Oval Nail Extension Tutorial with Hard Gel Part 1 | HEMA Free Gel | Builder Gel Tutorial

Watch this tutorial on how to form and create an oval nail extension using LE's Lexy Line Builder Gels. Shop Now: bit.ly/3U6hNVU
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[@hoptoit5910]

I have no problem doing this on a practice hand. It’s relatively easy. Doing it on my own nails is a whole different story especially when using my non dominant hand.

[@LightEleganceHQ]

With more practice and time, it will get easier!

[@Cadybridges]

Same

[@Mauvefalcone]

It gets easier but then you could also try making them as press-ons it’s easier that way

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

Practice is the key. And a little tip - if the gel starts running away from you (spreading to the sides, getting out of control) flip your hand over so it's palm up for a few seconds and let gravity help you. It will help the gel go back to the center of the nail.

[@thewhyofthings8450]

I never knew i had to cleanse the nail so for 3+years i bought new lamps and gels cause i thought something was wrong with them 😢😂😂

[@fairygrl999]

lollll i did the same in high school i was like damn i don't get the hype with this whole gel thing it's so sticky wtf

[@sophiam.krager3815]

There is also Geld who don't have These Kind of sticky finish

[@hoptoit5910]

😂 me too. I’d be thinking the product, lamp or both were rubbish lol

[@shresthasinha115]

@@hoptoit5910 when exactly do you need to wipe that sticky part off? After curing, right?

[@martinezponceandreayoselin6935]

¿para quitar lo pegajoso debo limpiarlo con alcohol? o tiene un nombre especial?

[@alexandrite9821]

Could you please do a tutorial using Lexi hard gel as an overlay on super short nails with no free edge?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

We do have a couple videos of this here on KZbin and Instagram! kzbin.infoB0YYGYtwyMo?feature=share or kzbin.infoNc2o__BCUPo?feature=share

[@LightEleganceHQ]

For nails with no free edge, you can use the same technique, just with less product! kzbin.infoLpcmNfXFl0Q?feature=share

[@alexandrite9821]

@@LightEleganceHQ I’m specifically looking for overlays on very short nails, particularly ones with no free edge. The nails are very short and have been bitten so we are working on growing them out. Do you have any along those lines?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

@@alexandrite9821 Ah yes! You may need to build out a free edge and it is important to use a nail form to avoid getting product on the skin. We will link to two videos, one for customizing a form and the second showing how this can be done! instagram.com/reel/CpxSdOwAMIc/?igshid=MmJiY2I4NDBkZg==

[@LightEleganceHQ]

@@alexandrite9821 Here are two videos on how to customize nail forms! kzbin.infoYsFDAMlVPNc?feature=share
 kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2XaYX99mZt3f5o

[@michsutt]

What do you use to clean the brush?

[@jeanbatac9144]

How long do you keep nail under the UV light for? When the builder gel is applied? Pls and thank you 😊

[@LightEleganceHQ]

We cure our Light Elegance gels in our LEDdot Gen3 Lamp (LED lamp with 400nm curing) for 1 minute. We do recommend using a curing light that has been thoroughly tested for cure thickness and doing your research to ensure full curing of your gels! If you would like to learn more about gel curing lamps, please check out our Chemist Corner playlist with our Head Chemist and Co-Owner, Jim McConnell!

[@aqua3890]

but when I let it self-level it becomes bulky on the sides

[@Simpliyvonne]

I used to have this problem as well . Flip the nail over for like 3-4 seconds so the product pools towards the center instead of the side walls . It helps to do one hands at a time .

[@LeeslyBeeauty]

Did u use the uv foe the first half?

[@melsterrama]

Yes I’m pretty sure it was cured between the two different shades of pink. 1) Tack, cure 2)Ideal Pink Builder, cure 3) baby pink extreme, cure, cleanse

[@Thecutestkittens_ever]

Why do you prefer using this method and not dual forms? Like with the tips you remove

[@Potato-j6m]

Beautiful ❤

[@lg24kts43]

Perfection 😍

[@_Obey_]

Do I need monomer on the brush to sculpt? And woth what product do I clean the brush in between and after use?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

No monomer is needed when working with gel! You can always clear color out of your hard gel application brushes with clear top coat as needed

[@kim_nailz_lets-shine]

You do need a lamp with Gel to cure.. 😘

[@susannasser4291]

What do you use so the gel doesn't stick on the brush?? 😢

[@Chris-Alia]

No links?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

You can shop our Lexy Line builder gels here! bit.ly/3U6hNVU ☺

[@eneyakhalil7842]

Heyy what’s a slip layer? Do I use hard gel for that too?

[@FlynnLowrenVanRaden]

What paper did you use??

[@LightEleganceHQ]

Our LE Nail Forms are used to create the enhancement!

[@TeriColby-fg4rk]

But clear hard gel to extend, I can't see

[@mynailfairy]

It’s kind of thick. Is it gonna cause a major heat spike?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

This should not cause a major heat spike, but we do recommend using the hard gel setting on the lamp that slowly ramps up the curing over 120 secs!

[@LightEleganceHQ]

We also have some tips and tricks for avoiding heat spikes in this video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKTSZKajnd2jfs0si=wVMgESzhywz4487d

[@dilaylahangellie4960]

For how long does the set last?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

Our Lexy Line Builder Gels offer 4+ week wear! We recommend a fill or rebalance at that point to ensure proper structure and strength, although we have seen people wear them for much longer!

[@angelicalozaano4594]

What is the tack bonding agent you use? I use a model ones builder gel and they always pop off immediately even if I prime and prep properly

[@LightEleganceHQ]

Tack is a UV/LED cured bonding agent that acts as a double sided stick tape! It's great for extra adhesion and works for a variety of nail types!

[@annagracheva8714]

Always apply a base (“rubber”base gel)gel underneath builder gel. Cure thin layer of base gel then apply builder gel cure and apply top coat and cure. Builder gels are too hard and need a layer of a more elastic gel between them and natural nail

[@LightEleganceHQ]

@@annagracheva8714 Our builder gels do not actually require a base gel. LE's high quality formulations ensure excellent performance without the need for a "rubber base" product.

[@annagracheva8714]

@@LightEleganceHQ alright i see.. 👍

[@diamond0485]

41:21

[@itslowtide4690]

Would like to know why people like hard gel? Isn’t it super hard to remove? Just curious.

[@LightEleganceHQ]

Great question! Hard gel is loved by nail pros (and clients!) for it's durable wear, ability to add strength & structure to natural nails, pros can work quickly since it is self leveling and allows flexibility to the extension (where Acrylic can be much less flexible and in some cases- too hard for some nail types). Our Lexy Line (hard builder gels) offers several different types of building gel viscosities & flexibilities so there is a product for every nail pro's working preference and client's nail type needs! It is also super easy & quick to remove with an eFile (or hand file) , however we often recommend fills to save time, money and product for regular clients! 😊 We hope this helps, let us know if you have any other questions!

[@jmwjrsmom]

Hard gel doesn't self level...tf?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

It absolutely can! There are so many different types of viscosities and some are more self leveling than others! Our 1-Step and Cool Gel will be faster self leveling than our Extreme and Builder viscosities. Hope this helps!

[@monikakittu9111]

Which builder gel did yu use?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

We used Ideal Pink Builder for the base and then Baby Pink Extreme for the structure (both are hard builder gels from our Lexy Line) ☺

[@aimeekrieg9932]

No doubt I could do this, not sure about the free edge though ...😮

[@LightEleganceHQ]

You can do it! @@aimeekrieg9932

[@katiekat8329]

What brush are you using here?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

This is our #6 Kolinsky Brush!

[@katiekat8329]

@@LightEleganceHQ Omg definitely gonna buy this!

[@LightEleganceHQ]

@@katiekat8329 Many pros love using our Kolinsky's for builder gel application!

[@katiekat8329]

I just got it and it is fabulous for gel application! It’s oval and perfect shape/length to apply easily, but is also somehow pointy at end so you can really direct the gel close to sidewalls and shape well. My new FAVORITE brush 💖

[@LightEleganceHQ]

@@katiekat8329 Ahh that's amazing to hear, we're so glad you love the Kolinksy brush! ☺

[@Cherrycrush1437]

What do you “cleanse” with? Builder gel always leaves a tackiness even after curing. Is what your using a solution?

[@LightEleganceHQ]

Yes, most of our builder gels will leave an inhibition layer "aka tacky layer" after curing that needs to be cleansed before finish filing. We suggest our LEpro Cleanser as it is formulated without any unnecessary ingredients. Some cleansers can contain dyes, fragrances, oils or other ingredients that can interfere with adhesion.

[@LightEleganceHQ]

www.lightelegance.com/collections/lepro-salon-essentials/products/cleanser

[@Cherrycrush1437]

@@LightEleganceHQ thank you!

[@blazedbaby]

do you cure before adding the slip layer?