HOW TO DO GEL X LIKE A PRO | Simple Gel X Nail Tutorial

[@marpoopellaa]

I’m trying to learn how to do nails for myself, this helps a lot!! I love how in depth you go and I can’t wait to see future videos 😁👍

[@Desalexiss]

Wow thank you so much! I actually taught myself how to do nails before I attended beauty school 💖🥹 Getting hands on with nails was the best thing I ever did for myself! You will get the hang of it soon enough 💖🙌🏽 More videos to come! (weekly uploads) 🙌🏽

[@tamiwingrove5604]

Thx for the tip on using the acetone around the base area, it really helps.

[@Desalexiss]

@@tamiwingrove5604 Glad you found it helpful love! 💖💖✨

[@lorifisher2388]

Do you find it necessary to clip the tips from the nails where the size is? Do you think it shows with a more sheer color?

[@Desalexiss]

@@lorifisher2388 Personally I don’t find it necessary, I’ve used sheer bases and haven’t noticed the number. You could also buff the number away with a mini sanding band! ✨

[@dawnc511]

Thank you for this Deffo gonna try

[@Desalexiss]

You’ll love it! 🎀

[@missmarleerivers1864]

Very Helpful ,Thank you

[@Desalexiss]

@@missmarleerivers1864 Anytime! Glad to hear 💖

[@shem241128]

Hi thank you! Do you have to soak off the extensions next time you fill in the gel? Or can you leave them on and let them grow with the nail?

[@caroleblair1438]

Very pretty ❤

[@Desalexiss]

Thank you! 💖💅🏽

[@tamiwingrove5604]

Love the TIP using the acetone. I tried it and it worked great!!!!! T,y,

[@Desalexiss]

@@tamiwingrove5604 of course!! Glad to hear girl 💖💖😍

[@darkladyd6614]

Wow love it what lamp are you using.

[@Desalexiss]

This is a lamp from Amazon I believe the name was “ALLKEM” flash curing lamp

[@chelseyhussein7899]

Do you ever etch the inside of the nail tips before you apply them?

[@Desalexiss]

Yes! When I plan on wearing the nails outside of content creation purposes. When I am creating content I may or may not etch the inside ✨ Etching the inside of the nail is the proper way to apply soft gel tips for long lasting results.

[@chelseyhussein7899]

@ I was wondering if it made a difference in the adhesion! Thanks!

[@The.Living.Well.Christian.C]

I am in love with your brand!!! Congratulations!!! I have a question. I’m a Master Cosmetologist and I am constantly using water and products all day. Does this affect the gel x longevity in any way? Is there anything I could do to help them stay? I had this question in mind and I stumbled across your brand and video. Could you do a video for gel x tips for professionals? Thanks for making this so easy to follow.❤

[@Desalexiss]

Thank you!! It means a lot 💖🎀🥹 in regards to the retention of your nails, I would look into your preparation before actually applying the enhancements! It could be as simple as you using products that aren’t fully of the quality you are looking for. Try experimenting with other gel glues (we have a great one) ✨ and make sure your nail tips are sized correctly. That is my best advice! I definitely can follow up with a video! 💖🫶🏽✨ stay tuned sis!

[@gyanuhyolmo9587]

I like the way you apply glue and stick level ❤ as wall as I like the glue bottle

[@Desalexiss]

Thank youuuu! We worked really hard to provide quality products for our customers as well as achieving that pink aesthetic! I love pink lol 🥹💖💅🏽

[@alexandrean6657]

Omg I love the color and shape!! Do you cure the rubber base after each coat??

[@Desalexiss]

@@alexandrean6657 Thank you! 💖 Yes you would cure after each coat!!

[@brittanygreen1833]

Where can I find the applicator that you used to add the acetone around your cuticles? I also would love to find the bottle that u used to put the acetone in.

[@Desalexiss]

Hey! They are all from Amazon 💖 The bottle for the acetone came with lint free wipes and the mini swabs are usually used for lash tech but can be found on Amazon too!

[@quinlynbekofe3089]

How do you remove gel x nails?

[@Desalexiss]

Gel X is “soft gel” meaning you can soak them off just like you would acrylic! ✨ You would want to trim the nails down first, then file them down with your E file. Once you’ve filed the bulk of the nail down you can proceed with soaking your nails in acetone! Repeat until the nail enhancement had been fully removed ✨🫶🏽

[@tamiwingrove5604]

To be honest I use acetone with a cotton ball on one side and then I can get the edge of my cuticle remover under it and use a little acetone under and then they poop off, I use the side of the cuticle clipper etc. repeating the step if needed across the nail. It's really easy, and I've never hurt my nails.

[@Desalexiss]

@@tamiwingrove5604 Oh wow! That sounds like you cracked the code lol! I am going to try this method soon 😍🙌🏽 Thank youuu!

[@tamiwingrove5604]

@@Desalexiss it usually takes a few seconds once you can get the side of the cuticle clipper under it, and the acetone makes the nails soft pretty quick.

[@Desalexiss]

@@tamiwingrove5604 Perfecttt! Definitely have to try that next 🫶🏽

[@yardi09]

I got something that came with a glue I bought called tip primer. What is tip primer?

[@tyeshiacarter7016]

What is the primer used for?

[@Desalexiss]

Primer is a liquid solution used after your “prep” to ensure your nails are dehydrated and prepped properly. You would use both a prep and a primer to ensure good retention with any nail enhancement ✨

[@lilacsweet16]

after applying the gel polish do you not need to cure it? or you just left that part out

[@Desalexiss]

You cure the rubber base just like you would any other gel!

[@Lovelyme88]

What’s the difference between gel polish and rubber base?

[@Desalexiss]

@@Lovelyme88 Gel polish is typically used for gel manicures, while rubber base can be used for structured manicures and gel extensions. Rubber base has a much thicker consistency than gel polish, adding strength and protection to your natural nails and even helping them grow out. It is often applied over gel extensions for extra strength. I personally love rubber base as part of the "Gel X" system because, with proper preparation, gel nail extensions can last over four weeks!

[@Lovelyme88]

@@Desalexiss thank you beautiful. I’ll be purchasing some of yours soon ❤️

[@Desalexiss]

@@Lovelyme88 Anytime girl! Looking forward to it 👀😍💖

[@dawnc511]

How long do they stay on for?

[@Desalexiss]

About 4+ weeks! Of course that is dependent on proper preparation 💖🫶🏽 if you follow the tutorial you will be good to go!

[@anyaheleanor6148]

Means the rubber base don't need thebuv light?

[@Desalexiss]

Rubber base is like any other gel, you would still need to cure it 🫶🏽

[@DestinyAlexis.]

💅🏽💅🏽💅🏽💅🏽💅🏽💖💖💖🎀🎀🎀

[@paulagarcia4742]

😃👍❤️😍😍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Desalexiss]

@@paulagarcia4742 💖💖💖🥹👏🏽

[@KamTheShogun]

this is the first time i’ve seen someone not add a layer of gel glue on the natural nail before applying the tips

[@Desalexiss]

I’ve tried many different methods (applying a thin layer, and applying the tips directly without a thin layer) both work great for me!