Nail Tip Application and Shaping Tutorial - Kirsty Meakin Archives #9

Hiya Ducks,
In this old ass video, I am gonna show you how I apply a nail tip. It's probably changed since then, but we've gotta give you some content while we sort our studio out.
Adam and I have been in there today, planning it all out, purchasing some stuff, doing some lighting tests, and playing with Adams cameras and my new vlog camera.
In a couple of weeks, we'll be ready to shoot and fingers crossed we'll show you some of the exciting things we've been working on for the past month.
Love Kirsty x
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[@V.I.C.]

Can we get a video of your recent nail room? Like a nail room tour so we can see all your nail stuff like nail art and stuff you got.. because I’m sure you have accumulated a lot of different brands and since this is your own channel you can finally show us all the other non Naio Nail stuff you got 😁 I would love a video like that 😁 thanks for sharing hun 😊😊

[@ShaafiaLatif]

I love that you go through everything in such depth and dont skip over small details. Its so helpful to just be reminded of the little things as well as picking up new tips and tricks :)

[@user-mx3jl9cf1x]

Yeah! Very helpful to follow up on every step. Thank you

[@laygal8991]

This channel NEEDS to blow up and exceed a million because they whole reason we all knew of naio nails Nd the FACE we imagine 8s KIRSTY MEAKIN.

[@BethSPOOKYBOO]

I absolutely love you, you inspired me to quit salons and start teaching myself to become the best DIY home nail artist I can be and now I already have multiple women wanting to come to me for sets! You might not see this but I just wanted to give you a shout out because you help me with every video I watch! Thanks for being you!

[@brandoni23]

She should have MILLIONS OF MILLIONS of followers! She has ASMR , teaches ppl how to do nails and more. She’s sweet, funny , smart and VERY TALENTED

[@dt8118]

Next year, when I finish my master’s, gonna do a nail course. This is what I love. You are one of the reasons and my biggest inspiration ❤️💜💖

[@smurfmonster]

I love that in the video you comment about the ballerina being the “in” shape to have at the moment “but if you’re watching this in 2020 it’s probably different by then, it’ll probably be space ship nails” I thought to myself WTF then I read the description saying that it’s an old video that you’re re posting whilst you get the studio done. I’m now DESPERATE to know when this video was FIRST released cos I’m nosey!!! 🤣

[@allisonhodge4576]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE that you knew you were going solo (assuming) “when the contract ended” this long ago!!!! Plenty of time to prepare and exactly like you have done made videos along the way that were just waiting to be released! Love from MN❤️

[@virginiastirnweis5214]

I love the “If you’re watching this in 2020 ballerina may not be the rage”. Ironically we are barely into 2021 and ballerina is still popular.

[@deborahdandrea748]

That was great! lol

[@jillyoconnor5922]

Ballerina or coffin are so flattering.

[@Ellie-nl8jh]

“If you’re watching this in 2020” then Covid “no nails” is all the rage !

[@katelynmmcb]

Nah it’s all about square

[@Steff.C]

I’m loving all theses videos!! Can’t wait to see your new studio! x

[@karenorsi4109]

Hey. I am always so intrigued with the detail of you teaching. You are truly fab. Can’t wait til we see new studio, products and more artistry on nails. Missed ya, glad you are back xx

[@nancysnider5348]

You are a gifted teacher. Totally enjoy your detail to each step while keeping it in easy to understand concepts. Love, love, love your updated channel.

[@SaxenaAruna]

Oh my goodness thank you!!!! Started watching on Facebook long to ago and I love your videos!!! I always look forward to your posts ❤️

[@dorapavlou9353]

Can't wait! Good luck guys!!!

[@heatherlarsen3268]

Good to see you back! Honestly I love that you're on your own channel now 💜💙💚

[@Denisejohn65NailEd]

I loved this video !

[@cherelsiimaubi2343]

Loving these archive videos but I can't wait to see the new content you have for us😍😍

[@debrashaunsimmons5719]

I love your videos and I love that tip on creating a c-curve. You are so talented thanks for sharing this video 💅🏾💞.

[@sharexoshowxo]

I hope to see more of your tutorials because they are really helpful to me. I'm so glad you're still doing videos on your own channel. I don't think Naio is doing videos at all. Thank you Kirsty for the years of inspiration and demo's you brought us. I am looking forward to more videos from you and Adam!!!❤😍👏👏👋💙❤💙❤

[@claudiabell116]

I love the vintage Kirsty videos!

[@CarriedAwayChannel]

I learn so much on this channel. Thanks!💗

[@glendonMom]

Love the "tips" and tricks! Thank you for the video 💜💅

[@harthouse4499]

Really looking forward to seeing your new content! 🤩🤩

[@mswifeycatlady7583]

Thank you so much for so many brilliant videos and tutorials 💐💐💖💖 learning to do my own, and hopefully my friends too.. your videos are invaluable 😍😍

[@meganjade5706]

Old video or not, I love detailed you are and now see the mistakes I’ve made with tips. I haven’t used anything but full cover tips or builder gel using forms because of these mistakes, and now I can’t wait to try tips again.

[@yanethjuarez2606]

Hola hermosa llevo bastante tiempo preocupada pense que ya no hacías videos, pero afortunadamente te volví a encontrar millones de gracias por compartir tu talento eres una gran inspiración.

[@TheCupofthea]

I am glad you showed this video because I was just thinking then I ha e to try tips.. Thank you ❤️

[@Satuk24]

Your work is always amazing... I can't stop watching ur videos

[@KirstyMeakin]

Thank you so much 😀x

[@zenaidalacolocha]

You’re so beautiful and I love hearing you explain the process.

[@sandramitchell4031]

Very helpful. Loved it.

[@davidsueellen8718]

Great video💅luckily I don't have any trouble putting on tips on my 💅but really enjoy watching all of your tutorials. Thanks K & A 😻 Sue Ellen from WV🇺🇸

[@rubyreyes5992]

Thanks beautiful 🤩 I need to practice usually I don’t use tips but I start with to used them

[@katrinaschmidt7405]

Thanks for the great tips!!

[@nails1898]

Love your tutorial"s 💅💯❤️

[@ninakareem386]

Oh my god that help me so much thank you for your lesson I learned so much today I love you

[@mariatrombley8630]

Thank you for this wonderful video!! I’m just now starting to try out nail tips. I’ve always sculpted the tips, and used only hard gels. I think it’s a good time to start something new!! I am also starting to use acrylic and besides my bf complaining about the smell, I am LOVING IT!! I don’t think I would have tried acrylic if I hadn’t come across your videos and how you break it down and make it easier to understand!! Thank you so much!!!

[@KirstyMeakin]

You are so welcome!

[@mariatrombley8630]

I do have a question about the regular abs tips and the “gel” tips, do they both have the same smell when you file them? I find the regular abs tips have an almost skunky smell... maybe it’s just me lol. Just thought you might know. Thank you so much for your time!!

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

"What can I think of that I can measure?" Lmao! I know where your mind went on that one! 😂😂 Love your hair here btw. It's so cute!

[@KirstyMeakin]

Right!! 😁😜

[@rhondaarmstrong1405]

Great video!

[@rosemiller2511]

I need to practice this, I don't usually use tips but I want to practice with some polygel.

[@strawhat6363]

Omg same!😦

[@jacquelinedimattia774]

Thanks for sharing this detailed video 💖

[@KirstyMeakin]

You are so welcome!

[@natalieforwood2651]

Love Your Mohawlk braid.

[@DeliasNailStudio]

I can’t wait for more videos.. I hope we get to see Fay soon..

[@alexislichtenberger898]

Awesome advice, thank you!! Can you share what brand of tips the clear ones are, or something equivalent? I really like that they can be molded and shaped so easily. Thank you 🥰

[@kathytarman2302]

Great video thank you

[@sheadorris]

Thank you 💖

[@angelamower6264]

What do you do about, to fix, and prevent when the natural nail is pulling away or lifting from the nail tip or acrylic extension on the free edge?

[@donnaluy8464]

Hi where do you buy your tips? Can you put the link? Thanks!:)

[@13alir]

Love your video's, I'm not a nail tech but enjoy the banter between you n Adam, plus your a fantastic teacher and artist. So , have you split from naio or are you doing both xx

[@justbeautifulnails]

Kirsty I love your hair and want mine like that it’s beautiful x

[@KirstyMeakin]

thank you x

[@justbeautifulnails]

@@KirstyMeakin thank you for all the helpful tips tricks and educational videos also have a fab Easter 🐣

[@nicoleadhaya6984]

Hey I love your lesson I wish to meet you one day today have learned something I have never known

[@pandoramuse57nails78]

Thank your tips on putting tips on.

[@vickythinks6749]

I can't wait untill you start doing fays new sets on here 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 and your own as well!! I just cannot wait!!

[@KirstyMeakin]

Very soon!

[@vickythinks6749]

@@KirstyMeakin i hope so 😁🥰🥰🥰💖

[@bewitching2u475]

Is Fay with Naoi or did she move with kirsty?

[@timothyho95]

How do you glue on a nail tip on a nail bed that is growing downwards but you want to keep it straight? What do you do about the gap between the nail tip and the natural nails, since the tip will be angled up?

[@fantastictoad8853]

I bought a few different nail tip sets when I was acquiring some nail supplies, and found that the largest sized tip, 0, is still just a bit too small for my thumb nails. My thumbs nails are flat and curve a bit on the sides, instead of having a "C" curve. They are also wide, compared to the majority of options out there. If they made or had a size "00" I think that would fit perfectly, like the size "0" is just one size too small. Like you said, "Never go to small." Do you have any suggestions for people who have slightly wider nailbeds compared to the norm? Does anyone make nail tips one larger than size "0"?

[@ameliawhitlowd8265]

@Kirsty Meakin Would anyone have a clue for knowing what polish Kirsty is wearing here? So gorgeous!

[@user-sv5wf8bl2v]

Thank you for adding the Japanese translation!

[@brendabeston65]

I am so glad you did this video. Question 🙋🏻‍♀️. Can you train a flat nail bed to have a more curved shape by pinching it the way you demonstrated.

[@carmenmfscmf]

If you do it after having applied acrylics/polygel/builder gel, of course you can. After a year of doing acrylics and pinching them, my nails have developed more of a c-curve even. Don’t ever pinch on just bare natural nails, it’s too harsh for them and you may cause permanent damage.

[@rosalamboy2407]

Ty

[@maryensmith3014]

🥰🥰🥰

[@heathermacfadgen6369]

Hi Kirsty 🌺💕 I'm dying to see you do a new gorgeous colorful set of nails on Fay.. PLEASE 💯🔥💅💖💋

[@v9mpire651]

Should do a video about learning how to properly putting a tip on a crooked finger and mail at the same time, I had nail techs do my nails and they always followed the way my one crooked finger was angled and I HATED it. Should the be straight down? Or followed down with the crooked finger?

[@shelleysnailparlour2392]

You should always have the nail corrected to be in line with the bone at the base of your finger. No matter how crooked the nail or fingertip, following the above method will always create a beautiful straight nail. I thank Kirsty Meakin for this information as not many actually teach this. Xxx

[@gaaraforver13]

Can you do a video on drill bits and what rpm they should be used at? Ive seen a few but they arent very in depth.

[@KirstyMeakin]

Good idea

[@MsLolaTaylor]

@@KirstyMeakin please do🥺🥺🥺

[@LovePrettyNailsLady-Jay80]

If we're watching this video in 2020????? Then for sure its star trek. Going back in time

[@AdamBouabda]

How did we know?!

[@ella_cinder4361]

Is there a way to pinch a clear tip where there is no white line in the middle? If you warm it up maybe?

[@mandymileham2414]

Can you apply gel polish over this type of tip? I am trying to learn to do my nails at home.

[@bonnienash7397]

💘 this!! ✨Do you ever do gel extension nails !? I enjoy watching every ☝️ of your vids!!! u make it fun & r so creative& perfect !! 💯💕😻 p.s. I❤️ your hair-do!!!

[@raya74]

I like your hair kirsty

[@dreaaa818]

I think my neck cracked 🤣 8:27

[@janinew233]

You are such a breath fresh air. You've got such a lovely bubbly personality. I would love to come to you to get my nails done obviously after lockdown. Are you in Stoke on trent or Middlesbrough? X

[@KirstyMeakin]

I'm in Stoke, but Adam is in Hartlepool.

[@janinew233]

@@KirstyMeakin oh that's great. I'm in Derbyshire so not too far x

[@vickythinks6749]

I do the same to the sides of my nails as well when i dont have them done.. I start to chew on the sides.. idk why.. maybe anxious or anxiety???

[@eileahc]

Same!!! That’s why I always have nails on!! I’m glad I’m not alone. 💓

[@amysuewest3826]

I decided to watch this AFTER I applied my nail tip 🤦‍♀️

[@caitlinorozco6495]

I’m in the US do you know where I can purchase these tips or similar? Shape and ability to pinch and mold? Maybe online?

[@wendykerkvliet7957]

Where can i buy the tips?

[@patriciagallacher6741]

It's actually virgin tips people should look out for as in plastic that hasn't been recycled, the more the plastic or nail tips have been melted down and recycled the weaker that they get. Great video thanks Kirsty and Adam!

[@yaryglz]

So u don't have to completely file the tip to put the acrylic?

[@helgamuller8046]

What to do if you cant find the tight size tip for your nail

[@KirstyMeakin]

Hi Helga the only solution Is to reshape/resize the tip to make it fit your nail. please see attachment as a guidance kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKq6iId7nLZrf9U thanks Aimee

[@designerchic63]

Where did you buy your tips from?

[@kellynaz9256]

Youre so beautiful 🥺

[@ladytt8577]

I asked my nail masters a few yesrs ago is this correct and possibke ,and they ali told me Dont do that. For many things they they were unhelpfull snd send me to wrong way. I decided to do this a few months ago and I felt very happy. Now I more happy as I see here this Is a right way .

[@katzz22lunnz23]

I'm a beginner and have been looking for a product that I can use instead of the cheap ones I bought from wish so I've decided to use naio nails so thankyou, once I'm good enough I will have a KZbin channel

[@titch_can_i_nail_it3847]

So how do u do a nail that straight on the edge, it won't go into the divit?

[@titch_can_i_nail_it3847]

Also kirsty I have some tips that are extremely C curved at the tip too which makes it hard to apply them, to a finger that hasn't got much curvage or is a straight edge nail, I'm really struggling to find a great tip to use. Please help.

[@ryanjackson289]

Hi Ryan's mam Sam here... I love the tip about cutting the sides to shape it because I'm always worried that when I'm filing to get the shape it will ping off so thank you for this 👍👍 and when are we gonna get some new videos lm loving these old ones but I want some of your brilliant nail art 😃😃😘😘

[@KirstyMeakin]

You are so welcome!

[@chachisama]

Which size do we choose when we are between two ? The bigger or the smaller ?

[@KirstyMeakin]

Bigger then file down

[@chachisama]

@@KirstyMeakin thank you ! ❤️

[@sharonhumphries2764]

Where do you get your tips from?x

[@charmaineriet4091]

Hi should, the nail be short when doing a tip application

[@OfficialLadyDarkSky]

Kristy help i am having transfer foil issues! 60 minute cure then i go to put the transfer foil on and ugh sometimes it works sometimes it doesn't what am i doing wrong?

[@KirstyMeakin]

Try 60 seconds cure instead 😜or maybe a bit less

[@OfficialLadyDarkSky]

@@KirstyMeakin its the apre's transfer foil gel, have you ever used it? omg i ment 60 seconds D: not minutes my lamp is a 120watt only does 1 minute 20 seconds lol for the most and has the 20 30 and 60 seconds on it.

[@KirstyMeakin]

Iv not used the Aprē one . Did you ask them . It’s strange that it’s not working

[@OfficialLadyDarkSky]

@@KirstyMeakin i did and they said the 60 second cute and that it does take a learning curve to use it or maybe i am not putting enough on the nail since it has a sticky layer when it is cured. is it possible kristy to do a how to of nail foils please.

[@yasssgawwwd5643]

There’s gel tips now that don’t bend causing the plastic to turn white like plastic does because the gel makeup.

[@autumn7ful]

I put my tips on with acrylic

[@bewitching2u475]

You mean like instead of glue? Does it hold well? Never heard of it before but sounds interesting. I may try it.

[@tiachandler5350]

Lol watching it in 2021

[@martineleygue2316]

bravo super magnifique gros bisous Martine 👍👍👍👏👏👏💅💅💅❤👄😙🇫🇷🇫🇷

[@Beckyib.]

Miss this face 🥰

[@francerioux5219]

Do you prefer doing tips or forms?

[@Coloring_with_Kendra]

Can you please, please go in more details of the different shapes like Russian almond? I have watched videos and they skip through or go way to fast to understand. Thank you!

[@rebeccakimber4806]

How do tell good quality to poor?

[@taylorbarry1056]

I’m honestly searching for help asap! Frfr😮 trying to achieve, hella pretty a** c-curve look that gets completely lost when using silk wraps or fiberglass wraps without using a clip while drying!💅🏼🤷🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️ anyone know of a at home way to diy making a clip for c-curve silk nail wraps ???appreciate/congratulate/all💛no hate💋😘Ty

[@charsugden22]

What tips do you use?

[@heatherm.pederson1123]

Hahahaha you said 2020! Not spaceship nails, it’s the Corona nail! 🤣🤣

[@KirstyMeakin]

Oh don't we all wish we were on a spaceship instead of here at the moment.

[@sarahleroi4516]

1 2 3 couture press on nails Kirstie meakin

[@sadiepeterson1756]

To funny its 2021 and that shape is still very popular but sqaures and extreme shapes are becoming more so. But ya still super big.

[@alexandratheodora2650]

hi 😍😍

[@KirstyMeakin]

Hello 😊