My TOP 10 TIPS for a flawless dip powder manicure at home

[@biancanos11]

I’m a licensed nail professional in the state of California! I’m so impressed with your tutorial! Your tutorial is one of the best that I have ever watched! I love that you mentioned the apex!!! Keep up the good work! I have been doing nails since 1982, and I have to say- you are a true Nail talented educator.

[@SipAndDip]

😭💕 OH MY GOSH!! Thank you SO much!! That means the world to me. I really appreciate you taking a moment to share such kind feedback!

[@Blessed07055]

You are a beginners bestie. I almost gave up on dipping… and then I found your videos 🥰❤❤❤ Thank you

[@SipAndDip]

😭🩷 YOU MADE MY DAY! That is the sweetest thing I’ve ever been called! I am one click away from changing my whole name to beginner’s bestie !

[@Blessed07055]

@@SipAndDip 🥰

[@w3ndi973]

This is by far one of the best tutorials I’ve ever seen - thank you

[@SipAndDip]

🥹💕 thank you so much for watching and your kind feedback!

[@alhami87]

This video blew my mind! I had no idea the timing of the activator and top coat was so important. My nails look 10 times better on my next manicure after watching this video!

[@TentandLantern]

Just followed your tutorial to the letter and WOW was it an improvement! If y’all are looking for THE dip manicure tutorial, THIS IS IT!

[@blueshoes915]

They look perfect! Thank you so much for the thorough tips. I just got a nail dip kit and am so excited to try it! This was so helpful.

[@vampyresimmortalkiss]

Great video! Retired nail tech here. I am finally going to start working with Dip nails. Thank you for this.

[@SipAndDip]

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! That means a lot coming from a professional like yourself 🩷 I can’t wait to hear what you think of dip powder!

[@wildheartsthrift]

retired nail tech aswell, the dip is awful imo. I stopped and went back to doing gel.. and getting gel. they retired & found colorstreet.. soooo good!

[@englishwithkarina7961]

The best explanation I have watched so far! Cannot express how grateful I am !

[@hannahj0elle]

This is a perfect beginner and refresher video 👏🏼 Something that’s been huge for me is wiping off my brush to prevent contamination!!

[@SipAndDip]

Thanks love!! And so 👏🏼 much 👏🏼 yessss!! That’s a must 💯 I used to ruin my top coat for every single mani when I was just starting out 😬😆

[@heatherclark117]

What do you mean contamination? How would that happen and how do you avoid it?

[@hannahj0elle]

@@heatherclark117 Sometimes a little residual powder can get on the brush and then thicken up your liquids! So after I paint the liquid on, I wipe my brush clean on a paper towel before returning it to the bottle!

[@jeannemolamphy29]

Boy I sure do wish I found your channel earlier! I have had the worst luck trying to find someone around me that knows what theya re doing. I am now tryign to do my own nails and your videos have been so helpful! Thank you!!!

[@frescOO8]

This is truly the best and most helpful video I’ve found ✌🏼 starting from the middle and building apex is the wisest especially for my weak ass nails 😅 TY x

[@laurenbee1739]

This video was incredibly helpful, particularly the section on filing and buffing! No matter what I do, I keep cutting myself while filing, and I've been getting really frustrated. Can't wait to try your tips. Thank you!

[@SipAndDip]

So happy to hear it was helpful! I can’t wait to hear how your next manicure goes 🫶🏻 you got this!!

[@avabiasco8535]

girl you're a life saver I can't wait to try this later !!

[@dkquick72]

Thank you SO much for this video and others. I just did my 1st dip application following along with this and I’m SO happy and impressed with how they turned out. I need to work on building the apex a little better, but they look great regardless & I just saved myself $55. SCORE!!! 😂😂😂

[@SipAndDip]

Yayyyy!!! So happy to hear this!! Welcome to our little dip community! 🫶🏻💕

[@TheNailNarratives]

The best most helpful video EVER!! This helped me SO much.

[@amybritten3374]

This video is so informative. I have been using gel polish for years and I just ordered a dip powder starter kit after hearing about the dangers of uv lights. Thank you so much! I feel a lot more comfortable about dip powder now!

[@SipAndDip]

Thank you for the kind feedback and welcome to our little dip powder community! 🫶🏻💖

[@cj-gunn]

the cupcake liners is genius!!

[@Tot7336]

Thank you so much, Chelsea! I’m a novice at this and really struggle with filing and shaping. I love your videos!

[@SipAndDip]

I totally understand! 🫶🏻 I struggled the most with shaping when I started too! Which either left me with sore cuticles or lumpy nails 🤭 there really was no in between lol but shewww once I got the hang of application it made filing so much easier! It’s also why I have yet to venture into efiles 😬🤣

[@heatherclark117]

I watched your videos and soaked off my acrylic and wet Dip yesterday. I had preordered all my product and tools you suggested and they look amazing. I followed your tutorial exactly! I can't wait to see how they wear and how long they will last. Thank you for such a great video and all your other videos are great too! I used several to refer to while performing the process.

[@SipAndDip]

🥹🫶🏻 thank you for this super sweet comment! I’m so excited for you!! Happy dipping 💅🏼

[@NZMTBNation]

Thank you so much, lovely ❤ that’s the first nail tutorial that actually worked! I’m impressed with the results!

[@SipAndDip]

I’m so happy to hear this! 🙌🏼💓

[@bethwest5954]

This is a wonderful video!! Beautiful job!! Thank you!!

[@Coin200]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, the best I have found so far.

[@andreaholamon5238]

The other thing that helps when using a clear dip powder to finish it off is it keeps your activator clear! Mine used to turn color before I used clear dip no matter how much I wiped off the brush, and it would ruin light colored manis.

[@SipAndDip]

Ohhhh this is SUCH A GREAT POINT! I never thought of it in that way! I actually stained mine black over Christmas break 🙈🤣

[@giselamendez2908]

@@SipAndDip hi i love your videos can you please do a video of showing all your dip powders collection that’ll be awesome to watch please

[@toniannlabranche]

Is clear powder and build up powder, the same?

[@SipAndDip]

@@toniannlabranche yes! The only case that I’ve known it to be different was for Kiara sky. Kiara sky has one called “natural” that would be used to build the base (apex). It’s like clear expect not fully transparent.

[@patriciabudis8068]

WOW! This video really showed me alot! I'm having so much trouble with getting a decent dip mani and always comes out too thick, so this helped trremendously! Getting better, obviously still room for improvement but I wanted to say THANK YOU so much!!!

[@lindanichols7893]

This is the best video on dip nails that I’ve seen! I have only been using glitter colors because they are more forgiving. Tomorrow I’m following your video with a shade I really like

[@SipAndDip]

Thank you so much for the kind feedback! 💕 you got this!! 🫶🏻

[@ciaradancr]

Thank you for showing how you use the tool to clean around your cuticle after dipping!! That and filling next to your cuticle to shape it!

[@SipAndDip]

Thanks for watching!! 🫶🏻💖

[@kris1webb]

This tutorial is the absolute best!!! Thank you so much! My first time trying powder and my nails look SO GOOD! Thank you for the building technique, game changer. I know my application will just get better with time. I appreciate you! ❤

[@catslifeandstyle]

Love this video, after a disastrous first set of dip nails my second set is looking so good! Had thought it might not have been for me after the first but now may become addicted lol ❤

[@donnajones2468]

I tried one nail yesterday and it was a disaster, really thick and when I buffed it was a crumbly mess! Not sure when I will be ready to try again. It's really off putting 😢

[@catslifeandstyle]

@donnajones2468 would just say keep going and trying - my comment was from a while ago and since then have so improved my techniques and even learned how to do ombré effects! Applied my Christmas nails on the 12th dec and still going strong. Think I wanted to justify what I spent initially on it lol and just tried to learn as much as possible 😉

[@donnajones2468]

@catslifeandstyle thank you for confirming there is hope 🤣. Shame you can't post pictures is the comments would love to see your ombre nails 💅

[@catslifeandstyle]

@@donnajones2468 have a lot of colours from sassy saints but tried the liquids from dipped Uk recently and they are amazing to work with (not sure where you are but worth a shot esp if you’re Uk based) - they’re a bit thinner so get a lot off your brush before applying but they give amazing nail bed coverage, and the floral dips look amazing, will have one on for my NYE mani!

[@leraprimavera9676]

Ok you just converted me to dip manicure I will order my first kit NOW I have been doing my nails on my own for 15 years, I am pretty good with and now that technologies developed so well I am really interested in testing the resistance of the dip manicure. Your tutorial is 🙌

[@MaryRobinson-o1d]

Love your tutorial - it has helped so much in getting that salon quality look. I especially liked the part on building an apex because that really does save time.

[@SipAndDip]

So happy to hear it helped! Thank you for sharing your kind feedback 💕

[@sunflower6434]

Great tips. I’m still somewhat a newby at this and these are great suggestions/tips. Keep up the great work/ videos.

[@revilo727]

Such a great video to share with newbies. I’ve been doing mine about two years and try and help others. I will definitely share this one!!

[@SipAndDip]

That’s so kind of you to help other dippers! We really do have the best community 🫶🏻 thanks for sharing and watching! 💗💗💗

[@amandamoore175]

I've just discovered nail dip and I have learned so much from your videos! Thank you

[@SipAndDip]

Welcome to our little dip powder community! 🫶🏻

[@CelesteandMayMay]

Thank you Chelsea for this video. I recently developed an allergy with gel and now I’m giving a try for dip. I learned so much. I think these tips and tricks will definitely help me become better at doing my nails.

[@equestrianwhotravels]

I love your tutorials!

[@SipAndDip]

🥰🫶🏻 thank you so much!!

[@patticampbellhardy4059]

Such a good video - full of information and explanations! THANKS!

[@SipAndDip]

You’re welcome!! Thank you for the kind feedback and for watching 🫶🏻💖

[@jodyricottone1388]

INCREDIBLY INFORMATIVE! I bought the whole system at a hair show when they first came on the scene..... It just wasn't a good fit for me But after watching your fantastic video, I'm thinking I will be able to do this A LOT better now. The APEX is a definite game changer! Thank you SO MUCH! I live in Florida and enjoyed the "Y'all"!!! 🌸😁👍🏼

[@SamieGoni]

This was a very useful and well explained video. I have been frustrated as a beginner with lumpy nail results. This video is a good learning tool.

[@SipAndDip]

I know how frustrating that can be 🥺🫶🏻 It’ll get easier I promise! You got this!

[@Carlayna561]

Love the color and always appreciate mani tips

[@SipAndDip]

🫶🏻 thanks love!!

[@Sn0wwh173]

This is terrific. Also, getting into the habit of wiping off your brush on paper towel before you put it back into the bottle, even though you’re brushing the extra powder off.

[@SipAndDip]

So much yes! 🙌🏼💕

[@rhondalove1047]

Always helpful. Thanks for reminding me of the "flawless" procedure suggestions. Stay blessed, my friend.

[@SipAndDip]

Thank you so much! 🫶🏻 I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

[@rhondalove1047]

@@SipAndDip : I shall, because I say so 😆. You enjoy as well, Miss Ma'am.

[@estephaniatupete8887]

Amazing video, great tips! I love all your videos, thank you so much for sharing! ❤️❤️❤️

[@SipAndDip]

Thank you so much!! 🫶🏻 I hope you have a lovely weekend!!

[@naliniramnath]

Thank you for this video. I am so interested in learning how to do my own nails and my Daughters. Appreciate you

[@yeahno9380]

Thanks for this tutorial, just did dip for 1st time on my own. Came out chunky lol but now I know a better more natural way to do this. Your nails look great in this tutorial.

[@jo-annharvie9411]

Fantastic presentation 🎉 thank you 👏👏💕

[@kathytarman2302]

Great tips. You help so many of us. Beautiful color. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@SipAndDip]

Hiii Kathy!! Thanks for the love! I hope you’re doing well 🫶🏻

[@marleneleroux1436]

Just watched this video! Wish I had watched BEFORE I did mine 😅 Will definitely use your tips before I do next time

[@astrawberryswinging]

lol I’m in the same boat!

[@karaleonakis-bp1jy]

This was very helpful!! Thank you

[@SipAndDip]

So glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching 🫶🏻💗

[@lisamiller1804]

EXCELLENT tutorial!! Thank you! I will look to see if you have one for using tips to build length... as that is what I need to do :/

[@amymarxer6559]

Great tips! Thanks Chels!❤️

[@SipAndDip]

Ammmmyyy! Happy FRIYAY!! We made it to the weekend 💃🏼

[@destinylawyer08]

Great video!!! Thank you for posting. It's always helpful to see these tips again as someone new to dip powder. I've been doing my nails for about 8 months. I need to go back to these simple beginner steps to perfect my application. I still find that I sometimes have lifting at my nail tip and sides of my nail tip area. Even when I encapsulate the nail tip. Any suggestions? Going to check out your other video on tips again as well. Thanks!!! Love your videos!! Disregard the question. I watched your video on cracks, and I have square nails. I will try the apex to side walls as you suggested. Soo helpful!!

[@SipAndDip]

Keep me posted on how it goes with the apex! 🫶🏻 you got this!

[@wvjaybird5]

Fantastic tutorial!

[@SipAndDip]

Thank you so much! 💕

[@namevale8835]

Thank you for your tips with dip powder. I actually bought the little cheap KISS brand kit as my first dip set. I am actually a gel fan but can never get the stuff off my nails. So I wanted to try dip powder nails and did not want to invest a lot of money. The KISS set is an excellent starting point, I highly recommend. Now I'm hooked on dip powder nails, so have been thinking of trying Nailboo. I did watch your review of that, even though it's 2 years old now... I see you prefer the Revel, so maybe I will try it, 105.00 for the 6 color kit from Nailboo seems high, but it comes with extra stuff...hmm... Do you ever still use the Nailboo? Thank you for your helpful videos! 💅🏻 😊

[@BumbleBee087]

Amazingly informative! Thank you!

[@SipAndDip]

You’re welcome! 🫶🏻 thanks for watching!

[@mariannerayo8608]

Really excellent tutorial. Do you have a video on how to apply tips using dip powder? How do you remove? Thank you.

[@mindyhubbartt719]

Thank you for sharing. Very helpful tips!

[@SipAndDip]

Thanks for watching! 🌸

[@TracyCampanella]

Hi Chels! Ty for sharing these tips. Much appreciated 💙

[@SipAndDip]

Hey Tracy!! I hope the weekend is treating you well! 🌸

[@christihurley4935]

This is just what I needed!!! Thank you!!!!

[@SipAndDip]

Yayyy! Happy to help! 🫶🏻💖

[@missgale7608]

I love your videos. I am wondering if there is a way to do "fill", or do I need to remove and start over?

[@SipAndDip]

You can absolutely do a dip powder fill! 🫶🏻 I would suggest filing down the top coat and some of the product. The major thing would be to check for any lifting. If there is any lifting then remove that before doing the fill. Then prep your exposed nail plate (push back cuticles, remove shine, dehydrator etc). Then you can dip right on top again doing full layers as normal! 🥰

[@missgale7608]

@@SipAndDip Thank you. After asking, I found the video you already made on this LOL

[@tarshagraham7099]

Thanks for asking this 😊 I also wanted to know because pre-pandemic, the local salon I used to go with my mum would never fill the dip, they would always have us soak everything off in a bowl of acetone and start again.

[@kaylajohnson3914]

Love this! Great tips and advice!

[@SipAndDip]

Thanks so much KK! 🫶🏻

[@debschultz143]

I rewatch your Dos & Donts every time I do my nails. I am slowly improving. How do you know when each layer of dip is dry? Should I wait a certain amount of time?

[@SipAndDip]

It varies for each liquid on how long it will take to dry. So I would suggest waiting until you’ve done both of your hands before dusting off. If there’s a shine on the nail or a tacky look then it’s still wet. If you find that when you’re dusting off that it’s still wet or sticking to the dusting brush, then I would suggest dipping back into the jar on each of the nails and then dust off. There isn’t necessarily a set time to wait because it varies so much on the liquid, if you have a fan running nearby etc. But I’ve been asked this question pretty often lately so I think I’ll try to form it into a video for you all! 🫶🏻

[@Browniexo3]

I’ve learned a lot from watching your KZbin videos so far. You explain everything great, go into detail and review a wide variety. I’m just starting the at home dip journey. I was wondering if you had any suggestions for dip liquids for natural fragile nails.. I so far haven’t had any reactions to gel or dip. I’ve never had a dip top coat though due to designs. The nail salon always did gel. I was thinking of sticking to gel because I hate waiting for them to dry. Unless you have a suggestion for a liquid set. You review so many brands and I’m indecisive so I’m struggling to settle and invest into one. I figured I’d reach out and see if you had any recommendations.

[@dsarah3]

Great video! I use a clear dip to start. Do I have to remove all of that first coat after removing the color layers, before doing the next dip mani? I'm worried about harming my nails and struggle with acetone so I file down to the clear layer and take the edges of it off. Would appreciate your suggestions! Ty❤

[@emilyyoung7115]

I really wish I had found this video before I dipped for the first time. 😂 I made several mistakes but now I know. I'm excited for my next try!

[@SipAndDip]

You got this!! 🫶🏻💕 I am sure I’ve made alllll the mistakes right along side with you! 😆 that’s the best learning experience!

[@justrees4929]

I'm the overzealous cuticle hurter 😂 Glad to see this video before I try my first set.

[@PurpliciousDipz]

Great tips and I absolutely love this color! 💜

[@SipAndDip]

Thanks Ginny!! You getting a 3 day weekend?! 🤞🏼

[@PurpliciousDipz]

@@SipAndDip yessssss!!! But now I’m wishing it was a 5 day weekend 😂🤣

[@susanwilliams3598]

Wow what a wonderful video I can't wait to do my next step. I've been having trouble with lifting and its always near the cuticle Can too thin of dip at cuticle area also cause lifting? Thank you

[@kimmmac1031]

Awesome!! Thank you ❤❤❤❤

[@CM-xk3gr]

How long should it take for the top coats to fully dry? Can you use LED curing topcoat? After watching this, I'm excited to try my dip powders again!

[@rebeccaenglert9248]

Wonderful video. Could you do tips and tricks for non dominant hand? I really struggle with mine.

[@SipAndDip]

Thank you so much for watching! Here is a video I made on doing dip powder on my dominant hand 🫶🏻💕 hope this helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fITCnmWZr8eGqrM

[@shanaculbert5251]

A few things that have changed my dip game: 1.REVEL SENSITIVE LIQUIDS-Used to get HORRIBLE DIP FLU EVERY time-NOW NONE😮! 2.Gel Topcoat- even before I got the sensitive liquids I could never get the regular dip top to work decent for me so I'd file, MINIMALY buff, do a layer of gel base(do not wipe dispersion-keep tacky) and then go in w/no wipe gel top.Works great for me. 3.REMOVAL-Warm rice trick(Until I saw Marla Kris do this, I had no clue)Never knew that WARM ACETONE works ten times faster than NOT WARM!!(lots of YT tutorials on this) This hack ALONE saved me from giving up on dipping!It used to take me an HOUR(30MIN PER HAND) to completely remove a dip mani(including buff off top to start)!Now i can remove BOTH hands in just under 15 minutes! GAME CHANGER for ANY removal-not just Dip Powder!

[@kerttu95]

Thank you so much for this video. 🎉❤

[@SipAndDip]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching ! 🫶🏻

[@victoriahornbaker-ss9tz]

Can you use a no chip topcoat over these for that extra super shine and sealant?

[@batmanxgirl]

so informative and love the step by step! Do you recommend removing previous dip nail and start from scratch or is it ok to build up from it?

[@sarahmegs1578]

Is the activator the Bond in the glamourdip products? or the seal ?

[@DivinelyKris]

Great tip’s thanks

[@roycehawkins1164]

So helpful thank you

[@jillrak1753]

I’m a novice and learning so much from your videos. 😊Can you please tell me your favorite brand of liquids and powders?? Using nailboo but not sure if I should stick with it. Thank you!!!

[@SipAndDip]

I tried Nail boo and enjoyed the liquids! The powders seemed nice too. My only complaint was the colors weren’t the same as the website. I also prefer smaller jar options. But it’s totally personal preference 🫶🏻 my normal go to brand is Revel. I’ve been using their products for several years and still grab for them regularly 🥰

[@jillrak1753]

@@SipAndDip thanks so much!! When I run low on the nailboo I’m going to check out revel! Keep sharing and making videos!!

[@jessicapike868]

Absolutely love this video 😍 Does wiping your nails with paper towel (after activater) help not mess up you top coat liquid? Please 🙌 say it does 😊 The glass cuticle push has been a game changer for me! Again love the video, thanks so much for making it 😘

[@SipAndDip]

So happy to hear you’re loving the glass cuticle pusher! It was a game changer for me as well 🙌🏼 and you are spot on with the dry wipe. It helps remove any left over activator residue so you don’t contaminate your top coat. Thanks for your kind feedback and support 💕

[@jessicapike868]

@@SipAndDip will be doing the wipe off from now on! Thanks for the helpful info 🙂 I've been dipping my own nails 💅 for almost a year; it has been an amazing 🤩 journey ❤️

[@kristinapettus8371]

This is a great video for people who have been doing this for a long time! Would you please do another using your non-dominant hand? I always struggle using my left to do my right.

[@SipAndDip]

Thanks for the kind feedback! 🫶🏻 I do have a video on tips + tricks for doing your dominant hand but I can definitely make another in the near future! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fITCnmWZr8eGqrM

[@loverachel82]

Hi Chelsea, how long does it take for the second layer of dip top coat to dry? Do you wait till the 1st layer is completely dry to apply the 2nd? I can’t figure out why my top coat always take a long time to dry.

[@SipAndDip]

For revel’s liquids the 1st top coat dries fairly quick. I’d say after about a minute or so. And then I go in for the 2nd. The second top coat for Revel dries within a few minutes. Not long at all! Each brand usually has different steps on when to wait for the 2nd. I believe Sparkle and Co glossy coat 2.0 suggests to go right in after the 1st layer. My go to routine is after 2nd activator to wait 2 min and wipe with a dry napkin/lint free wipe. My first layer of top coat is 3 quick strokes and then once it’s dry I do a more detailed layer.

[@kayazhang4559]

Such amazing tips, thank you! How long would it take to do a full set? I realise it will take less time as you get better, but any rough estimates? ❤

[@SipAndDip]

Ohhhh hmmm 🤔 I would say maybe about 1-2 hours depending on if I have removal, prep and if I’m doing designs 💓 thank you for your kind feedback!

[@Alexaverti]

Hello can i ask a question? I’ve been looking at all the dip products you used and was wondering if you recommend this dip for a long lasting manicure?

[@mayrenmadrigal5553]

For those of us who are new to this, can you make a video of how to store the products, how to keep a clean nail station, etc.?

[@donnatalley455]

Where did you get your precision tool?

[@rosalindavasquez4353]

Can you use a uv lamp to cure it ..and if not how long does it take to dry

[@CherieKing]

Great tips! Beautiful color. I tried using less product (mainly base) on my brush as you've suggested many times, but what I've found is that I quite often ended up with "bald spots" on my sidewalls. Like, I'd go to apply the dip, and there would be clear spots where I didn't get enough product. I'm always trying to be cautious of getting product on my skin that I feel like I don't hit the sides enough. So, I end up having to leave a little more base on my brush but then sometimes get it on my skin! lol Any suggestions?

[@Tot7336]

I’ve had that issue, too.

[@laurenp.3182]

i've been practicing with dip recently on a practice finger and i've found that the amount of base depends of how long/wide the nail is. I like longer nails so I extend the nail with nail tips, and I find that I need more than suggested in order to prevent the streakiness/bald spots you're experiencing.

[@CherieKing]

@@laurenp.3182 that makes a lot of sense and could've very well been my issue. Thank you!

[@SipAndDip]

I totally understand what you mean! There’s definitely a “happy” medium between too much and too little. You could also try once you go over the entire nail, grab a little bit more base on your brush again and go back over one more time quickly before dipping to make sure it’s fully coated! Sometimes it can help to try other liquids too. A thinner consistency liquid is more likely to move to your skin. You may enjoy a thicker consistency liquid (revel is one for example) because it’s less likely to run all over the place. I would definitely keep playing with how much you keep on your brush though! You may just need to leave a tad bit more and wipe it off as needed if it feels like there’s too much on there 🫶🏻 I hope this makes sense!

[@CherieKing]

@@SipAndDip Yes, that definitely makes sense. Thank you and thanks for the recommendation of Revel! 😊

[@KnitHappensGR]

Great video! Thank you so much! I have a question, if we are using clear dipping powder, can we use gel polish on top?

[@SipAndDip]

Absolutely! You can build up the apex with clear and then do gel polish on top 🫶🏻 so after you file the dip powder, cleanse with rubbing alcohol (skip 2nd activator). Then apply gel base coat (cure 60 sec). Then gel polish (cure). Gel polish again (cure). Then gel top coat and cure. Hope this helps!

[@KnitHappensGR]

@@SipAndDip thank you so much!

[@kim976]

Do you have recommendations for nails that always lift?

[@twitterblackdove]

Hi Chelsea! Can you recommend another Precision Tool? Amber at Color My World has sold out. Thank you.

[@SipAndDip]

Ahhh I’m sorry to hear that! I just checked another small shop (Marullo) and it looks like they’re out too. Here’s a link to a set on Amazon! I haven’t personally purchased this exact one to say for sure but it looks identical 🫶🏻 amzn.to/45Is1lj

[@vitalityhomeinstead1838]

Why does my top coat brush get hard as a rock? I’ve let activator dry but only on second dip mani I’ve burned through two top coat brushes…

[@lolla1007]

Thank you for all your videos. I am learning so much! I was wondering, after the buffing at the end, you apply one last layer applicator and then you wipe with a clean lint free napkin to make sure there is no activator, could you wipe with alcohol too to be 100% sure all activator is removed or would that ruin it? Thank you so much

[@SipAndDip]

Great question 🫶🏻 I have heard of others doing the rubbing alcohol and it seems to have a mixed response. I personally do not do this because from my understanding we need the activator to help the top coat properly dry and adhere. So my worry would be that rubbing alcohol is removing it. Totally optional on if you’d like to experiment and try though 🥰

[@baileighjordan3593]

Do I need a base coat for dip? And if not can I wipe with rubbing alcohol and a lint free wipe?

[@SipAndDip]

Hi there! Are you asking if you need a gel base or dip base coat? 🫶🏻 traditionally, with dip powder liquids it is a dip powder base coat, activator and dip powder top coat 💕

[@baileighjordan3593]

@@SipAndDip oh so that’s perfect then, I hadn’t thought of that ☺️

[@baileighjordan3593]

@@SipAndDip thank you!

[@kerryroyal7489]

You're absolutely amazing 👏 ❤️ I'm going to share the shit out of your video 😊 as so many ppl on Glamrdip are ready to give up! Me included...until I saw this video! Well done you say it as it should be

[@SipAndDip]

🥹🫶🏻 thank you so much for your kind feedback and words!! I’m happy to help if they are needing any other advice 💕

[@abbyrose7924]

Would the soex work with short nails? I cut mine short so they can grow aut and i can shaoe them then. Im waiting for my kit to come so im lesrning as much as i can

[@sarahcastro5379]

Can you mix and match base coat brands with the dip powder etc?

[@SipAndDip]

Absolutely!! 🫶🏻

[@kayjay5143]

What do you do if you do get it on your skin? Thanks!

[@SipAndDip]

I use a tooth pick to clean it off before it dries 🫶🏻

[@kelleholloway5488]

How do you keep the bottle clean? Revel brand seemed to be the worse for the brush and bottle getting hard and stuck - if that makes sense?!

[@SipAndDip]

The base and top coat contaminating can be so frustrating 😵‍💫🫶🏻 to prevent that I wipe both the base + top coat brush off on a napkin, front and back, after each time it touches my nail, before returning it back to the bottle to get more product. Then when I’m done with the manicure I wipe the bottle neck off (both base + top) with a dry napkin or paper towel to remove excess liquid so the liquids don’t get sealed shut. I also try to be careful to not let the brushes touch my skin because the oils can contaminate it and so can the activator. I have a video that goes more into depth as well if you run into any troubles 🫶🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqLcoGSqYrt7hqs

[@CreativeSoul333]

That is so much work 😳

[@tristahoward8838]

Can I use a nail Hardener before dipping them and using the top coats ?

[@SipAndDip]

I’ve heard of others using a nail hardener underneath with success but I haven’t personally, so I can’t say for sure 😕🫶🏻 I’m sorry!