Soak off vs File off Nail Removal

[@beautyschool-educator-dropout]

Fabulous fussy Fay! The fussiest clients that know what like, are my favorites because I love making really hard to please people happy!

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

I really appreciate that Fay asks the questions that we want the answers to. I also appreciate that Kirsty explains everything so clearly. Question; has Fay given up her really long, fancy nails now? She's not been the same since she went skiing!!

[@genegarner6139]

Absolutely NOT lol she’ll have em back long in the next video guarantee that’s why she had the length taken down

[@kckstyles9914]

Trust and believe, Fay feels naked. And I thought Fay or Faye did have that long chevron "banging set" a few months ago. Wasn't there a Coachella set in there too?

[@amydbwinters]

So, glad to see Fay back. Great video as usual!

[@ursulatevis5146]

Yeah, Fay is back!!!

[@jessmarvel]

I have full cover tips on my non-dominant hand and have been doing the fills with Strenthify. Since doing this method I do not have to file off the lifted free edge on the underside. I love how Kirsty explains the science behind the method. I am a person that needs the "why" to help me understand.

[@noneya1691]

I am a person that needs the "why" to help me understand. That is sooo much like me. I drove my mother nuts (and she did me). She believed I should just do what I was told. I would do what made sense to me instead.

[@Alina-ox1lr]

At the beginning I was filing off but then I’ve realised I’m damaging the natural nails as I just couldn’t see whether I was heating the natural nail or product, so I’ve decided that it would be best to do soak off to be safe. I still do file off on my own nails but not on clients!! And I have to say that for a whole year my natural nails were thin as paper due to me not knowing what I’m doing… obviously that was not being thought in college so I had to learn the hard way 😅 . Thank you for this video it’s really good to be able to see side by side the results of both techniques xx ❤❤

[@kristiepeacock7419]

I missed the way you and Faye are together. The laughing is nice..Also learned so much today.

[@nikkicooper5256]

I'm officially obsessed with your channel! So informative and entertaining I normally end up FF the videos, but I can't with this video. I'm going to finish watching this one and then go back and have a little binge watch session 🧐🤯❤️

[@Thisted1978]

you will not regret it, I have learned so much from Kirsty, think i have watch all off them, also her Naio Nails videoes, and shes has always been informative, just love it❤️😍

[@JannekeKimstra]

I was in a general household appliances store the other day and i was served by a lovely young man with the most beautiful ruby red sporty length nails. I loved that. A very, very long time (a lifetime to be honest) i used to work in a different branch of that same chain of stores and i used to wear the most ridiculous press on’s. They sometimes flew through the shop when I had to open heavy boxes or stacking shelves…. Sadly I haven’t worn nails since. Now i just have chewed of brittle natural stubs.

[@170beth]

I loved your little debate about how long natural nails should or could be in school. I was always lucky, and had super strong natural nails, I could hammer nails in wood with. They were always almond shape,and longer than your set in this video. I had long nails in Primary school too. I used to do all sports, gymnastics, cross country and a hell of a lot more. I was told once by the Hitler deputy head mistress to cut my nails, and take my earrings out, as we were only aloud one set. She had bright red false nails, and more jewellery than MrT 🤷🏼‍♀️ so l told her I would, when she stuck to the same guidelines 🙄 School’s should worry about what they teach children, and not care about what they look like. Always love your videos, I’ve been watching since before that company that shalt be named 🤐 I’m glad you kept your logo 👌🏻 ❤ xxx

[@donnalewis6323]

Hiya I love it when Fay is in!! I laugh so much 🤣🤣 Much love sweethearts 🥰🥰🥰

[@kathytarman2302]

I file off hard gel. This was a great video. Love when Fay is on. Thank you for sharing this.

[@quirkyviper]

I only do hard gel on myself so it's file off for me but I have a theory about soaking off. I've noticed that the nail bed comes off easier than the free edge and I've wondered if it is bc the free edge doesn't get much body heat coming off of the finger compared to the nail bed? I've wondered about the curve of the natural nail thing, too! It makes so much sense but this is the info you get from experience that's so valuable!

[@thatotherchannel7945]

Good theory! The heat makes the acetone more effective so it makes sense

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

That filing contraption is genius!!

[@theanxiousnailtech]

Missed you Fay! Looking beautiful as always Kirsty 😍

[@jacquelinedimattia774]

Yeah... just chilling on the couch watching Kirsty ✨

[@rachelcookson3492]

I love having my natural nails under my acrylic, they are a lot stronger.

[@cynthiahazebroek4281]

I love the way you two make video’s. It’s pleasant to watch.

[@MsSarahpreston]

I love Fay 😂 missed her

[@karuto132]

when you said ' file off, f#ck off" I lost it! Biggest laugh all week

[@queenbeemo42]

I prefer file off because I usually leave a layer on my nails before I add the next set. Generally, I cut my nails down and remove the product 3-4 times a year. The rest of the time I do fills. I am just nail enthusiast and only do my own.

[@anetacisarova6892]

Kristy u are professional teach me lots from video love this❤️

[@marmite.]

Love the crack with you two..like the filling better

[@debibierbrauer8465]

Thank you for the information.

[@cat9lives999]

What are your thoughts on the acetone steamers for removing product?

[@pam5878]

I love to see you with clients, we would be besties lol I like filling if it’s polygel and soaking if it’s acrylic or dip powder. I saw a trick, use a baggie, add coconut oil and acetone then make sure you have heat (I use a rice neck warmer under a bowl with the hand in it) comes off in less than 10 minutes 💚💚💚🎃🎃🎃🎃👻👻👻👻

[@bethwilliams7769]

I do file off when I want to change design but soak of everything couple of months just to check the nail bed hasn't got any damage oe greenies xx

[@rosine2011]

I use an e-file till i feel that i am somewhat close to my natural nail, but without scratching it, and soak the rest off. My natural nails look still very good underneath.

[@cherelsiimaubi2343]

Hey kirsty, I've got a question related to nails peeling. My natural nails don't grow very long.. When they grow a little, the start chipping and breaking and the layers start peeling off. What can I do to rectify that? My hand and nails are never dry so I don't know what the problem could be

[@amaltea74]

I had the same problem but i started to use a glass nailfile and file the nails in the same direction...and they are perfect now!!! 😻

[@JP-rx2zu]

As much as I absolutely detest soaking off, I like to try and keep my natural nails untouched as much as possible, in terms of disturbing the upper layers. I like growing my natural nails out from time-to-time, and they just get way too thin if I file the top even as gently and carefully as I can only twice per month. I think my nails just run on the thin side naturally, and are prone to peeling off. So when I do a soak and scrape off the product, I take as much time as necessary, and always scrape downwards toward the free edge so my nails don’t peel backwards. And I hate every moment of it. 😂

[@kasie680]

Hey Kirsty! Can you add a tip onto a nail that has a thin bit of acrylic left? Or should you file the old product completely off??

[@crystalpinkston1718]

Faye, where have you been, we missed you!!!

[@krisamontoya]

I use hairdresser foil too.

[@traceyevans215]

I like soak off but with an Efile much quicker and less damage IMHO. I do put oil on before the acetone just on the cuticles to prevent drying out. I also love love Kill One for removal much easier than either.

[@keikoisabellafujie5789]

Love this, so many great tips 💖

[@michellebramble7678]

Great info it doesn't matter to me either way. 💖💖💖🤗

[@ireneterschure7548]

I cant use nail polish because my nail gets loose Below the smile line. I have used glew in nails. Is the damage from the glue. Or is it the nail polish. I have to say I used the glue all over the nail

[@debrastokes9702]

I use a Peel off base

[@jjroy3389]

Horrible experience with overly vigorous filing. My beloved salon/spa was sold, closed, and I had to find a new nail tech. She over-filed to the point where my natural nail had red spots which stung like crazy during gel curing. Never again! It’s soak off for me.

[@aimeefoucault534]

I prefer to soak off, only because during that time I get my polishes together and maybe set up glam designs with the "client". Also just because I am still new at it so it helps with timing. But on myself I file off.

[@anetacisarova6892]

Love this ❤️

[@bohobellenails]

Love this!

[@artistic_spaz3724]

I'm a DIY'er and I struggle with every method of removal and damage my nails no matter what I do! So now I'm trying peel off base under the product to avoid it. Do you have any thoughts on that?

[@glamouranna]

I prefer soak off as i find it to be better for the clients nails but if I’m doing a removal on toes and there’s not much gel left then i just file off to be more time efficient!

[@mswifeycatlady7583]

Filing for me 😊

[@angelarovai7937]

My friend and her mother have had Acrylic nails on for a year and just been getting infills. He told her she should get them removed every once and well she didn't believe me.

[@marykayd2781]

Kirsty shouldn’t have any open beverages bc the airborne particles will end up in the cup, and ingested. In the States, it’s against Health Code to have any food or drink at work stations.

[@nicolaevans9061]

I prefer to file off its just faster, but if I get any stubborn patches then il whack some acetone on that nail then move on to file the rest 😊

[@anthonyjosephmartineznails]

I file off. Every time. 💯

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

I cannot stand the look of natural nail under extensions. I agree with Kirsty on this one - it looks dirty to me, even if the nail isn't actually dirty. My nails drive me crazy because like Faye, I have longer hyponichiums due to wearing extensions so much. So I'm in a constant battle with seeing my natural nail under my extensions and not wanting to lol. And I do file offs. As I only wear hard gel it's my only option. I always leave a layer of clear gel on my natural nail though so I'm not wearing out my natural nail surface, which is naturally thin and weak already.

[@Li-rw1ih]

What is hyponichiums

[@Nails_By_Kimberlee]

@@Li-rw1ih that tender piece of skin right under the edge of the nail

[@maribottoms8973]

I usually do file off unless I'm doing pedicure too... then I'll wrap their fingers and start pedicure and incorporate the two...

[@janetsmith7940]

When working on my own nails, I prefer filing them off. But when doing my daughter's nails, I prefer soaking them off. I'm not as comfortable filing down on others as of yet.

[@martineleygue249]

bravo super magnifique gros bisous de la France bisous Martine 👍👍👋👋💅💅😘♥️👄🥀🌷🌹🇨🇵🇨🇵💐🌹🌹🌹

[@casandraolund9006]

I absolutely file off no one like sitting around with stinky chemicals on all 10 fingers forever - everyone complains - main complaint since gel polish became a thing so I just started filing it off one day

[@ireneterschure7548]

You used to be called naio nails what happend to the name

[@noneya1691]

Naio Nails is a nail products store (or brand) that she was working for (I believe) but she decided to start her own channel.

[@charlottedixon8101]

Hi Kirsty I would love to see on your KZbin channel how to do bat wings nail please for Halloween please.

[@mekeiawatson]

Why not use an e-file instead of a hand file? Did I miss her reasoning?

[@learn-life.]

🤗

[@tiffanywright2777]

That’s my alarm to wake up

[@kriswiggle9061]

I’m a male nurse that’s covered in tattoos neck and hands and I have never come across it professionally but the older generation of patients always have something to say. How I present doesn’t effect my ability so why should it be seen as I’m less than

[@harrietgladwell8177]

Def file off 😊

[@gilliandavidson8700]

I only do my own nails, so I soak off mine and I only do full cover tips with solid gel glue. Kirsty noticed that you are radiant and younger looking, what have you been up to? lol innuendos, mixing up word's I'd say you were in love if I didn't know you had a bf already for a while now. something happen you want to share? or not totally up to you but just know Ur looking great girl

[@echogray3372]

Is your hair different 🤔 something is different not sure what but I like it. 💜

[@WENDDEAD]

She's had this hair color for a few videos but what's different is its straight!

[@quirkyviper]

Is it her nail polish bottle earrings? They're a lovely compliment!

[@noneya1691]

I don't remember her having a green streak in it before. I looks good.

[@elizabethgraeser7498]

You need to put that on a shirt soak off file off fu** off! Merch idea

[@wonderwonder30]

When I’m doing my nails and being an inexperienced in nails, I prefer the soak off. Also, why I prefer the soak is I can do other things while I’m waiting for the nails to peel off. But if I was I nail tech, I would definitely file those bitches off haha😂

[@beckrbug]

I hate seeing natural nail on the underside, too. It’s just gross and sloppy to me personally. 😅

[@amandaterrio4823]

I prefer file off. Soaking off takes way too long. Not really I’m just impatient

[@susanmolloy412]

I file off

[@stephaniecogan1872]

Soak off

[@dogthegod3975]

I’m torn on getting Kirsty’s acrylic brushes but I’m just wondering about maybe how long they ship to the US

[@jessmarvel]

Shipping is very quick to the US! Usually 3-5 business days.

[@KirstyMeakin]

USA shipping is 3-5 days x

[@dogthegod3975]

Thanks for the reply guys! I’m getting them now