 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@PamelaRubel]

Amazing tutorial! Instantly subscribed! These tips are really really good, thank you so much!

[@ninafrank8108]

You always have great information! I learn so much. Thank you for making these!!❤💅🏻💅🏻❤️

[@lexy604]

Omg this was the best video I have ever watched on these great job

[@lostgypsy5068]

yes please please please do a short on the application with builder gel ❤❤❤❤❤

[@NameUnimportant]

Okay you got me to sub simply based on the "this isn't the time to write me a thesis on conserving water... spare me" 😂😂😂😂 I like you.

[@TheNailLush]

Great tips! I love how these turned out ❤

[@jessicanash9359]

Have missed you!!! The nails look amazing ❤

[@TheBeautyVault]

💘💘💘

[@kaila8175]

Thank you for this detailed tutorial! As newby slow and overly detailed videos help sooo much!

[@melissajanssen7001]

love all your videos!

[@bymorganco]

literally tiktok has made my attention span so freaking short but i will ALWAYS listen to you the whole time 💛 also i love the youtube gang bc i am a fan of long videos 😍

[@c.r.60]

UGH PERFECTION i really want to try this out sometime soon

[@princessblingy7542]

Wow moving the tip up a little - would have never thought of that ❤

[@lexycondeelis]

Thank you for putting this out there. With all the videos I've watched, I thought I had the process down. That is, until, for the first time ever, my set popped off before I even got to paint them! It was right after I put them on. I scratched my head then POP! So I've been scouring trying to find the reason and you said it here...I buffed them way too smooth! I didnt even realize the effect that had until now. With that and so many other tidbits, I appreciate your very detailed explanations and steps. I learned new things here❤

[@IrisHuijkman]

Thank you so much for this video! Thought I did everything right, but now I see that I skipped a couple essential steps which you mention are very important. And I really got to stop using my nails as tools, before this video I didn’t really know what that meant haha. Your at home nail vids are the best! ❤

[@MURPHxiii]

One more comment, I love your content. I love your personality. I love your straightforward style. I love that you don’t have a fake phone voice on while filming. You’re authentic, I dig it. K love you, byyyyyyye 🖤

[@raetzmc0671]

Oh my gosh I just messaged you on Instagram saying how I missed you! I’m doing my nails tonight so this is perfect. Yay! 💕. I hope you’re doing well

[@Geminifierze]

Loving your tutorials.. tips and tricks are really what ai was looking for. ❤ Thank you.

[@LindaThao]

I’m always learning something new from your videos! 🩷☺️🫶🏼

[@Ms2unique4u]

Short & Sweet….. Excellent video!! 🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@lee-vj7cp]

Thank you for this amazing detailed video👏🏽 Plz do a video about the overlay method and how to fill the space with builder gel.

[@LadyWolf75]

I love your videos, I always learn something new when you post, tysm for sharing with us. Bright blessings.💜🌺💜🌺💜

[@alynicrespilho7934]

Chef’s kiss to this video

[@karinabrandenburg8425]

Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for sharing…😮 I’m going to do my own now! 🎉

[@brendacontreras3292]

Ugh loved this so helpful!

[@valerie022848]

For future reference, the white efile bit you were using is ceramic, not carbide. I love your finished nails! Beautiful!

[@TheBeautyVault]

you’re right, i misspoke. and thank you! 💘

[@felitadexter4519]

Thank you for explaining these things about the nail now. And to do to help the nail last longer. Thank you for your input. Wvery positive, I enjoy nail tutorials.💅🙏🏾💜💯

[@stephanievenegas8507]

I love love love your videos!!🥺🥰 But could you show us how you clean up the excess builder gel that's peaking out, please please??

[@andreafreytes894]

Best nail video I have ever seen ❤

[@vanessavanvuuren8193]

Fantastic tutorial such perfection it's become my most fav nails on clients.

[@debvanh6276]

tks for this great video i too use blue cross cuticle remover and will never change back to my old one. it is the best on the market.

[@samanthanikac8077]

Miss you on instagram!!! So glad you’re doing ok? Love to see the new video 🖤

[@mcca0584]

This video was very well made and informative. Thank you.

[@aracelyramirez8093]

Fill tutorial please!! Love your videos!! ❤

[@Chelliburr]

Lit-rally the best how-to on Gel X I've seen. The lamp thing is so true and I hate mine sm because I have to basically contort my hand to fix it under there. Gooseneck here I come. Tysm.

[@annawelker6446]

Love this! Where is all your Halloween content this year?!

[@swannee22]

You go, girl!!!

[@duh_kee]

Nail tips for everyone! We need move videos please 💜

[@LarissaGoodrich1]

Me taking notes even though I’ve been doing my nails 9 months. :) great job!❤

[@paulathompson8470]

Yes need to see how it done

[@ErikaTheChaosManagerx4]

This was my first time watching one of your videos 👏 👏 👏 I love it. Thank you! Now subscribed 😉

[@jamieespinosa9417]

Just did my nails like this yesterday ❤

[@ashkres8643]

Love this video. Such great tips! I started doing my own nails at home.e a few years ago. I binge watched all your videos lol and just started. With out you videos I guarantee I would have been lost, and probably caused a lot of damage to my nails. Thank you so much for all your efforts that you put into every video. Your the best xoxo

[@TheBeautyVault]

that’s awesome! happy to help, thank you so much for being here. 🥰

[@ncw3]

These came out perfect! Would love to see your version of a Russian manicure ❤

[@ashleyevans1969]

I just love your videos. 😊

[@TracyCampanella]

Hey girl! Always nice to see you

[@ori9inalxabi]

Thanks for the flash curing lamp tip. I have one of the little ones but it is a giant inconvenience and awkward to move my hand while holding the nail in place

[@helenoffermans1969]

They look amazing

[@janaeyoung6896]

Thank you so much for the videos I love the vibe here 🥰

[@TheBeautyVault]

warms my heart. 🥰

[@janaeyoung6896]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@angelaablonczy9210]

Loved this video you did. Do you have a video of how to remove them?

[@user-vf7kb4kv1p]

Thank you for your amazing educational video's. You are funny too and for me you are a keeper. 😁💜

[@kays9275]

This is one of the best videos I have watched. I noticed a few times that you were using a small pink swab during your video. Was this alcohol wipes being used between some of the steps? I wrote down all your steps and I want to make sure I have this right. It will be my first time doing this. :)

[@juliefizpatrick513]

Hi:). Ur videos and ur nails are so perfect! I am in awe of ur knowledge and impressed that you learned all of this on ur own. Everything you do is so precise and I can honestly say your nails are always the prettiest I have ever seen. I’m so lucky to have found ur channel. Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks😊🤗💛💅. I’d be interested in knowing what made you decide to be so passionate about nails? I never had nice nails even when I was a young woman but always wanted them. You have given me hope that if I put my desire to fruition it can be done~if I follow ur instructions:). I was so happy when I saw that you posted a new video💅👍💛🙏

[@dv.23]

Going to try this on myself

[@sharilee4412]

Love your videos. Just found today! Amazing work, great sense of delivery. Subscribed. Just wondering . . .I cannot find wide enough full nail forms nail or dual nail forms for my thumb. 😢 what can I do??

[@catherineers]

I love this length and shape!

[@SimplySallam]

Okay so just finding you page 😂 did you ever do the short on how to add the builder gel if the nail doesn’t fit the sidewall? I notice a lot of my tips don’t fit the side wall.

[@350BMW09]

Great video!! Thanks for sharing these tips. I loved that gooseneck LED lamp from Gelish! Unfortunately, it died after about 6 months of use. 😖😖

[@katekimber2483]

What is the product you are using to place your hands on. Fantastic tutorial. ❤

[@marthahollowell1550]

Great tutorial. Thanks New subbie

[@julienolan5695]

I guess congratulations are in order! You and Chris finally tied the knot!!!

[@TheBeautyVault]

it’s been a couple years now 🥰 thank you!!

[@kellymullins7529]

Awww congrats however long guess u know so few🤣yrs now ❤

[@amandaraecampos]

I miss Loubun💜💜💜 beautiful nails! The only reason I’m able to do my nails at home is because of you! Thank you lady!

[@TheBeautyVault]

he’s getting ready for his 7th birthday party next week. 🎂🥳 also thank you so much for being here! 💘

[@aminanaityahia8065]

Son much information thank you❤

[@notimportant123]

Is Builder Gel the same as UV Nail Glue? I have both but I just use the UV nail glue for Gel X.