Simple manicure with clear coat. "Progress, not perfection!!"

[@TheSalonLife]

If you have any questions you want me to cover in future videos please post them below! Links to the products I used in the description box below the video.

[@cynthiapanelas637]

Hi Anna I find your videos so informative. I have a question. My nails had gel overlay on them for years. Have had them off now for 10 months. My nails have grown back nicely, however my ring fingers have developed separation of the the nail bed from underneath. It’s white looking. I believe it’s called Onycholysis. It’s a strange feeling and those nails are very weak. Any suggestions/recommendations?? Thank you!!

[@Rose-gw1nv]

I would like to know what you were using in this video ??base/top coats and repair you did not say or show the product so what do I need to buy/use

[@elisaquintana7653]

What speed did you have the electric file on while filing the cuticle? Thank you so much! Really enjoy your videos!

[@silkebrawley21]

@TheSalonLife how do you thin out the top coat? Do you use acetone?

[@reneeweiss9065]

@@TheSalonLife Hello Anna, I have been watching you for a couple of years now and really love your content! I was curious how to get rid of overgrowth or thick side wall on the natural nails?

[@tacituskilgore4403]

I really love the look of a simple clear nail polish. It's my go-to, it's sort of like a uniform for me. I do wear colored nail polish from time to time but I always comeback to the clear ones. Another benefit of wearing clear nail polish is that even if it chips away, it's not noticeable.

[@karincooks]

My nails have improved 100% because of Ms Anna’s advice. I no longer cut or buff. I push, file, soak, and moisturize!! 💅🏻💓

[@XTina_wolfhils]

Period

[@cherylb6755]

Hey Anna~ I hope all is well with you. While I so appreciate all I have learned from you about manicures and pedicures - and it is a lot though I’ve been doing my nails since I was eight and my toes since high school, it is two things you always say that I most appreciate. And they are now like mantras to me. “Be gentle!” “Progress, not perfection!” My hands and nails, and feet and toes are healthier than ever. And so isn’t my life. When I saw the benefits to my body of those two teachings, I tried them on my life. I am not only less harsh or demanding and much more gentle and kind with myself, but I now - consciously and thoughtfully - slow myself down and appreciate each “win,” each bit of progress, if you will, as I didn’t before. Thank you so very much! 👏🏻💖

[@katiehughes5972]

Me too! "Progress not perfection" is a great one for me.

[@TheSalonLife]

So good to hear from you! I think this comes with age, we tend to be much harder on ourselves when we are young. I'm glad I'm at this point :)

[@cherylb6755]

@@TheSalonLife I agree. But I can - and do - hope that one of the benefits of social media is to short-circuit the learning process for younger people that could come from hearing from people who have “experienced some things.” The world seems especially chaotic now and we all can find not only solace but strength… if we can stay open. It never occurred to me that conversations about nail care, no matter how sophisticated, could - let alone would - have such a big impact on my life. But they did and they do. 💖

[@apriljo1968]

I've binge watched your videos all week! I've learned SO SO SO much. I've been trying your tips. My nails have never looked better. THANK YOU ❤❤❤

[@runijones2625]

Hi Anna! I received your nail kit a couple of days ago just in time to get my nails done for the work week. It’s fab, the tools are really easy to use but my favorite thing is the salve! Thank you for adding it to your kit ❤

[@michelej8503]

I too just received my kit and so love everything! I appreciate your time in putting this together along with your attention to details! 100% absolutely positively satisfied!

[@praxisfurnaturheilkunde5394]

I trained as a chiropodist (cosmetic) years ago, but never practiced. Since watching your great videos, I feel like opening a small practice again.

[@betsypayne3197]

Model has very pretty hands and nails. I’m guessing she follows Anna’s nail advice to keep them so lovely.😊

[@colemannation.]

Is it jut me or is her voice soothing? Love this channel. I am learning so much. Especially about the polish. Not putting the color on outside because of the humidity and/or air. How to take care of cuticles and the nail oil! I had a few bottles that I only really used while I was giving myself a manicure but now I'm putting it on multiple times per day 😆😂.

[@dianneporter542]

So happy to see another manicure. I have been a bit slack lately in applying oil after every hand wash, resulting in some hang nails. Seeing this video has reminded me to get back on task! Your client's nail look lovely, love this natural look!

[@Punzel84]

I LOVE your videos❤ So calming and I learn a lot! Thank you❤

[@fujismoke]

Love the results here, looks so neat! I'm following your advice on pushing the skin back and also using foot cream on the cuticles since February I believe and it really pays off! My nails look better than they ever have. I usually do my nails once a week and use sheer nail polish, so this video is exactly my thing to watch

[@ingevanherzele4990]

Another wonderful manicure Anna!😍👌❤

[@MonacoNailAcademy]

Love these back to basics videos

[@yassmine2357]

the best nail technician out there, i learned a lot from you Anna ♥

[@annpendas]

What an excellent teacher. I realize that I have been badly misinformed about nail care. Thanks so much for clear explanations as you work.

[@littleleslie13]

Beautiful!!! I loved how informative this video was too!

[@wormwoodpearl1]

This is just the kind of content which made me a subscriber 🫡

[@TheSalonLife]

So happy to hear :))

[@JayeolaFunmilayo-ry8pb]

It has been helping my skills alot Mama❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you kindly!!

[@PamelaRubel]

I have been following your tips, and while I do my own gel manicure instead of nail polish, I have seen such improvement in my nails! Cuticle oil really is AMAZING, it does make my nails feel more flexible, I feel it has contributed to my gel not lifting and lasting longer. And my skin around the nails looks great now! I will try a regular polish mani soon to see how it goes with your tips, since I havent done regular polish in yeaaaars because it just didn't last more than 2 or 3 days, and I dont have time to change it that often. Regardless, thank you!!!

[@shirley-ann7164]

You're client has beautiful hands and nails. And the naturel manicure looks perfect on her nails

[@karincooks]

I would never have thought to wear my DD without color. I can’t wait to try this.

[@RevT.]

Your clients hand and nails and beautiful

[@phillipthebengal]

I always learn something from your videos. I have been wondering why my base coat has been cloudy! Thank you for the Dazzle Dry info!

[@gaylefailing7032]

I received my nail kit, and so happy with it. Everything about it is top notch! Thank you for all you do@!

[@rosaliemathany2608]

I just received my nail kit today and can’t wait to use it. Unfortunately I just did a fresh manicure this morning before the mail arrived so I will have to wait till next time. I am using the nail salve already though and love it. Thank you Anna!

[@ranyaahmed8641]

ended up buying dd this labor day weekend after watching dozens of your videos excited to see how it works out !

[@karincooks]

You’re going to love it!

[@KuwaitiHabibi]

Hi Anna, I just discovered your channel and I really enjoy your videos, they’re very relaxing. I would like to know what are thoughts on the Kerasal’a Multi-Purpose Nail Repair? Thank you. X

[@annalockwood3021]

Hi Anna! I’m a fan of the DD Transformers, both the newer sheer white and the pinker one. They definitely need a bit of thinner from time to time. My nails have ridges that look better with a bit of help. Current mani has been on entirely too long, but so far no damage, and I am curious to see if it will hold up until my usual at home manicure day on Sunday. Not wearing a vivid color this time, so I’m sure that helps any damage from being really visible. Just feeling grateful to have found so much useful information from you, it’s really nice to be more confident about this aspect of my self care.

[@karincooks]

Sometimes I wear Transform with no polish!

[@marijaklis]

greetings dear I have been struggling with separating my nails for over a year. it started after removing the gel and putting evelin polish 8 in 1. after a few days of wearing it, my nails lifted. most of it has grown, but there is still a problem with 4 nails. I don't know why I haven't tried it yet, but nothing helps. dermatologists say that I'm exaggerating and that they don't see any problem. Water bothers me a lot, but so do gloves because my hands sweat in them and my nails come off. I feel like I'm in a vicious circle. please continue with your friend's routine and it will help. thank you for existing and publishing such a problem

[@JayeolaFunmilayo-ry8pb]

My best model in the profession🎉❤... Always love your work mama,though might not be comment

[@TheSalonLife]

😊 thank you

[@gabbykrumova]

Hi, Anna! Thank you for the all the videos you upload and the information that you share :) Do you plan on bringing back the personal nail advice service in the following months?

[@TheSalonLife]

I hope so but right now I don't have a single minute to spare and these are time consuming ;(

[@gabbykrumova]

@@TheSalonLife I totally get it! No pressure there, I just wanted to ask :) Thank you for everything you do!

[@betsypayne3197]

Anna, your nails always look so perfectly manicured with a clear coat. Is Dazzle Dry what you use on yourself?

[@praxisfurnaturheilkunde5394]

Good work (as always!). And how do you thin out a top coat?

[@missmochiicecream]

For anyone who's curious about Dazzle Dry's ridge filler, I'm personally a huge fan of it. I have some ridges in my nails and Dazzle Dry polishes (+ top coat) dry down thin enough that it shows the ridges in whatever polish I use. The ridge filler only takes 5 minutes to dry (just like the top coat), so it doesn't add much more time to your manicure if you end up using it. I highly recommend it for those people who don't like the appearance of their ridges or for anyone who wants that slightly plumper look that you sometimes can get when using gel products. It is definitely a personal preference, though! Anna - will you have future manicures that don't include the electronic file? I'd love to see more of those. Lovely video as always! 💖

[@tab5567]

Thank you for that info. I hate my ridges and have yet to find a ridge filler that really makes a difference.

[@ГалинаКоваль-ь9э]

Beautiful❤❤❤

[@SejalSharma-bq6gb]

this nalis are so good wow klen

[@realpatyargueta]

Love youu ❤

[@lindseymcateer1582]

Hi Anna if doing a DIY manicure at home (ie no electric file) and giving your nails 1-2 days before applying polish (clear or colour) what would you recommend doing on day one when removing old polish and leaving until the next day or when ready to apply clear/colour?

[@kabiria69]

Hi Anna, love your videos. Waiting for TSL buffer 😅😅😅

[@realpatyargueta]

Thank you for vocalizing that the more dust that starts producing, the more inclined you need to feel to move to the next spot or next nail, because that dust is an indicator of there being no cuticle being removed but the nail is being thinned out / damage!

[@WyanetM]

Can OPI Repair Mode be a reason for Beau's lines in all nails simultaneously after extended (3-4 weeks) use?

[@mercedes4328]

What's the reason for using the buffer on the nail file?

[@bbclily03]

Hi Anna can you use acetone instead of the dazzle dry nail prep?

[@TheSalonLife]

They recommend their Prep. They say acetone can be too drying. Here are the ingredients of DD Prep Isopropyl Alcohol, Water (Aqua), Ethyl Acetate, Panthenol, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Propanediol.

[@kabiria69]

What about alcohol?

[@scorpiooct25]

Do you know if there is a clear polish that also clear of most chemicals that is not a hardener nor strengthener that I could use that gives my natural nail flexibility? I ask because my nails keep cracking, snapping, or peeling.

[@TheSalonLife]

Non of the clear polishes are strengtheners really and it’s very rare to find formalin in a polish. Most of the “treatment” polishes on the market are simply clear nail polishes. If your nails are brittle try warm jojoba soaks. Non of the polishes are actually beneficial for the nails (despite all the marketing). They are good for decoration and that’s it. :)

[@scorpiooct25]

@@TheSalonLifeThanks for responding so quickly. Bummer, but thanks. For the jojoba soaks, how frequently should I do them, and would you suggest I use a strengthener after the soaks, or just wear my natural nail without any polish? The look I’m going for is just a “natural nail”.

[@TheSalonLife]

Please see this video about warm soaks Dry, Brittle, Splitting, Peeling Nails? Solution: DIY Warm Jojoba Treatment! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6CWZGibjMtpiJY And like I said, polish does not improve condition of the nails. It can actually contribute to surface damage.

[@scorpiooct25]

@@TheSalonLife thanks so much.💜

[@xx_iris]

Hi Anna :) First of all, sorry for using translation. I hope the app didn't translate it too ridiculously😂 My nails are separated from their bed in a very small way. The pink part on my nails used to end in a straight line, but now it looks distorted. How can I prevent these minor deteriorations in the nail bed?

[@JayeolaFunmilayo-ry8pb]

❤❤❤

[@mada8797]

Hi, where in Europe do you buy Dazzle Dry?

[@TheSalonLife]

It’s not available in Europe. If you have someone travel from USA ask them to bring it with them.

[@mada8797]

@@TheSalonLife too bad, because I don't know anyone like that. thanks for the answer😍

[@YolkaF]

​@mada8797 don't they ship to Europe?😊

[@oliviacraner8156]

Wish my nails were that long before you started them and looked like them once they were done. Unfortunately I have teeny tiny fingers, nails and hands so they definitely won't look these do...

[@YolkaF]

Please keep repeating the same info so we all learn how to take care of nails ❤

[@amberangel101]

Hi Anna, could you (or another viewer) please share your code for Dazzle Dry? i’ve been looking through your videos and the descriptions for it but i’m not sure if you have one. I’d love to support you more, even in this way! Thanks! ❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much for wanting Unfortunately I don’t have a code for Dazzle Dry. Their affiliate program somehow stopped working months ago….

[@kath_168]

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[@ewabydgoska8544]

🙂

[@taniacummings9207]

Whenever I push back my cuticles I get terrible, painful "hangnails" about a ahalf to one cm back towards the first knuckle. Skin goes red and swollen and the skin tears off in tiny strips.

[@TheSalonLife]

If the skin around the nail is stuck to the nail (that is not cuticle) make sure you take care of that skin first with some kind of exfoliant cream and then start nudging the skin, NOT pushing or separating it or tearing it. The skin needs to be elastic and healthy in order to bounce back. Follow this: 3 simple habits that will transform your nails (for the better!) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bn27loyqiaxrhbc

[@taniacummings9207]

@@TheSalonLife Thank you.

[@dweezieoverall3099]

ANNA!!!! The salve💖💖💖💖💖 I work in a transmission factory & my hands take a beating, between the gloves, transmission fluid and the abuse...ugh. I ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS HAD horrible hangnails. 😢. I started using the Kerasal & it helped. But this salve. I apply it at home and I am in LOVE. Thank you. I hope you are able to manufacture/sell it. It's so light weight, yet packs a punch. Thank you for saving my hands/nails.