How to Properly Remove Gel Polish (E-File Method)

[@BestNailTech]

MORE MORE MORE! I NEED MORE OF YOUR EDUCATION VIDEOS! You and The Meticulous Manicurist are my virtual mentors. Love you and am so grateful for you sharing professional techniques and giving education that goes beyond passing state board.

[@trolleydolly70]

Thank you for the time you take to make your instructional videos. You're clear and concise and easy to follow. So thank you!🙌🏼

[@Alyssaj1236]

"Wrap them up like little Chipotle burritos" 😂😂

[@everythingbuthair]

would you ever be willing in the future to do a video of how to take care of/protect thin, over filed nails and return them to good standing? nail school has completely destroyed my hands and im wondering if the product I'm using is correct. Love you thank you for all the time and energy you put into this content!!!

[@Disneyfragrance_bykr]

Waiting for this too

[@BestNailTech]

There is no way to return your nails to good standing. All you can do is let them grow and not damage the new growth. It's a process cause they break and chip so easily until the healthy nail is at the free edge. It took myself 6 months to get my nails in a healthy state. I now take product off when and how I'm supposed. I also don't file and buff so aggressively like I did when I was learning. Another key thing to do is to moisturize since nail plates are 25% water. If they hand the correct amount of moisture, nails will bend and flex instead of snap and break.

[@everythingbuthair]

@@BestNailTech Yes I understand there's no way to fix it, I meant purely to ask how to protect them until the new growth arrives. Aside from lots of moisturizing, I read/hear a lot of contradictory information on what product is best to protect them with from more damage in the mean time and was looking for more insight.

[@BestNailTech]

@@everythingbuthair oooh, I understand. Apologies 😜

[@lizvaram9044]

I love your very well explained videos they are very helpful I personally don't soak off gel polish I use my E-file to remove it... but I love the way you explain everything one of my goals is to teach about nails I truly love sharing my knowledge and passion for nails

[@edithelbourn7385]

Thank you Liz for the educational video and all the time you you put in to making them. The minute I have a question you are giving the answer. I am intensely practicing . You are an amazing instructor.❤️

[@Rybys1]

Thank you so much for your videos, every one of them gets watched multiple times and I learn so much from your education.

[@MonaroMel1]

Thank you for this. I only do acrylic design so I rarely have to remove gel polish. However occasionally new clients turn up with gel polish and even though I've been trained to remove it it's good to see the process. Thanks again xx

[@athertonca]

Your educational videos are by far the best. You are doing a real service by explaining and demonstrating proper and safe procedure. I love the non-glitter polish you are wearing. Can you tell us what it is, please?

[@TheNailHub]

Hi! I used Light Elegance "Time for Tea" color gel and "Salmon" glitter gel.

[@steffizakka3702]

Thank you for all of your nail fundamentals playlist. I’ve been following you for a couple of months and have learned so much from you. I’m a DIY person and I love everything related to nails so I appreciate you using your knowledge to teach others. Your style of teaching is very detailed and I am able to easily follow you because you take the time to define and elaborate on what you are doing. If I may put it in one request, I would like to see you do a nail tutorial from start to finish with gel enhancements and a basic color over it. I would love to see everything put together from everything you’ve taught so far. Thank you so much!

[@g-bgcg]

Hi, I love your videos! So informative and detailed. Your husband is such a good sport letting you use his hands for demo. I must say he has very clean and nicely manicured nails thanks to you. I think more guys should get their nails manicured as part of their regular grooming. It looks so much nicer than hang nails or dirt under their nails which is so unsightly. I give my husband manicures and pedicures and he loves the extra attention. Plus his nails look clean and professional when he goes to work. Thank you!

[@Lishamisha22]

Men with well groomed hands should be normalized

[@samhugh4965]

I can’t tell you how excited I get when I see a new video of yours pop up...like a kid on Christmas morning, lol. I grab a coffee, pop in my ear pods, and if hubby is around, he receives strict instructions to only interrupt if there’s a die emergency. Soak-offs for me used to be a big headache. My daughter can have hers off in 10 minutes, and it’d take me an hour. Whether it be prep, less-oily nail beds, whatever the cause, gels really adhere to my nails. So, I finally broke down and bought an acetone steamer. Wow! What a difference. Gels pop right off! What are your thoughts on steamers?

[@TheNailHub]

Yes I have tried those as well and they do work well but only for some gel. I still prefer the wrap method for in the salon setting, but the steamers are good!

[@lpcookie1]

I am so grateful for your educational videos and taking the time to teach us these important steps in nail care.💅I just purchased my first efile from Makartt. I've been hand filing to remove topcoat to soak my gels every 3 weeks or so for a couple years now. It takes so long and thought I should finally take the plunge and buy an e-file. I'll be sure to be careful, practice, and follow your instructions. Purchased a flexifinger to practice on too.

[@oceanne0724]

Thank-you for taking the time to do all these videos. They are amazing and a wealth of information. I'm learning so much and I'm so happy you did a video on E-Files because I want to invest in a good one and good bits. I was wondering, is there any special way of cleaning the bits when you get some soft gel on them while your filing. I was wondering if you have a chance, if you can show us how to disinfect the bits, would it be like disinfecting the nail implements ? I would appreciate this so much. Thank-you so much for doing this for us and sharing all this info., and keep being the wonderful person that you are !

[@sarah13sj]

Another great video! I ordered 2 of those bits to remove gel polish. I can't wait to try it! Looking forward to your next video!

[@samanthamann7001]

Awsome as always! My question is, how would you handle it if you had done some minor to major damage is there anything you can do to to repair it? I understand safety and knowing what your doing is an absolute , just wondered as in the beginning of a career I know I did a small amount of damage . Happy new year! to you and Herman ! Cheers from Australia🌺🐨

[@TheNailHub]

We all make mistakes. Best thing to do is pay close attention while working and if you accidentally cause some damage just leave it alone. For example sometimes I have given myself a ring of fire on my right hand because my left hand isn't as good at efiling. Once I notice I've filed a bit too much I leave that spot alone and let it grow out. Hope that makes sense

[@vickirickman9373]

Hi Liz This is my third video back to back, taking the time to actually learn before jumping into it😊👍 Your husband is amazing. There’s no way I could possibly get my husband to partake as you have. Even when I’m cutting his hair, he is so impatient. All I hear is are you done yet? Are you done yet? Lmao Thank you again for all the helpful information!!

[@TheNailHub]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@kyliesowers9229]

Hi! Your videos are awesome and super educational! Thank you! Question about gel polish removal; have you heard of Aliver magic remover? Do you recommend? Thoughts?

[@helenaorphanides8112]

Liz u are great. Ur videos are so so helpful. Thx so much for shsring. Happy Easter from ur subscriber in Cyprus😊❤

[@TheNailHub]

Thank you so much!

[@nezakodre]

Love your videos. They are so informative. Do you plan doing a removal of gel as well? I strugle with that since I do not see the diference in color of gel and nail bed. A few times I overfiled my nails. Now usualy I leave a layer of gel on the nails rather then hurting nail bed. But I'd love to learn see the diference for those persons who want to remove everything off

[@femketjeNL]

Thanks for sharing this! It's really helpful ☺️ happy new year!

[@TheNailHub]

Happy New Year!

[@sharexoshowxo]

I really needed and appreciated this detailed video. Great information and tips, Liz!!😙

[@ItsMsHannahB]

how long do you recommend going between gel nail removal to prevent damage? great video!

[@JordanaMafalda]

Hi Liz I was taught in my gel course to remove gel with E-file all the time, but all the products were hard gel not soak off. Can we use a E-file all the time? Thank you 😊

[@sunflower6434]

Love your nail polish…kind of a pink/mauve champagne colour.❤

[@victorian9287]

Liz, is that CUTICLE SCIVER BIT? When will it be available on thenailhub?

[@ItsMeDee60]

Thanks for always sharing excellent and relevant info. I have been practicing how to remove gel polish and or bulk, works great and feeling more and more comfortable doing it. Happy New Year!

[@fallenangel5346]

Thank you baby girl! Happy New Year 🌟 Hope your new year be filled with happiness, good health and prosperity

[@QZoe]

I recently found your channel a few weeks ago and really want to to get into doing my own nails as getting my nails done “professionally” has been very costly for very crappy service last year I had enough after developing a fungus and having my natural nails so damaged I could feel certain areas of my nail that felt as if there was no nail 😔 that was a year and few months ago and I recently started giving nails another chance I want to do dip powder could you Please do a video on that I’m obsessed with you videos thank you for them❤️❤️

[@elsiee1076]

Dumb question if I'm only working on my own hands should I purchase should I be purchasing left and right handed bits to work on my non dominant hand?

[@TheNailHub]

Hi Elsie, not a dumb question at all. I am right handed so I buy all right handed bits. This is a great idea for a video. I will show you how to do your dominant hand.

[@i.8885]

You can buy different bits for left and right or find two sided or crosscut bits that work on all directions. Whatever os cheaper

[@jenlambie14]

Hi Liz another question, I am a diy gel lover but I have horizontal splits in three of my not so young nails. Can you do a video about applying gel to less that perfect nails? Love your channel ❗

[@creativesundries]

Hi Liz and happy new year! Chipotle burritos!!! 😂💕💅🏼

[@closed4393]

Another great video Liz❣️

[@Rina-uh9zm]

You are amazing explaining so much details that I really needed to know! Thank you so much ☺️

[@everythingbuthair]

thank you thank you thank you again Liz

[@beautifulnailco3473]

Do you ever place them in a led/uv light ?

[@joleeervin7228]

Great! As always. What colors are on your nails?! Gotta have those 💖

[@ElenaSchu]

Do you have any tips for removing product from the free edge portion of the nail? I find it the most stubborn bit and my clients like to grow their natural nails long so I find I have to wrap every finger twice. I might be not filing the free edge enough so I’m hoping an e-file will help (once I’ve taken my course and had some practice!)

[@claro3603]

again a great and helpful video, thank you so much! And I have a question: what do you think about Peel-off Base Coat? Is that a good alternative to soaking off? I never noticed you talking about that kind of products. Dear greetings from Switzerland and happy New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Liz.

[@TheNailHub]

Hi, I have tried numerous peel off base coats and they all seem to pull on the nail a bit. I much prefer to leave a protective layer of gel on my nails (aka overlay) and I work on top of that. Constantly touching or natural nails can wear them out.

[@claro3603]

Thank you very much!

[@liveandletlive7152]

Happy new Year 😘and thank you for all you do for us all.We love you

[@TheNailHub]

Happy New Year!

[@u2bleas]

I love watching your videos.

[@oyahals]

I don't have the drill bit (yet), can I use a sandpaper bit?

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

Awesome video as always!

[@lexishackleton4245]

What bit is this? ☺️

[@karinamhennessy9010]

Another great video, thanks Wishing you and your family a very Happy New Year

[@TheNailHub]

Happy New Year!!!

[@lindat1879]

Hi Liz. I've heard if you leave the acetone on too long when you're doing the soak off it'll dry and the gel will harden again; is that true? What is the max time it should be left on? Thank you again for the informative tutorial 🙂. Wishing you and yours a Happy New Year.

[@TheNailHub]

Never heard that. No not true from what I know. Max time is 30 mins. After that it can cause uncomfortable sensations. And also if you're working on a client check in with them every 5 mins to make sure they do not feel any discomfort.

[@lindat1879]

@@TheNailHub ok good to know. Ty

[@TheCupofthea]

Hi Liz ! does it matter if there is a bit of base coat on the natural nails or you have to get ride of all the gel ?

[@TheNailHub]

You can leave a bit as long as it's not lifting.

[@nailcandy]

Awesome video! Where are your nail wraps from?

[@TheNailHub]

ebay

[@WhatsMarlyUpTo]

Another question... Can we use the soak off method if we have applied polish on a full cover overlay? Or will it remove all layers of gel including the overlay?

[@TheNailHub]

On overlays its best to file off the color. You can use acetone to soften but it usually eats away at the whole thing making it a mess to file. Dry filing off the color is my preferred method.

[@WhatsMarlyUpTo]

@@TheNailHub Copy that! Thanks for response. Dry filing it is!

[@krissynddd8642]

Thank you!! Awesome video.

[@jeannestrauss946]

Great video✨Thank you so much💕🎉

[@hennys5549]

Great video again! I wish you a Happy New Year! :)

[@hms3girls]

I hope this comment gets seen even if the video is over a year old...i really like the Erica hand piece but her mt-20 machine was discontinued. Can i just buy the hand piece and use it with a different motor or is that a no-no?

[@TheNailHub]

They will be launching the updated MT-30 around April. And no you cant use the handpirce with other controllers. I would suggest waiting for the new one to release.

[@AmandaMoen]

Funny thing, I'm not used to using the soak off method. When I was getting gel manicures 5-6 years ago, my nail gal would e-file the gel polish off, and leave the base. (Luckily, I had an e-file from a long time ago, and slowly and carefully, e-filed the color off, when my schedule got too busy to make gel manicure appointments. Those gel manicures literally would not chip off. They basically lasted until the nail completely grew out.)

[@jenlambie14]

How often is "too often"?

[@TheNailHub]

More than once every 10 days. I don't recommend more than that.

[@santiedewaalmalan8531]

Thanks for the video 🌹🌺👍

[@raluci]

Could I lay (hard) gel color over a gel polish base? :D no construction needed under. PS: Your videos are so educative and professional. Keep up the good work!

[@TheNailHub]

Yes absolutely as long as it's not a hybrid gel base. For example CND, Gelish, or Essie base wouldn't work long term because they aren't meant to last that long. I would recommend making sure the base you use is something that can be with long term. Anything that's more like nail polish won't be good.

[@Alyssaj1236]

So really the only way to remove gel polish is to use acetone? I feel the acetone really dries out the skin around my nails and causes the skin to peel.

[@carolinaaraujo1493]

I've heard that acetone is not good for the nails... Is that true? Anyone?

[@TheNailHub]

Carolina Araújo acetone can be very drying and it also strips oils including natural oils. However it doesn’t actually damage the nail or eat it away or anything. One of the downsides of soaking off gel every time with acetone is you’re stripping the skin’s natural barrier oils which can irritate the skin and it makes nails dry. Check out my overlay tutorials to see me recommended method.

[@caroleecampbell7030]

He has nice nails.

[@LifeAccordingtoMaria]

Is that a guy's hand you are working on? Just asking since there are a lot of hairs on the fingers.

[@Soskia1]

That's her husband Hermon's hand.

[@Goinghomesteadily]

You mean that he didnt keep this beautiful mani? ;)

[@TheNailHub]

He’s such a good sport I try not to push it. Haha.

[@curly147]

Is this a mans hand??

[@annehopwood2994]

Is that a man's hand??