How To: Dip Powder Nails with Tips

DISCLAIMER
I am NOT a nail professional. Just a DIYer with minimal knowledge of actual nail stuff. These are ONLY my opinions and while these products and techniques work for me, you may have different results.
Products Used
- Clear Dip: Peppi Gel Clear www.peppigel.com/products/cle...
- Base: Triple Vitamin www.amazon.com/Triple-Vitamin...
- Hand file www.amazon.com/MAKARTT-Zebra-...
- Nail Tips www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
- Tip Snippers: www.amazon.com/Kiss-Acrylic-N...
- My Sanding bands are currently unavailable but here are some similiar ones www.amazon.com/NMKL-Grinding-...
- Buffing Blocks: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
- Dehydrator: Mia Secret currently unavailable but heres a comparable one www.amazon.com/Modelones-Prof...
- Activator: www.amazon.com/Kiara-Sky-Powd...
- Contour efile bit: Came with my efile and probably came with yours too! Heres a diamond set link just in case www.amazon.com/dp/B008FMRQDE/...
- Cuticle Oil: candiskincare.com/
E-File Recommendations
- Melody Susie Portable www.amazon.com/MelodySusie-Pr...
- Melody Susie Scarlett www.amazon.com/MelodySusie-Pr...
- Natplus Portable www.amazon.com/NATPLUS-Profes...
SAVE $$
- Peppi Gel i.refs.cc/w4PYigLF?smile_ref=e...
- Maniology www.maniology.com/?rfsn=37256...
- Revel Nails i.refs.cc/JinDYJJA?smile_ref=e...
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- Panda Dip: Use code Marla15 at pandadips.com/
- HookedbyAB: Use code Marla at www.etsy.com/shop/HookedbyAB?...
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Thank you SO much for watching!

[@brandyrobinson9904]

Yes seeing a fill would be nice I always just start over every time I do my nails

[@MarlaKris]

Brandy Robinson I got you! 💕

[@nails4theweek]

Me too!

[@jodigreen9685]

Please

[@cherylstevens5131]

Yes and we really shouldn’t have to right ? IMO you should be able to fill just like the others.

[@MarlaKris]

I just did the VO for the fill video! It’s literally the easiest fill EVER! Soon loves!

[@wendywilson81]

Ok, Marla. I’ve been binging on your videos for 2 days now. You’ve built up my confidence to attempt my own dip nails. I can’t even polish my own nails, but I’m going to order a Revel starter kit and give this a whirl! Thanks for all the great content!

[@kenziepeterman8366]

You make applying tips so easy 😭 I love long nails so I would love to see more videos with longer nails!

[@katesnails]

i am loving these frequent uploads! i always look forward to seeing your manis and ideas 🥰

[@MarlaKris]

katesnails thanks, sweetheart! I so appreciate you 💜

[@olivialancaster3880]

I purchased tips a long time ago, just purchased clear dip.. can’t wait to get home and get to work on my nails. You’ve encouraged me !

[@-rse-702]

Love how these turned out 💕

[@mandyy3195]

Yes, a video for dip powder fills, please! Thanks for the dip with tips video! And yes, my thumbs are always my “problems” - from dipping to filing. I figure it is because of the surface area. Lol!

[@Willow_Thorn7]

I absolutely loved this video. I'm new to dip powder nails and I plan on using tips and this video was fantastic. You've definitely earned a new subscriber.

[@ErikaTheChaosManagerx4]

I'm very new and about to start this up. I've been debating on doing tips because my nails are just so short and weak right now. This video helps a ton!!

[@ericemclinden2662]

So happy I found your channel I went and bought a cheap dip kit to try cause you make things look so fun and beautiful can't wait till my kit get here to practice then go on to getting a good kit I am teaching myself how to do nails of all type so thank you for having great tutorial and your voice is very relaxing your rock

[@MarlaKris]

Erice Mclinden I’m so happy you found me too! Thanks so much! And yay for DIY nails! I can’t wait to see all your new manis! 💜

[@stephanieteague6381]

Absolutely love this mani!!!! I love my long nails. Can’t cut them short 🙁 These are gorgeous! Can’t wait for the fill video.

[@dianac3877]

Just the tutorial I was looking for!!! They look great, hopefully I can recreate 🥴

[@nanllyn]

I love your nails. I'm not a nail tech either just someone that decided to do my own nails in Feburary when my nail tech had hand surgery. Then the quarantine hit and I decided to continue doing my own nails from now on. Anyway, so many KZbinrs like really long and/or over the top designs, which I think is really neat and pretty. But for me, I just like a square nail with an ever so slight rounding on the corners as not to be sharp. I love your modified square shape with a somewhat ballerina style to them. My favorite look is a french manicure with a sheer color and then add either unicorn powder or holo powder over it (I've also used different color glitter). It's all so sheer that you can still see the french manicure under all of it. I think you might like this type of french manicure look. Thanks for showing us your technique. I will have to try it and hope it looks as pretty and natural on me as it does you. Take care and be safe.

[@irismckinney2884]

I like watching ur videos. Ur easygoing relaxed and u don’t take it to serious they can be take off and redone at anytime!

[@CmiriamH7]

I love those nails they look so classy and natural 😍

[@MarlaKris]

Miriam Hudson thank you so much!! Can’t believe I love them as much as I do.

[@Nenita409]

Loved this look. I’m trying to use tips to grow my nails out myself so I definitely love the longer looks. 💖

[@MarlaKris]

Kat-Lyn D girl - same! And thank you!! 💕

[@FondasNailRoom]

I like how you apply the dipping powder. I understand u aren't a professional but I'm going to try it your way. I think it'll turn out Awesome 😁 ty

[@tracyperez9535]

I love your work! I am just getting started doing my own nails and I find your videos very helpful. Thank you!!

[@MarlaKris]

Tracy Perez thank you so much!! And thanks for taking me on your dip journey. I’m honored 💙

[@suewarren7738]

This video speaks to me. I love the simplicity. I love the way you made it look so darn easy and covered each step clearly. I like the up close filing with both the drill and hand files. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I have watched so many of your videos I feel like a stalker. I’m not however a creeper, just a nail weirdo. Hahahaha🤪🤣❤️

[@MarlaKris]

I appreciate you and all your kindness 🥰

[@1thyanni]

Love these tips! I'm going to try to get them on my nails.

[@donnastokes-manning6175]

At first I thought you messed up on the first dip because you didn’t get any along the edges. When I saw you put the base on for the 2nd coat I realized what you were doing. Keeping the bulk down along your sidewalls. Now that I paused and wrote this, it hit me that you will probably explain it in the video…. If so, please excuse me for wasting anyones time reading this, but if not then at least people will know. 🤣😂😅🤣. I just found your channel two days ago and have been very impressed with your work for not having a license. I am 60 years young and just started doing my own nails about two months ago. Your videos are very informative so thanks for doing them.

[@MarlaKris]

Lol never a waste of time! Thanks so much for being here 💜

[@tammieyoung6386]

you blended the dip and tips together very well. thx for sharing the full process.

[@MarlaKris]

You’re so welcome, love! 💗

[@Corey21207]

I enjoyed and learned from the tutorial ! Your presentation is so natural! Thank you!

[@MarlaKris]

Thank you so much! 🥺💞🥰

[@its_me_jen_jen9204]

They look fantastic! 👏👏👏

[@tamaraatkins5767]

I've never done tips on myself but this definitely makes me want to try!

[@ThePolishQueen]

I love dip powder nails! Great video 💖💖

[@melissabarnes]

I love the tips, I struggle with getting ones that look good with my nails! I'm gonna try these ones and see if they work! Thanks for the video, love it!😍

[@MarlaKris]

Melissa Barnes you’ve got this!! 💕

[@themerz6982]

Thanks for the post. I've been doing my own forever. Want to learn how to do it better & more properly. I remember testing to see if dip could take a gel cure top coat, I guess it's ok! Worked for me. Glad you post things about letting the activator dry well. I've had trouble w/ my brushes seizing up. Going to look if you have a post about doing the, "hard hand". Boy my right hand is tough!

[@lotusflower18]

I haven’t tried tips yet with dip! Thanks for the vid, gonna try it tonight. *fingered crossed*

[@annahobbs9725]

This was o helpful!! Thank you so much for making it!!

[@rosarivera4754]

Thank You!!!! For this?! I had to do tips on two of my nails?! Wish I’d seen the video first?! But now I know?!! LOL!!! Thank You!!!!

[@jaclynscott9833]

I see that you used the base gel to apply your tips, that leads me to my question for you, at any point did you cure the nails after putting the tips? Thanks

[@sable747]

Thank you! I was going through the steps with you. It was nice to have a girl chat. For my first time putting on tips - I think it was pretty good. One of them kept popping off!? My husband was laughing at me. It was helpful to hear how much time it takes!

[@Cornwall3]

Beautiful job as always! I have only had tips at the salon if I broke a nail so I could keep all my other nail length. Now that I'm doing my own it's good to know how to do it. I cut my nail length down a lot since the salon and I actually like them shorter. 🥰

[@MarlaKris]

Steffi P I’m not usually a tip person but I got so tired of seeing my bitties on lefty while right looked perfect - so tips it is for now lol

[@simplyreb8621]

I love your videos. My nails turn out beautiful every time! 😍

[@MarlaKris]

Aww yay!! I love to hear that! And thank you so much!

[@kristinowens899]

I've been sick and haven't done my nails in so long i need a refresher just to be sure!! Thanks for this!! Came right to you! I'll get them done today, if it kills me!! I started yesterday haha, I'm all ready to apply!!

[@MarlaKris]

Kristin Owens I hope you’re feeling better! Send pics!! 💜

[@whitneyleger1136]

I love love love your videos! I too am a full time mom to a beautiful babygirl who will be 2 months old the 12th. I love doing my nails and really found a passion for doing them during my pregnancy. I started off with gel polish before I developed an allergy to it and could no longer wear it, ended up really damaging my nails and I suffered with onycholysis. Well about two weeks before my due date I ordered a dip powder kit and watched your tutorials.. I ended up using full cover tips just because of how damaged the free-edge of my nails were and then I put dip powder on top and they lasted!! I had my daughter on the 12th and all the nurses loved my nails and I told them I learned from a girl on KZbin!! I now don’t have the time to do my nails as often but have graduated to using tips with dip powder.. I’m still learning how to get it just right but your videos are always my go to for help! Thank you for making such good videos!!💓

[@MarlaKris]

Congratulations on your little girl!! 💕 and thank you so much for your kindness! You make my heart smile 🥰

[@ProudlyPolished-zd9ck]

Omg yes a fill in. And this is so helpful

[@sassypants5716]

Oh my gosh…I did not know you could use regular dipping powder on nail tips! So much to learn….. I just bought a polygel kit a couple of months ago because it looked easier than it actually was (I’ve only tried it once). From there, I moved on to gel nails - didn’t like them that much. Now I’ve found my “jam” (as my granddaughter would say): powder dip! First one was weird but passable, second was a little messy but better, third time was a charm! I absolutely love doing my nails now! I did buy some tips but I thought you had to use polygel or acrylic to put them on. You have NO idea how happy this video makes me. Now I will follow this video and do my own nails to look like salon! I can’t thank you enough for your great videos - I watch them all the time and they give me courage to try different tricks. ❤️💅🏻

[@MarlaKris]

Omgosh you’re so kind ❤️

[@sadawski]

I usually go fully natural and shellac at most. Now my housework toddler and lifestyle basically have made my nails break and chip all the time. I tried dip twice now using kiara sky line and it made my nails weak and break regardless of how careful and gentle I was-I barely filed my natural nails only lightly with sanding block to remove shine. Anyhow I saw Leah Remini’s nails on Scientology and the aftermath on Netflix and even though I’m not a fan of talons or stiletto nails I fell in love! I’m going to do tips and dip soon and found your video very helpful thank you! I watched previous videos by you and loved them as well. I love square and oval in the past, I may do almond to try or square I’m not a fan of coffin/ballerina nails at all!

[@pantherlady7]

Hi!! I am a new subscriber and just wanted to say THANK YOU for your videos! They are so great. I am currently waiting for my starter kit from Peppi Gel and am super excited to try doing my own dip nails for the first time. Also, YES!! I would LOVE to see a video on a fill! I had no idea you could do that with dip nails. Anyway, Thanks again!!

[@MarlaKris]

Becca Trotter hey lovie! Welcome to the family!! I’m so glad to have you and happy you’re enjoying the vids! You’re gonna LOVE peppi! Such an awesome product and company!

[@DP-tk2yz]

Im so excited, i bought a cheap kit from ebay and im ganna try and learn how to do them during these boring days

[@MarlaKris]

D P oooh yay! You’ll have to let me know how they turn out!

[@dipnailsbyjewlz]

Love these!

[@rhondalove1047]

This was SUPER helpful, thank you Ms. Marla. I have a good free edge, but I wanted a bit more length without having to wait 2-3 months, decided on tips.

[@MarlaKris]

You’re so welcome, love! ❤️

[@kathryngonzales1901]

I would love to see an in-depth review and swatches for the Kiara Sky line. I just ordered all kinds of stuff based on your videos, but only have Kiara Sky powders coming lol! I appreciate you💜

[@heideemarthinus6580]

Awesome, love it.

[@lisakaatman5430]

Liked the look!

[@jennifervillescas5847]

Omg! Those came out abosolutely beautiful. I LOVE a long nail, (i keep mine long). You you have a pretty darn good eye, those babies wer all the same length! Love watching you!

[@MarlaKris]

Jennifer Villescas thank you so much!! I really loved them too!! 💜

[@lvee9184]

Yes a fill in would be awesome 😎

[@isabellamarra5157]

Hi Marla! Thanks so much for doing this video! Helped me out so much! Would you recommend the natural color or clear color more? What’s the difference with them when product is on them? Thanks so much for your help! Love your videos’

[@user-pk5fj2hm3y]

Thank you Marla for your video. I have been wanting to add some length to my nails and don't want to use the full coverage nails. At what step would you add the peel base on so that you can add either gel color or dip for the easy removal.

[@chrissylopez5447]

I cut my nails down to short so I will definitely be using this video to add tips today!

[@sexiijamdav21]

Love the way your nails came out! Question if I were to do a dip color after the clear, would I put the activator on first to dry the clear? Or just apply the base, then the color of choice, and finally the activator?

[@impressionsbyangie7418]

i love these tips...tyfs

[@IhtzzmeeAnni]

hey love your videos, quick tip I've learnt is pinching my nails. It helps with achieving a better C curve

[@pattipuglia6687]

Perfect video today! I'm planning on adding tips but would also like to use color dip powder. Should I build my apex with the clear tip first? Also what is the trick to not wreck the dip color when buffing the nails after applying the activator?

[@BanzaiBoyle9336]

Yes please. A fill with dip.❤

[@nasia2089]

video idea - for a new dip nail DIYer essentials... (essentially your kit to dip powder nails at home) love the vidoes!!

[@kimberly5928]

I love the square nails too! So thankful I found your video!...everyone is doing coffin...& I’m just not a fan...so...Thank You!🤙❤️🌺

[@annclarke9901]

I love your work! I would love to see some different powder colors with ombré! Maybe some more nail art and stamping!

[@MarlaKris]

Ann Clarke Thank you so much! I have all of the above planned!! Stay tuned! 💜

[@sherrifurnia1477]

Nice job better than a lot of pros 👏

[@hkahookele1]

Thank you! I bite my nails but manage to atop when I have dip on them. They’re so short that I need tips to have a short regular nail. This was helpful

[@trishschuster5964]

Very nice !

[@iamdolluvr]

I love your videos. They are clear and concise. Even though I am a retired professional nail tech, doing acrylic and natural nail manicures for over 20 years. I struggle with the application of the dip powder. Especially with the nails on my right hand. They are so uneven, I end up filing off a layer to get them smooth. You can imagine the ramifications of that! Any suggestions? Also I look forword to seeing a video on fills. Every professional I spoke to who did the dip powder told me that the nails must be totally removed and reapplied. That just doesn't seem right to me.

[@Charita85]

Very helpful video thanks for sharing ☺️

[@Deborah4848]

I love it.😃😃

[@raquelr6127]

I love the tips .

[@ucheokoye6744]

Nice work love it

[@alikakuni6146]

Will you try the AVVA dip kit? Your videos are so helpful I’m so glad I stumbled on this!!

[@regenafisher4897]

Loved your video. You made it look so easy lots easier than the old way. Do you know if you can use chrome powder over dip nails ?

[@MarlaKris]

You sure can!!

[@ZenatDrown]

love it

[@dmallen469]

Marla, I'm just a few months late in commenting on this one, but as a hot mess sister, you have the most beautiful skin! I'm going to join the FB group too-well hopefully 😄 they will let me join. I love your channel, your voice, your content. I've recently been diagnosed with Sjogrens syndrome which has decimated my once beautiful nails, hopefully they will somewhat recover. But, I do so appreciate your artistry! ♥️♥️♥️

[@MonicaandGomez]

For a beginner what nail speed should you be on when you are cleaning the cuticles or filing the nail so its flush with the natural nail? I got one of the drills you recommended so Id appreciate any tips. I'm going to learn to do dip with tips lol. Im excited

[@amberallen5830]

Yes absolutely! I need to fill mine currently because my nail tips won’t be in for 2-3 weeks 😢 and my natural nails are still growing

[@MarlaKris]

Amber Allen I got you! Coming soon!! 💕

[@debbrasparks4634]

Hey @Marla Kris do you still use mia secret nail prep when prepping your nails or have you found something better???

[@astariaeverett9215]

Yes I wish you would of tried to do this with unt to see if it works with reapplying them but either way I love it all thanks bc I have tips and been waiting for this

[@astariaeverett9215]

Peel off base lol UNT

[@MarlaKris]

Astaria I wish I had tooooo but I absolutely will in the near future!

[@aimeehodgin6359]

Marla, I watch several videos + listening to your music really gets me in the mood! This is many moons before I actually subbed you because I liked your style! On one hand, (my dominant, which is my leftie, always looks great. My right, not so much...but I am allowing that to formulate! Today...October 7th, I just finished...I do not like what I am looking at. My nailbeds hurt on 4 of my fingers! Please, tell me what I did wrong? I thought things were going great. Other than that.....doing nails really calms me down! No anxiety here! 2 Thumbs up! Just thought you would like to know! Have an awesome week!

[@lauriemiller9668]

I’m only going to do my own nails, should I get the melodie Susan portable or the Scarlett nail drill? I’ve tried the one for about 30 dollars and it’s to fast!

[@mickiedooley1857]

Yes please do a video with a fill in with dip. If you could also share how you change the color with dip tips

[@michellerodriguez3862]

Are you able to use acrylic powder to do this ? And is nail art foil glue good for using in between dips? I’m trying to use wat I have

[@chelseab364]

Hey Marla! When you started filing with the barrel, how high did you have the efile on?

[@denisecodorniu8932]

I am excited to try .. I was scared until I saw this lol

[@marylance2740]

You make that look so easy if I was to try that I would probably glue the nail upside down on my finger 😂 God I wish I could do that it looks so stinkin good it is so good everything you do turns out perfect it seems good for you sweetie 😘❤️

[@MarlaKris]

Mary Lance Lol it’s easier than you think it is! Don’t over think it. 💕

[@amberholguin8088]

Now Marla... you know it’s way too early in the morning to challenge us to a drinking game! 😂 And hells yeah we need a fill vid!

[@MarlaKris]

Amber Holguin 🤣🤣 hey - it’s 5 o’clock somewhere!

[@kamipetrosillo8518]

how many coats of activator did you do and how long did you wait until you filed?

[@cindyrella888]

Would like to see gel method with tips! does the apex method apply when using the gel method? Thank you!

[@amiediangelo7560]

I would love to see a video done with white tips I’m nervous to try the clear power over plain white tips. Interested to see if it will look like a good French manicure.

[@TheNikkit008]

Hello... I noticed that you used a different base coat... So you do not have to use the same base coat(brand) as the dip powder? I have a base coat by Modelones that I used for polygel... Thanks, love your videos!

[@impressionsbyangie7418]

they do look really natural, i like that..

[@alexandriancooper9462]

I’ve had to rewatch this a couple times today bc im doing tips on someone today 😅😂

[@caMpBeIIA]

What glue do you use for the tips?

[@tracyperez9535]

Can you please mention what the products you are using are? I love your videos and have found it is the easiest one to follow. I do my nails as a hobby also and always looking for new ideas. Thank you.

[@susans.5664]

Definite would love to see a dip fill!

[@MarlaKris]

Susan S. Soon, love! 💜

[@liveloveglitter7378]

Love your videos

[@MarlaKris]

Live Love Glitter thank you so much!! 🥰

[@annelozinski1205]

What tips to you recomme d for somebody with Large thumbs?

[@allwaxxdup23]

Idk how I got so lucky but I found a nat plus portable e-file on Amazon! I can’t wait til it comes so I can use it. I have such an issue with lifting after like a week and a half so I’m hoping it will fix that problem. A fill in video would be awesome too! I stress-picked my dip off so now my nails are splitting! I don’t want to have to cut them off when I remove so knowing how to fill them would be a lifesaver! 🙌🏻😂

[@MarlaKris]

Alexandra Vandehey oooh lucky ducky!! That’s so awesome! You’ll have to let me know how you like it after you get to play with it. Fill in filmed and should be uploaded next week! Yay!

[@rebeccamann1310]

Did you do the refill with the Gel?

[@hollystraight9203]

I'm looking for the Triple Vitamin base using the link you provided but it will only take me to the activator - looks like the only way to buy the base (step 2) is the large refillable set which is over $100. Do you buy yours this way? I want to buy just one bottle - help please - also I love your channel !! You are a genius :)

[@edithboyd9824]

Love the tips. I think Im going to add tips because I sure couldn't use the poly gel. My real nails just do not want to grow no matter what I do.

[@DivineWhispers]

This was super helpful. I'm just starting out and I learned a lot from you. Thank you! A few questions: 1) Is there a comparable manual way to accomplish perfecting near the cuticles and over the nail surface without an e-file? 2) Would you consider making a video with tips and color dip, rather than natural like this? I'm not sure what to do with clear versus color after the tips are on. 3) You mentioned at the end that an option is a gel topcoat, which wasn't shown here. Is there an advantage to gel other than the powder's usual topcoat when color is used? 4) is there a way when you voice over to either caption or show the productv you're using? I was trying to peek at the bottles. 5) Also, I wasn't sure about all the goals/details you were attending to with the toothpick near the cuticles because your voice over wasn't explaining that. I'm super curious. This is all new to me. Sorry if my questions seem very basic. Quarantine is bringing out my creative curiosity about nails, and I'm hoping to do my own even after lockdown is lifted, with any luck. And that's after 18 years of going to the salon. Thanks for the inspiration and for sharing your knowledge. My first attempt at dipping was embarrassingly bad, so now I'm trying to learn tips. I'm hoping my 2nd attempt will be better. Tutorials like yours are very helpful! Thanks!

[@IhtzzmeeAnni]

Hey, thought ill answer some of your questions, as i have literally binge watched her vids! Lol Im pretty sure she has a video on filing and preparing her vid, but there is plenty on youtube which explain how to get the perfect base. Most of her vides now have captions of what she is using i.e. dip powder names and top coats. The reason gel is a better option, (it is purely personal preference). But you get longer wear out of nails as they get stronger with the uv light and also they will be super shiny in comparison to dip top coats or regular polisb top coats. Hope this helped :)

[@navneetLBSIM-tw3st]

I also tried the Powder nails but my nail tips are of white colour so when I apply transparent powder on them the transition was very distinct and it was not smooth at all. so what can I do with that white tips? You used natural color tips... but i have white. No idea what purpose they will serve.