MUST HAVE Nail Art Tools for Every Nail Artist! Nail Polish 101 || KELLI MARISSA

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Hey guys! Today I am sharing another Nail Polish 101 video - my must have tools for nail art! Obviously you don’t need ALL of these tools but these are my most frequently used products and I thought it would be helpful to share :)
Products mentioned:
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Elf Concealer Brush: go.magik.ly/ml/relm/ *
Maniology clean up brush (use code KELLI for 10% off): maniology.com/products/dual-e...
Cuccio 7 Second Top Coat (use code KELLI for 20% off): www.hbbeautybar.com/products/...
Hey! I’m Kelli Marissa and I am a nail polish lover! On my channel, you will see swatches from new nail polish collections, as well as beginner nail art that anyone can do at home. I also teach nail polish hacks like how to file your nails, how to dry your nail polish quickly, how to remove glitter nail polish, and how to make your manicure last longer! I have a new Makeup 101 series where I teach beginner makeup tricks like how to apply eyeshadow and how to wear colorful makeup, as well as show different eye makeup looks with drugstore and high end eyeshadow palettes. Make sure you subscribe to become a part of the Galaxy Gang! I usually post on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays :)
Check out my galaxy themed collaboration polishes! www.starrily.com/collections/...
And of course my galaxy themed stamping plate* (use code KELLI for 10% off your order!): bit.ly/2oGP0eo
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NAIL POLISH 101:
How to paint your nails perfectly every time: bit.ly/paintyournailsperfectly
How to keep your manicure from chipping/peeling off: bit.ly/lastingmanicures
How to clean up your manicure: bit.ly/cleanupnails
How to file your nails square: bit.ly/squarenails
How to make your nails grow stronger: bit.ly/growstrongnails
How to make your nail polish dry faster: bit.ly/drynailsquick
How to make your own dotting tools: bit.ly/DIYdottingtools
How to fix a broken nail: bit.ly/fixabrokennail
How to fix an old bottle of nail polish: bit.ly/fixoldpolish
ULTIMATE ombre nail art guide: bit.ly/ultimateombre
How to fix smudged polish: bit.ly/smudgedpolish
How to clean your nail art brushes: bit.ly/cleannailbrushes
How to paint with your non-dominant hand: bit.ly/paintbothhands
How to cover up chipped nail polish: bit.ly/chippednailpolish
What is jelly polish? And how to use it: bit.ly/jellypolish
How to prevent your nail polish from bubbling: bit.ly/preventbubbles
CHECK OUT MY OTHER RECENT VIDEOS!
Eye makeup for ABSOLUTE beginners: bit.ly/eyeshadowforbeginners
Organizing 1000 nail polishes in rainbow order: bit.ly/organizingpolishes
Mixing my nail polishes together?!: bit.ly/mixingnailpolish
Holo galaxy nail art! bit.ly/hologalaxynails
I try a Simply Nailogical nail art tutorial: bit.ly/simplyfailnailart
Black to holo gradient nail art: bit.ly/hologradientnails
EASY marble nail art: bit.ly/easymarblenailart
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MATTE TOP COAT: amzn.to/2yzmzoP *
Dotting Tools: amzn.to/2xqIRJo *
Striping Tape: go.magik.ly/r/kellimarissa/16342/ *
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[@KelliMarissa]

LOL just noticed my title cards only worked for the first nail art tool... smh

[@britishventi7907]

lol

[@jom6829]

I am constantly puzzled that strangers feel it's ok to tell other strangers what they think someone should get, e.g. lip fillers. The world is judgemental enough without adding to it. I personally think you do indeed rock that lipstick. The old adage of, "if you haven't got anything nice to say, don't say anything at all", is a good one to live by.

[@nda7154]

Joanna Matthews for sure! They wonder where her lips are...I wonder where their manners are!

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha yeah that always confuses me too. It wouldn’t even cross my mind to tell someone (especially a stranger) to do something to their body or face, especially without prompting. Maybe a best friend, but ONLY if they asked for an honest opinion lol. And personally.. I’m not a person who encourages cosmetic surgery or fillers, so I’d probably vote no anyway lol.

[@calichef1962]

@@KelliMarissa I totally agree with what you are saying, but take it from a thin-lipped 57 year-old-- Never say never! If you think your lips are thin NOW, just wait! They will disappear by 50 and you might reconsider some fillers and/or Botox for the crow's feet. If I had the cash, I'd do it, and I'm part of the "natural" hippie generation that once looked down on people even dying their hair!

[@KelliMarissa]

calichef1962 I don't judge people for surgeries or fillers or Botox, but I don't want it for myself. I'm nearly 30 and I'm not scared of aging or getting wrinkles. It's a sign of living!

[@nda7154]

Kelli Marissa I agree. I’m nearly 48 and have no intention of getting any procedures. No judgement either, just not for me. Many people are not bothered by aging. I’m one of them ;-)

[@squidzle]

I laughed so hard when you popped in to point out the feather 😂

[@KelliMarissa]

Omg I can't believe I didn't notice it flailing around while I was filming lol

[@squidzle]

Kelli Marissa it’s your adorable little friend haha. I’m so scared of bugs and spiders that I always think every piece of fuzz floating around my house is a bug 😂

[@emily-ol1rr]

It gave me anxiety

[@chey3846]

Ha my boyfriend was so into this video. He loved it, hes been wanting to do nail art on my nails since watching your nail art videos(and he likes to draw/art). He said thank you, stay cool. Lol

[@KelliMarissa]

Omg that's an awesome hobby for him to pick up (and you'll get cool nails out of it!!)

[@ne1477]

Kelli, you are super beautiful. I never even noticed your lips were “thin” because they look like normal lips to me. People are ridiculous. You’re gorgeous! And thanks for the tips 😍

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha thank you for your kind words!'

[@Charmape]

Your lips are fine. The people making those negative comments don't know what they're talking about. I'm looking forward to your video on your favourite white and black polishes.

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha thank you! I'm excited to make it. I have a lot of good recommendations!

[@lynzilla27able]

Anyone else have fun looking at her nail polish tower? It's always so beautiful 😍.

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha! Thank you!!

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

I love how you kept pointing out that you don't have to spend a ton of money on any of these things. My striping tape stash came from your link a couple of years ago. I've still got *tons* left. I use the same Elf brush for clean up. My dotting tools came from Wish and only cost maybe $2 for a whole set. You CAN do this on the cheap!

[@KelliMarissa]

Yes it totally doesn't have to be an expensive hobby! Even the nail polish can be bought at drugstores (although if you want to get picky you might end up spending more haha!)

[@allieohmalley1319]

Yep I use elf eyebrow brush as clean up. Works well

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

@@allieohmalley1319 I never thought of using one of those. I bet that *would* work really well!

[@Newfglory_lp]

I instantly said oh wow that dark lip looks great on her!

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha oh gosh thank you!

[@sharongibilisco1303]

You are a beautiful girl and your makeup is always on point. Lip size, like everything else, goes through cycles. I have larger size lips and when I was a kid (70's), thinner lips were in style and I got teased. You just gotta be happy with what you have, and it seems like you are and that is what is important.

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha yeah I used to get made fun of for my freckles and now they're in fashion! People are fickle!

[@Cathy_in_colour]

You look fantastic in the dark lipstick. I'm baffled by the pure rudeness of people sometimes 🤦‍♀️

[@KelliMarissa]

People are so much meaner on the internet than in real life lol! It's crazy.

[@satchelsofgold2659]

Your lips are perfect for your face and you have a beautiful smile!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much Ann :)

[@thenailpolishbottle7267]

I bought a clean up brush years ago and it literally CHANGED my nail art game, from messy to professional😎

[@KelliMarissa]

It is seriously life changing haha!

[@carmenfonseca349]

"A feather in my hair" ha ha ha , you are to cute💕 as always, great video 😉💕 and that lipstick is gorgeous on you, NO fillers, good for you, you don't need it😄 thank you for sharing 💕💕

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha thank you for the kind words!

[@juleebaer8424]

Yay! I love the nail polish 101 series!

[@KelliMarissa]

I'm glad to hear it!

[@logancrapser3866]

One of the most useful videos I have ever watched in KZbin!!!! Thanks! Also I love that you had that aside about the feather. I never would have noticed it but if I was making the video it would probably annoy the crap outta me. So relatable! Haha. 💜 Edit: you are beautiful and talented. I hope the positivity a lot of people give you outweighs the bs. I really appreciate all your hard work please never stop being you!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much for your kind words :) I honestly almost always ignore the haters and just delete their comments haha! I'd rather spend my time talking to you guys!!!

[@gail4077]

Thanks for making this type video...they are really helpful.

[@KelliMarissa]

I’m glad to hear it, Gail!

[@laurar2024]

I made a dotting tool by getting an orange stick and dipping the pointed end into candle wax. Let it dry and you have a dotting tool.

[@sparklywastaken1426]

Genius!

[@KelliMarissa]

That's a smart tip!

[@kogiechetty3944]

Brilliant idea ✔

[@sternits]

Makeup looks great. Love the red lips.

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much :)

[@marilynlvsnails]

Love the red & makeup

[@KelliMarissa]

Thanks so much!!

[@Haysalto]

While watching this video I was doing nail art and legit had practically every item you mentioned out on my desk!

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha! That's how you know they're important!

[@jasmineliassen1618]

Basically died when you said that using liquid latex in your nailart is to complicated cause my current nail art I used liquid latex in it, and honestly you are a lot better than me❤️💅🏼 it’s a lot easier than you think

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha omg I can't do it! What design did you do??

[@jasmineliassen1618]

Kelli Marissa a nude nail with a gradient in the middle/on the side of the nail ☺️ if you want to see it, it’s on my instagram called @jasmins_nails

[@calichef1962]

I would say that my top ten things a budding nail artist needs are: 1. Black one coat polish 2. White one coat polish 3. Quick dry topcoat or UV/LED gel topcoat 4. e.l.f. concealer/clean up brush 5. Striping tape in many colors 6. Set of 12 acrylic paints- mix any color, dries in seconds and errors scrape right off 7. A few small art brushes and dotting tools, orange wood sticks, or even toothpicks 8. French manicure guides, (or hole re-enforcers cut in half,) decals and seasonal stickers 9. Assorted fine glitters 10. Crystals, rhinestones, half pearls, metallic accents, etc.-- super cheap on Amazon! One could probably go on Ali Express and get everything on this list for about $50. Someone on a tight budget could even put everything on a wish list and then just buy a few dollars worth each pay day and have it all in a month or two.

[@KelliMarissa]

Thanks so much for sharing your must haves!!

[@miz.harrington85]

I’ve been doing nail art my whole life, I’ve always wanted to get dotting tools but never have... you’ve inspired me to go ahead and get them! Will be a great addition to my collection 😊

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh they're gonna change your life!!!!

[@thatsandichic]

Awesome video Kelli! I started with stamping and found nail vinyls tougher! Ha ha!

[@tariuswatcher]

ditto! ... but maybe I made the extra effort because of my desire to master the intricate awesome stamping designs.

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh man I still struggle with stamping often hahaha

[@thatsandichic]

@@KelliMarissa Ha ha! We all have our favourite methods.

[@lauracaruso4838]

I love these video!! Really good job Kelli!!

[@KelliMarissa]

Thank you Laura!

[@brittanyhuff8747]

Kelli where is your favorite place to buy nail vinyls???

[@KelliMarissa]

Honestly I've pretty much only ever gotten them from Whats Up Nails and I love them!

[@justballroomthings]

I love your Nail Polish 101 videos!

[@KelliMarissa]

So happy to hear it :)

[@kcap5935]

Besides the fact that I love all of your video's...You are by far the sweetest, nicest, upbeat, positive person there is!!!! And I love that! Go Jersey girl!❤

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh you are so kind Karin! Thank you so much!!

[@Purita1981]

Great tools to have for nail art, but my comment today goes to your makeup, gorgeous and flawless, best I have seen, it goes so perfect with your hair, is completely perfect. 🥰💖💅💖🥰

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh thank you so much Purita!!

[@jessejoyce]

Love your 101 series, and the pause for the feather was adorable! That shade of lipstick looks amazing!

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha thank you so much!

[@stoneage2725]

i really an greatful for these basic tips !! ive just recently started with nail art and had never painted my nails before and know nothing at all so these are EXTREMELY helpful!!!

[@CrystalsPolish]

Loved this!! You’re amazing Kelli 😉 also, you totally rocked that dark lip 🤩

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha thank you Crystal!

[@falynns.974]

Yay you! The 101 videos are back! 🖌💅🏼 I don’t do much nail art but I watched the video anyway. LOVE the dark lip color on you!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much Falynn!

[@justineargh]

Thank you for this video! I really appreciate your 101 videos, they are super helpful. I'm excited to see your favorite whites and quick dry top coats videos.

[@KelliMarissa]

So glad you enjoyed!!

[@antalapuza]

I love this hair colour on you!

[@jaids_place]

Great vlog, Kelli 💕

[@KelliMarissa]

Thanks Judy!!

[@laurabolen4809]

Good overall info. I have been watching for awhile and proud to say I have all of these tools. Thank you for your videos! You're awesome!

[@KelliMarissa]

Thanks Laura :) glad you enjoy them!

[@chrisstanwood246]

Your hair is so bright and pretty! Thanks for the video!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much :)

[@dheredia2789]

I think I'm looking into those nail vinyls. Great video. That lip color looks really great on you!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much :)

[@GloryNails313]

That's the best way to clean up the cuticles. With acetone and a brush. I can't live without it

[@KelliMarissa]

Totally agree!

[@marshayelton9783]

I absolutely LOVE you in dark/bright lip colors! You can rock ANYTHING!!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh thank you so much haha!

[@LatashaTrueHeart]

I applaud that you love your lips the way they are. I'm tired of people shaming other people for the type of lips that they have. God blesses us to be uniquely individual in the way we look, the way we think, and our brilliant personalities. I love your uniqueness!

[@allieohmalley1319]

You’re killing the whole fall aesthetic with your hair & makeup. Killing it 🔥

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha oh gosh thanks Allie!

[@carilynncrochets]

Girl you are my favorite. You are gorgeous, I love your attitude and your helpful tips. Thank you so much!!!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh you are so kind, Cari! Thank you so much :)

[@margb921]

You are TOTALLY rocking that lip color!

[@KelliMarissa]

Ahh thank you haha!

[@sabrinakartoum1658]

Omg thank you so much for this video! I’m new to nail art and I’m SO overwhelmed and don’t know what I actually need for a beginner. This was super helpful thank you so much!

[@KelliMarissa]

I'm so happy you found it helpful Sabrina!!

[@erinaelizabeth]

I have always loved your 101 videos! Some I learn a lot from and some are a refresher! Love your whole look today with the hair, make up, and lips. Gorgeous! People have no shame when it comes to telling someone what they think a person should have done, but are also the first to comment negatively if a person does decided to have work done on themselves. Unless it directly affects you, close your mouth and keep scrolling!!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh thanks Erin! I'm glad these videos can be helpful :) yeah I don't understand the compulsive need online to tell people to get work done, especially when it's totally not related to their videos (I really don't see how bigger lips would affect my nail art hahaha)

[@jilllugay7294]

I love dotting tools and the elf concealer brush! The elf concealer brush is part of my the foundation of perfect manicures each time!

[@KelliMarissa]

Totally agree!! It's the best step!

[@plumbutt3612]

Your make up always looks great Kelli, but this look is amazing!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you Jenna!

[@marianas615]

I just got my first nail art kit

[@christonalva7032]

Nail art 101 videos are the most fun to watch 🤩🤩🤩🤩 Girl!! You always look fabulous wearing dark lipstick 😍❤️❤️❤️

[@KelliMarissa]

Hehe thank you!

[@nailsonpointbynina]

I LOVE that make up of yours today it‘s soo pretty😍

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much :)

[@genesisperez2162]

Omg yesssss!!! Couldn’t wait to get off of work to watch this 😁😁😁

[@KelliMarissa]

Hehe hope you.enjoy!!

[@chrystalfrazier1222]

I used to take a toll painting class way back when and I had two dotting tools for that so I was excited to have something to start with when I started getting into nail art. My daughter bought me a "nail art dotting tool set," but I still reach for the old ones first! She also shared her striping tape with me and I think it was a lifetime supply for both of us! I know you mentioned that stamping is a 201 series, but if you could, I certainly would be interested in seeing that, especially how to clean up between nails! Thanks!

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha that's great! I can definitely do more stamping content!

[@ironysdragon]

I would love to see a favorite top coats video!! My search hasn't been going well, and I'd love to see what you recommend!

[@caroc001]

Could your please do a nail care video? I remember i watched your older Inez but I want to know if you have new recommendations. My nail salon or sooo frail & breakable and as they’re growing even a little but I have to cut them because layers constantly peal off. 😢

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh I don't think I've used any new products this year haha! I'll take a look though!

[@robif2551]

I love that lipstick color on you. Rock it

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha thank you!!

[@shannons4730]

I have probably commented on a video before saying this, but your tip of the acetone and concealer brush was a GAME CHANGER for me. It is SO SIMPLE, but in my 28 years of life, I had never thought of it or had anyone directly mention it as you did. Seriously, that combined with a good, fast drying top coat and I've been painting my nails, like, religiously for the last year or so. THANK YOU! :) P.S. You are beautiful and the dark lipstick looks really, really nice! I have thin lips and hate the way dark lipstick looks on me, but I am inspired to give it a go again.

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh I'm so happy to hear that! It's absolutely my favorite trick for a salon quality manicure. So much that now I feel like the salon doesn't do as good of a job since they don't usually clean up HAHA!

[@AReineyMay]

ive been using the elf brush since highschool for cleaning up my french tip manis lol. oh man i love that brush. so versatile!

[@wowlily1245]

Great video! Basics are important too.

[@KelliMarissa]

Totally agree and thank you!

[@tammydotson6506]

Trying to improve my nail art game. Dotting tools and the brushes are what I’m playing with to improve. Recently started stamping and trying gradients with the sponge. Those are still a struggle. And your lips and lipstick are lovely.

[@amywallace1187]

Also...I used to be a nail tech and then I discovered heyyyy I hate doing nails; I just love nail art. You've inspired me

[@jennyrangel2395]

Great info vid. Can't wait to see your favorite quick dry top coats! Oh and the black and whites! Btw you rock that dark lip girl!

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha thank you!!

[@kenietha]

Love ❤ this hair!

[@KamikoInu]

Girl, you are rocking that lipstick!! It's a gorgeous color and looks amazing on you!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much :)

[@phouse1964]

First, I’m doing my nails watching this. 2) your 101 series is super helpful! I have been going back to get tips on making my manis better. 3) I am SHOCKED every time someone tells me they don’t paint their nails because it always gets messed up and I’m like QUICK DRY TOP COAT! I can do my nails in 20-30 minutes and be done and they does get messed up. I love painting my nails!

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha omg I know. It's really a life changer. I can't even remember the days when I didn't rely on that quick dry!

[@phouse1964]

Kelli Marissa or a cleanup brush! It’s so easy and makes all the difference

[@ebrown0319]

Thanks for the recommendations. You are totally rocking that red lipstic😍

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh thank you!

[@mbuenneke]

Looking forward to a stamping 101 video!

[@KelliMarissa]

Ooh I'll def do one!

[@aliciadecristoforo6954]

I love your look on here !!

[@KelliMarissa]

Thank you so much!

[@briannajulien3549]

Yassss girl!!! Love natural girls!! And you're deff rocking that shade! Also... Fun fact... I wouldn't even have noticed the feather.. Or.. Maybe I would have.. Idk! 🤷 But it was pretty funny when you pointed it out 🤣 You're hilarious! Definitely my favorite nail youtuber!!! Been binging your videos since the other day when I found you!!

[@dbusch67]

Awesome video! I'm happy to say I have all and totally agree with everything you say. I love all of your videos. ❤️😀

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much Diane :)

[@Colourcoateddiaries]

Enjoyed the vid ♥️ I’m currently learning nail art and man it’s harder than it looks.

[@KelliMarissa]

You can do it! Its a fun process to learn - you should take pics of your manis as you go so you can see your progress!!

[@Colourcoateddiaries]

@@KelliMarissa that’s the plan, hopefully I’ll get there with more practice. Currently binging your channel 🫶🏽

[@Acaciaohio]

Best one yet!

[@KelliMarissa]

Ahh thank you!!

[@Creppycookies]

A very helpful video, and definitely gonna keep a lookout for that elf brush. Your are beautiful the way your are smh at the ppl for being so rude. That Makeup look tho, stunning Kelli ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much :)

[@Creppycookies]

Kelli Marissa You are very welcome and ppl are hating on you

[@Cozy.snowflakes]

I really enjoy watching your nail polish 101 videos. I also love your makeup 101, I find it helpful. When do you see yourself doing more?

[@KelliMarissa]

I'm planning more soon! I've finally got some time in the next month to do more makeup videos and I'm really excited to do them!

[@MixxyGirl]

Great video Kelly. I have a couple of the items you mentioned but not all. I will get a couple more things. Thank you.

[@KelliMarissa]

Happy I could help!!

[@Miyabiko]

girl, did you really think I won't see the new ORLY winter collection on your shelf???? It's so pretty, can't wait for it to come out

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha! I'm excited to swatch them!

[@carolinanoriega3813]

Great recommendations!

[@KelliMarissa]

Happy you enjoyed!!!

[@kathleengonzales2729]

Yay, whites! It's such a hard color to apply. Totally looking forward to that.

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh I have so many recommendations!

[@Just__Jamieg33k]

I just started with nail art but my favourite so far other than those that were mentioned are acrylic paint! They are super easy to apply with any kind of brush, dry super fast and with a top coat are just as glossy as polish. The nice thing is that over dried top coat it is easy to fix mistakes because you can gently scratch it off. So yeah that is my favorite tool for nail art details :)

[@rhondaarmstrong6790]

Brushes are my favorite I can't stop buying them. But I do have everything you said.

[@pamelakanoski9167]

Thx for the video. I love you 😘 and your videos. Some people don't have any good things to say about anybody. Really like your make up look for this video. You inspire me to do nail art. Thx Kelli

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh thank you so much Pamela!! Love ya!!

[@Odawl]

Didn't even think anything about your lips or the color, looked so natural with your make up, now your eyes I just love your talent with the shadows.... that's what I'm always looking at

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh thank you so much haha!

[@crystalbleau2611]

Looking forward to your "favorite quick dry topcoat" vid. I love the Glisten n Glow one but always looking for a new one! Oh, and rock that dark lippy, it looks AMAZING ONY YOU;!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh thank you haha!

[@lilphoenix]

The feather 😂😂 This is why I love your videos, you're not above pointing out things like that. It's very relatable. One thing I wish more nail artists would mention that I never knew- you put Quick Dry Top Coat on the polish while it's still wet. That blew me away. I was constantly struggling with accidentally bumping my nails before they were 100% dry, which prevented me from ever wanting to put in the effort to do nice nail art, knowing I would inevitably ruin it right away. Throwing on Quick Dry Top Coat to help everything solidify faster resolves that whole issue. Never knew what I was missing. And how silly and shallow are these people going around criticizing lip volume, what on earth. With your makeup looks, you could definitely rock a dark lipstick. Your hair would look great with a darker maroon shade like your shirt! It'd be very autumnal. 😊

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha yes that is absolutely a game changer! I'll definitely mention it in my favorite top coats video because it's super important. And thank you so much for your kind words and support :)

[@nda7154]

I took your advice a while back on the liquid latex 😉 And a lot of things, for that matter. Thanks for helping me learn when I started out! 😘

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha always happy to help Natasha!

[@amywallace1187]

You are so fun and you're rockin that red lip! forget the haters

[@vickihowe1286]

Great video. I love your info and how we can get it for less money. Thank you.

[@KelliMarissa]

I'm so happy you found it helpful'

[@holi6293]

Great video as always Marissa. Another reason to have a good black and white polish is that some neons needs a white under coat to reach their full potential, and a lot of glitters need a black under coat to look their best. Not really nail art, but still

[@KelliMarissa]

That's a great point!

[@leannschaffnit7376]

I LOVE your eyeshadow

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh gosh thank you!!

[@143katieb]

Good video I understood and knew all these tools BUT if I didn’t this would have been very appreciated 👍🏻😊

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha glad to be a refresher at least!

[@rosalinatovar4989]

Thank you so much for this! I'm gonna invest in these tools as I'm really trying to learn how to do my own nails. Can't wait for the black and white video because ugh the ones I have suck lol also you rock that red lipstick girl! Yas

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh I'm so glad you found this one helpful! More coming soon!

[@emma885]

I loved the insert of you demonstrating how to use a scotch tape dispenser lol. Much informational! 😂💖

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha! I figured I showed all the others 🤣💁🏻‍♀️

[@melanie315b]

I cant wait to see you favorite black and white nail polishes! 😄

[@KelliMarissa]

I can't wait to share them!

[@AliP1970]

If you start watching at all the different stores that carry drugstore brands (Walmart, Target, Meijer, etc, and the drugstores) are starting to put out their boxed gift sets with things like makeup brushes, makeup, nail sets, etc. I'm sure you get the point. IMO most of them are pretty good items. I used to replace my makeup brushes and hair care items that I needed after Christmas, when that stuff would all go on clearance. (but they are already heavily reduced prices, in case you don't want to wait). Last year, at Meijer - think Walmart Supercenter - when the items hit 75% off I bought this cute LA Colors 'Sophisticated Mani' set that came with 5 mini polishes, 1 glitter, 1 base/top coat, 8 foil strips, 75 tiny gems and tweezers. It said it was a $20 value, originally sold for $5, but I got it for under $2. Sorry, I know that was a WHOLE LOT of words to say that if you look now you'd probably find a great selection of those types of sets, but if you're like me I'll be looking now and buying what they have after Christmas. I'm really sorry for being long winded. 💜

[@KelliMarissa]

It's so great that nail art kits are easily accessible now! They used to be so hard to find, when I first started, I could only get stuff online and for so expensive!

[@ronneesuescott9495]

This was one of my favorite videos! I use all the nail 💅 tools you talked about in your video. My dotting tools are probably my favorite, as they are so easy to use, and make perfect dots in all sizes. My next favorite are my black and white 💅 nail polishes. OMG I just bought a new bottle of black polish, and it fell and broke all over the floor, walls, my door. What a mess that was to clean up! I think your 💋 lips are beautiful just as they are. Don't listen to people who make stupid comments. I also think you look great in all lip colors, however, I'm really liking the darker color on you. You're an incredible makeup artist Kelli, so you look gorgeous in everything! Thx for a great video. Miss and love you lots!

[@KelliMarissa]

Oh yikes that must have been awful to sill all over haha! Hope you are doing well!!! Xoxoxo

[@darcycastrophoto]

With the neon colored nail polish if you put white first it makes it look brighter and black makes it darker.

[@cathysmith2451]

Great video, Kelli!! Believe it or not. I used to use colors pencil,water paints and markers as nail art(1978-1982). Today there are all kinds of things to use for nail art.

[@KelliMarissa]

Haha yes it improved every day!!

[@charitygoza5774]

Tools!! I have a few tools but I dont do a lot of nail art in general... Ily Kelli!!

[@KelliMarissa]

Ily too!