HOW TO PREVENT YOUR GEL-X NAILS FROM LIFTING AND POPPING OFF *lasting up to 5 weeks!!*

Welcome!! In todays video I show how I get my gel-x nails to last up to 4-5 weeks. It's taken quite some time to learn how, but now I get to share all my ✨secrets✨ with you
I've been doing my nails for almost 10 years and I am completely self taught. I was sick of spending so much $$$ at salons and not getting what I wanted done. I now share how to do your own DIY nails so you can save $$$ as well:)🤍
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[@marilynmorrison4936]

Just a tip if you start your application of hard gel or just nail polish start with your pinky and work your thumb you avoid touching any of your nails. My mum gave me this tip 40 years ago and it works!! Great tips on prepping our nails

[@auntielu4394]

Does that work when you are flash curing your nail tips on?

[@LoriCrocker-rp7xy]

WHAT IS HARD GEL??

[@euwah]

​@@LoriCrocker-rp7xy a very thick gel that allows u to extend ur nails

[@RanidouChacho]

If I don't have these machines can I just let these extensions dry on me?

[@tiaraalaine]

@@RanidouChachonope, gel is a resin and the curing is a chemical reaction that you need a uv lamp for, uncured gel leads to contact dermatitis so a full cure lamp is 100% required

[@sofiacrucesss]

Hi, nail technician here!! This is by far the most accurate video I’ve seen on KZbin, it is straight to the point and really shows everything you need to know in order to do them at home, keep it up I love your channel!! ❤

[@stitch5162]

do i need to put a base gel before gluing the nails with hard gel? sometimes i see people do it because without it it could damage the nails but sometimes people dont do it can you give me some advice please? thank you!

[@Ruby14333]

No u dont but if you want to be extra gentle witn your nails you can can!​@stitch5162

[@evasam1789]

I've been doing my nails for a couple of months now and they usually lifted by the 2-3 week mark. I tried all the tips in this video and my current set is going on 4 weeks now with no lifting! It's all in the prep :)

[@richoffambitionn6320]

Heyy what’s your fav nail tips to use ?

[@amy_dsc]

This is great! I was thinking on this, thanks

[@jayda.j]

I binged your nails videos, and started doing my own a couple months ago!!! I’ve gotten so good that even my friends have asked me to do their nails!! Thanks for motivating me and giving me a way to do my nails easily at home!!!!

[@aubrey.hewitt]

I just started doing my own nails and am trying to learn

[@FunnyFaye]

That’s awesome, and SAME I LOVE doing my nails and all my friends ask me to do theirs!!!

[@_lynnloo9988]

cuticles dehydrator buff primer (tiny bit) optional (hard gel + buff + dehydrator + primer) extend gel cure shape ur gelx nails prime/buff gelx nails apply gel on gelx nails apply to nail, not too close to cuticle clean skin with acetone cure use drill on edges drill to remove shine

[@simple_naildesigns]

Thank you!

[@mayuu_sh]

after that should i apply base gel....or i can directly apply gel polish?

[@TheVlogLife]

I’m getting better at doing these… as soon as one pops off I start over… prepping differently then I did the first time…. Getting better every time. Thank you for this video

[@alyadams6388]

omg when i first saw your nails i thought “wow i wish mine were so strong and healthy…” and to hear that you also suffer from very thin nails blew my mind. I struggle with my incredibly thin nails and can never get them to glow and look good. Thank you for this video!!!

[@emilys8961]

I thought the Sally Hansen cuticle remover was the best ever until I tried the Blue Cross cuticle remover. That stuff is insane! It works immediately and removes dead skin that I didn't even realize was there. It works really well on my toe nail cuticles which are more stubborn.

[@paintedstars2]

Agreed. I used the Sally Hanson till this past winter when I too bought the Blue Cross. That stuff is bonkers how well and fast it works...and ESPECIALLY on toes!

[@tierramoon1190]

Where did you get the blue cross one?

[@linlingg94]

I did my own and it popped off the next day 😭 but i followed your method and i can feel the difference it’s definitely more sturdier! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@a1299r3r]

Did they last?

[@linlingg94]

@@a1299r3r yes they did! This method works very well so i highly recommend

[@Maryyyyc]

I’ve been binge watching your videos in the past and now again, and I’m finally going to try doing my nails at home instead of paying like $80 at a salon. So thank youuu for inspiring many of usss

[@hellolove429]

I feel like I rewatch your videos every time I do my nails. And they still don’t come out the same! Kudos to you! It takes me like 2 hours just to do all the steps and the application that by the end I have no more patience to do nail art hahah I know it’s practice but man. Just kudos to you.

[@damarisnunez2618]

Yasss girl I was just wondering how to get my sets to stop lifting. This came in just the right time!

[@queenofbling6292]

I love how incredibly detailed this is

[@Nrogan20]

I've been going down the diy nail videos rabbit hole and recently purchased everything I hope I will need.. this is hands down the best most detailed video I have watched and so informative.. ty! In get all my stuff tomorrow and I'm so excited for this! Ty ty

[@user-yz7gk7fl1e]

I always have one pop off around week 2 😢 I do everything the same as you but I never tried your “overlay” step before adhering the gel. I will absolutely try it! I just spent hundreds on full cover tips and finally decided to sculpt nails with gel instead but if I can get your method to work I will be so grateful 🌹

[@itsellabean]

I Love your channel. Usually, I'll just watch a tutorial but it won't be really informative. With your content, I Instantly gained important info about caring for myself. I can actually use your tips and really take care of myself. There's a lot I have learned from your videos. Hair care, nails, etc... Thank you!

[@swiftiegirl_13_]

hey kayli! i just wanna say you are the person that inspired me to do my own gel extensions at home!! you are my nail idol and i look forward to so many more nail videos!!

[@mychannel8809]

Me too! Currently waiting on my kit 😍

[@trollqueen9623]

swear im telepathic bc i was gonna try the black french today and had no idea how to do it but u uploaded THISSSS bless.

[@hitzzey]

Jesus christ, this taught me everything i had to know about making my own acrylic nails and i was just looking for a quick tutorial. Best nail video i’ve ever watched. Thank you.

[@LvnTheDrm23]

In the beginning if you leave on the sticky layer your next layer (of whatever) will adhere better. You do an amazing job, thank you ❤️❤️

[@AlliWelage]

Wow that was by far the best explanation I have heard! Thank you so much ❤️ I have had similar issues with nails and until now I was stumped. Looking forward to seeing more. Have a blessed day.

[@savannahallen0310]

so happy to see you posting again! i loved this video so much and i found it very helpful when it comes to doing my own nails. i hope you are ok and i look foward to whatever the next video brings us!

[@graciecatkittylover2328]

Yay!!! I am literally sitting down to do my nails! Your nail vids have helped me so much!!

[@EveHyland-in8jb9ti9y]

I have that same bottle for liquids that makes it so much easier for alcohol solutions etc, a really cheap but really handy buy. ❤️ I also have the goose neck lamp which made a massive difference also. Great step by step instructions btw and I love the black and white designs on your nails, so stunning . 🖤💅 Blessings from Scotland. 🙏 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🌹

[@ROBERT-xx7ui]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today?

[@vanillapop6425]

Gurllll!!! You save my 💅!! I follow your step-by-step of the layer of hard gel application🤯 perfect

[@mychannel8809]

Thank you so much for this video!! I ordered everything and am sooo excited! I only went to a salon twice now and had super bad experiences both times, I watched your videos and decided to take matters into my own hands, I absolutely cannot wait!!!

[@elizabethdimsdale1771]

I just started doing my gel x nails at home and have been having this problem, thank you so much for this video! I am absolutely going to follow these steps!

[@RheRheSmily]

Did they work? The tips?

[@kaym5015]

​@@RheRheSmilythey do

[@coramodica1243]

Huge fan here. Your videos are amazing and detailed and close up. Very very informative. U go girl. 😊

[@blueberrybat2478]

You are the person that made me want to do nails!!!

[@kalynbrook8569]

You are so amazing with your tutorials and explanations. I've been putting my fake nails to close to my cuticles and I have a nail drill on the way to try to do them the way you did and make them seamless. Every time I do them they pop off or lift two days after applying them.

[@ChirokeKedone]

I watched this video so many times and just did my gel x following her video and buying a lot of the stuff she used and I love my nails. As a person doing this for the first time it did take me about 4 hours but this video helped so much. Thank you for making this video I’m never having someone else do my nails. ❤❤

[@Dana-mt3zw]

i've been doing my own nails for three years and what's really helped me is the dry manicure method. downsides of that is obviously my cuticiles get super dry and i have to moisturize them every day but my nails last so long. I also use a nail gel glue that's in a "jelly" form compared to regular nail gel glue that comes in a bottle. those literally stick to your nails for so long!

[@lilianjohnson8659]

Your'e voice is so calming i feel so calm while watching ur videos😁

[@pinkmatter11]

Just single handidly bought everything in your description to get started on doing Gel-x nails!! im super nervous so i am hoping it comes out good but I am fully invested and inspired. Can not wait for more nail vids

[@deephikakarthik7371]

heyy these types of videos are always so helpful but I would absolutely love it if you made more videos of multiple nail designs

[@hannabrossart8832]

First of all I love your nail designs and my nail art is usually inspired by you!❤️❤️And I did not know you are supposed to leave a gap in between the cuticle and the nail so ur not the only one!!!I guess I have been doing it wrong for two years!!💅

[@ladyb90luvme]

Ordering my first gel x kit now, love your video can't wait to get my own nails did!!! ❤

[@sexypp4423]

Omggg hi Kayli! I’ve been waiting for new nail videos, im so excited!!

[@tonyagonzalez6471]

So I purchased this stuff, and I LOVE!! Ty for information, IM GONNA SAVE MONEY $$$ I’ve had them on for 3 days now no issues!! I need tutorials and designs now that I got them on.. so plz show us EVERYTHING u know & ty again

[@Bigpapisigma]

I’ve been excited about this since I saw it on your Instagram

[@slakraze6288]

This answered like 5 questions I’ve always wondered (is it ok to keep a base of gel? Should I use more dehydrator/primer over the base coat?) great video, THANK YOU

[@realityglamdecor]

The nails turned out so good 🔥🙌🏾

[@sdaniels911]

So glad I found your video bc I did your steps and my nails finally stopped popping off. It was the primer step I think that helped . Thank you !

[@Ferryn13]

I am going to start doing my nails because of you ❤

[@TracyCampanella]

Hey Kayli. Always nice to see notifications from you

[@jnina913]

I just want to say thank you for this tutorial! I followed your instructions precisely. Because of it, I have a gel manicure that looks just as good as when I previously went to the nail salon.I’m saving money and looking fabulous

[@susanna8708]

1) don’t put cuticle oil onto your nail plate in the middle of the prep process, if you have oily nails like me that’ll make your problem worse. 2) hard gel is not meant to soak off… builder in a bottle and rubber bases can, but hard gel isn’t meant to be soaked off, it’s meant to be consistently infilled.

[@n0thum4n]

Hard gel can be a soak off gel as well and if you do proper prep you can put oil on she does that because its benifical to her nail health if it doesnt help you dont do it

[@teasedbytee5522]

@@n0thum4n actually hard gel isn’t to be soaked off, you have to file it off. There is however structure gel which is like a hard gel but can be soaked off

[@AleshaVB]

I was thinking exact same thing. That is for after. If shes that worried about the health of nails then dont do fake nails. Just do the oil. ? Lol still like ur video tho.

[@BelsGels]

I agree with you 100% Hard Gel = file off, Soft Gel = soak off. If someone is soaking their nails a long time in acetone to remove hard gel then that would be why the nails are brittle and damaged, due to the long soaking process and prying to remove the hard product. As a professional nail tech I would not be putting cuticle oil on during application either. Its counter productive and a waste of product and money because you using dehyrator to remove it. Just wait until you have finished, that will be fine.

[@nevaehsarchive_]

Okay so I initially planned on doing blush nails but now I’m reconsidering after seeing your nails

[@pineappleoghana1986]

Yayy she's back!

[@gabriellarongstad]

ok I always kept having them pop off the cuticle so knowing that you don't put the nail right in the cuticle so you can blend it to your natural nail helps me so much!!

[@heatherm5041]

I don't know how I've never seen your videos, but anyways. I've been doing my own nails for years and I've watched so so many nail videos and this is one of THE BEST videos I've seen!! I do the same prep work and it was a game changer in helping my nails last longer/not lift and chip!!

[@Kaileynorriscreates]

This is exactly why i started doing my own nails. Going to the shop the design was beautiful but they did not last a week before lifting. Doing my own my nails last an easy three weeks! My key is dry manicure and following the steps of whatever system you are using.

[@licerice8881]

this vid inspired me to do my nails about a year ago, now im obsessed! i have a whole drawer of nail stuff and love doing them :D

[@SuRFerretti]

Gonna try the prep on the inside of the tips next time! Thanks. I also file the top side of the cuticle edge of my tips before I stick them on. Makes the cuticle separation ridge a lot thinner.

[@isabelcapeles2346]

I tried it with a Mani I tried to do yesterday night, they popped off this morning. Literally use the same products and did everything in this video step by step. Normally I go in with an efile but tried the primer method. Didn't last at all.

[@SuRFerretti]

@@isabelcapeles2346 I tried it, too, but my tips are pre-textured at the nail plate. Just returned from vacation and, other than one breaking off in the extention area because they were too long, I've had no lifting at the cuticle (and I'm someone who gets immediate lifting from "professional" applications).

[@brenna9974]

Thank you sooo much!!! I'd never heard of this before and was doing my nails with polygel but it was so hard and I tried this kind today after seeing your video and it is so much easier!

[@gelandtelll]

I thought I was the only one that had one nail that grows faster! It's my left index finger nail! Love the addition of hard gel, I'll have to explore this option.

[@kamiladepaula194]

Just came by to say I’ve watched your video 2 weeks ago and applied your knowledge and my nails that used to last hours sometimes are now on their second week!!!!!! Thank you for the tips ❤

[@carinafigueiredo53]

Hi great video! As a suggestion dont use oil in your nails before applying gel, that is the last step, the oil is absorved by the nail and causes lifting, using oil and then a primer which dehidrated the nail is not the correct way

[@gloomeh9048]

I was just going to say that! Gel HATES oils. If anyone else sees this do not use lotions/ hair oils etc 24 hours before you do your nails! it helps i swear!

[@ashleymelizondo]

gorgeous set! 💕 awesome tips too, thank you so much!!

[@lisagonzalez9597]

Hey beautiful, just started watching your channel and I’m loving it!!❤

[@familyguy2698]

This was a great video lots of great tips and tricks and the nails 💅🏽 look amazing

[@fayejohnson3241]

Omg I need that pointy bit. After I paint my nails they look so bulky at the cuticle & I was getting so discouraged. Adding it to my cart now!

[@uyuvt]

this video was amazing!! i just bought some gel polishes and i'm so excited to refer back to this video when my polishes arrive :'))

[@cindysmith1798]

Honey, I APPRECIATE your wealth of information and you pronounce that word any old way you want to!

[@soft_serve_666]

14:44 😂😂 Nice 👌 I'm about to start doing my own gel x nails. While waiting for the kit to arrive in the mail, I've watched every tutorial I could find on KZbin. This one is by far my favorite one I've come across. You explain not only how you do it, but why. I'm going to follow your exact instructions. Thank you for taking the time to make this video!

[@kellymccarron8913]

Fellow nail tech from Australia 👋 Thank you for your video, the hard gel overlay is such a great idea! I still have some small issues with lifting and I hope this technique may help. Also going around with the sanding band is genius 👌 I'm hand filing and this will save me time 😊

[@nicolemontbeliard7720]

Thank you Kayli ❤ this is the only method that works for me… doing my nails myself ! When I go to the salon they pop off like in 2-2.5 weeks… and they high end nail salons supposed to use high end products and high end techniques… when I use your method they last like one month!

[@Lisa-hk6qj]

Your commentary speaks my thoughts!! That's so cool. I knew I liked you SUBSCRIBED 👍🏽♥️👍🏽

[@asambros2]

Yay another nail vid! Could you do a video on trying out solid nail glue? I’m so intrigued and would love your thoughts!

[@akerripo]

i started watching u and i already adore you

[@karaclason]

Your trick for doing the French tips!!! I’m so trying this! These are gorgeous 🤩🤩🤩

[@Teenku]

I got all gel nail stuff because I came across your videos 💖💖

[@celestineallen1172]

Thank you for showing me how to prep my nails. I had never scraped the skin off of my nail cuticles, so my nails were always popping off. I followed your steps in this video, and it has been two weeks and none of my nails have lifted at the cuticles. I will never skip that step again. Thank you so much.

[@kikiquiero]

as a nail tech i loveeee the dehydrator and primer from apres, my clients extensions have lasted more than 4 weeks on medical emergencies (i DO NOT recommend this otherwise)when they cant come to see me, and for taking care of them i recommend ibx treatment and daddy oil to promote growth and cuticle care in general (Aquaphor is amazing too) 💗

[@kayliboyle]

i have their dehydrator and primer and love it!! I recommend these just bc they are cheaper and do the job:)

[@kikiquiero]

@@kayliboyle the Mia secret ones are good too! and I always recommend over 70% rubbing alc as dehydrator if u want a cheaper option :)

[@MsSahai]

So happy I found ur tutorials....jus what I've been looking for. I love a nail that has a curve apex....I know I'll have to build it with gel a Lil more but I hate nails that kick up/upturned. They mostly screen fake press ons to me. I know u mentioned in one of your videos that u like a Lil more of the same. Have u found one that u like with this shape? That isn't as pricey as apres. I can't wait to see what else u come up with on this channel. Love. Tyfs. Also I've changed from using nail uv glue I've found using the hard gel so much more manageable. Ty for this 🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@rachaelelliott1758]

I always put the dehydrator back over the hard gel to get oils off the gel but the primer is designed to prep natural nails so it doesn’t really make a difference if you put the primer. But it works either way obviously

[@nataliemiller1056]

Mine never last longer than a week, im ready to give up!can't wait to watch your video!im losing hope that ill have to go back to the salon !!

[@mssafe3204]

Hi, I have a quick question for you. Can you do gel x with builder gel? Are hard gel and builder gel different?

[@His_ChristieRose]

I didn’t even know hard gel existed. I’m totally new to at home nails. We are nail twins. My nails are super weak. I take iron, collagen, and nothing works. To make it worse, my nails grow upward. I will definitely add the hard gel step.

[@Mary-bh9le]

Which tips do you like the best? How do they compare in shape/length, apex and strength/flexibility? Would be awesome if you could do a video on this!

[@TracyCampanella]

Check her description box. She has a link to her Amazon storefront there. Her favorites are there.

[@cynthiajump6060]

Thank you! I have very flat nail beds and couldn't figure out why the cheap amazon nails worked but the apres didn't. I like the apres better (short round). I followed your video and first time with no bubbles. fingers crossed they last more than a day!

[@veevee8236]

This is so helpful OMGG, my current nails keep lifting at the cuticle so hopefully this works out ❤

[@sherena5540]

AYO KAYLI I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS

[@StArrBeArdy]

Love! Adhesion, Lol. I liked it when you said it your way. I've started doing my own nails this year and have watched your videos to learn the proper steps in getting them to last and I have had no issues with lifting so far. I remove them properly and my natural nails haven't taken a beating, they're still in pretty good shape. I do my nails every 2 weeks. They definitely could last longer but I just really like doing my nails and switching it up. I've nearly got all the necessary supplies, the only thing that I haven't gotten yet, is an e-file. I'm scared I'll over do it and ruin my nails if I do. What do you recommend for a beginner on a budget?

[@TracyCampanella]

Check the link to her Amazon storefront in the description box. As for going overboard, just put the efile on a low speed if roughly up your nail or removing dead skin. Until you're ready, use a hand file 😊

[@hannahhess5772]

Im no expert here but, You dont necessarily have to need an e file for gel-x nails. (Im just assuming that's what you do.) It will be a little bit difficult to remove false nails without an e file. If you are not comfortable with using an e file fo not use it. But, if you do want a beginner friendly e file I am almost certain she has one in her Amazon storefront. I hope this could've helped!

[@Jacky-wd2wr]

i’m going to use your tips and maybe even try the hard gel hack as well. my nails lift at the 2-3 week mark so i really want to see if my next set will last 4-5 weeks by using your tips.

[@preese100]

Hello! This tutorial is extremely helpful. Thanks!

[@cydneyactie6064]

Thank you for this video, but I do have one question. Why didn't you use a base coat prior to the pink coat?

[@isamarpagan4564]

Love this just did my nails and i definitely feel them alot stronger dan what they was when i used to do them

[@celinamac2050]

another stellar video!!!

[@Aya-xc7su]

You had me at “cuticle pusher backer”. Instant sub.

[@alexispachesky4945]

I like how you explain this well the reason why u need dehydrator and primer

[@NightSky90s]

Amazing nail design!

[@TashaFierce111]

I loved this video so much! Subbed!

[@fuzzy_foxx8321]

Normally just wear my nails shaped almond with just gel but I wanted a little length so I tried gelx. Honestly i really like it so far, very lightweight compared to acrylic

[@jessb7455]

Hey girl love your videos!!! Is it possable to do a video or a short part of a video on gel allergy’s? I began doing gel nails over last winter with the beetles stuff and then started beetles gel x! I LOVED IT untill one day I became alergic and now I literally can never do my nails again… I know tons of other people have had this issue too after starting diy nails! It seems to be somthing that doesn’t have a lot of info about it so since it happened to you can you give more info on how you fixed it/ prevent it?

[@courtneymitchener9268]

So if I were doing my nails at home and wanted a more sturdy regular gel manicure, could I in theory just apply a layer of hard gel on my nail before the gel polish to help strengthen the nail underneath?

[@marjanrupa3732]

This video is so helpful, thanks so much for making it ❤

[@MichiganHoney]

Can you use clips to hold the nail in place while curing? Or does that create bubbles?

[@scarlette.27]

Gurl you help me save more money hehehe you better start ur own nail salon 💅

[@coral1396]

nice video, thanks for inspiring me to do my own gel-x nails

[@TracyCampanella]

You can also use a hand file around your cuticles instead of an efile to keep the back of the gel nail down.

[@kyliecrown533]

Walmart has a cheap e file by kiss it takes a while compared to a “real” one but helps with the nail beds or if any gel leaks under the nail