How To Fix a Cracked/Lifted Acrylic Nail

You've cracked your nail enhancement - now what do you do? Suzie explains why a nail sometimes can crack, and also shows the correct procedure to repair the cracked nail so that it looks as good as new - and is as strong as well!
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[@KaleiLag]

I'm going to walk into nail salons like "do you use forms?" How's your cracked acrylic technique? Suzie said a good nail technician does it like this? She got my back. How bout you? 😂 Lol! Jk! But I know the correct questions to ask going forward! Love ya S! 💜

[@morgantennyson421]

Kalei Lagunero SAME OMG

[@sophiad1837]

Once I asked for a form instead of a tip I realized I'd never go back to tips. It just sits so nicely, looks SO natural, and doesn't lift. Though the technician looked at me like I was crazy.

[@godisdead6611]

Sophia D I tried forms on myself once and it was the biggest disaster lol

[@EloquentlyEse]

Tips can be just as good as forms, if not better. It just depends on how good the nail technician/manicurist really is.

[@BlingBlingTheBSOFTHEISS]

CP20001000 Me too and now I’m obsessed with products lol. Looking back now, I think about all the times the technician took the tip off of my finger with another tip or did a really mediocre job and because I was never fussy they got away with it. I’m going to start trying to do forms and practice it on my fake fingers.

[@alisongraham1078]

me, trying to chat w the nail tech in the salon: so, do you watch nail career education on youtube? nail tech: nail what? haha me, stuffing nail files into my purse: I must leave immediately

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Alison Graham this is HILARIOUS!!!!! Your so funny 💜💜💜😂😂😂😂😂

[@test1test219]

Alison Graham I do the same thing for my hair. I bring up Guy Tang and if they don’t know who is is I scram out of there!

[@Cora-ck1du]

Test1 \test2 id really appreciate if you could help me with a hair issue, i know its been a year but i have really oily hair and everytime i wash my hair (once every 3-4 days) its fixed but within a day it goes back to being super oily! please helpn

[@mimistar2453]

ok who has been choosing the music, because those beats are surprisingly poppin

[@TheNameIsNym]

Honestly tho

[@TheOnlyGHero09]

Mimi Star probably cameraman. he shoots and edits them all I think

[@atriyakoller136]

the tune at the 7th minute gave me anxiety at some point, but then it stopped :d

[@azzajumah1076]

:o :( :) .. :l

[@coffeepandacat]

lol😂❤

[@SuperVivzzz]

Don't know about you, but I now know all the background songs by memory. That's how many videos I've watched

[@TheOnlyGHero09]

SuperVivzzz same haha!

[@morgantennyson421]

SuperVivzzz same

[@amypadayachee3931]

SuperVivzzz me too!

[@budakdosa]

SuperVivzzz Meh too!

[@Longhairprettynails]

Great tips Suzie. Thanks for showing how to fix this ☺

[@kklovesyou5]

Look at yu now !! :)

[@zumartin]

Are we finally getting a "Cameraman does my nails" video?? I requested that before and would LOVE to see it!

[@XxShuushiixX]

You're like the Bob Ross of nails

[@naimorgs]

Julie best comment!!!!!

[@ohmegaia]

I literally was gonna comment this on a different video so long ago 😭 so glad someone sees it

[@bellajay8466]

I am literally so obsessed with this channel, I even ordered an acrylic nails starter kit BECAUSE THIS LOOKS SO FUN

[@pearlmunoz5732]

Bella Jay me too! I’ve never had any interest in doing this until I stumbled upon HER channel. Now I’m ordering supplies lmao

[@ducttapedress98]

YOU HAVE SOME DAMN ENTERTAINING CONTENT SUZIE

[@NailCareerEducation]

+ducttapedress98 lol - cute

[@sarit4252]

is this... jenna marbles??? lmao i can hear her voice.

[@VickyMaree]

I've never had a good experience getting acrylics and I've hated them for years but damn I'd let Suzie put nails on me any day.

[@thecreampuffchan]

Suzie, I really love your shining personality and positivity! Your videos make me smile.

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Ashley Moen thanks Ashley

[@thecreampuffchan]

You are so very welcome!

[@emmafrentrop863]

I have just gotten my own acrylic nail set and I'm so exicted to test different looks and techniques that you have taught me through the internet. I'm inspiring to be a nail tech myself and I thought this would be a good way to practice. I thought it would be good on a fake hand or nail but then I relized that I could test it on myself and see what would work. I'm still in school so I could see what would be the most reliable and comfortable for writing and typing. So all I want to say is thank you so much, I appreciate you taking the time to teach us and show us your techniques in the nail department. 💕💕💕

[@UrbanAves]

I wear my natural nails as short as I can and I don't wear acrylics, but I'm still addicted to watching these vids!! Love your work, Suzie!!

[@echjess09]

I can’t stop educating myself with all of Suzie’s videos... Wish I had someone like her nearby it’s nice getting my nails done for a change. But.... I’m glad to have your videos around you have most lf not all the answers!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Lunalove42]

I demand Grant in a video!! Miss him so much

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Barbara Ymaña grants is coming back

[@jiannaongsioco4617]

Nail Career Education yES grant come back we need you

[@Tasha22Bella]

He's going to do your nails??? ;-)

[@saleenasaini1157]

Barbara Ymaña yas I love the grant vids

[@emmiesloves3075]

yes! we miss grant!!!🤗🤗🤗

[@traceywelch7369]

I am mesmerized by these videos. I don't even do nails, but I enjoy watching these.

[@traceynails5700]

Can't wait for the surprise. I used to do acrylic on myself and never got any better, however with KZbin I've learned some amazing tips. You however have the best tips and how to's. Thank you. I've gone back from gel to acrylic and am loving how much I can do with it.

[@Raghvi_gambhir]

Is it gonna be the cameraman reveal or grant is coming back😱😱😱😱😍😍😍

[@LP-vd3hn]

Thank you for posting a video on your 43rd birthday for us!!!

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Laura P hahahaha very funny laura 😜 if anyone else reads this, Laura is a very close friend and im actually 53 lol/ shes a funny girl

[@annnaam]

Nail Career Education you look amazing who cares about numbers 😍

[@brittanyward5680]

I love watching nail career education. I don't get my nails done, but I love how your nails always look.

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Brittany Rice awwww thank you Brittany

[@brittanyward5680]

Nail Career Education your very welcome

[@colleenasteevesbos6975]

Oh my gosh! I wondered about how to deal with that problem. I use to take all of the acrylic off now you've changed my way of fixing craps. Thanks SUZIE.

[@KakuMommy]

I swear Suzie's videos always make me so relaxed. I start falling asleep as I watch them! Love all the techniques and styles. ❤️

[@annnaam]

Kakurine i watch them to fall asleep but shes so likeable and helpful i find everything interesting at the same time

[@chynabriggs6262]

Hey, I know you get this a lot, but can you please do my nails?? you are a god with the acrylic and I am honestly at a lost for words at how amazing you are!! I wish I lived near you because I would have you do my nails every single time!! I love how smooth your voice is and how understanding you are when people mess up doing something, and instead of jumping conclusions, you talk calmly and you are informational instead of bossy. You are one of my favorite youtubers, and it would be an absolute honor to meet you!

[@xxbabyxckes6xx769]

I am 13 years old and ever since I was 8 I always wanted to be a nails technician❤ I love watching people do nails and I always wanted to be able to do it on my own and for my family and friends

[@SuperFacePlace]

I love this channel so much. I have never done my nails or had them done, and I don't think I will ever feel the need to do them. But I love watching this content because of how relaxing you make it. While giving out some nice free information to people who may be in this field of profession you also entertain people who have no part in it too. Great job and I look forward to your next video :)

[@NailCareerEducation]

+SuperFacePlace awwwwwwwww i LOVE this - thank you 💜💜💜💜

[@skysmyheart]

I only get my nails done about twice a year but you have totally turned me on to coffin shaped nails so I got a set this weekend. Their long and beautiful and I love them! Thanks for your videos. ☺

[@bbyxo0o]

I wish I could get my nails done by you! You are amazing with clients, walking them through and making them feel comfortable! All the people I've been to are Asian and trying to speak English but it doesn't really work😂 I feel really uncomfortable when they just grab my hand and start yanking it around.

[@reneebacklund1946]

kiwibirbz same I'm like it would be better to just speak your language because I don't no what yo saying and I'm like stop yanking me around the salon she wanted to have me wash my hands just left without telling me what to do and I'm like I am never coming here again

[@buttyz9913]

Renee Backlund dude, that's really rude. Do you know how hard it is to learn English especially when it's not your first language? Also, it's know not "no" in that context.

[@karlav4519]

Same

[@PrettyBoyKii]

These videos have been the sole source of my nail education and search for more favorable options for doing my nails done. I started learning because I got tired of being overcharged for acrylics under the guise of "solar", it's the same product but falsely claims to be different and therefore more expensive, and the work was always purposefully subpar so I would have to come in more frequently for fills and fixes. I also noticed the lack of sanitation of utensils between customers and my fingers are so small and slender that I was getting infections from all the cuts and scrapes I was getting because their focus was to pump out ad many customers as possible with no real regard for the customer. There wasn't a single visit where I didn't leave without bleeding fingers. Also having 3 kids, two toddlers and homeschooling the eldest, I not only couldn't find the time get into a salon and even more importantly I just couldn't justify such an ongoing habit with such high cost factors. So I decided to learn for myself and I could do MONTHS of nail designs and styles all for the cost of one set. So Suzie, I couldn't thank you enough for giving me the knowledge I needed to do for myself but also the encouragement I needed to not give up and practice, practice, practice!

[@donnfugaroun5035]

I'm proud to be from B.C. expecially since we have the best nail education you tube channel existing to date. :) :)

[@saragodolphin6843]

I searched in all web something about cracking, wrinkling acrylic nails and I couldn't find somenthing about it or how to do and what to do on it. by the time I took all off and builted a new nail. nice video! thank you suzie.

[@kultaii]

Suzie, feel proud because you've inspired me to take better care of my nails- I've started pushing my cuticles back! Literally for the first time in my 24 years. I am shocked, just that simple act has stopped all the raggedy-ness and stopped all the splitting/cuts I used to get. Who knows, maybe next I'll start painting them! 💅🏻 Can't wait for the next video 😘

[@Dugg124]

I know you've been doing this for a long time, but I can't get over how easy and seamless you make it all look XD Such beautiful work!

[@perksofbeingpale]

Could you do more videos on gel nails? Like how to infill, how to fix a broken gel nail, how to change the shape or whatever. I'm starting with gel but there aren't that many videos out there...

[@destri.]

Can you try the rose quartz nails?

[@yasminmartinez5836]

suzie your the best nail career I've ever know

[@emmiesloves3075]

cameraman reveal perhaps!?!? is that the surprise 🤗😂🤣

[@MrRicarium]

Cameraman gets acrylics??

[@Tata-iu3fy]

EmmiesLoves he was in a early video

[@bobross3356]

Miss B Which one?

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Aiyana Mitchell nail district

[@SalviBear831]

EmmiesLoves camera man can be seen on her Instagram account.

[@SC-vb8ou]

there are no words to describe your talent!

[@ningen6392]

Cristine would make another funeral video D, while Suzie here is actually taking the chance and educate us XD

[@msg7142]

I like how you fixed the nail..I remember breaking a nail..it popped off and the pain was horrific..I never want to feel that again..but good job Suzie!

[@sharonlatour6230]

I'm excited for the next one for the surprise. I love when Suzie does video's!

[@wowlily1245]

I never had acrylics, but now I want to! Lol! It's so satisfying to watch you doing it.

[@Hstew221]

Your videos truly inspire me to follow my own passions

[@nokutytiff455]

While watching this is realised how much I wanted to see you do a whole video of doing nail don'ts and how it would end up looking

[@darilynmonstone7510]

OMG when you were pushing on the nail I was literally screaming "OH MY GOD!!!!! SUZIE!!!!!!!! AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!" Needless to say I love this channel

[@palomasecundino9837]

Happy birthday Suzie! Thank you for everything that you do! You have inspired me in so many ways!

[@bekkiredfern1712]

I would really like it if you were to do a video on how to do the nails that have the water, or whatever liquid they use, in them! I was looking through your videos for one, and was kinda surprised when I didn't see one. Your videos are super educational though!! Thank you for answering all of the questions I have always had!

[@mayamoon9207]

This is super useful to know! I just ordered some acrylic products and they'll be arriving soon so I can finally start practicing! You're videos really made me realize I want to be a nail tech :)

[@MsMOLLYKINS]

Beautiful Suzi always beautiful . Most nail artist that Ive been to just take the nail off and start again. You are so wonderful at teaching thanks as always xoxox

[@vonmonroee]

Hey Suzie! I recently started my journey into nails and not to brag, but for the most part I seem to be good at it and it's thanks to you and these helpful videos!!! You are so patient and helpful, I look forward to seeing. Your videos! However, the one thing I'm struggling with is blending the acrylic by the cuticle, if you made a video of this specific topic, it would be SO appreciated... Lol thank you so much for being a great teacher in these videos! 💕💕💕

[@melissasmith5465]

Thank you so much for this, this is one of the things they didn't cover in our nail tech course. This video makes it less scary. 😃😘 thank you! (Perth, Australia 🇦🇺)

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Melissa Smith well it certainly should be covered - its great see it first hand/ kinda glad i broke it

[@politicallyenraged2342]

I freaking love when Suzie puts a new video out. ❤️

[@vixen200008]

u make it look sooo easy but at the same time u do great work

[@_serenity3298]

Even as a newbie I always knew to file the cracked residue down first before applying fresh product, figured that was a given and this is coming from being self taught...

[@jlbellla]

i have a question Suzie, what's the difference between purple and clear coloured monomer? i got my nails done 2 months ago at a new salon (to me) and he used clear monomer. it kinda freaked me out and confused me because all the other salons i've been to used purple. is there a difference between them or no?

[@TallulahFoxxx]

Very old question, but in case you still need an answer: purple monomers have UV inhibitors in them. Sunlight/tanning beds cause plastic to yellow, and that’s essentially what nail enhancements are: plastic nails. If you have a light or clear nail enhancement, they can turn yellowish if they are exposed to too much UV light. Just like purple shampoo for blondes, purple cancels out yellow! Nail companies add purple uv inhibitors (sort of like a sunscreen) to the monomer to neutralise any yellow tones that may occur if you live in a sunny place or use tanning beds 🤓🥰 If your tech was using a clear monomer, it may have different types of inhibitors that aren’t purple (especially if he was using a darker coloured acrylic and it didn’t need the inhibitors). Or it may just be a monomer without any inhibitors at all ☺️ if your nails are still colour correct, great! If not, and they yellow, it’s always worth asking them the next time you’re in if they have a monomer with UV inhibitors.

[@kibaetienne2171]

Thanks for the tips Suzie. I can't wait to see what the surprise is gonna be

[@kellymulholland661]

Hope the surprise S to finally see cameraman! I just love his voice! Thanks for the tips, just happened to me as well.

[@Gigisxavier]

WONDERFUL example of the importance of liquid/powder ratio when you showed the bead to fill that big index broken chunk... tnank you Suzie. I almost died every time you pushed the index nail to show the cra k and how tender it was EEEEEWWWWWWWWWW 😱😱😱 But to see a class from you is always worthyl Thanks for teaching! 🙏😘💖 (just don't push broken nails, just don't 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂)

[@AngelicaRae13]

I got a fill a few days ago & I had a crack in my natural nail right down the middle & I thought she was going to have to cut my nail down but she filed it down & my nail was fine! I love my nails!

[@nyamayok4842]

I love your vids! They make me happy when I am having a bad day. You make my day turn around with your positive attitude! Thank you for that! I appreciate it very much!❤️❤️❤️😘

[@BeesNailWorld]

I posted a video just like this a week or 2 ago. I had extreme lifting & was not about to redo the whole set lol glad to see I'm not the only one who does this! XOXO

[@jeannettemorley5872]

Why am I so fascinated by these wonderful videos, when my job is jewellery making, I do loads of sport, and I can't have long nails? One day....... 😉

[@amybeth6782]

Can I just say how much I love your choices of background music! I need a soundtrack! 😂😂

[@Anarchivist343]

I'm so excited for the suprise! I also think you should make v blogs of like a day in the salon. I wish I could go but I'm in the US.

[@aliciataylor1809]

I thank you for all your videos absolutely love them, and more Grant please!

[@nathalielandry5194]

Very informative thank you. It comes at a good time. My client broke her natural nail all across as well. I chose not to add on top of it as it was so painful I couldn't even file it to remove the acrylic to see the damage. :( I told her to come back when the pain is gone and I would redo her nail. Thanks again.

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Nathalie Landry awesome👍🏾

[@TheKrista5]

can you do a video on how to keep regular and gel polish from chipping and how to make it last longer?

[@TheKrista5]

Nathalie Sanchez haha right

[@SpookyGal]

TheKrista5 Gel polish shouldn't chip if you have applied it correctly. After 2 weeks my gel polish still look perfect.

[@TheKrista5]

Maybe I put too much or I have funny hands

[@TheOnlyGHero09]

TheKrista5 maybe your nails produce a lot of oil and "sweat" the product off

[@MrRicarium]

That's what happens to my nails as well, but I can't really afford gel or acrylics.

[@BuckboardRd]

Glad to see you are using Kupa efile.

[@annao163]

Hi Suzie first I love your videos! I stumbled across your channel while searching for nail design ideas. I am nail enthusiast since childhood days, I love doing fun things on my nails. And your videos give me tons of inspiration😊 I used to get my nails done at a salon for years but as I get older I find myself seeking convenience😛 so I started doing dip nails at home. And Now I am venturing into doing acrylics. Your videos help me a lot with technique too. Keep up the great work! (P.S, the reveal shots, what color pink is that? ) also I think Exclusive Nail couture need to give you commission 😊I have ordered tons of products from them because of your videos, have never heard of them before you mentioned them)

[@rebecahoffman9181]

OMG . I really need the you teach me and correct my mistakes . Very nice job

[@karinasnaildesigns]

great video I've learnt so many tips I'm just starting out doing nails your videos have helped a lot thank you 💕

[@feliciamalmberg6794]

i had craaazzy anxiety so i thought why not watch u and now i'm a lot better

[@SimplyShakeila]

Suze knows best!!!! 💕

[@mandimoo87]

love the reveals gorgeous colours. cant wait for the surprise

[@olivianicholls5157]

Have your kits come back in stock? I realllyyyy want one xx

[@jenny9343]

Olivia Nicholls I wanted one and couldn't wait ended up ordering the baby kit from the website and love everything it was a little cheaper too I've done my nails at least 6 times and have more than half of the monomer and most of my powders still really full :)

[@NailCareerEducation]

+Olivia Nicholls im working some very exciting products coming to my store 😀😀

[@olivianicholls5157]

Nail Career Education that's great news! I was going to buy a kit and realised they had sold out! I live in the U.K. and it's really hard to find professional kits that last long x

[@olivianicholls5157]

Jenny aww I'll have a look now! I've never done nails but I think something like those kits would be a great start! X

[@jenny9343]

Olivia Nicholls before I got the kit I'd never done nails either but got the hang of it really quickly and now I get compliments from everyone who sees them. they don't know I do them myself and always think a professional has done them gotta thank Suzie for all of that haha

[@BexleyAnnabelle]

I don't even wear acrylics but your voice is sooo soothing 😂

[@SwimmingismLife99]

Suzie can you do a video or series, for gel for amateurs? For people who want to do gel at home, good brands that we can buy online without licenses and aren't too expensive? And showing more how to structure a nail!

[@shedarianjones9169]

I needed this tip. And that color is beautiful 😍😍

[@fischmensch3008]

I'm so excited i can't wait until next time😭. Suzie why are u doing this to us😭😭.

[@meghanm.6231]

You should try cheap Ebay 99 cent acrylics, like, from a professional standpoint!!

[@IamMissPronounced]

Thank you! This video will be so useful in the future. I had a split about a month ago, and before I could get to a salon or fix it myself, it started lifting and pulling my natural nail with it 😬 Ouch. It was a painful hour as I tried alternating between filing and soaking the whole nail in acetone. It wasn't a bloodbath, but there's no way I can apply a tip to the healing nail. So no acrylics until it's better! 😭

[@NailsbyLizBuckland]

I know this question will not be answered. But what if the lift is so small, that the only way to see it is by putting pressure on the tip, therefore the edges barely lift, but lift is present? I have done constant "lift check" along with my amateur skill it may very well be the cause. I noticed you left some "nail" on but every time I remove the edge the new edge has the same barely there lift. At this point I'm forced to believe that the who nail is affected in this way and unless it all comes off the new nail will behave the same until its removed and bridged properly. Is this correct?

[@chrisco5850]

This is therapeutic af. 🥰

[@shoponline8287]

Can you bring back the nail kit ... Suzie's Debut Kit!!!! 🤞🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@sstovettop5221]

That smile line reminds me of the borat swimsuit

[@eviedagger_xo6220]

Omg i love your channel so so much.

[@esthercotter]

I love how you designed the French in this.

[@theunicornxpress4739]

Love your videos and just realized you hit 1 million. Congratulations, and eager to find out what this surprise is. :D

[@jazzyparntz6451]

Suzie - I'm new to the longer and pointier shape (i.e. the shape of your nails in this video, which your videos inspired me to try😘). This seems like a silly question but can you please show how you file the length down while still keeping the shape?

[@jennybingus]

Oh my - that butterfly top you're wearing is so gorgeous! I want it, lol!

[@jiminthecutemochi7652]

Beautiful nails as always!

[@Melissanailzcliques]

beautiful work, flawless

[@emiliagrace8121]

I love your channel ❤❤❤

[@BelsGels]

Hi Suzie, can you pretty pretty PLEASE tell me what acrylic brush you are using in this video. I am pretty sure its the LIcorice but I want to be certain before I order. It looks perfect and the exact type of brush I love to use. If you could please let me know that would be wonderful. Also if its not too much to ask can you please tell me the length of the bristles. I am so fussy with brushes and don't like them too long. I really loved this video. This is something a lot of people struggle with and you explained it so well. Have a great day xXx

[@georginapaul9621]

I wanna see how you did that pink & white nails. I never seen you do that style yet 😍💖

[@anonymous-su6dx]

Haha I finally got my first set! So happy and you inspired me thx sm

[@laurathedino13]

Id love to see a video about what your nail tech should and shouldn't be doing or how to pick out a good nail tech im really struggling

[@lpslover5361]

I love your nails and how calm you are when things don’t go right 😂 I love s!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@aprilmanint8525]

A surprise?! Oooooo! Can't wait!!!!!

[@simonenz3889]

hi . I was wondering if you would do a video on Egg Shell nails. French would be lovely. And the difference between sculpted egg shell, and using tips to do eggshell nails. loving you chanel and you. Really appreciate the work you're putting in . thanks heaps from down under.

[@aracelivargas400]

you saved my nails and pockets with the liquid to powder ratio , I use to dip my brush until it was super soaked to then get rid of it with the napkin and continue to waste liquid 😵😵 it's super important to watch those little things when dipping your brush . 😚😚😚😘😘