DIY manicure w/ dip powder and gel polish!

[@katesnails]

hey guys! i’ve gotten a lot of comments asking how long this set of nails lasted, and i found that it lasts anywhere from 2.5-4 weeks depending on how well you prep your nails as well as how hard you are on your nails :)

[@katesnails]

Created by Annette you remove it just like gel polish or dip powder:) i file off the top layer and then soak with acetone

[@NostressAdi]

Thank you so much for answering that I was wondering myself 😊. Do you find it better to do dip powder with gel instead of one system alone. Like only using gel or only using dip powder? Thanks for you time and this great descriptive video!!!

[@gracia-dei4535]

Adiary Munoz I think that this method is better due to the fact that it last up too 5 weeks

[@matheya]

I did this 2 days ago - my nails seem very strong , the powder is magic ! I used pink powder with pink gel so they look semi-sheer and natural.;) Thanks for the video !

[@maryjflanagan1922]

I searched specifically for this as I hate the harsh scents of dip liquids. I gave thought of trying this. Thanks very much for sharing.

[@jamilia6748]

I don't see a lot of nail tutorials with gel base and dip powder especially on natural nails, keep these type of tutorials coming Kate I love them.

[@lemonycatapult7300]

Just a tip for any beginners watching!! Cuticle oil before polish will cause it to peel, you should make sure your nails do not come in contact with any oils before the top coat is on. Don’t even touch your hair or face because the oils will transfer and the polish will not adhere properly. -a professional nail tech :)

[@shannonjohnston8841]

As a licensed cosmetologist, I would HIGHLY agree with this 🥰

[@lynelleevans9088]

Wow who puts on oil before gel polish 🤦‍♀️ a professional nail tech!

[@carlynesaintroc4709]

Thanks for making that point because she wasn't clear about it so I was thinking some viewers were bound to be confused.

[@SeeksTheTruth101]

I put on oil to clean and condition, but I wash with dawn twice before starting the actually nail process.

[@makaylac]

question! do i HAVE to use the dip powder on fake nails before applying gel polish?

[@TheAtrayle]

This is smart. I’ve been debating on doing gel nails again or sticking with the dip powder nails. I like how this combines both and maintains the durability I need.

[@christyb5575]

I always find nail videos to be so soothing especially when polishing and getting close to the cuticle without touching skin. You did a great job!

[@ashleynicole3499]

Its like one of those oddly satisying videos lol

[@ErikaRenee89]

I had no idea it was possible to combine gel and dip! Thanks for this great tutorial!

[@sattyboo96]

I started going to a new nail salon and this is how they apply the dip powder. They do the gel bade and dip powder cured even with dip color. It has lasted so long on my nails this way and my nails are not ruined. I get 3 weeks of a set, i could go 4 weeks but i hate the gap.

[@alexandriawilliams5512]

You saved me from buying an entire dip kit

[@mskdub007]

Right!

[@lailaemm]

Me too

[@juliemaggio1292]

How have I never thought of just using the gel base with he dip powder?! Mind blown! Just subscribed, what a helpful video!

[@ladonnelippert6813]

I’m

[@LivingLorisLife]

Tips girl

[@DawnDayPoe]

This is exactly what I want to do. I just ordered dip powder, so I will be doing my nails like how you did yours. I already have the gel polish, and wanted to combine the two look and feel! Thanks for sharing. Your nails look great!

[@spotteddog1716]

Little late to this video - I’ve been doing it this way for ever exactly the same technique with the basecoat and clear powder. But I’ve also been experimenting putting the basecoat down curing it then putting the clear powder in the colored nail polish. It totally works as well. Either way! Thanks for the video

[@SarahhhBeth]

Great video!! I’m a professional nail tech and I LOVE doing dip like this! Just a warning though, black dip powder is the only one I’ve had a problem with! I think it was too dark for the light to cure it correctly!

[@katenjones]

I am SO GRATEFUL for this video! It has certainly been a game changer for me!

[@donnawanna9833]

I watched this months ago and tried it. It's great, no more gunky base coat or hard bushes. I have just as good luck by skipping the top coat before I apply the gel polish, and they last until they need a fill.

[@hayleyrenee2925]

Can you make a video with some tips on how to make the dip look nicer around the cuticles please? I’m having a tough time making my cuticles look as nice as the rest of my nail. ❤️

[@kiarahbrace4636]

Hayley Renee try dipping the nail the first time only 3/4 of the way and the second time a hairline away from the cuticle to prevent bulk and then the last time dipping the whole nail

[@kctornado23]

I was having the same issue. What I found was to wipe off a bit more of the polish brush before starting at your cuticles on the second &third layers. This will prevent "flooding" where too much liquid pools around the cuticle and causes uneven coverage. Good luck

[@aewell77]

Oh wow did not know this was possible. U learn something new everyday🙌🙌

[@SarynVyo]

You just saved me a whole lot of time ! I thought I had to use builder gel because it’s powder but ugh 😩 thank you !!

[@themrjim1953]

i just do the dip powder color, I file around the nails but not on top, then use 2 coats of clear gel polish over them and they look awesome

[@4evercurliegurlie]

so pretty! I am going to try this method with the base gel instead of the dip liquids! My fingers tend to itch and I have to wear a construction mask to avoid dip flu! If this works well for me I wont have to worry about that anymore! Thanks!

[@goldengoddesnatasha4167]

This viedo was soooooo helpful my nails came out better then when i go to the shop THANK YOU!! I LOVE MY NAILS 💅🏾

[@ASMRAbigail]

You are so good at getting the polish close to your cuticles and keeping a straight line so it looks neat! Now I need to creep your page and see if there's a video on how to do that! I've been working with gels for over 2 years now and mine still aren't that good!

[@elysemw]

Please!!! I cannot for my life get close but have a neat line.

[@mariah3810]

I'm so glad I stumbled upon this video! Thank you, I've been wanting to do dip powder but honestly didn't want to spend the money. I knew there had to be some sort of hack for this. I'm definitely trying this tomorrow! I have everything I need. I didn't even need to buy anything extra. Doing polygel and acrylic take way to long for me. I think this will work better. I am going to use these short stiletto tips I just bought.

[@JazzyFro]

Your natural nails are gorgeous

[@ITSLIZZ111]

You are SO underrated

[@tbellew18]

I absolutely love dip powders but allergic to gel. Great video 😊

[@nancythomas1421]

Thank you for sharing, this has been by far the best, and simplest way to do you own nail.

[@itsvytran]

How would you remove this? By wrapping aluminum foil and soaking it in acetone?

[@katesnails]

itsvytran yep, i find this is the best way of removal :) you could also file off but that would take much longer.

[@WatersFall]

file the surface bit off a little, use 100% acetone, leave for ab 10-15 minutes, gently scrape off what u can, and repeat until it’s all off (: oh and use cuticle oil afterwards to rehydrate ur nails, and the surrounding skin

[@kensyzelaya9453]

First video I’ve seen doing this method and I really like it!!! I want to definitely try this! But I have question , how would you do a fill with this method ? Could you possibly do a video showing how to do a fill ?

[@katesnails]

you would do a fill the same way you would as if you were using dip liquids! i have a video showing that process awhile back on my channel 🥰

[@noswett4722]

Loved the video - how do you clean the little bit of gel that hit around your cuticles before curing?

[@katesnails]

i usually take a small brush dipped in acetone to clean around the edges! 🤍

[@tracydipalma300]

Love this set!! White is nice

[@Parisbella219]

It’s May 2020 and I can’t find any rubbing alcohol 😭😭😭

[@friedchicken2250]

Regular nail polish remover works just as good. And try sams club when it just opens;) they sell big jugs

[@lenawaddell3699]

I noticed you didn’t use a activator after you got done with the dipping powder process. I’m so used to using the activator. Is there a certain reason why you don’t use it? Would it cause an issue with my nail process if I did use it?

[@katesnails]

i didn’t use activator in this case because i did not use resin with the dip powder. i used gel which does not need to be activated as it cures fully with a lamp. so therefore if you use resin you would need to apply the activator :)

[@maryjanestrips1014]

Whatttt I can use my red carpet base with my ASP dip colours? Wish id seen this before I bought the ASP kit. I didnt know you could mix brands! Already have all the red carpet gel nails stuff. I guess i could use red carpet dip colors with my ASP kit too? Glad i saw this , its easier for me to get red carpet dip colors than the ASP colors. I dont like to order online when i can go to a store😂 I was wondering if i could use the UV gel base as a clear coat over the ASP instead of just a regular clear coat polish.

[@katesnails]

yes! you can definitely mix dip liquid and powder brands to create your perfect combination. ♥️ you can also use a gel top coat instead of the dip powder liquid top coat if you prefer!

[@catalinascripcaru4536]

The resin/glue in my dip kit is stuck and I cannot open it so this for is a life saver! Thank you!

[@sebringlady01]

Beautiful as always! Love your videos!! I've learned a lot from watching them. Thanks for sharing! 💖💕

[@lanettecox7442]

Thats a really great application and the growth proves it. Perfection❣❤👌

[@rachaelshirey1506]

Just did this to my nails! Can't wait to see how it holds up. Have you ever tried filling them once they grow out instead of soaking off and starting all over? I'm curious how it would be to fill these.

[@katesnails]

hi! i haven’t done a fill with this particular method, however i think it would be the same as doing a fill with regular dip powder and dip liquids. i have a video doing so on my channel!

[@rachaelshirey1506]

Oh awesome thank you! I'll try to find it 😊

[@ednashannon9674]

That’s a lot of work but very nice. Thank you ! I love it and i subscribed i want to watch more and updated!

[@mbr2324]

I did your tutorial yesterday...I love the out come....thank you for putting this how to out there!

[@alyssaafterall]

Loved this tutorial - how do you take these off + refresh them? Do you take the polish off completely or do you only drill off the color layer and reapply? Thank you!! 💖

[@katesnails]

you can actually do either! i tend to just take them completely off but you could totally just file off the color, do a fill for any growth, and reapply the gel polish:)

[@alyssaafterall]

@@katesnails Oh my goodness I’m having the hardest time getting these off. My technique is probably wrong 😆

[@MissNolly]

1st watching your vids and you just made me to hit that subscribe button....Such a good teacher. Very clear

[@Jasmine-ir9ot]

Do you have a video on how to grow your nails?!

[@katesnails]

Arely i have a video showing how i maintain and protect them! by having some sort of builder gel or dip powder on i find my nails are able to grow strong while being protected by that strength layer :)

[@alexastyles747]

I've been looking forward to a video like this! Because this is the method I use. Thanks!

[@nichmon3221]

Very nice! The finished product is so pretty that they don't look real.

[@dominiqueblain4990]

Thank you, I have gel and acrylic powder and wanted to combine the two. This is perfect! Wish I knew how to add a picture

[@queenladycd]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Great tutorial 😁

[@JuliannaMeadowyck]

Great video! So many awesome tips. So since the Sensationail Primer comes with gel base and top coat, can I use that instead of Yagoge base and top coat?

[@katesnails]

yes you can!

[@elliot9310]

😊 you’re tempting me with these gel polishes

[@Senorita1982]

You don’t have to add a base to anything that doesn’t produce natural oil-acrylic or gel. You can go straight in with the gel polish. Nice job! :)

[@Sauzkei]

Senorita1982 so if I’m applying gel on acrylic I don’t need a base gel before I add color?

[@zaharagreer1186]

@@Sauzkei no love but if you want them to last longer I would

[@kaelinlovins1316]

Actually you do need a base coat for the gel polish to adhere properly. If you don’t apply a base you Application will. It be smooth and the polish will peel super quickly. You always want to apply a base.

[@rachelnodean5437]

Omg thank you ssssooooo much for this! GAME CHANGER!!!

[@aimeekrieg9932]

Gorgeous! Nails look great, wish I could make white look this good 😊 thanks for detailed video

[@mrsindianmonroe]

Did not know about this😳 definitely trying this out! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@kaseyyyy15]

You don’t need an activator for the clear dip powder to make it hard and durable?

[@melanienguyen9695]

you should put the cuticle oil on last so the gel can stick

[@gabrielaazcona7296]

Wow it’s perfect! Thanks for sharing this wonder technique!

[@Stmpnqueen]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!!! I searched all over KZbin to find a method that was similar to the one that my old nail salon used and came upon this gem! I’ve referred back to this video every time I’ve done gel nails on myself (and others) and they’ve come out fantastic every time! 💅 (Side note: If anyone’s nail polish brand leaves them with sticky/tacky nails after the last cure, simply wipe your nails with a lint free wipe and alcohol! Hope this helps someone)

[@samjiahuang]

Does anyone use this method to avoid dip flu/dip liquid allergic reactions? I found myself very sick 🤢 each time after doing dip nails.

[@aliciaegan4665]

Hi Samantha! I am going to try this to avoid dip flu/allergic reactions. My nails were burning using the liquids that came in a Rossi nail kit, but I’m hoping if I just use gel polish that it will fix this.

[@jessicagoins2373]

Ok so would I be okay starting with the red carpet manicure prep dehydrator, then using my ASP quick dip nail primer as my gel primer?

[@katesnails]

yes that should work :)

[@aprilsmith3884]

I want o clarify that I need a dehydrator and a gel nail primer and a gel base coat. What would you recommend for the nail primer instead of the sensational primer?

[@katesnails]

honestly i don't really use nail primer anymore and don't find it absolutely necessary! if you were to use one, i think gelish offers a good one otherwise i've seen a few others use the mia secret brand.

[@TheGiuli840]

I loved this!! They look so clean, u make me want to buy gel polish so bad😫😫

[@AmberRileysLife]

I may be late to the game.... Ive been doing dip for months and I've done gel in the past as well. But I'm curious, why combine gel and dip? What is the benefit? It came out beautifully.... Just curious on the why. Thanks! ♥

[@katesnails]

hi! the main reason to use gel and dip is to avoid something called the dip flu (an allergy to the dip liquids). it also can sometimes be a little easier for beginners to use the gel and dip method!

[@AmberRileysLife]

@@katesnails Thank you so much! I have a small channel and I am posting my Dip Manis over on my channel. I love watching your videos and getting inspiration. Great job on your channel!

[@beadgirl56]

Very good tutorial. Clear instructions and you move along quickly. Hope you had a good mission trip.

[@favouredWoman777]

Can you do use the dip powder without having to use a uv lamp? Like if a person just wants the dip powder on their nail with just a regular clear nail polish or regular colored nail polish?

[@Clu2sq]

Q White You cannot use regular nail Polish as a substitute for the gel polish. Regular polish would not adhere the dip powder to the nail. There is a resin/glue that can be used for dip Powder that does not require a lamp (UV or LED). If you use resin with the dip powder you could use regular polish on top clear or colored.

[@favouredWoman777]

@@Clu2sq ok. Thank you for your response. I greatly appreciate it❤

[@ioanna_vsl]

The dehydrator does the same as a pyre acetone would right? I do the same when I want to wear gel Polish on top but when I apply regular nail polish I use nail glue

[@katesnails]

yes pure acetone would do the same job as a dehydrator.

[@ASMRAbigail]

Would this still work with one of my colored gels and a clear acrylic? If I did my base coat, then used my yellow gel & clear acrylic as layers?

[@katesnails]

it might work, however the color might get a little skewed. i would probably just recommend sticking to using the base gel and clear for the layers and then the color on top.

[@gabbylopez5137]

Do you suggest any other nail primer ? Can you do a video like this but applying fake nails too and method dip and gel love your videos

[@katesnails]

i haven’t tried any other nail primer so i don’t have another to recommend. i actually have a few videos using tips and dip powder on my channel so check them out if you’re interested :)

[@gabbylopez5137]

I’m being watching your videos good videos! Do you have any of the gel manicure? I saw in this video you used red carpet prep how do you like that brand for dip? And gel?

[@rach9501]

Omg this is amazing! To clarify, i have a whole lot of gel polish products as i often do my own nails, if i just purchase dip powders i could use my gelish base or top using this method? Without having to purchase the resin etc? Am i getting that right? Can it be used with tips? Or just natural nails? thanks for the video!

[@katesnails]

yes! i find any gel base and top work with this technique. i highly recommend it over the resin!

[@rach9501]

katesnails wow thanks so much, that’s awesome! Can’t wait to give it a try!

[@kittydoomen5522]

Can you use the peel off base also?

[@ThePolishQueen]

I loved sitting back and watching you work

[@deborah7733]

hello.. thanks for sharing.. you can use the same technique using glue tips?

[@katesnails]

yes you can!

[@deborah7733]

@@katesnails thank u 💕 and what is better? what would be the difference between one and the other? which lasts longer?

[@katesnails]

@@deborah7733 i think that both are very good techniques, and one isn’t really better than the other. i have a few other videos on my channel showing this technique with the tips that i recommend you check out!

[@itzzzmejairah2318]

u definitely deserve more subscribers!

[@kristinowens899]

Had no idea you could use gel with dip powders! I grow my own nails, so I don't use any of that stuff, except one broke off completely and it looks so ugly I need to fix it, haha.

[@JCVLOG_S]

Can you do color dip powder with this? And gel top coat? Will it be hard and sturdy?

[@katesnails]

Carolina Roman Vlogs yes! instead of the clear you can do color and instead of the gel polish you can do a gel topcoat and get the same effect :)

[@tee7877]

wish i watched this video before buying an entire dip kit when i could’ve just used my gel polishes instead 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@nadiacates3578]

Have you applied gel top coat on top of dip powder??? It peels for me every time!!! I don’t know what I’m doing wrong!!! PLEASE HELP

[@katesnails]

hi! i find the gel peels when the dip nails are too smooth. i find filing the surface of the dip powder with a 180 grit file leaves some scratches for the gel to grip to!

[@andisnails373]

I love the nails!!! Have u ever done acrylic? Btw I do nail art vids too♥️

[@katesnails]

Andi's Crafting Universe i have never done acrylic but would like to try it! 💕

[@christallawrence21]

Would you say its best if your natural nails are a little long when applying the dip powder? Or nail tips would make them grow faster?

[@katesnails]

it honestly doesn’t make a difference! either way, natural nails or with tips, the dip definitely helps the nails grow underneath long and strong 🤍

[@christallawrence21]

@@katesnails thank you

[@dobythahippie3416]

Never heard of ppl using lamp to cure for 30 seconds for dips....can you give info on why. Does it help with drying??? Thanks

[@katesnails]

hi! the only reason i needed to cure here is because i was using gel liquids. otherwise, with dip liquids there is no curing!

[@simonehere9454]

I have issues with my gel polish lifting and peeling on my dip powder

[@katesnails]

Simone Swindell the best way to avoid this is to make sure the dip powder does not have a smooth surface. gel polish needs to adhere to a rough surface, so file the top layer of powder before applying gel :)

[@gemmasimmons511]

I’m going to try this method. Trying too grow my nails and think this would help 😀👌🏻

[@katesnails]

Gemma Simmons for sure! this is one of the main things that helps my nails grow :)

[@tarapittaway]

If you use a coloured dip powder with this gel polish technique, would the led/UV light still be able to penetrate and cure the gel polish underneath?

[@katesnails]

tarapittaway i think so, especially if you cured it for a longer time. i actually tested it out with red and blue powder and it cured completely fine :)

[@tarapittaway]

@@katesnails awesome thanks

[@lauradellamaggiore]

Fantastic tutorial!!...i want to try this technique..my nails are SO fragile..❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍

[@cmissshelleymichelle]

Hi question here. You put the cuticle oil on before the gel nail polish but wouldn't the oil cause the polish to not stick as good. Wouldn't it be better to apply after the whole entire manicure is done. Isn't the point of the dehydrator and the rubbing alcohol to get rid of any oil and other stuff on the nail?

[@katesnails]

hi! you are completely right. i added cuticle oil in between to show that you could wear the nails as is or apply the gel polish after. i made sure to fully remove the excess oil before gel polish application because it could interfere with the adhering of the gel.

[@cmissshelleymichelle]

@@katesnails Wow. Thanks for the quick response. Loved the nail design.

[@phyllis_Zee]

Love this... Quick one, why did you use the powder thing?

[@katesnails]

hi! i used the powder and gel liquids to add a little more thickness and strength to my nails before the gel polish 🤍

[@phyllis_Zee]

@@katesnails ohhh...makes a lot of sense. Now I know. Thank you lady ❤️

[@eduns123]

Hi, how do you stop chipping or lifting with this method please?

[@katesnails]

in order to avoid chipping or lifting, proper prep and application is necessary!

[@joangentile42]

You have beautiful nails, Kate!! ❤

[@lucybrailsford]

Ok dumb question does it have to be clear acrylic powder?

[@katesnails]

it doesn’t necessarily have to be clear!

[@arabelleakinfe392]

Your nail videos and my favourite!

[@vickinoble4744]

Would Orly Bonder work the same as the primer used in your video?

[@katesnails]

it would not work the same since it is a regular polish base coat. you need an actual nail or gel primer.

[@aw8758]

So when you soak the gel the entire thing including the dip comes off as well? Like u can’t change gel colors because you’d have to soak the entire thing off

[@katesnails]

a w yes, when you soak off, all product will come off the nail. if you wanted to change gel colors, you would have to file the gel polish off so that the gel and dip powder remains. i think that if you like to regularly change colors, it would be best to apply polish over the dip and gel so that you have easy removal :)

[@kaseycatlett]

your nails are so pretty!

[@alexlynn2001]

I really want to try this but my nails aren't long enough. would it work if I added tips on and then did this??

[@katesnails]

alex lynn yes! you can use this technique with tips :)

[@katesnails]

alex lynn yes! you can use this technique with tips :)

[@devonc7870]

You just changed the game

[@rubyzambrano7784]

I tried this and got alot of lifting at my cuticles. If I leave it on anyway is there a possibility of me getting nail fungus? Do you ever get any lifting?

[@katesnails]

yes there is a change. i do get minor lifting which isn’t a huge deal, but i would try and find a solution to the lifting instead of just letting it sit. maybe prep and prime better?

[@katherinesenase7203]

Should I let the nail primer dry before applying the gel base?

[@katesnails]

hi! yes, i would let it sit for a bit before going in with the base 🤍

[@kerikulik6737]

Hello! Great video. Is there a product list for everything used here?

[@katesnails]

yes! all products used are linked in the description. 🤍

[@lashandawillis88]

Very nice job I followed your steps and I finally did a great job on my nails. Thank you for your videos, I'm a newbie to the channel!😁💅🏿🙋🏾‍♀️

[@indiamuir7849]

This is EXACTLY what I needed!

[@sweetcake6577]

do you just remove all the powder/gel base coat as you would remove gel polish? also, can you do this on natural nails using base & activator or do you think it does damage?

[@katesnails]

hi! yes, the powder and gel polish soaks off just like gel polish/dip powder. yes, you can use the base and activator on natural nails and i also like this method. i don't think that it damages nails if it is removed gently and correctly :)

[@msladyt701able]

Can u use regular polish color instead of gel polish on top

[@katesnails]

yes you can!