Doing My Own Nails!! Acrylic Gel Nails with AMAZING Cosmetic Pigment!!

Hi everybody, welcome to the Kirsty Meakin Show
I’m going to be doing my nails with the Nailchemy Acrylic Gel for the first time.
I’ll start by removing my old Fibre Gel Nails using a ceramic bit first to remove the bulk of the gel and then a fine bit to finish it off. I’m then going to do my cuticle prep with a flame bit and a proximal fold bit. I’ll take down the length with a 240 grit file. I’m going to use my own forms and fit them to the nails because I’m doing my left hand so it’s easier, I’d use tips on my right hand.
I’m going to prep the nail with Nail Prep and Base Coat and squeeze the product out onto the nail. I’ll prep my gel brush with Slip Solution and you don’t want the brush saturated with the solution so just tap off the excess on a lint free wipe. Acrylic Gel is great for beginners because you get the time to work with it, it doesn’t move around or set like Acrylic does. I’m going to pinch it whilst it’s warm too.
I’m going to use a cleanser to wipe over the nail and pinch it with my fingers at the same time. I filed the nails off camera and I’m going to wipe over with the cleanser again to clean up the dust and they’re ready for nail art.
I’ll do a full white nail and use cosmetic grade UV pigment, tapping it out onto a napkin. I’ll topcoat the nail to seal it first and then use a Lecente P1 brush to apply my pigments. I’m going back with the White Gel Polish and paint on a rose. I’ll cure the first rose to make sure I don’t knock it and repeat for the rest of the nail, curing as I go. Now for the magic, I’m going to cleanse the nail and the gel with hold onto the pigments at the side of the rose to create an awesome effect. I’ll finish with Top Coat, buff and Top Coat again for a super smooth finish.
Hope you’ve enjoyed this video and check out the Facebook and Insta too, cos there’s always fun stuff on there.
Tara Duck
XOXO
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[@neverstoppedme]

I would love if Adam was also wearing a mic, because I've always loved your banter but sometimes I struggle to hear him in the new setup

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

That's actually a fantastic idea! He's become just as integral to this channel as Kirsty at this point. They're a great team.

[@91frankthetank]

Please!!!

[@callalily1299]

@@Nails_By_Kimberlee hi everyone. i was just yelling at the computer about same problem, i thought it was my hearing at first. hopfully they read comments.

[@suzannebaggins1537]

Please put a mic on Adam. He sounds like he so far away.

[@juliasjewels2993]

I'm so glad you have gone out on your own. I have been watching you on NNs channel for years and always thought that you owned the company. I watched a Q&A where people asked the same and thought you were making millions. Now, it seems that you have that potential! Glad you guys followed the dream! Love your show!! Ty

[@chemicolors]

honestly you're the BEST teacher.

[@alexandrabarrett2536]

Love this!! Love all of it. Liked naio but you are the one that made it worth it. You and adam!! Glad he stuck by your side. Xoxo keep it up, both of you are artists.

[@gracieshepardtothemax1743]

May I ask what happened with Naio nails?

[@sturdygirl7772]

@@gracieshepardtothemax1743 possibly she only made videos for them using their products. I kinda remember the owner of Naio doing videos long ago. Maybe there was a timed contract? This is all speculation on my part. 😊

[@jeylenereyes1588]

@@gracieshepardtothemax1743 I believe with naio she could only use their products under contract (I think) so now with her own Chanel she can review different products plus use her own without having any issues

[@gracieshepardtothemax1743]

@@jeylenereyes1588 thank you!,

[@gracieshepardtothemax1743]

@@sturdygirl7772 thank you!

[@arielspangenberg9252]

Someone said on another video that you are so much happier now that you have your own channel, so I went back to an older video of yours when you were with naio, and they were so right! You have so much personality and it does seem that you are much happier now that you can use other products and showcase your own brand. Love love LOVE all that you do!

[@brandyduink2575]

This is soothing and nice for someone who lives too far away from any nail places in the "tundra" of upstate NY.

[@beverlyrivan5628]

You're a very good teacher I like how you take your time and you explain I love the accent but I also like your devotion thank you I've been watching a long time but never said anything until now 💕

[@vivianamolinares8506]

Fabulous lesson using the drill! Thank you.

[@SaltySeaWitch3]

You looked like you were so happy you could cry when you discovered you could effectively pinch that nail ❤ i freakin love you!

[@rebekahcain462]

This reminds me of the layers of a jawbreaker and I love it! 😍🥰🤩

[@Lillianeee]

The quality of the setup and content is amazing! I'm so so proud of Kirsty and Adam I can hardly put it into words

[@jessicaharris3720]

Absolutely beautiful design

[@christolcopeland]

Love how you did that nail with the roses 🌹

[@haniapopowska8966]

I frkin love rainbows!! And flowers. These were gorgeous and genius! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@cherylstevens5131]

These are amazing Kirsty, seems as thou anything you touch turns to gold. Gorgeous gorgeous set 💜❤️🧡💛💚💙

[@consonyastovall5858]

Such a cool concept 😍

[@alexandraframe6493]

I love that you have your own channel. You are using new and different products and I’m learning so much. The difference in product and curing etc, is very interesting. Those nail are amazing.

[@triciareed1576]

I’ve had a lot of designs and colours and everything you can do with nails. But this ?????? I’m gobsmacked !!! Divine !!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@giulibliss3920]

Woooowww 😍😍😍😍👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@DivineProsperity7]

I wished you did all of the nails like that I love it too cute

[@samtyers8236]

that design would be lovely as wedding nails

[@biancawilliams213]

I like it when you do random but awesome nail desighns using things you find at home its exciting!!!

[@angeladorris3224]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@mekidunston]

You should totally colab with NailCareerEducation cause y'all would be a powerful duo

[@dawnstephens9751]

I love that idea!

[@manfredfails7485]

Celina Ryden.

[@marianneciovacco8565]

she has it in the works! Can't wait, Kirsty will be surprised at how much they are alike off camera!

[@cmayo5659]

Noooo. Sorry, not a fan of Suzie. Although my issue may not have been her fault, what happened may have been out of her control .....

[@cmayo5659]

@Lindsay Mongan I thought so too, I liked Suzie & her videos. Like I said I may have been wrong to put the blame on her for what had occured. There was a nail company involved. Now I think it may have been them (this particular nail company) and not her that made me not watch her. I am seeing this company do what I thought suzie may have done. If that makes sense....

[@Beckyib.]

Whoop whoop !!!!

[@sadiepeterson1756]

Loved it! Love seeing the new shapes!

[@HaleiwaGirl808]

If I don’t have any enhancements on my nails I pick and pick and PICK!!! It’s terrible! So nice to know that there is someone out there, I’m sure there’s many many out there but it’s nice to know there’s others like me!

[@bevbatsford1053]

Awesome Love the effect !!!

[@toriaden833]

Where is everyone? This channel deserves millions of views.

[@lacasitadeestetica5426]

Me encanta cuando pruebas todas las técnicas nuevas en tendencia!!! Eres la mejor 💪🥰

[@estryxel6189]

Omg I would 100% love you to do my nails. I think I’d make the best client. I’m so easy going and don’t mind each hand being different. Your work is so amazing. I wish I could do my nails myself but I can’t. And my anxiety doesn’t let me go to the salon as I’ve had some bad experiences in the past with salons (not ones by me). I’ve been watching for years. Your so talented. So beautiful and very clever designs. Love the banter between you and Adam too. He does say some funny things.

[@leahanthony9959]

Absolutely gorgeous 😍

[@HoneyBee_1337]

Love love these

[@abolsley1]

Love it! so pretty!

[@AmandaD0201]

You're amazing! Love everything you do!

[@daviesmutha8251]

🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 GORGEOUS !!!! 🌹🌹🌹

[@shannajenkins6289]

One of my faves so far!

[@cindytutwiler7896]

I love them ❤

[@kathytarman2302]

This is so beautiful. Close to a cube nail shape. You do such great nails. Thank you for sharing this.

[@meridithderaps3362]

I love them!!! They look absolutely beautiful!! ❤️

[@ginahires7378]

Way cool the colors are groovey . 😍💜

[@leeannekilgore9477]

I’m so proud of you for going out on your own. 💜💙

[@rhondaarmstrong1405]

Nails are so beautiful!!!

[@cathywellman4859]

Amazing set so beautiful ❤️

[@hshwhitten]

Wow that’s so freaking cool

[@nicolapearce8591]

Love you Kirsty ❤

[@Moonbaby444]

They look fabulous! The look before the roses looks awesome as well! 😍

[@serenapowers9854]

Just absolutely STUNNING! I'm obsessed with this technique right now, it's just so fun and beautiful.

[@michellewilliams9956]

Gorgeous ❤️

[@normaledford1854]

I am so glad you are doing longer videos I could watch you for hours I love your work.

[@anthonyjosephmartineznails]

Yaay!! Time for Kirsty to get a set!!! 😍🤩💅💖

[@sal9683]

Wow!!!! When you wiped and everything blended!!! Stunning! I always know you will knock it our of the park ! Incredible xxx

[@aintnotellingwtf6835]

I like when you do the “KM shoooW”spin in the chair, it sets the mood! 💯😆

[@debrashaunsimmons5719]

Those came out absolutely amazing. You are such an ARTIST..I love your energy and watching you work. Thanks for sharing this video 💅🏾💞.

[@ginahires7378]

your persion is so on point . ur just so talented

[@Emmawilliams83]

Absolutely amazing Kirsty loving all your designs and so glad your working for your self now 😍🥰❤️

[@kathleenhernandez3772]

Love the nails

[@jacquelinedimattia774]

These nails are dope ✨🖤

[@amandarodgers9480]

I think it would be cool if you put this pigments on and they used a clear too coat to draw the roses. Wipe it clean like you did these. The roses would be multicolored

[@gilliansilvester5596]

If only I was half as artistic as you, beautiful nails, really cool. 💅👏👏😍

[@shirleyfaust7417]

Properly BAD ASS!

[@autumn7ful]

I love the nails so cool and of course you’re so amazing with your artistry which is why I enjoy watching you so much you just really know how to make things work so glad to be watching you I’m glad you’re in your new studio and it looks really pretty

[@louroberts54]

Beautiful

[@paulakoncki4029]

Absolute gorgeous!! Unicorn 🦄 Magic 💝💅🥰

[@bridgie_h_]

I tried this technique right after I saw you post these nails on your Instagram! I used super pigmented eyeshadows because sometimes a girls got to get creative 😆 I found adding a bit of clear to my white gel to make it less opaque helped to make the colour edges of the rose design stand out a bit brighter and thicker. It was the perfect Easter look!

[@kfromthewoods]

As I saw the pictures in the end I had such a good laugh, because I thought yeaaah of course she blinged it up ❤️

[@TheMadamDragon]

My nana used to do the same as Adam’s Mam. She would take a handkerchief and lick it wipe your skin off and the dirt would still be there 😂

[@Grannievore]

Every woman in my family used to do that to us kids, Adam. It was the 70’s, hygienic practices be damned, I suppose.

[@meredithmorris2233]

I want my nails done!!!! Have to get across the pond first lol love your videos! They got me back into getting my nails done and as a mom .... I need that time! Lol

[@JonalynH]

I also love seeing the pigment all over your hands, desk cuz I would have it everywhere. I’d be finding it for years.

[@starlightanddreams1317]

My mandrel bit is definitely not this snug. I need to get a new one. I always learn so much from you. I agree that this is a relaxing and informative video. Just what I needed. Thank you for sharing. 😍

[@leila1662]

gorgeous

[@bjmudgway9013]

Amazing.... ❤️❤️🇦🇺..

[@brittany2878]

Just finished watching every one of your tiktoks then felt like watching your KZbin videos and I get surprised with a new one 😭😍

[@dawnstephens9751]

Your just sooo beautiful and sooo talented😍😁✌🏻

[@mandicoleman7433]

I have some polygel that I thought I want too crazy about. Thought it wasn't strong enough. Then fit done reason I used a different lamp and wasn't paying attention and cured it longer. It was hard as a rock like acrylic. It's totally changed my mind on polygel 😉

[@davidsueellen8718]

I'm one of those people who likes to grow my own nails💅. Thanks K & A 😻 Sue Ellen from WV🇺🇸

[@xk3ll3yx]

I pick and bite as well! Thanks gawd for gel nails! My nails were so deformed and actually look normal and the shape as well now.😍

[@JonalynH]

Love love love amazing and stunnin’ 🤍🤍🤍

[@cali.girllivinnnevada8]

I paid & $180 +tax & shipping, & it was the best money I’ve ever spent on “nail things” 😍 Worth EVERY penny! Also, before I started doing my own nails, I never realized just how bad it was that the nail techs I was going to were hitting my natural nail plate with their drills at like max speed! I’m talking probably like 20,000 RPMs plus 😖 when I think about it now it makes me cringe!!

[@mandysnails6618]

Love it! Now I’m gnna have to try it! LoL Thanks for sharing

[@mandysnails6618]

Not with that shape though.. sorry 😣

[@annamason8699]

Kirsty Meakin merch please! T shirts, monogram chains and jewelry with the skull!

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

That's already a thing. Check her website. There's probably a link in the description box.

[@cherelsiimaubi2343]

I saw these on your Instagram and I was praying you made a video cause I am totally in love😍😍Definitely trying these!!

[@daniburke9452]

I watched a knew video about where u were talking about getting your teeth done. I don't think your old ones looked bad but your knew smile os awesome😁

[@LaMasChingonaa]

As soon as I click I like the video 😂💕🙏 love you guys!!!

[@karenorsi4109]

These are beautiful and sooo clever. What a technique. You make it look so easy. I’d have those powders everywhere 🤦🏻‍♀️....your channel is as good as ever!!!😍

[@patriciagallacher6741]

Kirsty when doing the pigment nails you don't need to put a top coat on it won't come off,just for anyone else who doesn't know this either.

[@doneinadaycrochet9947]

Nail goals lol. I’m trying to do a shadow French acrygel on a Russian almond but with a brown cow print

[@Beckyib.]

Suns out meakin's out !! 🎉

[@-Jersey-Shore-Girl-]

When will you be coming out with your own acrylic? I'm not sure that a lot of people realize that you have your own channel now because I didn't. I just found out last week that you no longer work with the other company that shall not be named. I'm so happy to see you are back on your own. Now you just need all your subscribers back!

[@emmaparsons4194]

I'm with you Adam, my Nans both did the hanky thing lol Oh I love these x bet u would create some lovely one using the none wipe topcoat instead of the white😍 like one of ur chrome powder vids from ages ago😍 Loving the product free reign you have 💜

[@wodi28179]

My Momma did that too Adam!! Actually it was my Mamaw!! 😂😂😂😂😂 I would gag so bad!! 😂😂😂😂

[@gyongyihuszak3288]

It's awesome!! Maybe you should try with a milky white, and the colours will come through.

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

Adam, I'm with you on the spit and rub method of parenting!! I bloody hated it!!

[@hanabideita9285]

I want to be that pro drawing roses on my nails 😢😭

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

Adam, thank you for doing the "Round the outside, round the outside" bit lol. Because that's exactly what was going on inside my head at that very moment 🤣🤣. And Kirsty - is that unicorn brush one of the Gerald ones from Sarah Burchett? I hope so! I love her too!

[@SarahJSwift]

You can buy those off of amazon, and also ebay if you look.

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

@@SarahJSwift ahhh, ok. Still hoping it's one of Sarah's brushes though lol. It makes me happy to see nail artists I love and respect supporting other nail artists I love and respect.

[@bjessee9855]

My mom used to lick a napkin and wipe my face also Adam, so you aren’t alone bud!!!

[@TheSiobhan12]

My Nan used to use a wee crumpled tissue she'd have in her pocket. Always when we were in a shop as well for all the world to see. 😝

[@stacirandall9436]

Kirsten you should try this on a black nail

[@mochaprincess1764]

Your pretty 😊

[@masonlwb08]

Can you do a full or longer video with the spider web nail polish? I’ve watched SOOO many of your videos and the only one I can find is the short clip and it looks SO cool.

[@bravehearticus]

I think I preferred them with the pigments on. But still pretty