Hyper REALISTIC Nails with Acrylic 😳🤯 NEW NAIL TREND?💅🏼 NATURAL NAIL DUPE

Hyper REALISTIC Nails with Acrylic 😳🤯 NEW NAIL TREND?💅🏼 NATURAL NAIL DUPE
In this video I will try creating hyper realistic nails using acrylic. What do you think?
FIrst try I tried it with hard gel on myself, here is the video - • HYPER REALISTIC NAILS ...
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[@queenbeemo42]

So pretty! I see a lot of hands since I work at a school. There is quite a variation in nail color amongst people. I definitely have a yellower natural nail than my coworker for example.

[@femketjeNL]

I actually have long natural nails myself and these definitely look super similar and realistic :)

[@cm_zunnav6293]

Wow! It looks as though your model was blessed with very strong natural nails. I am not a fan of this trend but since the goal is to make them look natural, you NAILED IT!

[@Anon_E_Muss]

I'm so impressed at your precision application with every video. These looked really realistic, even better than the gel! You just nailed this look! I love watching you sculpt nails!

[@michaeldundee8300]

Incredibly real-looking!!

[@kaleido9631]

I think you really *nailed* this look lol! I have seen someone whose natural nails looked like the ones you made.

[@kimberlywilliams1105]

Awesome job it really does look natural ❤

[@eviem70]

This is so beautiful ❤

[@jaygarcia7836]

Love the look!!!!!! 😍

[@mamabel5986]

Beautiful. I would love to have these in almond

[@MysticChick]

Very nice!!! I would love to train next to you.

[@WildWestNailBarn]

OMG NAILS GOALS! 😍😍😍 Definitely gonna be my next set!

[@Nailbeautyguru]

I love these, matte or glossy.

[@Dalissa_Almanzar133]

Beautiful

[@gmplanet5618]

Wow😍😍😚😘😙

[@maryduff8831]

I need to replace my monomer as I’m out of slow speed by naio nails which brands would you suggest as a suitable replacement?

[@GiaBlinks]

I like my acrylic nails short.

[@i.8885]

This attempt went much better! It should have a little more yellow I think and definitely some clear because most nails are a little transparent

[@noneya1691]

Mine are just shy of transparent when they are super clean. Unfortunately if they aren't clean, as in dirt or food stuck under them it is very visible.

[@AmeBrizee]

I think the color is perfect but my nails aren't clear at all when they grow out. They look like these.

[@abithesimperton]

@@AmeBrizee agreed! and my nails are this color, all of the other ones i’ve seen are way too yellow and this color resembles them so much.

[@tovah2276]

I’m not saying your wrong but there are MANY FACTORS to why a nail is more or less yellow and the top factors of WHY MOST people have overtly yellow nails to the point that most of you are saying “Most nails are a little more yellow”…..well yes, the people that you speak of in “most” with this yellow tinge….Well, I hate to shock you but if any of you are licensed aestheticians then you would or should have been taught some form of what deficiencies can show by looking at clean un polished nail. So, in theory, the nails that some of you are saying “needed more yellow” is quite a sad thing to read as someone who has spent 3 + decades in Medicine. That “yellow” that you are so accustomed to seeing in a “natural” nail is a sign of high cholesterol. MORE than 100 MILLION Americans have HIGH CHOLESTEROL. THAT is a sad and shockingly high percentage showing the health of the average person that you see most. Of course there are other “signs” showing deficiencies such as ridges in nails, no “moon” or a very large “moon”, splitting of the nail horizontally vs vertically etc etc. All of which are signs that as a nail aesthetician you SHOULD have been taught in school, at least a good school. If you were not, do some research and learn some signs of what nail malformations can mean. Certainly preface any “discovery” in a clients nail with “I am not a medical professional, however we were taught that ……. So it might be a good idea to show your doctor your nails as it could mean ___ to ____.” Now I realize they are there to spend money and you are not there to scare the bejeebers out of them so casually mention it if you feel strongly you may be onto something because if they have been seeing you every 2 weeks for a touch up or polish change, we would likely NEVER get a chance to see their real nails, “naked and afraid” and they can tell us a LOT in some cases such as pre-surgery we will insist that ALL fake nails are taken off, toes and hands as it is the quickest way for us to check what is called “cap refill” meaning if I squeeze the thumb or middle finger and then let go, I am pushing all of the blood out and as fast as the blood comes back into the nail will show me the changes in blood flow that will help to diagnose something such as shock or other blood circulation issues. It is an excellent test to use to help diagnose an altered mental state, circulation of 02, dangerously low or high vital signs (Bp, pulse, breathing rate and temp as well as oncoming loss of consciousness. Yes, your health can tell us a LOT through something as simple as checking your nails. I have great respect for aestheticians with training of this nature as I had a patient come in with what was clearly a new manicure and some absolutely WILD nails (I believe she called them sculptured nails? They had flowers on them that looked like baby roses. Really pretty but obviously something I couldn’t put a glove on LOL!) and she presented well although a bit overweight and said that her “Nail Lady” insisted that she come and show you (me) the photos she took prior to doing her nails. Annnnnddddd guess what color they were? YELLOW. Not a slight tinge and not “butter” yellow but that slightly “off” tinge that (to me) it sounds like you are all saying that more realistic nails have more yellow. Well, going by what I am seeing here and the “needs more yellow” comments, that would be about what I saw and I sent her for blood work that, sure enough, showed that she was indeed very high in her cholesterol as well as some other issues. It might sound like “nothing” to you or that it is “none of my business as I am not in the health care world” BUT, it is something that absolutely made a difference in this woman’s life and had nothing been seen or managed correctly like taking photos of her nail before having that “Sculpted set of true artistry” done on her nails, she may have continued to just go about her life not knowing, or she could have been on her way to a major heart attack as it did turn out she had a 97% blocked coronary artery and ended up having an Angioplasty plus a stent. THAT Aesthetician saved her life just by taking photos of her “naked” nails. If you have the training, USE IT. If you do not, LEARN IT. I personally would not hesitate to explain to a patient in your line of work, what to watch for, especially if your interest in learning is sincere. And one quick note……just because a client may be overweight vs a client that appears thin and fit, never assume that the slim client is “MORE” healthy than the thin one. High cholesterol and Cap Refill have no prejudice against who they go after! Just keep your phone handy if they do not have theirs or email your photos to them to bring to their GP. The OTHER issue about the “more yellow” to look natural is easy and one I would expect you all to know, YOUR SCREEN PANTONE. Not every screen will show the same colors unless calibrated to a Pantone so don’t go by the screen on any electronic including a television as the color you SEE being 100% perfect because it RARELY IS. Other than that, your career choice is important to the health care field when you take a 100% interest in the health of your clients nail, you are actually taking an interest in the clients health if you know what to look for and that one patient was not the first one sent to me by her “Nail Lady” so keep up the great work and if you do not or did not learn that in school then it is never too late so research and talk to someone in general medicine or even ICU, CCU or ER if you know a Nurse, Doctor or a Specialist! YOU are important and have played a part, many times, in saving a clients life by just giving your opinion based on what you learned. And that is all you are doing is giving an opinion, from there, it is up to them. So, thank you for what you do besides making beautiful nails and happy people.❤

[@beastiekat4562]

No more yellow! lol My nails are more clear/transparent. anymore yellow would look like yucky smokers nails or fungal infection nails 🤢

[@xfortunesquex]

They look 100% natural to me!! Absolutely flawless.

[@sareh.25]

Oh I remember I did it in 2016. I had a camouflage powder was exactly this colour and I did it as a natural extention. I have the pictures yet😍😍😍😍 that time most of my clients did that because it was really natural.

[@Anangelfromabove]

Where did you buy? ❤

[@lindalou5213]

Brings back sweet memories of 1986 - 1996❤ I owned a nail salon, specializing in sculpture nails. Tammy Taylor was my acrylic of choice and yes , I could do the 1 hour full set ! 🤣🤣

[@Nailcou]

Oh wow!

[@morrisahj]

As a girly who loves her natural nails long, I think this trend is absolutely beautiful lol Add some sheer nude/pink polish and it's a look 💕

[@huhn7142]

I feel like the color and transparency depends so much on the individual. My free edges are whiter than this attempt. People always asked me if I had French nails and all I do to my nails is filing (never even painting my nails) 😂 I'm just here because you're gorgeous and doing a great job Anastasia. Your videos are so satisfying and relaxing 😊❤️

[@Elizabeth-qf3jz]

Las uñas de mi hermana también son asi, lucen tan bonitas

[@yuria_lu]

Most beautiful nails I've ever seen, wish I could get my nails done like this 😭

[@Crazygirll6787]

You are really inspiring me to get into acrylic! I’ve done nails for years but have always refused to use acrylic. I want to try this so bad lol. Plus sculpting nails looks like so much fun! Great job this was incredibly impressive. ❤❤

[@nailslacquer]

Sculpting nails is hard until you get your liquid powder ratio correct but doing nails is fun. I got into dip first then acrylic and I use all my dip as acrylic now, just add a bit of clear to make it stronger and cap it w clear. Try it! Good luck.

[@Crazygirll6787]

@@nailslacquer that’s great advice thank you! I have so many dip powders lol. It will be nice to use them in a different way because I got out of dip a while ago. I’ve been on the soft gel bandwagon for a while but like to switch it up and try new things. Anyway thanks for the advice it’s much appreciated!

[@ertfgghhhh]

Try the "gel x " dupe system. And apply the natural gel to the underside

[@FromSpaceVu]

I love this and this is not a "trend" i do this when i dont know what to do and i know this always look perfect. Cant go wrong with natural looking midium nails.

[@marysmith3057]

It's funny to me that this is so popular because I used to get American style nails in the early 2000s, and now I can't find anyone who does them anymore. I bet this changes though.

[@504CreoleCrystal]

This reminds me of the American manicure polish of old but MUCH better and more realistic. It makes me wanna try!

[@ms.mommie6985]

These look phenomenal! My older sister had real natural nails that look just like these.

[@Shazvana]

Great colour match but I think they needed to be a little more transparent, this would have made them perfect. Regardless, I really think you did a awesome job, one of the best I've seen. Years ago we had a fellow tech who released her own free edge colour (hard gel) and it sold really well, I do not know why the market didn't keep it going, I always had clients asking for natural looking nails.

[@anahicalvo2653]

These came out much better…! In my opinion, a little too much white as the natural nail is a bit sheer..also I think the shade of the natural free edge is more of a beige tinge than a solid yellow..just my opinion..I’m sure you’ll have lots! 😊 Also..I’m a gel nail tech and I use a beige builder gel when extending a nail and it comes out a perfect shade of natural!😀

[@cb2132]

They do look so natural. My concern is that the acrylic would not be strong enough without a tip, for my type of work ( computer and typing and boxing etc )

[@louiequinery]

Honestly love this trend, wanted to do this on myself but Im allergic to monomer and use gel instead. Can't find any gel that perfectly immitates the free edge colour tho, which sucks but it is what it is.

[@notwithoutpizza4702]

Mix some?

[@nellachavez7298]

Anastasia, there's a product called Gracia free edge builder gel and it's for doing these natural looking extensions. Kayli Boyle did a video on it

[@ElleBo328]

Yes, the Gracia Free Edge Gel looks like natural nails. Tina Yong also did a video with this product about a year ago.

[@EveHyland-in8jb9ti9y]

I loved the hard gel nails ❤️ and they definitely looked beautifully natural with a clear nail varnish on them. This acrylic set is equally realistic and you definitely accomplished the mission you set yourself. I wouldn't expect anything else from you, your sets always come out perfect. 😘👌 Blessings from Scotland. 🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿✌️

[@chellirobinette7439]

Oh my goodness!!!! That is so beautiful! I used to get my nails done like this in the mid 90’s and instead of a clear gloss my tech put buffering cream in and buffed them with a drill buffer. They would shine and I could paint them and take it off and the buffering shine would stay. LOVED IT! excited to see this trend coming back. I also have very small nail beds so he used a pink that wasn’t so transparent so it would disguise that. I even had them longer on my left hand and not “completely” perfect which really made them look natural. Also, if anyone asked if they were my nails I always said yes…my shirt, shoes, car etc…are all mine because I bought and paid for them 😂😂😂

[@nicolemillar6822]

You did a fantastic job! It’s impressive and shows so much skill to achieve the colour and texture. I don’t know if I can jump on this trend though 😅 as a client. As a tech it’s actually super impressive to see

[@nail.luvverdiy287]

I’m still not sure if I like this trend but you did an amazing job. Thank you for sharing 😃

[@nightmarenightmare6786]

Loved this look that’s what I want my nails to look like. Thanks for sharing

[@Oonagh72]

We used to call this an American Manicure.

[@livewrightnow]

Gorgeous, the second attempt is much better👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 I don’t agree with the suggestion given to you to try natural tips, because like you said in the video, it would defeat the purpose if you have a perfect smile, line. I think the way you did it is perfect, tfs😊😊

[@nailsofinterest]

They look so natural!! Yet perfect!! Awesome 💜💖💜

[@janetlabradorsosa1558]

Anastasia, they came out so beautiful!! I'm a natural, square type of girl, my nails are either painted red or natural... As always you nailed it, thanks for sharing your talent with us all.. Looking forward to your next video💋🤓

[@NezChic]

New Sub here OMG I love these!

[@kurly6236]

Beautiful job! You are very talented ❤

[@Amber-Nailed-It-86]

Wow, you are so talented! Thank you for sharing this video.

[@Nailcou]

Thank you so much!

[@marysmith3057]

Oh, and when I got my American manicure, my nail tech would buff the nail instead of polishing! Buffing the nail gives it a more natural shine than top coat!

[@StompMom5]

You made them look absolutely perfect!! I'm not a fan of that look and I wouldn't wear it but your application is flawless 💖💖💖💖

[@zanleekain117]

I absolutely love this. I am so copying this technique. I live near a religious community where 'painted' nails are not allowed, and visitors like me get dirty looks when I go into their community (for farm fresh fruits, veggies, dairy and meat products.) But my natural nails are horrible. This could solve my problem, perfectly. ❤ 😍

[@molamola5360]

I use Japanese products a lot and I would recommend the kecak cream powder from nail de dance. It's really similar to natural nail color.

[@eliselaughlin1886]

I also think they look totally natural. It looks like you just put a thin acrylic layer of her natural nails. I think they look beautiful.

[@beautifuldreamer8803]

The best one I have seen.

[@AmeBrizee]

I love watching you do the cuticles. Also, ty for showing how to don't properly, I used to cut them & now, they're perfect every time. 😊

[@jenschaub314]

I really like this! I want to try it in a short almond or oval shape.

[@loca4nailz402]

Yours doesn't look that natural.. you made the tip to white.. Anacrylics that got this trend started back up, made the perfect color.. watch her video if you haven't already.

[@originalabssinth]

I think these turned out beautiful!! I have to go back and watch the gel version. I'll always be a lover of elaborate nail art, but I do appreciate the natural look. ❤️

[@C1nderfire]

Ok these look really nice. Very natural! Great job. I love the thought you put into the color mix!!

[@EvelinANunez]

Hi Anastasia, in order to take the E-File certification, does one need to be licensed first or can it be taken without any licensing? Thank you💖

[@charityrocks]

New?? This is not new! I was doing this 20 years ago! Back when it was taboo to wear fake nails at pretty much every workplace. 😂 funny it’s considered a new nail trend now. It’s been trending in healthcare for decades. Shhhh don’t tell anyone! 😂😂😂 Maybe round wheels will be new and trendy again soon too! 👍 😂

[@LisaJOasis]

Hello I know you technically just did a video about this but, I wanted to know if you have ever heard of this “Gracia free edge gel.” I’ve been seeing the hyper realistic/ free edge gel nails and I’m curious and a little skeptical. I tried doing BGIAB for a natural look but that burned unexpectedly, after doing research. I thought they were similar to regular gel polish but I was wrong, and tutorials don’t really share that in videos. Sorry for the long comment I just wanted to know your expertise or if you’ve heard of it?

[@janetgriffey8339]

Wow!!!! They look so freaking real!!! Very good job!! I wish you could do my nails! Lol They're a mess! 😟

[@brownskinprettyjes5185]

Mmm you flashed the ice spice video clip but I don’t considered her a 304 or even the “new” 304 at least that’s not what she’s giving just YET 😂

[@Ms2unique4u]

I think this is MUCH better than the gel nails. Please take a look and respond to my comment on that video. I let some information about a product I have bought and am waiting for the delivery. I also left a video link of a KZbin video of it being used. Anyway, this is much better, I think it could be a tiny bit more yellowish-beige, but it looks fantastic! Love your channel! 🥰

[@vociferonheraldofthewinter2284]

Stunning job. The only thing is that perfect, natural nails aren't shiny. A matte gel coat would've been more realistic. BUT they wouldn't have looked so nice. They do look like natural nails with a glossy top coat and that's okay. I definitely like them better this way.

[@m.hendron6224]

Why is it important to pinch each side of the nails???

[@Nailcou]

so they won’t look Wide in the corners near the smile line

[@esXhadee]

They look real. Excellent job!

[@morti9865]

Beautiful work! I used to do an American manicure using Limo-Scene and Marshmallow. They looked like a natural nail with just a clear coat on top!

[@SandraHertel-u3b]

You always do such a beautiful dry manicure. Most places where I live don’t really do any type of manicure work when doing nail extensions as they just want to hurry and get you out the door, I’d pay more for a better job.

[@jazmine224]

When I do my gel nails I use natural color tips and put light pink builder gel on top and I have been asked multiple times. Are these my nails? I wish I could say yes but they are not, but they look pretty natural that I'm always being asked.😊❤

[@adaezetatyana8173]

This trend is not new it’s called the “American” manicure instead of a “French” manicure. It was big in the 90s.

[@marabell4016]

Anastasia can you help me with a drill bit question? Do I need a good quality drill bit to use the carbide bit? I used my $20 nail drill and it doesn’t work.

[@Rehab2385]

Definitely will be following your technique. It's the best I've seen so far. I love it

[@PrincessAndMonkey]

The underside give it away. My nails will get very long. The yellow comes from the underneath of the nail. It’s slightly darker than the top. Otherwise if I only saw these from the top, they look natural and real to me!

[@MissCookie8260]

My nails look like this naturally, but it's a lot of upkeep and guarding my nails from breaks. I litterally want to cry when one breaks.

[@cassiemccarty2790]

I love them. That’s exactly what someone’s natural nails would look like. ❤❤❤

[@suartas]

This is beautiful, they are soo pretty. As far as looking like you grew out your own nails? No, I could tell right away those are not natural nails. I don't get mine done, I grow mine out, and yes, It is a lot of work, and a lot of patience, and sometimes they do break and you have to start over, but they do grow back. And at the end of the day, they're just nails, if you wanna get em done or grow em out, it's up to you

[@dawnclements5907]

Mine just have clear on them. My natural nail just shows threw. Looks like clear polish. The nail you did look awesome

[@zeen7701]

It turned out Amazing. I bite my nails but after seeing ur video .. I am getting positive with my nails.😂❤

[@teresedonahue3529]

I just don’t know why this is a trend. If I want my nails to look “natural” I’ll leave them alone to grow, not polish them and let everyone see all the gardening dirt, food remains and cooking remnants under them, along with the cracks in the corner and uneven edges. I thought we were done with “pink and white” and boring natural, let alone long extensions that look yellowed. It’s a solid no thanks for me but to each his own.

[@pamluxford5854]

They look sooooo good!! Really do look like stunning natural nails!! Bravo 👏

[@missamylynne86]

I'm surprised you didn't cap the whole nail. Wouldn't this be quite a weak nail?

[@britnismith02]

Wish you could do mine cause I want natural and a lot of places won’t go through these measures to do this. I have flat, but I would definitely want them the length of a natural nail.

[@theodoramorris9907]

Wow, they are beautiful and look very natural! Where are you located? I'm in California, I would love for you to do my nails 💅

[@josieanonymous961]

Sorry but those long fingernails are so ugly on people and they think it looks so petty and cool. When I see them I think of all the germs and nastiness under the nails. How do you wipe your butt, don't want to think about it. Ladies, men, real men don't like those nails either.

[@glynishigham1893]

im sorry but they dont look natur5al at all, to me they just look like a french, i love natural looking nails, but i would be dissapointed with these, im sorry

[@tiachandler5350]

My mom's nails have always always been extremely strong and have grown so so long and shes.always kept a clear.coat.of polish on them they.look exactly like this same color and everything so these are amazingly real looking my mom let's me do gel polish and designs and stuff on her nails for different holidays other then that she wears clear people find it hard to believe they are her own nails but they are

[@livingwithibs]

These look amazing! If they were buffed to a shine it might look more natural. Is this even possible with an efile?

[@theenatashasheree]

They look beautiful and I don’t even prefer a straight nail. My fav look is natural.

[@tracyjohnson3904]

This is what I have been looking for for forever I want extensions but don’t want them to look like extensions and they are perfect!

[@Cried4her]

Beautifully I’ve been looking for a nail tech who is capable of this and can’t find one as of yet

[@valerie022848]

I'm thinking to use ivory powder and adding some white and clear to it. I'll have to try it.

[@ANCIENT.PATH.NATSARIM]

I have been doing the natural acrylic nails for years. I just buy the natural colored nail tips and add clear acrylic over top. Much easier and less time

[@maximielos]

The color is perfect! But I feel like matt would make it look more realistic. I don't think natural nails are that shiny.

[@TheLoveChild2011]

WOW they came out beautiful I love seeing your videos awesome work 💅

[@hazeleyed8909]

Would you be able to make a 'natural look nails' video on nail biter?? Would love to see it with different techniques🤗

[@ambnash8237]

I love that you have done this Thank you! I’m old school and love that you create the tip I have nostalgia.

[@Skeleton_Black]

i used to get acrylics for years and that's how i always get them done. i never liked the fake look and was unable to grow my natural nails so the only reason i got my nails done was to look like i could grow nails. i never used designs or polish or anything on them. always just white with the pink ontop.

[@chelseajknapp]

What are those clips you use to keep the sidewalls down? I have a few clients with really high sidewalls and I saw it's like a paper clip you use to hold them down?

[@jenniferrogerson9338]

They do look natural for some people. For me no because my natural tips are more clear given that they are beautiful ❤

[@lorihudson5278]

They turned out beautiful. They so.look.jus like natural.nails