Polygel Tips: Do this, Not that- 10 Helpful tips for beginners

[@whitneyp1317]

Tip 1 - Choose soak off or file off polygel. Soak off is best for beginners. File off requires electric nail file. The tube shows what type of polygel it is. Tip 2 - Use 50/70% Alcohol. Avoid higher percentages Tip 3 - Avoid using acetone when doing polygel. This removes everything Tip 4 - use something lint free to remove excess alcohol from brush (recommended makeup sponge) Tip 5 - Get a good base coat. This keeps polygel and nail together. (Recommended Kodi rubber based gel) Tip 6 - Use a softer grit file with more gel based polygel to avoid scratches. Use harder grit files for more acrylic based polygel. Higher file number means softer file. Tip 7 - When finished with polygel tube, squeeze air out to reduce air bubbles. Squeeze tube until polygel comes to the top then cover tube. Tip 8 - Toothpaste key can be used as a cheaper alternative to polygel key. This also keeps less air in the container. Tip 9 - As a beginner it is best to flash cure individual nails for 10 seconds to avoid messing up work. When finished, cure all nails for full 60 seconds. Tip 10 - Explore different cheaper options for second layer to polygel such as gel or acrylic to avoid spending too much Extra tip - Store excess Polygel in opaque container to avoid waste. Scrape off surface with brush.

[@NailedbyNikki]

Dope

[@keishaoliviab]

Nailed by Nikki If I have on acrylic nails am I able to do a fill with polygel?

[@tracywright6934]

Thank you your video help me thank you

[@lisapinkney4748]

I really enjoy this. I’m new at this I was doing all ten WRONG🥴

[@inolvidable.]

Thanks. Good summary.

[@valeriemerids4114]

I watch about ten polygel videos a day. And this, this one right here.... is the number one polygel video on the internet. Periodt

[@NailedbyNikki]

#period 😍😍😍😛😙

[@valeriemerids4114]

Nailed by Nikki Absolutely must explain something to you right now. Today. July 18-19 to be precise, I have been in a grumpy and down mood all day. To be honest, this is very rare for me so I had no clue what was going on as there seems to be nothing I can think of that would cause that as I’m typically in high spirits most the time. So to offset whatever I’ve been going through today I started watching polygel videos. I honestly watch more nail videos then actually trying any of these tutorials on my nails. I have grown a love for polygel as my very first nail obsession at age 34. Yep. My younger years may have seen me a maximum of 15 times at a nail salon. Tried 3 or 4 kiss homekits which always ended with them miraculously popping off 4 hours of messy work by the next day and the kits would relay rest to rot under the bathroom sink until next Spring cleaning. Now, I have become a huge fan of LongHairPrettyNails page and watch her videos mainly, and if my feed suggests a video that has a cool design as the thumbnail, then I watch those. But on to you, it recommended your ten polygel tips video. I honestly expected you to say things like... use a good lamp, cure for 60 seconds or more, don’t use too much or too little, wipe the sides, don’t forget base coat. No. Every tip you gave was essential and a game changer. I saved the video and considered that I would try those out with my cheap wish polygels that I wanted to master before purchasing the big boys on amazon. I looked down at my sad current set, currently missing the right index finger because I’ve at least gotten it down to were only 1-3 will pop off during the first week. However, I’m still grumpy, lying down, stuffing my face with snacks. I start going through your videos, trying to focus more on polygel as I am totally intimidated by acrylic and gels but managed to catch a few of those two. By the 8th video I watched, I purchased both a markartt color changing kit, and another big name glitter kit on amazon, popped off the rest of the 9 sad nails I had, and am up at 4 in the morning with a background noise Netflix show on, prepping my nails when I see your notifications liking my comment. I am not completely out of the dark cloud today but your videos inspired me to get up and move and that was more then I would have done without it. And the reason for that is, aside from your lovely uplifting attitude and demeanor, you have something nonnnneeee of these other channels have, in my opinion. And that’s actual teaching ability. There have ALLWAYS BEEN SOMETHING MISSING in these nail tutorials as well as the makeup ones in that matter, and I feel like they are always talking to intermediate nail techs or makeup artist. However, watching your videos made me feel, and perhaps a bit overzealous here, that my next set is going to scream “Professional Celebrity Nail Set”. And so for that. I thank you. I have probably only ever comments on 10 videos ever. And I’ve never said more than 5?sentences. But I felt the need to truly say, monetization and fun aside, you are helping people on a deeper level you may not know about. And why you aren’t plastered on the front page of KZbin is the only crime here. - with love, Valerie. ❤️

[@NailedbyNikki]

It's 453am right now. STILL HAVEN'T BEEN TO SLEEP YET 😱. I'm tired but read every word. I am so touched (to say the least) that you feel that way and I appreciate you actually saying it 💯

[@Ari-fp2oy]

Same

[@ellavira5772]

You’re so right!! New fan of Nikki ❤️❤️

[@Rumle88]

Polygel tip: when seeming empty cut open the tube and scrape out the rest into a container. Sometimes you can save ALOT. Great tips gorgeous! Love your videos

[@NailedbyNikki]

Great idea!👍🏽

[@reginathomas5172]

I’ve ordered a set of 4 toothpaste squeezers. They will fit on the tubes and push up/ roll tube to maximize. I’m going to put some bling on mine.

[@michelleryan1567]

@@NailedbyNikki heard in the past that if you let your nails dry at least one hour after getting them wet

[@michelleryan1567]

@@reginathomas5172 great idea to Regina

[@SR-cx5vg]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ElvieeM]

Best pro tip vid still in 2023!! The personality was a bonus! Thanks hun!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@batgirlp5561]

I feel like a pro bc I've watched so many polygel videos. Meanwhile, I'm still waiting for my kit in mail haha

[@NailedbyNikki]

You a pro even before you started practicing?! 😆 LMAOOOOO BTW 🤔 What kit did you order?

[@sprinklesomekei8585]

Same lol

[@parmeetmultani5004]

sameeee mine should b hereee soon doeee I’m hype 😭buh watch me mess it up 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@parmeetmultani5004]

like i always find a way 🤣😑

[@kenleyfairhurst8001]

Omg this is sooo relatable

[@SERD52]

I just found you today. You are totally responsible for my awesome polygel nails. Love your personality!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

🥰 thank you

[@diannejones-burgess6580]

Thank You and to You likewise. You are very generous, kind, and knowledgeable. I Thank You for being who you are🌹🌹🌹🥰

[@melissabecker8115]

You are awesome

[@graceh8866]

Thank you for giving this tip tutorial. I m getting ready to invest in poly gel, so thank you. What. soak off gel would you recommend? Thanks again 💕💕💕

[@jakaveyarhone2979]

Right 😂😂😂😂 I’m so excited 😆 ☺️which one did you get ? I am ordering the Beetles poly gel kit

[@rayne603]

I subscribed. You’re an “excellent” instructor”. I believe you go all the way back in your memory to every mistake you made. Then you share the correct way. You’re clear and concise. You clearly go from A to Z. You’re not ambiguous. You leave no room for misinterpretation. You share unselfishly. You don’t hold back anything. You’re a wonderful person. Thank you.😊😊😊😊

[@NailedbyNikki]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH💖

[@True_Joker]

Right! I'm legit gonna go thru all her videos now. I don't do nails professionally, but i have all the stuff, I think. I used to do my own for years and quit but have a teenage daughter who wants me to do hers. I'm slow cuz it's been a long time.. holy hell.. relearning seems harder than the first bit and now all this new stuff. Wish i had seen her videos when i picked this crap back up a couple of years ago

[@kimber123456ify]

Girl, you are heaven sent. I'm trying poly gel for the first time. I'm so relieved I came across your videos. I've only done acrylic. This is all new to me!

[@rebeccavernon8330]

I am 50 yrs old and have watched a lot of nail videos and you are by far the most entertaining, I just love watching you and you are the first one I have ever saved, thank you for making me laugh and giving the best advice. 😍

[@Peggy...Lyman1]

I love you! I'm 61 and started doing nails again. I did fiberglass 20 years ago. I'm so trying this!

[@dorisevans79]

Girl I love you!! You are so darn funny, and REAL. I just purchased a poly gel professional kit, tried it on one hand and need I say more? I plan on watching EVERY video you do. I am going to learn a lot from you. My profession is a registered nurse, retired. A total nail dummy. Thanks for the videos. Doris

[@NailedbyNikki]

I am an ARNP / DNP (NURSE SISTERS IN THE HOUSE!) LOL Here are more polygel videos for ya •POLYGEL | FULL COVER TIPS | ACRYLIC kzbin.info/www/bejne/rICuiHSZjrB2bdE •POLYGEL ON FULL COVER TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHnVe6yfrtJnlck •POLYGEL WITH DUAL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJW4e6Nuq8ySoNk •POLYGEL ON NAIL TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYWzZIp9rtOaq8U •POLYGEL ON PAPER NAIL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJabi3tmbdqjg5o •Polygel Tips & Tricks [PLAYLIST] kzbin.info/aero/PLLuFCIHCmBz9FtENY9MH_ObxwyPBE_VHd

[@Bailster]

I have a tip!!! If you do the dual form method, use nail forms ALSO before you press on your dual forms. Then when it comes time to “pop”, you will have little or NO filing to do to shape or smooth out the underside of your tips! It’s kind of amazing. ☺️

[@NailedbyNikki]

I'll have to try that😉

[@luiperez2298]

Thanks for this great tip😉

[@nga981]

Ill try that i had alot of issues underneath the dual form nails

[@ItsMe-hb2fw]

Another option is to use a nail form with the dual form. You can get a deeper C curve with it as well and not need a clip.

[@bigfamily5412]

@@ItsMe-hb2fw That's what she said, hun!

[@MTLBIKERCHIK]

Tip I use: when I get to the end of the tube, to get all the product out, I put half the tube (the bottom part,) in a glass with warm tap water. It softens it and you can squeeze it out. Love your videos, thank you :)

[@NailedbyNikki]

Great tip

[@STACIA911]

found your channel today, viewed for the "tips" and stayed for the laughs.. Honey, you made my whole day so much better-THANK YOU!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

🥰

[@jbmaitre5758]

NIKKI!!!!!! I am 4 years late - I am a beginner so I have been watching videos before I start, you are hilarious, and I truly appreciate these tips you have given they are all very helpful thank you ever so much xxx

[@NailedbyNikki]

😉💯🧚🏽‍♀️💞🥰

[@anabellehunceker9707]

I love how animated Nikki gets while explaining the process! Keeps me interested and makes it easier to remember. Thank you for all the tips!

[@denagustafson6070]

Comedy AND nail expertise all in one video! Gotta love this funny and knowledgeable lady! 💗 I keep editing this comment because of the gems in this video. How do you not have 6 million subscribers, Nikki?! You’re an absolute genius!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Thank you so much 💓

[@mistylesley8897]

I've never laughed so hard at a damn nail tutorial. You crack me up! xoxo

[@oprahholder3669]

😂😂

[@NailedbyNikki]

Lol

[@samndeeolney5665]

I like your style thank you for your funliest information-gel blahblahb luh stuff,you are fun to listen to. "Lemme piggyback on that"?hilarious.

[@pahohlah6263]

New to poly gel and out of the many many many many videos I have seen this video is hands down the BEST!!! I love your honesty, realness, humor, and rawness.... Sis you are awesome!!! Thanks for all these tips 🙏

[@NailedbyNikki]

Thank you so much. Here are more polygel videos 😘😘 •POLYGEL | FULL COVER TIPS | ACRYLIC kzbin.info/www/bejne/rICuiHSZjrB2bdE •POLYGEL ON FULL COVER TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHnVe6yfrtJnlck •POLYGEL WITH DUAL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJW4e6Nuq8ySoNk •POLYGEL ON NAIL TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYWzZIp9rtOaq8U •POLYGEL ON PAPER NAIL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJabi3tmbdqjg5o

[@zarilla]

Most real and honest video out there. No glossing over the truth. Nikki is wonderful!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

😉

[@sanneeew]

I love how open, enthousiastic and positive you are!

[@NailedbyNikki]

thank you😘😘

[@annajones8562]

Thank you for this! I'm a DIY nail hobbyist trying polygel for the first time. I heard your tip #1 and realized I had just ordered file off polygel instead of soak off. Hit pause and immediately changed my order lol. I didnt even think to look for this, you saved me a lot of trouble and discouragement. I love your videos and information!

[@dianetempleton8707]

Just found you. Perfect timing as I sit here waiting for amazon to deliver my poly gel kit. I think you’re my new favorite nail channel. Love your personality and energy. Thanks so much. As a newbie to poly gel I learned a lot I hadn’t heard. Subscribed and on to watch your previous videos.

[@NailedbyNikki]

Well hello 🙋🏽‍♀️ Thanks for joining me and good luck on your new nail obsession (yes it will become an obsession... trust me 🤭)

[@barbaramatthews4735]

I've been watching polygel videos on KZbin for a week. Yours is the only one I saved to favorites. So much good info, I know I'll have to come back.

[@NailedbyNikki]

You are so welcome

[@camihau9817]

Me making many mistakes before included in this video now I learned very much ty.

[@simmbreeder01]

For Tip#11: Use a contact lens case for the poly gel mistake. It’s opaque, and small, so less air to dry it out 😊 Awesome tips, thank you! I’m doing research before getting started, and your tips and personality are terrific!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Perfect 🥰 that was so smart

[@tinataylor4203]

Oooooo thanks for that tip

[@ilovechappellroan4ever]

you honestly radiate such a soft energy i'm so glad i found this channel 🥺

[@NailedbyNikki]

😉💯

[@uniquecervantes581]

This was so helpful!! I’m trying to watch as many videos as I can before I try poly gel ! & Thank u 😂😂

[@NailedbyNikki]

Once you try a set send me pics on my IG

[@chiarapeterson7141]

I’m trying to do some research before I start aswell

[@lanibanana3245]

Same tho

[@babyqueen2030]

Me too! Times are hard with no salons open.

[@naeemaempressofcreation]

Right im watching a lot while im waiting for my polygel kit to come im super excited i cant wait

[@twila9059]

Ok I know this video is older. But girl you a WHOLE ASS vibe! Seriously gave me a serotonin boost. Couldn’t help but smile while watching! ❤️

[@ginadoell6569]

Thanks for the tips! I'm a newbie & all 11 tips came in handy & saved me! No one else out there has a great list of tips as useful as yours.

[@NailedbyNikki]

You are so welcome!

[@denisebrady6294]

Hey Darlin' I have to give you a shout out to say Thank you bunches. Frankly, I'm old enough to be your ever lovin' Grandma. I've done my own acrylic nails for oh about 50 years! Yeah huh! But I am a babe-in-the-woods about all things poly gel. Ya know that with age should come at least a teeny bit of wyzdom I happen to have enough to seek out those who have gone before me. Listen to their experiences and learn how to and "ooh no! Don't choo do THAT"! Before even purchasing the products I think I want to start with. Soo, this ol' broad thanks you for choosing to share with all of us the wisdom you have gathered.

[@NailedbyNikki]

You are so welcome

[@jessicaW21]

I’m so glad I find you!!! I just ordered the Makartt poly gel kit, uv lamp, drill, bling you name it 😂 I just woke up one day and said I’m doing nails now 🤦🏾‍♀️ no more hair.. and to get these tips is going to save me from being frustrated!

[@NailedbyNikki]

🥰✌🏽 YOU GOT THIS SIS!

[@sophiasnowman133]

Omg I did the exact same thing!!

[@michelleryan1567]

I feel the same way I'm 55 years old I got tired of spending $45 a whack each time I go to remove the nail gel that I'm halfway peeled off already is bad I know that manicure was not included in this, both my mother and I at the same time are so connected that we both started doing this at the same time and didn't know about it. That's where you can save the tree doesn't fall far off of the Apple LOL I've been close to $400 and I have not yet set my own polygel on my hair without ripping apart my nails live and learn

[@mikao2041]

@@sophiasnowman133 same lol

[@katebowes1]

Omg same!!! I could of wrote this comment it’s so the same 😂

[@helynoftroy2488]

What a nice personality! Seeing her for the first time n she seems really sweet and nice!!! Thanks girl! Merry Xmas!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Thank you! You too!

[@elizabethmarroquin8286]

This has been the most informational video I have found in YT on poly nails. You make listening so much fun. God bless you!!

[@joanne.creech]

This has to be one of the best and most informative videos!! Thank you!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

💥 you're welcome 😊

[@melyvalencia3463]

I’ve been curious about polygel and I came across one of your videos, I purchased the kit you were using and now I’m binge watching all your videos !!! I’m so glad I watched this video ! So informative! And you have a great voice and such a fun personality!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Well thanks love! I hope you have a great nail journey 😘

[@nicolel.9633]

Wow this is almost a year ago and I'm just starting on polygel. I haven't receive my one yet and I'm super glad I came across your channel. Thank you for your help and I hope you have more videos like this.

[@NailedbyNikki]

Ooooh you've been bitten by the nail bug🤭😉 it's fun and easy

[@bambam2923]

same here, just found out when I saw the ad in my FB, ..thank goodness I found Nikki.

[@NailedbyNikki]

Aaaaawwww

[@ezclean7022]

Heyyy u thought u were late im SUPER LATE haha... Hows the polygel journey? 😊 What is the channel u learned the most from if you dont mind??

[@Kennie-G]

So glad I found you. When you showed the acetone and said no I fell out 😂 You broke this all 👏🏾 the👏🏾 way👏🏾 down. New subscriber 😁

[@NailedbyNikki]

😂

[@ourcrazyfamily1304]

Girl! Your so smart! Found solutions for common problems a lot of people wouldnt have even thought about! You go girl!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@jillianthomas7933]

GIRL!!! THANK YOU!!!!!! I can honestly say that this has been THE most helpful video! I did t know ANY of these! New fan! Thanks again! Keep putting them out there!

[@NailedbyNikki]

🥰😍 thanks for watching 👀

[@Lifeisbeautiful-d9l]

You are my new bestie nail tech. I'm an old head tech('96). Thanks for this series, very detailed. I'm loving poly gel. Cant wait to offer it to my clients.

[@NailedbyNikki]

🙋🏽‍♀️Hiiii Thanks for joing my journey 💅🏾

[@ashleighclark9057]

So I'm new to polygel, and came across this video. Girl, could we just sit and talk for hrs. You seem like a blast and someone so easy to carry good conversation with. Lol 😂 Loving your vibe. ❤️ Thank you for the tips!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Thanks love! Here's more POLYGEL videos 😍 •POLYGEL ON FULL COVER TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHnVe6yfrtJnlck •POLYGEL WITH DUAL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJW4e6Nuq8ySoNk •POLYGEL ON NAIL TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYWzZIp9rtOaq8U •POLYGEL ON PAPER NAIL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJabi3tmbdqjg5o •Polygel Tips & Tricks playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLLuFCIHCmBz9FtENY9MH_ObxwyPBE_VHd

[@peppert718]

If I had only found you before I put my first polygel set on I could have saved myself so much wasted product & fristration!!! I watched at least 20 tutorials and none of them helped me as much as you!!! Thank you!!!🙌❤

[@NailedbyNikki]

😍😉 you're welcome

[@stephaniewashere9821]

You need to sign up for Saturday Night Live. Great humor. Beautiful inside and out. Take care of yourself in this pandemic mess. 💎💎💎

[@NailedbyNikki]

Lol 😆 I wish!

[@TrinitiJAsmr]

Thanks so much for all the tips! So helpful!

[@akishafrazao1431]

Another tip is you can put a nail forms on. If you choose to put a nail form on and use Dual forms, you will have a nice smooth underneath. This works great for a lot of beginner. Like this if it’s helpful😊

[@catferreira5598]

Thanks for sharing!! I'm researching to figure out whether I can use this and I was precisely wondering why no one was using that - thought you couldn't! But my fine motor skills are a bit dodgy, so this is a relief! XD

[@TonyaA7]

Thanks for the tip. Im a beginner and man its not as easy as it looks. I been making them way to thick and they break off easy . Not sure exactly why they breaking easy except maybe way to thick, to much of the gel in the form ..

[@tiffanyhagarainbowladyunic1894]

Omg i love this woman, her energy is so awesome. I bet IRL shes exactly the way she is on screnn. You know the type the wslks into the room and fills the place with her energy and just lights the who room up. She is fantastic. Id love to have a friend like her. I bet shes the type where any and all her friends think she is her their best friend. Definitely need more women like her in the world!

[@NailedbyNikki]

OMG thank you soooooooo much!!! I am completely flattered. This made my day, best message to wake up to 😜🥰😉😘

[@melaniecrane617]

Got my kit, read the instructions it came with and was like "I got this" did about 3 nails and was like.....I do not have this lol. I watched the video and did a full set and they are so good! Now they aren't perfect but they are definitely a major improvement over my first attempt! Thank you for all these tips and tricks!

[@miccurtis6701]

When I got my kit almost a year ago, I did one nail and totally bombed!!! Packed the kit up to send back. Lol. Waited a couple days and decided I wasn’t gonna let it get the best of me! And I’ve been learning something new every time I do them. Love Polygel. So obsessed that my husband bought me the HUGE traveling trunk kit on wheels for all my stuff.

[@mariavillagonzalo]

the best polygel video on KZbin … super informative & not boring !

[@Reepicheepish]

You're great! Informational, beautiful, classy AND sassy. Thanks!

[@NailedbyNikki]

You're so welcome! Here are more polygel videos for ya •POLYGEL | FULL COVER TIPS | ACRYLIC kzbin.info/www/bejne/rICuiHSZjrB2bdE •POLYGEL ON FULL COVER TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHnVe6yfrtJnlck •POLYGEL WITH DUAL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJW4e6Nuq8ySoNk •POLYGEL ON NAIL TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYWzZIp9rtOaq8U •POLYGEL ON PAPER NAIL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJabi3tmbdqjg5o •Polygel Tips & Tricks [PLAYLIST] kzbin.info/aero/PLLuFCIHCmBz9FtENY9MH_ObxwyPBE_VHd

[@annabellee2703]

First off I just *love* your energy! And this video is SO helpful for me as I begin to think of ending my dip nail phase, and move into the polygel stage. Thank you for some great tips!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

I started out with dip too and still love it but polygel is easy to work with and has less steps 👍🏽😘

[@letsbreathetheair]

I really like your personality I feel like I’m at home with one of my friends Easy going + informative

[@NailedbyNikki]

🙋🏽‍♀️😉

[@vanessagilbert39]

Creolelady same!

[@wendyswift706]

Someone out there DOES need that tip/trick. These are great!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Thank you

[@bsienkart]

As a TOTAL beginner who hasn't even bought their own kit yet - this is the best vids I've seen so far! Thank you so for all these great tips!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@NailedbyNikki]

Here are more polygel videos love •POLYGEL | FULL COVER TIPS | ACRYLIC kzbin.info/www/bejne/rICuiHSZjrB2bdE •POLYGEL ON FULL COVER TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHnVe6yfrtJnlck •POLYGEL WITH DUAL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJW4e6Nuq8ySoNk •POLYGEL ON NAIL TIPS kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYWzZIp9rtOaq8U •POLYGEL ON PAPER NAIL FORMS kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJabi3tmbdqjg5o •Polygel Tips & Tricks [PLAYLIST] kzbin.info/aero/PLLuFCIHCmBz9FtENY9MH_ObxwyPBE_VHd

[@bsienkart]

@@NailedbyNikki Yes! Thank you!!!

[@ellavira5772]

I LOOOOVE Nikki. She’s so fun it’s like talking to your bestie about nails. Such great tips and tricks!!! Thank you Nikki! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jesshdz2]

i learned so much! i canceled my 99% alcohol so fast! luckily found 70% at walmart during this quarantine! i also ordered a poly gel kit that is soak off poly gel, but i did order a drill because so many videos said you needed one. glad you explained soak off and file off! i thought i needed to wait for my drill to come in, but no i’m excited to try the poly gel now! thanks for all the tips!!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Absolutely! Aaaaaawwwww so glad I can help

[@lillypeterson4614]

I am a beginner.... so I truly appreciate your tips, very helpful. I found myself smiling thru out the entire video, you are very entertaining. Thank you sweet girl!

[@NailedbyNikki]

😊😁

[@Lachickenlittle25]

I love your videos Never done polygel I’m an acrylic girl but seriously considering to switch to polygel and after watching and saving your videos I’m seriously gonna consider switching. Your so funny and real I just love your videos

[@NailedbyNikki]

🙋🏽‍♀️ Hiiiii! I love Polygel! Working w acrylic now that I'm in school but polygel is way easier

[@donelleashley]

I'm new to polygel and just found this older video today and your tips are still so relevant and awesome. I also love your positive attitude and personality. I've been browsing your other videos and you are so enjoyable to watch. You make this even more fun for a beginner. 💜💙Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@NailedbyNikki]

❤️🙏🏽💯 thanks 😊

[@lisagreene138]

Thank you Nikki! I am transitioning from acrylic to polygel, Your video is Awesome and I will be watching them all!

[@NailedbyNikki]

😘

[@bellgonzalez7053]

Hi Nikki I would like to Thank You So Much for this video..I wish I had seen it before I started ordering & buying nail products last month. It would have save me some $$

[@NailedbyNikki]

Absolutely hunni! #yourwelcome I DID THE SAME THING! just buying a whole bunch of unnecessary stuff bc I thought I needed it

[@kareny4287]

New subscriber here!!! This is the first video of yours I watched and girl let me tell you.... I'm gonna watch all your videos now.

[@NailedbyNikki]

Hi Karen! thanks for visiting me💞💖💞👍🏾💅🏿

[@debbiemoore8919]

Best TIPS I've seen anywhere!

[@NailedbyNikki]

well thank you

[@stephanied6711]

I agree

[@claudiathacker8832]

GIRL!! I just love you! You are so fun and have so much good info! From all the beginners : THANK YOU!

[@nmarria1]

I'm not sure if I want to try polygel tips or not but I couldn't stop watching your video! You are hilarious! Thanks for the tips!!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Lol lol

[@juliesnailroom8810]

You don’t know me but I just wanted to say thank you!!! This is the first nail video I ever watched and now I’m hooked I’m not very good with technology 😂 you were the first person I subscribed to and I wanted to thank you for sharing your journey and knowledge with people like me. And also thank you for the promo codes. I just picked up the flexi finger hand and thanks to you, I saved 10%. You do make a difference in this world and I’m always on the lookout for your videos. Your uplifting spirit is catching 😂 but seriously thank you. Have a great day!

[@NailedbyNikki]

Fantastic! ♥️😘 YOU ARE SO WELCOME

[@julialegendre-stewarttrinn4146]

Hi hi ...I just started using polygel....and I totally love it..actually haven't touched acrylic since......I love your tip about the various alcohol strengths, cosmetic sponges and the toothpaste keys (jjust ordered some of those 😉)....take care 👍👍

[@NailedbyNikki]

Aaaawwww your welcome hunni

[@dolphindiver72]

I just love her!! I have learned so much!

[@NailedbyNikki]

😘😘😘 thank you soooooooo much

[@ladonnamishellecook1719]

Bless you! I was getting ready to do my poly gel nails and did not know any of the above. I would have had a mess! because the other KZbin tutorials, I've watched failed to tell me any of the above. I just don't understand why somebody would want to steer you wrong and set you up for failure that's something I just don't comprehend. so I want to bless you today. for keeping it real. 💯 I have subscribed and will continue to watch and share! So with that being said I want to send you all the blessings I could give you today amen you are a blessing to me😇🤗

[@NailedbyNikki]

Well thank you so much! I appreciate that

[@NailedbyNikki]

Here is my polygel playlist 💯😉: kzbin.info/aero/PLLuFCIHCmBz8Obb8Y-CngPJnG9Bx3cJeZ

[@jacquelinewalsh147]

In these trying times, you are a breath of fresh air. Thank you SOO much.

[@NailedbyNikki]

❣

[@clarkeyz1969]

Thank you so much i never realised there were soak off or file off ... Yet been using polygels for over a year .. hi from the UK

[@Starshine1Stacey]

Great tips, thank you so much. 💜💜 my tip is ..... if the poly gel is soft and getting sticky, keep it in the fridge or a cool place and it will firm up a treat and be easier to apply. Xx 🤩😘

[@NailedbyNikki]

Great tip!

[@jordynrowe7122]

Heheh oh you’re the best ! You made me smile so many times in this tutorial and I learned so much ! Thanks sis ❤️

[@NailedbyNikki]

💯

[@chaplind1566]

I absolutely loved your video…your personality is awesome…I will be watching all your other ones and hopefully I can figure it all out…I really enjoyed it

[@lisapattie3173]

Thank you. I am a beginner and a older woman. I haven't bought anything yet because i'm still shopping around for.info and kits. By far your video"s have been the best i've seen. Thank you.

[@NailedbyNikki]

💯❤🥰

[@lindagrove1671]

Good point about poly gel. I assumed it was all soak off, so really I've been lucky many thanks

[@YaoiAndPockyLover]

I am watching all of these a few times before I even buy my polygel. Thank you 🤗

[@NailedbyNikki]

😘 well good luck on your polygel journey

[@celineperez5576]

Girl I just impulsively bought a kit of poly gel and I’m so glad I stumbled upon this video. I really was going to go in blind. 🤦‍♀️

[@kieletriplett7950]

girl sameeee 😂

[@maryhoward2660]

Just beginner here. Enjoyed watching your tips/tricks. Very entertaining and helpful. Thanks for taking the seriousness out and replacing that with fun.

[@carolinaogren6660]

You know...I watched this video and I just have to say, you were a gas to watch! I really enjoyed it Sis. It was seriously informing video and the funnest to watch. Thank you for every single tip and bonus tip. God Bless you, may your path be bright!

[@TM-fj4tr]

Hi Nikki, I’m new to your channel,and I must say I’m really impressed by your knowledge. I guess I will be viewing your prior and new videos. Thank you for sharing 😀 Happy Thanksgiving!

[@ginainspades8027]

Lol!! Scrape it up off the floor. So funny. I’m using the cosmetic wedges. A genius idea. Thanks!! I wish I’d had this video before I started cuz I’ve made all the mistakes too. I’m so thrilled with polygel! I’m using it as overlay at this point because try nails have grown way out with polygel on. Fills are fast and easy! Hugs!

[@NailedbyNikki]

OMG before I started doing Polygel I tried to find a video like this and there wasn't one (well I couldn't find it) so I just knew it was going to be something I did once I got the hang of it👍🏽... thanks for watching

[@stephaniemarquez7072]

I’m new here but I am loving your content. I don’t have much “me time” with college and working full time, so I’ve tried dip powder but I’m way too much of a perfectionist so I think I’m going to love the dual forms and polygel. I’m excited to try this stuff out, thanks girl! 💅👑

[@NailedbyNikki]

Well hello newbie.. thanks for joining me👑

[@teresasmith9453]

I've learned so much from you Nikki. I've watched so many video’s on this but you make such great sense.

[@holitavernier3999]

Gurl, I don't leave KZbin comments EVER but I have to let you know how amazing you are! You are so adorable and have given me so much great info! Can't thank you enough!

[@NailedbyNikki]

💯🥰❤

[@Babygirlnails]

Well duhhhh!!!! Haha Just kidding gal. Ya know I love you!! Girl, I am poly gel queen. I love me some PG. Non of my packages have said soak off for some reason. I file off all mine anyway cause it's faster. That makeup sponge is a great tip. I gotta start using those. Also, prep is the number one most important step. Prep must be done correctly or nothing works. It's the foundations of nail life.. Also try Gel Bottle Inc Rubber base. They have a sale for Black Friday. Ayy ayyy ayy...lol This was a GREAT VIDEO for learner's. Great job girl.

[@NailedbyNikki]

Love your channel! Lmao @ *well duhhhhhh* 😂😂😂 Let me tell ya that Kodi rubber base is my BFF! #loveit I can only imagine the Gel Bottle inc. Would be better! I will have to try it for sure!

[@Babygirlnails]

@@NailedbyNikki AWWW thanks sweetie. I gotta try that other base. Where do u get it??

[@NailedbyNikki]

Right from Amazon! They sell it on Aliexpress too, but then you have to wait 2 years...

[@julialegendre-stewarttrinn4146]

😃2 yrs

[@NailedbyNikki]

Lol

[@UrsulaQueenofTradesMims1234]

Wait I done used a whole three color set of Makarrt ploy gel trying to do my nails. This video helped me so much I am going to make sure I shout you out in my video I wish I found this video before I stated this set of nail thanks for the tips I sub girl I need the help

[@NailedbyNikki]

😊😌😉

[@Xoesspy]

Omg I am a beginner...Is Modelones polygel brand soak off?😳 I think I might've done a mistake...

[@Xoesspy]

@OHGURLBYE omg thanks! Cause honestly it actually took me 1 hour & a half to take them off 😭 now we know but I wish we knew before...atleast we learned something new 😅💞

[@Xoesspy]

@OHGURLBYE I will try that tomorrow! Ty girly

[@maritzazb4341]

Thanks for the tips, I'm new at doing my own nails and I wish I had found you sooner 😢. But from now on I'll be following you 😄👍 Godspeed ✝💃

[@NailedbyNikki]

🙋🏽‍♀️hiiiii doll

[@Duckpunch1234Redding-it4oy]

I'm an ex dental assistant and I'm so so excited to use the poly gel for nails now vs filling after filing ! I'm so grateful for ypu! Praise God!

[@melaniesmit7121]

Enjoyed watching you. You are so fun, it's like talking to a friend.... your tips are awesome. Thanks for the share.

[@NailedbyNikki]

You're welcome 😊

[@ksenior4513]

So glad there’s someone with a sense of humour go girl x

[@NailedbyNikki]

😘❤

[@stephanied6711]

I agree

[@thewitchef]

I know this video is a bit old now but this is exactly the type of instructions I was looking for as a beginner. So useful! I've seen a bunch of videos and the only thing I had learned from them was to cure individually. Amazing work, thanks so much!

[@NailedbyNikki]

You are so welcome! I just did a video on doing polygel with your non dominant hand. Check that out as well 😁

[@Tzaddiel]

Nikki can you do a video on mixing glitters in with pg?

[@NailedbyNikki]

Ooooooh of course! 😍😍😍 sounds gorgeous

[@lorettaschultz2273]

You have a huge personality! Love the show. Thank you for the tips.👍👍👍

[@NailedbyNikki]

🥰

[@lisahighsmith6854]

Girl, I just love your video . Finally a video with a sense of humor. Keep it up. ❤❤

[@NailedbyNikki]

💯💯🫶🏿

[@penneysanderson9277]

Where were you when i started. Ok need to add to save money. There will always be left over polygel in the tub, i cut open the tup and scrap out whats left and put in another container.

[@NailedbyNikki]

Cool cutting it open! Love that

[@the_irmacita]

I am spending the holidays alone this year (my choice, thrilled with TONS of freedom) and am doing my nails among other things (other things=nothing) and found your video. I am literally laughing my a$$ off enjoying it, number cuatro! 😂 spanish is my mother tongue. I should have seen this before buying tons of useless products 😒🤦🏻‍♀️ thank you Nikki 💕. Happy holidays! Love from Germany 🇩🇪 💕🎄🎉🎁✨🥂🍾

[@sweetbromineandheliumjeff5021]

As soon as you pulled out the onyx acetone and said “mm-mmm.” I side eyed the exact same bottle sitting on my nightstand. 😂

[@NailedbyNikki]

Lol Lol lol

[@sonjahancock6864]

New to your channel and new to polygel, This will help me so much thank you so much. I love your spirit and charisma.I will be watching more of your video's.

[@NailedbyNikki]

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[@toniamaya6835]

Best tip video I've ever wanted. I never watch the whole thing but you are great and i finished this one. ❤

[@NailedbyNikki]

💯💯