5 Common Mistakes Beginners Make with Full Cover Tips

Tracey is going to go over all of the common mistakes that have to do with sizing, application, and filing with Full Cover Tips.
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[@thinkpink007]

I appreciate how she explains why you do things & why you wouldn't. Alot of tutorials will assume you already know the "basic" steps like prepping the nail. But alot of ppl are self taught & appreciate explanations for the reasons why you do things. (I.e . Using the ph bond affects the glue adhesion but can be used prior to gel polish) This explains why my full coverage tips dont last long😢. Thank you for the video! ❤

[@halo-112]

I’ve tried full cover nails for a few months about five times and every time they’ve come off in the same day. I listen to your advice and now I have beautiful DIY easy manicure thank you so much I feel so pretty now.

[@krissyhansen902]

That's been problem too. I've been so frustrated. They just weren't lasting.

[@kim2306]

Also make sure you have the right type of nails for your curvature. I have very curved nails and bought the appropriate style and haven't had problems since.

[@lIJessaIl]

I file the inside of the tip where u will glue the nail and no protein bond on the natural nail; greg said that in a video he did a while ago i don’t remember it. It works out for me i can wear them for more than 2 weeks but i get impatient and remove them.

[@blindsey1043]

just in case if you don't do this already Please keep your hands out of water like sitting in the tub with your hands in water washing dishes fully submerging them causes the natural nail to expand from the water and then shrink when it dries when that happens that helps it to lift and chip If you have your hands in water if you have a rough lifestyle with your hands press on nails will be hard if not dangerous or tricky to keep on I had to tell someone that their lifestyle does not fit press on nails and depending on how you prep them you can rip your natural nail off with a press on nail on it or crack it now not the whole now but maybe just part of the nail and you know that burning feeling imagine that but worse please be careful please watch for lifting I don't want you to get a fungus either

[@aleruiz8918]

@@kim2306 where did you get yours from? I have the same curved nails!

[@denimeier8675]

Y'all don't know how exciting this video is for me, I've been racking my brain looking for a decent clear full nail tips ty so much

[@romonaliza]

Exactly

[@kelleywood4498]

“It happens, sometimes.” 😂😂😂 I had flashbacks to when I was raising my teenage boys. Just your tone of voice and how you said it took me straight back,

[@ADROBATK]

Wow, no wonder why my glue on nails never lasted xD I never did anything she said to do and I thought I was doing everything right for so many years, but since they never lasted I stopped trying. Now I can’t wait to try this again the correct way! Yay!! So excited!

[@DauphinPourpre]

Thank you, Young Nails. I'm learning so much from your page. The simple hygienic things that all of you do to protect your clients is one of the primary reasons why I wanted to learn how to do my own nails. The salons that I tried had way too many possible cross contamination issues. It wasn't worth the risk for me. Again, thank you for your thorough content. It's greatly appreciated by non professionals, too.

[@fixedly]

Just wanted to say thank you! I followed the steps exactly and my nails have now lasted me 2 weeks. I did solid 4 days of gardening and they're still holding on! Prep really is the key!

[@nattbynature]

This was incredible helpful - mine ALWAYS pop off and I couldnt figure out why but I think I was trying to force a nail that was too small! I cant wait to try it with a bigger one thank you

[@MidnightMoonMakeup]

I needed to watch this and so glad I came across it because I've been having problems with my application! Definitely got some great tips and info! Thanks so much!

[@sb47-01]

I've never tried full cover tips and after seeing this video already threw some in my amazon cart!!!! I'M SO EXCITED!!!! Thank you for this video!

[@debbiemarie1180]

I was on the fence about trying full cover, but after watching this video, I'm going to try them 🙂

[@lisawohltman4740]

Also, if the full cover tip is too small, it will cause the nail the bow and eventually start separating the layers of the natural nail from top layer to underneath layer. Depending on how small, it may change the shape of the nail until it grows out.

[@FrancesBaconandEggs]

Is there a way to know whether this is happening??? Now I’m freaking out lol

[@SpookyscarySayge]

@@FrancesBaconandEggs make sure your tips fit sidewall to sidewall, if they feel tight you need a bigger size

[@nicolestutts7346]

No it doesn’t it just pinches the natural nail!

[@nicolestutts7346]

@@FrancesBaconandEggs don’t worry that doesn’t happen, it just pinches the natural nail

[@marthaderas5314]

Thank you for the video, I’ve been trying to figure out how to get rid of the lip after applying the tip! I see now that I can just file it down + I learned I wasn’t prepping the tip right, thanks again!

[@molcol100]

I’m going to be applying full tips for the first time and this tutorial was so helpful! Thank you.

[@MitchikosUNIVERSE]

How did it go?

[@molcol100]

@@MitchikosUNIVERSE it went great! I use tips all the time now.

[@MitchikosUNIVERSE]

@@molcol100 that sounds great. I bought mine last year and haven't used full tips yet.

[@molcol100]

@@MitchikosUNIVERSE it took me a few tries to find my way. Here’s what I do: prep nails as usual, dehydrator and primer, base coat, 30 sec cure, primer on the tips, base coat, then what is best for me is I have a goose neck lamp that gives me room to carefully place the rip and get a snug fit. If there is any overflow of base coat then cure for a few seconds and then clean up the nail and go back for a few more seconds. Do 60 seconds on the lamp for the whole hand.

[@Riderlake]

@@MitchikosUNIVERSE I started using full coverage tips and I will never look back! Theyre so perfectly smooth and shaped. It makes dip application so much better

[@contiflex]

Thank you so much for explaining the process so clearly. xx

[@lesliemary9681]

Awesome! Thank you for the clear, precise demonstration.

[@samannthaswtnss9397]

I do full covers just short of the cuticle. feather it into the natural and cover with a thin but structural layer of hybrid gel. They last weeks and are beautiful.

[@Gratefullee01]

How do you take them off? Or deal with the gap from growth?

[@littlefroe3316]

Great idea

[@sweetheartmegz]

Hey I'm really interested in trying your method. Can you give me detail in the feathering process?

[@boyshanks]

This is the answer I’ve been looking for all night. Someone who blends the full covers at the cuticle. 👍 Some of the full cover nails I’ve seen have a very very tiny edge at the cuticle and I want to get rid of that. Thanks for your insight. 👏👏👏

[@ginocanchaser]

Thanks Tracie. And thank you for filling orders in the warehouse.

[@adellebrown5590]

LOVE Tracey’s word of the day TIP-ACLLY when doing a tutorial on tips 🤣💅🏼🥰🤪😘

[@MissCameroon515]

Loved this video! Definitely helped to understand what I’m doing wrong lol THANK U🙏🏾

[@patriceflowers9756]

Thank you for this video, I did my first full set with the almond shape and I wish I would have had this video. I'm glad with the way mine came out but this video would have gave the info.... I needed to take it to the next level.. I ABSOLUTELY....LOVE THESE TIPS....They are definitely not your 90's press on's... Thank you YOUNG...NAILS....❣❣❣

[@dagny_preppy]

This was SO helpful! I have never done this before and I just bought a kit from Amazon and I had no idea what to do 🤣

[@QueenOfNY10]

Thank you I’ve been doing my own nails for a while , but found that the glue wasn’t distributed evenly . you just helped me that I need to go down into the cuticle close enough to close the gaps so this seems to be working and I just wanted to say thank you very much and also I wasn’t roughing up the nail I was leaving it shiny so the polish wasn’t lasting as long either so I believe that I got the hang of it now😊

[@nanikine885]

I’d love to see you guys come out with a tapered square full cover tip. I’ve been looking all over for a good one from a brand I trust.

[@maree_21oh]

King of nail (Enail couture by Max Estrada) has some awesome tapered styles! Very reasonable prices too

[@keirfarnum6811]

@@maree_21oh Your spellcheck changed “Enail” to “Email.” Not surprising. Max has great nails; just wish he sold refill bags in specific sizes like ApresX. When one’s forefinger and ring finger are the same size, a full box of tips only half as far. 😢

[@murphdogger4]

Thank you for this! Such clear instructions and great tips

[@pippareyne4601]

I've only done full cover tips a couple times so thank you for this video!!!

[@OfficialCorinneGames]

Thank you for this video! I have ADHD so a lot of other tutorials can get hard for me to focus on/comprehend, but something about the way you speak is very easy to listen to and understand! Also, side note: You are super pretty!

[@christinepouliot6320]

Loving the new full coverage nails. Especially for myself as a nail tech so quick and easy to do on myself 🥰

[@luxeacrylic3082]

Yesh cause u can just do the nail tips on a stand then glue em on after... you know press in nails

[@Tinna177]

Hi, does is last like regular tips or does it fall off after few days/a week? Also, can I put polygel and adhere it with that? Thank you

[@NanaNan1]

That’s my plan .. but when fitting I notice a lot of room at the apex because my nails are so flat…

[@curtriceennis2924]

Sooo glad I found this video !!! I've seen many about putting polish on artificial press - on nails but none were so in - depth as this one is. I was wondering if you indeed had to prep the tops of the nails before painting them - if that would make the paint adhere better. I've also been wondering how much you need to prep your natural nail to have the glue hold the press - on nail for more than a day or two. TYSM for sharing your techniques and knowledge with us. I do appreciate your advice.

[@stacyt4768]

Would you recommend using these tips, for practicing your gel and acrylic application on yourself?

[@carina4796]

This makes so much sense to file the actual tip. Now I know why some nails fall off.

[@youngnailsinc]

This is Greg's signature brush, size 12. www.youngnails.com/products/gregs-signature-brush

[@cuppy1217]

I learned so much thank you. Love all your videos.

[@eylul4082]

Best video i’ve watched so far! Thank you🩵

[@shannon5142]

Thank you so much!! Like always you all provide the best content. I recently started using full cover tips. Just had a recent “ooops” moment. 😅 But looking at this video has given me the confidence to try it again. I tend to be heavy handed 😬 Thank you for all you do it is much appreciated!! 🥰❤️🙏🏾

[@kathytarman2302]

Great information. You’re so talented. Thank you for sharing this information. I needed this video. Thank you again.

[@husslemotivate777]

Gosh I love young nails no nail company can compare ! Love how you guys take time out of your guys days to make these videos they really do help 😌

[@ciaracruz6906]

Oh yes I needed this video 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@leele2579]

I love it here. I’m learning so I can do my own personal nails. I’m a single mom and I need to go the cheapest way 👀

[@caronnavickas7867]

Such a helpful video. Thank you for sharing.

[@itsmedee2342]

Thanks for the tips.Your work is awesome.💕

[@leele2579]

I love her. It was easy to get what she was saying being a beginner

[@nichmon3221]

Thank you for explaing all the small details.

[@rhondaarmstrong1405]

Great video! That glue name need to be just what you need because it's so good!

[@debbiegoodine5037]

Excellent tutorial for an amateur like me. Have worn gel nails for years but always done by a pro. Since I moved I haven't found a new tech.❤❤

[@youngnailsinc]

Glad it was helpful! We hope you enjoyed this video on common mistakes.

[@cbpapp]

I’ve JUST started using press on nails, so I don’t have the electric file. I’m just using a nail file to gently rough the surface of my own nails. I was going to try the builder nail products until I read the negative experiences others had, YIKES! I use Kiss glue and have had none pop off until at least a week has passed. I will admit I end up with glue on the skin around my nails when I apply the glue to the press on nail. I’ve dropped them, ended up with glue on every surface than my nail! So I’m going to try a drop of glue on my own nail and spread it over the surface of my own nail, then apply the press on nail. Thank you for all the tips and info! Much love to you in oneness! 🙏🏻❤️🕊

[@WifeyType19841]

Great video! Thanks 4 the upload

[@latelengn]

I can't wait to try this one out

[@thulimsimango]

Super helpful, thaaaaanks! 🙏🇿🇦

[@ladonnacoleman9674]

Thanks Trace ❤️

[@denimeier8675]

I love your shirt today Tracy 😍💅

[@eneresnyandoro2306]

Soooo helpful. Thank you very much.

[@queenmogul]

This video helped a lot, thanks ♥️

[@user-cp1gd6dr4w]

I love your videos always so well done 😁

[@tunnyo6691]

Thank you ! This really will help me, no wonder why my nails came off the HS e by the end of the day. Also I think when I put the fake nails on. I also put pink gel on top which a bit weird. So if I could see how to get gel polish done that be be great!

[@TrollingEveryone92]

Thank you sooooo much for this video!!! so informative

[@GlamourByB]

Thanks for the tips!

[@martinanaris2261]

What if the tips are weaker in general and if I don't have protein bond? Can I strengthen it with a builder gel? I love ur videos so much thy helped massively

[@amandablack24]

We’re nail size twins!🤣 love your guys videos!

[@thenaillady1991]

same

[@mandysnails6618]

I LOVE YOUR SHIRT!!! 👏🏻🥰

[@jasonzheng5512]

Hi, I am a big fan of YN, I have a couple questions regarding full cover tips. how many weeks can stay on our nail, using acetone to soak off or E- file. And what about fill after weeks, what type product would you recommend

[@lovable5702]

I needed this video. Thanks 😊

[@valeria20820]

Thank you so much for all this tips❤💅🏼

[@youngnailsinc]

You are so welcome!

[@biancat7761]

OMG THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!

[@that.ll_do_pig]

No wonder I start to see shrinkage as the week goes on, I haven't been prepping my press-ons before gel polish

[@hollyyoung649]

thanks for a great tutorial! I just started doing my own nails and I made one or two of these mistakes already LOL,,,at first I pushed down too hard on the gel nail, pushing it onto my skin, causing lifting and making it look a little deformed :) I just put another on and it looks so much better!

[@youngnailsinc]

Happy we could help! We hope this video on common mistakes was helpful for you.

[@TL-rt3kz]

This is so helpful!!

[@matshidisolekgetho2701]

This.. 🔥🔥🔥Love it

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you! We hope this video on common mistakes was helpful for you.

[@ninamiron5737]

Which one is your best glue for press on? With the right prep. How long will they last? I Har been trying other glues but I will love to go for yours

[@youngnailsinc]

We use this one. It comes with all of our full cover tip packs. www.youngnails.com/products/yn-nail-glue I've had them on with the glue for 3+ weeks and Tracey has even had them on for 5 weeks with the glue.

[@ESC075Chitown]

I ❤❤❤ that u came out with a vid about this BECUZ this us my 'go to'when doing my OWN nails!!! Thx Tracy &YNI Greatly appreciate the insight ❤💅..... SN: I use builder gel to stick them on and also to build up on top of the nail for added strength 💪😁

[@Aprilann871]

Yes gel builder to stick them on ia great

[@diamond2241]

Is builder gel the same thing as the rhinestone gel?

[@ESC075Chitown]

@@diamond2241 I don't believe so..... I tried securing my bling with builder gel and it didn't wrk...... not sure if it was just me but I just use rhinestone gel or nail glue resin

[@diamond2241]

@@ESC075Chitown so rhinestone gel works? I have a hard time with my nails always popping off even if I get them done in a salon. Im gonna try these tips but if there is something better than glue I wanna try it. I bought rhinestone glue a few days ago and it works well on the stones. Do I have to cure it? And if so how long?

[@judithwatson4828]

@@diamond2241 No, it's not the same thing at all. Builder gel is used to 'build' a nail, or build up a nail, for example, you want to strengthen a nail or add an apex to a flat nail, also fills gaps between the press-on nail and natural nail. Gem glue cannot build up a nail or fill the gap between press-on and natural nail, it solely designed to adhere crystals and other type of embellishments. Hope this helps!

[@Katherines_journey]

I already know most things in this video but a lot I also didn’t know so thank you sooo much have an amazing day

[@gwendolynjohnson4743]

I was just thinking about this and woke to see this video. Thanks so much.

[@sophiemccartney6770]

Would it be possible to have the placement of the nail tip be slightly away from the cuticle and then use a dip powder to blend in the cuticle area? I was wondering if doing this, instead of using half cover tips, would be then easier to remove and also less likely to damage the nail if I were to bump them, Thank you in advance. (:

[@youngnailsinc]

You can definitely use that technique. It can be easier to apply the full cover tips slightly away from the cuticle and you can blend them so there's no ridge and apply product over for a smooth transition. We have a great new video that shows a similar technique. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZDIqmiLqc1-pqcsi=VnVjn-FG3jVQkcYp

[@sarajamesaerial]

I got gel x nails done "professionally" - it was my first time, but I could tell they weren't being done well (I've had hard gel and acrylic in the past). Air bubbles, too much pressure - common sense that nails were going to pop off. And yup, one week later, my index nail pops off. I bought a kit and replaced it with a bigger size and it's stuck on well now!

I never thought to rough up the underside of the false nail as well!! 🤦🏾‍♀️ Thank you

[@heather1872]

This is new to me. Kind of like press ons. Can i ask how long does this last? Whats the diff in longevity with glue vs gell to attach tip? Thanks. Just placed an order on the site for some of those powders

[@susanwilliams3598]

Thanks for video, very informative for a diy"r. Why did you not use a basecoat before polish? Thanks

[@gonzalez-valdez8043]

Love your glasses they look very good on you.

[@MrsParra-pp7ik]

“Ah I never clean the house” lol 😂 I love it! Gotta take care of your nails 💅

[@maureencroft427]

Hi guys, great video. Can you do one that adds builder gel on for strength. Before colour. Thanks . Maureen

[@divinahbeauty250]

Quick question in terms of the width of these tips do they accommodate for a person with 20 mm wide thumb nails?

[@antoinettepienaar9096]

Kiara Sky gelly tips have a size 00 for wider thumbs, maybe have a look at it.

[@naomirobarge5650]

I have been using glue on kits (like Kiss) occasionally for 15 years and they never last. You video just taught me that I am likely using the wrong size because they tend to push into the sides of my nail bed. I just always dismissed the feeling.

[@cris.thea.kenneth]

This was so helpful

[@ItsMyLifeDaralynn]

This was a great demo .I like how laid back you are here and concise .

[@onjie32]

I never take the shine off my press ons and haven't had any problems with the polish peeling, now of course cause I said that now it'll start to 😂.

[@caprisun6910]

Ive never done it either and never had a problem

[@blueisis02]

This is SOOO HELPFUL! Thank-you so much! Do you have a vid with tips on finding full coverage, square or coffin nails for wide nail beds? I have tried 6 different brands and I'm finding that I have to do a LOT of filing the side walls to try to make the tips fit. TIA for any tips!

[@youngnailsinc]

You would definitely have to file the nail and customize it to fit the wide nail as well as the cuticle area. Start with a tip that fits the wider free edge and taper in the cuticle area.

[@CherryBlossomNailArt]

Great tips! Can we do the same with gel instead of glue?

[@youngnailsinc]

Yes, you can adhere them with gel if you would like. Just make sure to prep the inside so the gel sticks.

[@nuevaemely2522]

Thank you for sharing this vedio, I know now what is mistake to make acrylic gel.

[@Heyimvalarie18]

I find when I don't use a dehydrator and bonder/primer, they don't last long at all. With all my prep, I can get 4 weeks, without I get, like, 1.5. Then again, I use a UV glue and that's what made the biggest difference for me.

[@tristinminner4716]

Do you use the dehydrator under the full coverage nail or on top of it? I've been doing it under with my uv gel glue and they come off in a few days.

[@corirene]

@@tristinminner4716 Have you tried using a protein bond/ primer after dehydrating the nails?

[@Aprilann871]

What about prepping and painting and designing before applying the nail

[@thenaillady1991]

I do that selling my press ons. however for personal use it's best to do it first so you can be sure there are no air pockets with your glue or hard gel

[@dontlookforme1999]

I use dehydrator on my natural nail before I glue on the press on it works well for me. But I will try without next tine.

[@judithwatson4828]

Hey Tracey! Thanks so much for this video! I got a chance to see what YN Full Cover Tips look like as far as the length and the profile (how much curvature they have). Appreciate you! BTW I purchased Windfall, and it is gorgeous! Love it (and Phenomenal too)!

[@danielleguizzetti]

Do you have a recommendation for someone with flatter nail beds? Like what tips would be best. The c-curve I have is minimal so the strong c-curve tips never sit well on my nail, and I get air bubbles all the time

[@kristenwinegar9327]

I add more builder gel if the nail has a deep c curve. I have a flatter nail bed as well.

[@nautsrenata]

You could also put a layer or two of top coat on the underside of the nail tip, that way you can have the look of the curve but it fit better.

[@ALT-vz3jn]

Use more glue and don’t press the nail down, float it so the glue acts as a leveler

[@ginahires7378]

@@kristenwinegar9327 what if you have wide nails and flat i have purchase so many different kids they never fit my thumbs they too wide so they are small . what do u suggest

[@kristenwinegar9327]

@@ginahires7378 watch videos on how to measure your nail bed as most manufacturer's post their sizes. I have flat nail beds so I just add more product to fill the gap. I also found that Enailcouture's DIY gel is a game changer for application. I prep my natural nail, apply a layer of the Press On gel, then put the DIY gel on the tip and slide it on my natural nail then cure.

[@TheG1rlnxtdoor]

very informative! thank you!

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️

[@asiahdingle5824]

Can you put protein bond on the natural nail before you glue the full cover tip on to help it last longer ?

[@sebrinahanna-garcia4506]

Can we expect single size refills for the full coverage tips in the future?

[@karynneturner-prospere5961]

That's what I would like to know... can you do a refill with full cover tips...

[@karenwalker4476]

I love everything that Young Nails creates! Tracy, where did you buy your beautiful shirt/sweater? It’s my kind of shirt.😊

[@diondramaxine9128]

I was wondering the same thing 😍

[@judithwatson4828]

I too took notice of her top, it is very unique!

[@maggiehoward7020]

Great video. Can you become alllergic to base coat when using It to glue a full tips ?? X

[@mamacass7967]

Interesting. I've painted over full tips with regular, non gel polish tonsssss of times, never did any of that prep and never ever had a problem with polish lasting or chipping. I prep my own nail of course... just never the surface of the nail tip for polish 🤷‍♀️

[@kathieharrop3053]

Hi there. If you were to use dipping powder, would you use the protein bond first? Or go directly into the dipping procedure?

[@youngnailsinc]

It depends on which method you were using. If you are using the usual 4 step method (prep, base, activator, top coat) then no, you would not use protein bond.

[@GloryLocks6]

How do you/ are you able to use full cover tips on a person who has flat nail beds? When I size the nail, there is a large gap between the nail plate and the artificial nail. Are there ways to work around this issue?

[@blugurl2021]

Good question same here

[@krisbenton4816]

This explains so much! No wonder my nails pop off.