Trying Out UV Resin For The First Time!

I've only ever used a two part resin that needs 24 hours to cure so I'm SUPER excited to try out UV resin that cures in MINUTES! Leave some love & subscribe!
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[@margaretstrayer3075]

Here is a couple of things I have learned from using UV cure resin. First is that because this type of resin uses a photo chemical to create the chemical reaction that causes the resin to harden/cure it's always stinky in one way or another (I used to get migraines from it too). It's best to do the curing process with a massive amount of ventilation i.e. outdoors, a respirator and gloves as well as leave the piece or pieces several days to finish off gassing. Second you can use alcohol inks in small amounts with UV resin but not white ink or anything that is dark/opaque as the light must be able to go thru the resin to allow it to cure completely (great to create faux gemstones for a child's dress-up play treasure chest). Third is to add a mirror under the mold to assist in concentrating the light on both sides of the mold. Fourth always use clear or translucent mold, again the light must penetrate the resin to create the proper cure an opaque mold will result in sticky uncured resin like with that flower pendant that didn't cure under the flower. In that case it didn't cure because the light couldn't get under the flower to create the chemical reaction to cure that side. A way around that would have been to flip over the mold after the first cure and repeat from the bottom before removing the pendant from the mold or use the mirror tip. Fifth after removing the item from the mold cure one final time on a mirror/ reflective surface and cool completely this eliminates that slight tacky feeling that lingers on the piece after the first cure.

[@samanthaoddsweb]

Excellent tips!! Wish I knew all that BEFORE I wasted so much uv resin myself. :D I am now going to use the mirror technique :D

[@GrayeGoose]

Thank you for these great tips! I'm trying to for the first time tomorrow!! Wish me luck!! Lol!

[@samanthaoddsweb]

@@JavaCrazy54 yes a uv flashlight will work just as well. The nail lamp is better for bigger items or when you have two children filling ALL the moulds :D

[@cindydalton3280]

Samantha O'Brien what watt lamp should I be using on molds?

[@samanthaoddsweb]

@@cindydalton3280 Totally depends on how big it is. For speed on small ones you need a nail bar lamp, but if you are ok to stand there for twenty mins the small lamps are ok. normally up to a 36 watt, anything hotter will burn the resin. :D

[@JudiHodgkin]

If you’re using a gel nail light, leave it on continuous for 5 minutes minimum. Then turn your mould over and cure for another 5 minutes on the back. If things are still a little tacky once you’ve done the curing, leave it in a sunny position for about 30 minutes to finish off the curing process.

[@lisahyde4491]

Would this also work for molds that are not clear?

[@JudiHodgkin]

Well.... the top would cure, but the bottom wouldn’t. The UV rays need to penetrate in order to cure the resin all the way, so when you turned the mould upside down, the light would be unable to get through to cure the resin.

[@lunagalexy1426]

Ah mine dosent have that option so I have to go back every minute and a half since that’s the maximum. I’ve been searching for another one but I couldn’t find one so I use the good for nothing sun that burns me everyday to dry my resin

[@Slimofficial11]

Mine keeps melting ☹️

[@JudiHodgkin]

Lisa, I picked up a couple of UV Nail lights from Amazon that were relatively inexpensive that have a 2 minute setting or infinity. But they use the non LED bulbs which blow regularly. But they were cheaper than the LED ones. I only use them for resin. The alternative is to pick up some MEPK hardener. Used at 2%, they cause the resin to harden like an epoxy resin. I’ve done it with surfboard resin.

[@ashleyhamsher1065]

Quick tip* when you want to add the eye hook, put the hook part through a toothpick then place it in the mold & center it & let the tooth pick rest on the top part of the mold horizontally with the eye hook in the middle.That way you won't have to hold it & start curing

[@ashkay08]

Ashley Hamsher Great tip Ash!! I was thinking of something like that but was having trouble thinking of something small enough to fit through that tiny hole. A toothpick or a nail could work!!

[@ruwise660]

I use a tiny hand drill bit to put holes or eye pieces in after curing. Either way but I don't usually have room for consecutive toothpicks in small jewelry molds. Maybe if I cut them to fit? Always new things...

[@ashleyhamsher1065]

@@ruwise660 yes for some I put a hole straight through it but if I want an eye hook i use a toothpick to hold it in, i usually only make a couple pieces at a time though

[@rebeccasCrafts]

Great tip!! Thanks!

[@scoobydoo7202]

I saw that tip adding the hook , so they cure together..

[@tiffanylove6681]

I have worked with UV resin before. My trick is to Put a mirror under your molds and it will help with getting the UV light to the bottom of your molds. So that it cures MUCH better!

[@deadphoenixrising]

To reduce stickiness of the bottom, flip the mould and cure on both sides.

[@saltpepperketchup7082]

deadphoenixrising Do you mean flip the resin piece, and cure both sides?? Otherwise, wtf do u mean by flipping mold??

[@starladawne4719]

@@saltpepperketchup7082 just turn the whole thing over with the piece still inside. Cure it right side up first obviously so it's mostly solid, then flip the whole thing upside down. The mold is translucent enough that the uv rays will get through to cure the resin.

[@fantastic1on1]

Put a mirror underneath your lamp

[@cait.tama1]

Elaine Walker OMG that’s so smart!!!!!!

[@tiffanystoppelmoor8226]

Starla Dawne what if the mild isn’t translucent? I have molds that are colored

[@HanshengLee88]

For UV resin I always work in small layers like 4-8 layers so that each layer cures more thoroughly and then apply another layover and whatever I want to put in~ you can make some really intricate layers and pieces that way~ hope it helps~

[@Sewcr8tive2]

Wow, I just want to thank everyone for all the tips and for the video....it took me a minute to realize that uv resin was different then 2 part resin, I'm a newbie but definitely learning from this channel!

[@charmaineblount143]

when you cure the pieces, let them set out in the sun for a while to completely harden and cure, it also dissipates the smell. use gloves and a mask when handling uv resin. keep at it. you'll get the hang of it ☺️

[@sherrybaby5672]

I seal my pieces with a thin coat of Mod Podge Dimensional Magic to take away stickiness..Use a small nail brush like they use in a nail salon to brush it on and then let it dry completely..It also makes dull pieces clear and shiny again.

[@graphicteenation1136]

Remember to use a mask when using any resin.

[@super_awsomecat6049]

alot if ppl who used uv resin said it isn't dangerous as the other resins

[@sergioknuf]

@@super_awsomecat6049 yeah and now they are blond ! Wear goggles and respirator !

[@sergioknuf]

@@super_awsomecat6049 they are chemicals not icecream flowers made out if cotton! She didn't know not to smell it and wear protection!

[@nuraliaizzatibintirosli412]

Can I wear normal mask?

[@sergioknuf]

@@nuraliaizzatibintirosli412 no respirators only

[@PhillipDanner]

It's the uv resin. If it's not a really thin layer it will smoke because it gets so dang hot. Uv resin normally also shrinks as well. Throw it in the sun for 30 minutes and it will be hard hard :)

[@lindseymcdonald5988]

Throw it in the sun after curing or to cure it?

[@jrl9319]

yep I put mine in a small clear plastic container and put in the window for 30 minutes

[@nica9041]

Uv resin isnt supposed to smoke even if you have more of it, but putting in sunlight is a good way to make sure it's fully cured :)

[@jrl9319]

@@nica9041 if you look close when it's under the UV light yes it does.

[@nica9041]

@@jrl9319 depends on the uv resin, my resin has never smoked

[@melissarandazzo245]

I haven’t even started watching this yet. I was just watching something else and got the notification. I’m so excited to see this from you! You got me started me watching resin videos and I have been curious about UV resin. I hope it works well! 🤞🏻

[@jessicaraelene5276]

I am new to the resin world and I'm loving it so far. I just ordered my first set of UV resin so I'm excited to try it out. I found your video by accident and I have to say I'm loving it. I enjoy your personality and overall think you are fun to watch so I can't wait to see more of your videos.

[@DeeKlemann]

I finally ordered some things off your supply list and they will be here tonight! Thanks for sharing all of your techniques 😊❤

[@casoriginal]

You are absolutely adorable!! This is my first time watching your channel. I just started my UV resin journey a month ago. I am completely loving it. Getting the timing down has been the hard part and the thin layers. But it is so fun. Tomorrow I am trying regular resin for the very first time.

[@rodyenriquez5751]

I agree with other comments, it's just the amount you're using, don't fill the all thing at once and do little layers (especially whit biger molds) and that may actually help you with the inks too.

[@Foxys10]

I love this. I have zero patience and space to wait for resin to cure for 24 hours. This looks like I’d be able to do this. Thank you so much. 💕

[@Ectava]

Last comment, I promise. :p For your less shiny pieces, try brushing on a thin layer of UV resin and curing it. It will make them shiny and clear (most of the time). And yes, I know I could have made a huge comment with a bunch of tips but I thought of these at separate times.

[@amethyst1826]

I thought about finishing with a layer of my usual resin, but wasn't sure about it. So, thank you for your comments, as I now know I can! Yeah, I do the multiple comments, too, because I comment as I watch. Lol 😆😆

[@ashkay08]

I appreciate the fact your thoughts are in separate comments!! It makes it easier for me to follow!! Thanks for your tips 🤗

[@jujubee7351]

Your comments were super helpful , I’m going to order from the places you suggested!

[@Ectava]

@@jujubee7351 I'm glad I could help ^-^

[@blanchsemblante1969]

How do I get rid of little craters/bubbles on the surface after curing but I don’t see them before curing?

[@chrystalsouder3867]

*In a super excited happy voice* “Aww! I love that shape! It reminds me of a coffin!”😂❤️God I love this woman!

[@ArtsyMadwoman]

Lmaoo! ⚰️🖤

[@chrystalsouder3867]

Artsy Madwoman you’re priceless😂👏🏼❤️

[@liatsotto1378]

It's too sticky because it needs a little more time in the uv light. You can put it back even when It's out. In the sunshine its great, when you give it enough time

[@kristinlamar1264]

It’s crazy i was reading this as she was saying it

[@illustrationsvsart]

She is proper funny!! And always gets it really!! Exactly the same happened to me with UV resin...I do know if it's me...but I have no problems with eproxy resin and clear resin but this stuff doesn't like me...so I don't like it back...😡😡And yup it bloody stinks!!

[@MaxinesCraftynStuff]

Good first try! I like that you had all the same questions most of us did when we first started. So you are on the right track!

[@joycefuruya5054]

I love the resin crystal pendants! Also, your skin and make up is stunning!!!

[@quietinspirationcreations3448]

@Artsy Madwoman The reason they're staying sticky sometimes, is because the light can't always get through the flowers (or glitter), all you have to do is flip it and put it back in the light. The curving is caused by it curing so fast, UV resin shrinks slightly when it cures, making it pull up on the sides. To avoid it, you could try using thin layers, or putting something heavy on it when it's still warm. Your idea about layering alcohol ink between clear layers should work perfectly!

[@rebeccamead3996]

I loved the video and I’m sure people have already answered this but the stickiness just means you have to cure it more under the lamp. Also make sure you wash your hands after touching the wet resin as it can be dangerous. Finally you can get rid of air bubbles by holding a flame next to the resin when wet and it will pop all bubbles 🙂

[@claudettemiskell2763]

I love watching you, because I use uv resin, but not the regular stuff, that’s what I’m watching you for. As for baby flowers, empty fields or even lawns are good for tiny flowers. Just take a few walks. You can even get some really cool green plants such as wild geranium, or tree leaves. I really should try some other resin, so I’m excited about this. And I just watched a video a few days ago that talked about diy flower drying in the microwave, and it’s great! As for your tryout, when I can’t figure out something, I go to the Google encyclopedia. Also nail lights come in different strengths and all different lights in the same machine. Make sure it’s on LED. Also remember, nail gel is a lot thinner, so it wouldn’t take long to cook compared to your molds. Off topic. You might want to check out your ads. The first one in particular are the ones most people turn off immediately, and I’m not sure the second one is legal, mimicking police lights. I don’t know if you have any say about ads, but I’ve heard if we don’t watch the whole ad, you don’t get credit. I don’t know, if you can do anything about them, But at least you will know. I love your work, and your sense of humor. Keep it up. Blessings❣️🙏🏼

[@kathrineyamamoto4047]

You can add the eye screws later. just add a drop of resin and inbed the screw and cure it quickly.

[@RazuYazu]

For that brand of resin, I usually cure it for a bit longer under the UV light. If it still doesn't feel hard enough, I place the piece by the window to let sunlight cure the resin while I go out during the day.

[@YolimarMedina]

I have this brand of resin (uv resin hard) and the piece it is soft. I've tried everything...30 seconds, 5 minutes, place in the sun and still soft... I don't use a mold, I pour the resin into the dried flower. Does the same thing happen to you, that it is soft and breaks? I try with 36W uv lamp and uv led lamp.

[@yowgyrl]

you can also use a jewels drill to drill into the resin to glue in the eyelets.

[@kiesharodriguez6982]

after you cure it try flipping the mold over and cure it under the light again

[@sarahtucker3968]

I use UV light to do my nails at home. I found that using an antiseptic medical wipe afterwards. Gets rid of the tacky layer really well. Simply wipe all over x

[@brendalewis9457]

UV gels have a dispersion layer that get’s very sticky when you cure them. You can wipe off the dispersion layer with 90% isopropyl alcohol. Also to reduce heat spikes and the smoking you saw use thin layers or slowly introduce the piece to the light. Hope that helps!

[@kerteeveeyuh]

Do super thin layers and cure. Or let it sit in the light longer

[@jenreu]

You have to work in layers as u said for u.v resin. And ya when u "finish" cure it from the back again!

[@Aangel452]

Iv’e found these tips have helped me with UV resin work. After your necklace molds cure, you can just drill a hole with a hand tool, drop a bit of resin in the hole then put your screw in and dry the top. Also when the top of your work is dry, turn the tray over and let the underside dry under the light. Cheers luv your videos and work.

[@mizzify]

I'm so glad someone else is a mad experimenter! I think you're supposed to cure it longer which might explain why it's still wet. On another video the lass went over the surface with a lighter to get rid of the bubbles too! She's Estona metals and one of the best jewelers I know for explaining how to make things!

[@MsMonas1]

I love your video. You show the pros and cons of uv resin for a beginner. I heard that anywhere the light can't reach, uv resin wont cure. Shown by the colorant in the sea shell, and the 'shadow' under the flower. Others watching the video have posted some great tips. Now I have to try it :)

[@Nanfoodle13]

I started off using UV resin and I've switched to epoxy. UV is good for certain projects but it isnt as easy as it seems. for stickiness, as I'm sure others have said, just bake it longer and from all sides, once you can move it more, flip the mold and get the front. then I always let my pieces sit for a few hours in the sun just to make sure they're good and cured and there's no stickiness. you can use acetone or rubbing alcohol to remove stickiness from pieces but then you've got to buff and polish them so I find it's easier to wait. ink needs to be fully mixed into the resin, think like you're making an ink prison, you don't want any escaping, so I'm pretty sure alcol ink is out unless you create a clear shell around it which is probably more trouble than it's worth. I recommend Sophie and Toffee's UV resin! very little smell and they've created a UV resin specifically for molds that doesn't shrink as much.

[@maniquehaggett8970]

Thank you so much! I know I watched this 10 months late lol but I was having such a time with the UV resin kit I bought at Micheals...it doesn’t smell at all but the little UV light that came with it was broken so am using a black light and couldn’t figure out why the resin wouldn’t cure! You have a great group of followers and I am so so so happy I came across your channel you are my ultimate favorite Utuber!!

[@tammytime360]

I think you did a great job showing us how this stuff works I just ordered some off of wish so I won't be doing this anytime soon tyfs

[@BlackRose_2244]

Safety first is a must!! Gloves, mask and Goggles. Always when your using any resin, I have seen too many chemical burns and chest problems.

[@lynnantoniamarley]

I get the same way, I have to wear my mask whenever I use it. I have another UV light that I leave the pieces under for longer and always cure both sides. Once it has completely cured you don't get the smell any more. Love your content, keep it coming x

[@GreenGleem]

I'm commenting so I remember to come back to this comment section for uv resin tips 😂

[@hippiechick3210]

Did you end up using any of them or learning any others?

[@bruniabraincrumbs2211]

So glad you did this before I went out and bought everything!! Thank you!! Maybe use some essential oils to get the smell out?

[@ArtsyMadwoman]

Aww man, I should’ve done that!

[@yukiko347]

What the set reminds me of are tbe boxes of Sophie and Toffee. Their sight. They have a diffrent size uv light that is smaller.

[@RaesTurquoiseTurtle]

All of your old videos are coming up these days for me watched a bunch this weekend!

[@hollyandhummingbirdxo9988]

Beautiful pieces! With UV resin if you do it quite thick put it in for up to 5 mins. And flip it over to do the front and back. Also it's better to do thin layers. especially for the crystal mold. You will be about 3-4 layers curing fully for I would say 1-2 mins between each. Get UV resin on Sophie and Toffee or miniature Sweet. They have sourced UV reins that don't have as strong as a smell. One of them actually has a range of floral scented colored UV resin as well. Watch their videos as well as search in KZbin for sandrarts (I think that's right) she uses Sophie and Toffee UV resin in her projects. Hope all this helps. (0: I hope to follow your flowers in resin videos next spring!

[@craftsNstuffBamma]

I wonder if you're still doing UV resin pieces. I love it and started blind as well. I watched KZbins on it and that was a great help. I not only got into molds, but open bezels. They are a challenge and I've never seen big ones...all small. But I am into "mini" everything. Every craft I do is mini. It's a good thing when resin is so expensive. I ended up getting a 72W nail light as it takes my first one quite a few minutes to cure. If it's soft or tacky or both, it's not cured enough. Add more time. Once you take the object out, I pretty much always have to cure the other side as well. It's so fun, I think it's one of my favorite crafts. My supplies are not that expensive. Unfortunately, I get them from China mostly. MiniatureSweet is one of the best and super cheap places to get molds, bezels and all the wonderful things to put in your project. I get the same resin you used in this video. I tried the Hard-Thick and I don't care for it at all. The Hard-Thin is the best. Anyway, I enjoy watching all your resin videos. Thank you, cause I've learned a lot. Keep doing the UV as I really think you will get hooked!!

[@SpookyWifeSpookyLife]

I only use uv to stick things down so they dont float in regular casting resin when im doing a big project. I started with UV bc i thought it would be easier and was excited that it didnt take forever. But i bought a few different kinds and 3 different lamps and it still never cures. Clear molds, flipping and even sitting in sunlight never work. Not even shaking the bottle to make sure it was mixed [i thought maybe it was separated?] Changed it. They're always sticky. And yes it stinks and burns if left for too long under the lamp but you have to make sure its set... so.... 😤. It is frustrating lol. I'll stick to 2 part! (Also sorry i couldnt help. But thanks for listening to my rant lol. I applaud UV resin artists. No clue how they do it!!)

[@ataraxia32]

I use that brand for some pieces. For thick pieces like that I leave to cure for around 20min. Also helps to rotate or flip to make sure the light is hitting the resin. And it’s the resin that is smoking as it cures. You can add a layer and re- cure to fix those pieces. The resin is stinky, I tend to use a fan and an air filter for all resin use (as well as PPE), not just for UV.

[@elyssaberger5901]

Thank you so much for telling us about the smell!! I get migraine too. I can see that triggering one! I’ll stick to 2 part resin and wait out the cure time, unless something changes and you tell us :)

[@000snow000]

Use a respirator.

[@DDD-sc5zg]

Just found your channel, love your beauty and enthusiasm! Thank you for sharing your experience it helps us all (who hasn’t tried it) learn ;)

[@Voonsnt]

Also use a blow torch to brush over your mould to take out any bubbles, and IF you get any wet parts which I find rare, you can glaze it over with a fresh fine layer👌🏽

[@JessicaRenee13]

Sophie and Toffee is NerdECrafter's favorite resin... She uses it a LOT

[@nanaimogirl2000]

I looked at them. The price for resin is pretty good. But if I just want the resin the shipping is like 8.50

[@samanthaoddsweb]

A fellow grain???

[@PsychoMantisss]

@@nanaimogirl2000 Yeah, Miniature Sweet's price for shipping is now just as high, but due to the virus it's now like $43+ for the basic shipping.

[@peterleid5060]

You are TOO Cute!! Thanks for the tutorial - I'm not too scared to use this stuff now - I want to repair on old ceramic music box lid that was broken into many pieces - stuck it together with Cyanoacrylate and now to cover it all inside and out with this UV Resin.

[@Ectava]

Another thing about that particular brand of resin. It says it cures in a couple of minutes but it can take up to ten minutes depending on environmental factors. You could just stick it on a window sill or back under the light. ^-^

[@estherkerner5792]

Ectava what would you suggest with how it peels away from the mould and then I find it runs underneath.

[@Ectava]

@@estherkerner5792 What do you mean by "runs underneath"? Can you explain the problems you're having in more detail?

[@estherkerner5792]

As it hardens I seems to pull away away from the mould and if there is any uncured resin it runs between the piece and the mould and it dries with runs on the top of the surface. Maybe just me

[@Ectava]

@@estherkerner5792 I've asked around and some people suggested that you may be using deep moulds. Another person said you could be using a mould that doesn't work for resin. Here's what I think though. With UV resin, at least the cheaper types, you can experience some shrinkage. That could be causing your problems. Do you know what brand of resin you're using?

[@estherkerner5792]

I would say the brand used in this video. It looks the same and the smell is horrendous.

[@amethyst1826]

I asked a couple of artists, & was told that I should buy a 36watt UV lamp that's used for nails. Some put homemade covers on the front so the lights don't affect your eyes. They could cause headaches, too. I think I went too big for my first try. 🤣🤣 I attempted to make a coaster for him indoors, of 2 deuces (he's a poker player), & he's actually over the moon with it (& has probably now worked out why I was asking all sorts of poker related questions). He said we'll leave it a couple of days, then sand the sides & it'll be fine. Hmmm. He's far too easily pleased sometimes. You could put cup shaped bails, or flat bails, on your pendants.

[@yukiko347]

I almost forgot. In the Sophie and Tophee site, they have tools or mini items like a small hand drill to puncher the resin for making holes for the jump rings

[@lottehospers4858]

If you want to get the bubbles out you can use a lichter before you cure the resin I always use resin in layers it Will cure faster and its better to contral I love your Channel ❤️

[@hp77]

Looks like fun I’m going to try it. Thanks

[@Millemmia]

You seriously inspire me to try resin! I want to try it so bad but I’m still intimidated as all heck 😂

[@alyssa6876]

I know this is an older video, but I found that after curing I wash the pieces with a bit of dish soap and they lose that bit of sticky feeling and any lingering scent. At least it works for me.

[@tianabeauty3503]

For gel nails there’s always a sticky layer after curing in the lamp and we just use alcohol wipes to get rid of the tacky layer. I’m not sure if that would help with this as well

[@robertalordagarcia9992]

It's good to know,that 3 years later UV resin has come so far !!!

[@ivysandoval8320]

I’m still learning the ropes with resin and the person who was teaching me said that sometimes you have to cure it several times and with darker alcohol inks and pigment inks does take several times to cure. Im still learning though and thank you for doing your tutorial videos I love them and they have helped me out so much!

[@ivysandoval8320]

Oh and don’t for get when your doing uv resin it’s best to wear a mask so you don’t inhale the fumes

[@sherryroberson446]

Plus , I love all your videos and creations

[@mookzmom]

this is also helpful to me, as I have plans for mostly UV resin art and jewelry work. I’ve been watching all the tutorials I can find over the past months, and I’ve amassed a large supply of molds, findings and glitters/whatnots. I like seeing what others experience in the way of problems or successes as a trouble shooting guide for my own needs. Thank you so much for all you do. Because of you, I’ve also renewed my interest in preserving floral samples either by pressing or in silica . You are marvelous! I would just add that the problems would likely improve with several very thin layers rather than thicker layers, and one more tip is that with the clear-ish molds, you can turn them over with the resin inside after the first cure, and you can cure the opposite side a little extra that way in case the light missed something.

[@wirewrappedforsale]

You look like a beautiful tropical flower xoxox Love what you do ! Rock On!

[@Lilith701]

I finally made my first resin piece using dried flowers from my garden dried in silica gel, just like you! So exciting! So my question is, now that I have already completed the project, was I supposed to use hard cast or the other one from Counter Cultertedly? I’m probably spelling it wrong. Help please 🙈

[@shelleynobleart]

That was so helpful to know. Thank you!

[@jeanettejarvis9669]

i loved the shell you can watch it dry on the video you see it moving around great video thank you

[@SJ-hw9pp]

I've been using UV resin for a couple months in the trick to not get sticky pieces is have it cure a couple times under the UV lamp and do it a couple times on each side. Also wall you are working with resin do you want to be in a well ventilated area with Windows or a fan going while working with it due to the smell. Also you want to try using mica powders or regular liquid pigments to work with UV resin. I have use alcohol inks with resin and you need to cure it more times underneath the light then regular pigments.

[@gerilynne1955]

I enjoy using UV resin. I use my UV light for gel nail polish. Works great.

[@sf5741]

Wow...I'm glad I watched your video before purchasing UV resin. I'm thinking twice about using it now! 😕

[@jenniferbenoit3118]

Love watching your videos. All research I have done on UV resin you need to use the up light for a min of 90 sec per layer. Not sure if true or not but.

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

You are experiencing everything I go through every time!

[@juliecoleman9385]

When it's done totally for good the smell will go away that what I find out my self only doing for about 2 months

[@melissarandazzo245]

Ohhhh I want to know what solutions you find to the problems you faced. ... Now I really want to try it! Maybe that will be the next thing I try. 🤔

[@RealityChecks]

Depending on the mold, you must either cure it in layers or flip the mold over and cure the backside after curing the top. The UV light can cure most of the resin through the silicone molds in 60 seconds, but if there's too much or if there's anything blocking the UV from going through and through then it will not cure 100% in a single shot. My son likes to make globes, and those must be done in layers but will definitely come out hard as a rock when it's fully cured. We've never had any issues with smell, either, and I have used epoxy resin for years before trying the UV resins. It's a lot of fun when you nail it!

[@GLITTERSPARKLEUKsouthampton73]

Hey hun I'm a nail tech and just found the world of resin and when you cure gel in a lamp you get a sticky layer which feels wet but we wipe it of with isoproylol alcohol and then fine ,try wiping them with isoproypol alcohol

[@snowonn]

I love your work!!!! I have one question: If i put a fake flower in resin -what happens?

[@EfsunSaundersmakeuptemple]

That's the best uv resin I've tried, the other brands on amazon refusing to dry :(

[@pressedflowers]

Before demolding, turn the mold over and cure from the other side too. Sometimes the light doesn't get underneath the flowers if you only cure from one side.

[@gelletanas]

oh, and I forgot to say that when you light it with resin and it hardens, just that you'd know that it fully cured, I flip the mold over and shine light on it again, then when you pop it out, you won't get the wet parts like the one with the flower, you figured it out that the uv didn't get to it. flipping helps ;D

[@judyvasquez7723]

I can’t stop eating your video 😆😆 you are awesome .

[@kathrineyamamoto4047]

The resin heats up and could cause the mold to bend a little. It's best to let it cool before taking it out of the mold.

[@fnuabdillah7170]

I love your style in your tutorial. 😁

[@scoobydoo7202]

Got something similar, my nail dryer first smoked and smelt but then was all good. But this glue resin gave me a slight headache and made my eyes burn

[@Hanna-zi8um]

I use UV resin and I find it works best for small things. The thicker your piece is, the longer it takes to cure and it will also tend to get very hot if it's thick. Also, it can help to flip the mold over and cure through the mold. Clear molds are best for UV resin 😊

[@MarlenaNicolexo]

You need to cure in thin layers. I usually do 2 layers. Then I leave it under the uv for 60 seconds for the first layer, the 90 seconds for the second layer. UV resin does smoke. I reccomend wearing a mask and having a fan blowing. :-) I love UV resin it's so fun.

[@moonmorth]

I signed this video you tried a larger tube like mold. How well that work? Do the plants have to be dry before you use them? What kind of UV lamp are you using and where'd you get it?

[@colleenburr3891]

Girl you should makeup videos too! Your eyes are BOMB!!

[@obsorum]

You can use a nail uv cleaner to remove the stickiness ( all the resins leave stickiness and that is the best way to remove it ) don't worry it will not get the shine out or fuzz it anyway but you also need to use lint free wipes :D . Enjoy .

[@cassandrav4358]

Also, I can’t get over how cute You are! What eyeshadow are you wearing? It’s very pigmented and love that shade of pink!

[@myriahherrera8901]

I am so seriously happy you made this video. I was seriously considering getting UV resin and I'm so glad I didnt lmao

[@bruniabraincrumbs2211]

Right?!!! Saved me a bunch!!

[@MaxinesCraftynStuff]

I think there’s just a learning curve. I work with UV resin all the time and prefer it over epoxy due to the amount of time it takes. I’d say a full cure would be approx 20 mins. Give it a try guys!

[@sierrarichardson4127]

Question!! What is the working time for UV Resin?? Like how much time can you work with it until it starts to cure up ??

[@hilaryayres7395]

Use a cocktail stick to hold the eyelet in place across the top 👍

[@GrayeGoose]

Wow! There are some amazing tips in these comments! Thank you for this video! I think I got the same resin, lamp, and mold set that was used in the video. I am diving in tomorrow, so when I found your video, and all these amazing tips, I was so excited!! Yay! My question for you, or anyone, is how long do these need to cure? I gather they need a bit if time, but how much? I'm planning to set it in very thin layers, so there will be multiple exposures. I also loved the mirror suggestion! Thanks!! Loved this video! You saved me a lot of headaches, literally and figuratively, lol!!

[@leeosech9539]

If mine are still a little sticky I either put back under lamp or set in sun to cure fully.

[@XjtBA]

Can I use my LED lamp for my gel nails, to cure the jewelry with the UV gel?

[@dorightbyjesus_scorpion9489]

I used that brand I love it. When it starts smoking it's curing. Lol It only takes 15-20 mins. to cure unless u add colors then it's a little longer.

[@drakose1997]

I’m pretty sure you can use rubbing alcohol to get rid of the stickiness like you do with gel nails, could be completely wrong tho and try thin layers as well that might help

[@jenniferlang1393]

My daughter tried the alcohol rub she uses for gelish polish and it didn't make much difference. The resin just has to dry properly, which is a real pain in the aaaaaa......🤭🤭🤭

[@carissa813]

70% alcohol or something stronger?

[@dalilithvampbyter]

Mmmm...I have the same UV resin and most of my of my pieces have the stick layer. Drives me nuts lol. Rubbing alcohol doesn't work, it just makes your pieces dingy and dole. Although rubbing alcohol can help, but I have a mixture of tons of sanding and using a gel clear top coat...

[@jasonstrickland5251]

91% alcohol works pretty well.

[@angellaf9708]

I used alcohol but my whole resin piece turned foggy.