A Beginner's Guide to Perfect Nail Fills

If you’re struggling with your fills- this video is for you! Today Greg explains how finger angle, pearl size and technique all come together for a flawless fill.
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“How do two brothers get into the nail care business?” This is the single most common question people ask us. There’s a long and rocky version but we’ll give you the short one. We have our fearless and unconventional mother, Young Salo, to thank. With a single-minded entrepreneurial spirit, she decided to start her own business at the age of 49. She had a passion for the nail industry and we did everything in our power to support her. In the end, this is a family business.
Greg, the older brother, became a licensed nail technician after switching gears from fire fighter’s training. He is energy personified and has a true passion for developing the best professional nail care products and education. Habib is the younger brother. He jumped in a few years later; taking a detour from medical school and a life in music. He brings his own creative mind for business, marketing and strategy. Unexpectedly, we are a perfect team.
Today, more than 20 years later, Young Nails Inc., is a professional nail care manufacturing company exporting to over 40 countries worldwide and distributing domestically to over 3000 stores. We’re respected for our next-level product innovation and education. Our mission is to bring you the best quality products and we’ll show you how to use them with incredible results. It’s really that simple.
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[@gingerbread1212]

I paid $5500 to go to nail school for 5 months until October 2020 and I have learned MORE from Young Nails than from my nail tech class. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Wish I lived near you so I could have enrolled in your school instead.

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[@zaram3932]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, YOU’RE AN AMAZING TEACHER. Thank you 😊

[@youngnailsinc]

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[@101beautybox]

@@youngnailsinc how long should a refill take to do ?

[@lazer2521]

I started my passion for nail art during the pandemic. I don't know everything, but these tutorials have been a huge help.

[@50shadesofunicorn20]

Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge with the public, PARTICULARLY during the pandemic! Many of us still wanted beautiful nails, many of us may even use doing our nails & nail art as a way to cope, & I’m so grateful for the wonderful teachers like you, who are so generous with that knowledge! I love YN Products too!

[@coriblue6097]

You have the most RELAXING voice... I could watch & listen to your videos all day.

[@ssc4153]

My problem is that I tend to be such a perfectionist when it comes to the cuticle edge.....I really need to work on this! I have switched from using tips to using forms and I LOVE IT! My nails underneath feel so good.....they feel really natural....when I wore tips my fingernails actually hurt, but now that I have a set on and I used forms, I am not experiencing that pain at all. I am so thankful to you Greg, for being such a great teacher and not only explaining but showing how it's done. I'm a visual learner so it helps tremendously to see how it is actually done. Thanks Greg!

[@youngnailsinc]

Happy to hear

[@bonzerelli1456]

Wow the dab dab dab instead of pulling brush through powder total game changer!!! You guys are amazing teachers!

[@pfumero627]

When I was 21 I took cosmetology class to learn how to do nails, and I used to do acrylics for myself and for my grandmother I did not have any experience at all. Our nails were extremely messy, but I was learning. I think it’s a perfect idea. Spending money every single month. I want to learn how to do that. In 2020 during Covid, I learn how to do regular gel nails. Every month I do my grandmother‘s manicure in gel. I do my own gel pedicure just to save money, and spend $30 every month for my refills and gel manicure.

[@youngnailsinc]

Thanks for sharing! We hope this video on perfect nail fills was helpful for you.

[@Bbykns]

Oh my god I am so thankful I have found your channel. I've been trying to do my own acrylics for years now but no matter how many tutorials I watch, I just can't seem to get the hang of filling in my nails. I was going to go to a salon and get them filled but instead followed this video and my nails look so good!! I cannot thank you enough Greg!

[@kannikabaochai7320]

The best ever KZbinr for beginners nail tech I find thank u so much

[@MzEbony_Luvz]

I could sit, watch and listen all day. Such a great teacher and always elevating..

[@imrah8466]

Youre the reason I'm now better at my cuticle application. Thank you🥺😊

[@TheNutlife]

Thank you for your indepth tutorials. I have a greater understanding of acrylic placement and have began to love acrylic more than gel. I just started using yn.. speed powder and love how it stays where you place it. Thank you again. I would love to take a class with you guys . Keep up the awesome lessons. 👌🙏

[@veetee4413]

I just want to say thank you for your help! I was able to do my own back fill I wish I could show you a picture it’s only my second time trying but because of the way you taught I was able to do it! ❤️

[@igen-vagy-nem]

Love how gentle you are. The local walk in nail place always is so rough and cuts me.

[@peculiarone339]

I hate that!! I always get cut too, so unprofessional.

[@jenniferingramakajlynnsnai8184]

You are an amazing teacher Greg. I hope to one day meet the master.

[@kathytarman2302]

Thank you for sharing this. It helps me so much. Thank you for all your videos.

[@youngnailsinc]

You are so welcome!

[@arrah5472]

This. Was. AWESOME! 💅🏾

[@joannenunn7685]

Great tutorial! Thanks 😊

[@paradiseacres9724]

Flawless... as always!!! Thanks again Greg!!

[@youngnailsinc]

My pleasure!

[@ItsMeDee60]

Thank you amazing info and demos, always.

[@youngnailsinc]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jessijacobs8]

PERFECTION AS ALWAYS!!!! 💜🔥💜🔥

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you!!

[@idkjess2677]

I love your videos. 2 days straight just watching videos. Definitely been learning,before I get my kit. Feeling excited

[@youngnailsinc]

❤️

[@cherokee_2sides730]

I do nails for 15 years still watching and learning everyday.

[@KathyMcDowell1]

Flawless self leveling applicationnnnnnnnn💕thank you

[@youngnailsinc]

You're so welcome!

[@Ggirl416]

This is awesome thank you

[@justanotherperson584]

Beautiful

[@Glam_GlittzNails]

Awesome ❤ thank you 🙏🏼

[@Bird-xr1qz]

Sweet. Thanks

[@joslynnford7742]

This is very helpful, thank you 😊

[@youngnailsinc]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariedubon4089]

Thank you for this 😊

[@ItskelzUbeezy]

Thanks for this 🥰

[@debbiep99]

Their files are amazing! Just got my professional kit! Love it!

[@youngnailsinc]

Thanks

[@SWEETSJEM805]

Best fill video on you tube you guys rock ty:)

[@youngnailsinc]

thanks

[@nayrevirgs3835]

Love it

[@sandykuelling3189]

When you pulled the acrylic forward on the left side there was a small gap between the acrylic & sidewall. After you were done filing the gap was gone. I have this problem almost every time I do a fill. But after I file the gap is still there. How do you make it look blended when there was no acrylic applied in that small gap?

[@gloriakois3518]

I agree. "in the real world" once this grows out, wouldn't it cause problems. I have crazy cuticle clients and I struggle with blending and trying to make sure there's enough coverage and strength.

[@youngnailsinc]

That's why it is important to have protein bond prior to your gel top coat because the gel can smooth in any missing spots leaving a flush finish. It is better to be shy of the cuticle/side walls than in contact because contact will guarantee lifting issues. The gel top coat can fill in any gaps

[@elisegracesanchez]

YoungNailsInc what is the protein bond for?

[@youngnailsinc]

Helps everything adhere better

[@alliyahjones7866]

YoungNailsInc if you wanted to use a color gel would it still fill in that gap ?

[@nicolesamuel7948]

You have a new subscriber✌ Your work is so beautiful and neat❤

[@nicholeholcomb6843]

I love your videos! Wish I could attend your school!

[@jacquelinedimattia774]

Thanks Maestro ❤️

[@youngnailsinc]

Any time

[@theresaharmse2905]

Greg, you are doing for nail enhancements what Steve Jobs did for cellphones. Think about it...... 😍😍

[@theresaharmse2905]

Young Nails brand is a culture, just like iPhone.

[@youngnailsinc]

lol thank you

[@deygon89]

Very helpful!!!

[@youngnailsinc]

Awesome!

[@HOLLYWOOD-pw9kz]

Being a Beginner I find this video very helpful 😉 thanks guys!

[@youngnailsinc]

So glad!

[@hasnainhasnain3930]

R he r

[@Barbysluxurynails]

Hi, my full set looks nice but my refill/infill did not look great so thank u for this video I will try this technique on my refill/infill next time. 🥰😊

[@starrnails7959]

Thank you ☺

[@youngnailsinc]

You're welcome 😊

[@kendylewis8104]

Thankyou

[@nessa12370]

Thank youu ☺️

[@youngnailsinc]

You’re welcome 😊

[@buciemaphosa3954]

You the best

[@youngnailsinc]

You’re the best! No, really, you are! 😎

[@katrinasheets2997]

Great video and Greg is so detailed as always! Could you do a video forthis for a gel fill as well? Thanks so much!

[@youngnailsinc]

Sure thing!

[@katrinasheets2997]

@@youngnailsinc Thank you so much- looking forward to it

[@AbbieCabella]

This video is AWESOME. What grit was the file used 100 or 180?

[@Un4gettable1]

Before I finish watching, just want to ask & share , so one of my acrylics broke off and I just reshaped my nails & I cheated , I used a tip with clear dip for foundation until my fresh acrylic comes. I’m not professional so, I’d like to know if I have to remove all of the dip and start w the tip and acrylic? Or can I keep the dip tip thing and add the apex on top of the “fake it til I make it “ mail?

[@Nickaimarie]

Is protein bond the same as a dehydrator ? If not do I still dehydrate and then use the protein bond?

[@robinjoy2789]

You made it look so easy but it's not lol this is a rlly good explanation thnx!! 👏

[@amkayss13]

💅♥️♥️🥰🥰👑👑💪🏼😇🤩💅I just really appreciate all your videos. Over Covid, I’ve bought gel& acrylic nails from Amazon! So like 2 & half years! It’s that how long Covid has been going? Your channel, along with a few others. I learned so, so much! I really appreciate you guys! It’s nice to do my own nails! Many blessings nail kings! ♥️🥰💅💪🏼😇😇💪🏼💪🏼💅💅♥️🥰👑👑😇😇

[@caseys.manning8758]

Love your educational videos; I always learn something! PS: This would be a great video to do using gel!

[@youngnailsinc]

For sure, more videos coming daily

[@loyaltyasmr5449]

I want the pro kit soo bad!!! But cant afford it yet :/ add to wishlist 😆

[@youngnailsinc]

Stay tuned for sales! Always a great time to buy

[@loyaltyasmr5449]

@@youngnailsinc 💓💗

[@Sheribee]

@@youngnailsinc am waiting hope fully I know when

[@annavalencia7997]

I always recommend that one when girls on videos ask for a starter kit. It’s a complete kit and for the price you get so much stuff and a great brush. Wait for a sale i seen it go for 85 i believe 😊

[@hisforharley2022]

Woah! So if it's the same color or shade, one small bead will do. Nothing needs to be removed?

[@youngnailsinc]

If you didn’t add any gel polish on top you would just prep the nail by remove if the shine with a 150 grit sanding band, cleanse with swipe, apply a coat of protein bond and then fill the nail with the same color acrylic.

[@tishmoses3814]

Do anyone know if they have a video that shows the nail bits and what each of them are used for but what are the main ones we use? UGH he makes this look so easy

[@youngnailsinc]

We do, just search bits right here on our channel and multiple videos will appear

[@pamelakitchens5549]

Do I need to remove the topcoat before refilling and what other nail prep before refilling besides cuticle work

[@youngnailsinc]

Checkout this video and playlist of our Real Time videos. You can see start to finish how to do different sets and designs, including fills. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYeaZJKiha-ehdE kzbin.info/aero/PLbrhuNO154v0p9T9BWpV7V-USnMwIFmqN

[@ashleyknowles2036]

Did you do a video of you preparing the nails before the fill?

[@youngnailsinc]

Here in this video, Tracey shows the prep for a fill and a rebalance.kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKrIaGljhc6pq7M

[@franklinamanda3425]

Great voice! How long does it take the acrylic to dry before filling ?

[@youngnailsinc]

It depends on some different factors. We have 3 types of powders that have different setting speeds. Warm temperatures also makes acrylic dry more quickly. You know it's set when you tap the back of your brush on the nails and you can hear a clicking sound.

[@exo-zaddy4886]

sooo are you sanding the nails or?

[@yasamansafiri6643]

Could you pls share your acrylics brand ? Which brand do you recommend/use ? Thanks a lot 😊

[@youngnailsinc]

We use our own brand, Young Nails.

[@ng.6880]

STUNNING 🤩🤩 what’s the name of this acrylic powder?

[@youngnailsinc]

It's our cover pink acrylic powder.

[@ng.6880]

@@youngnailsinc THANK YOU very much! I’ll be checking out your website to get it

[@myhienchau605]

👏🏼👏🏼❤️

[@mslizzy03]

Do you always use the protein bond right before the top coat? Why?

[@youngnailsinc]

Yes, prevents chipping

[@JennyRamos25]

💯 💪🏼 💅🏻

[@youngnailsinc]

Thanks

[@beverly744]

when is the acrylic trial kit going to get back in stock? I’ve been waiting 😣

[@youngnailsinc]

ASAP working hard to replenish everything

[@JellicleNat]

What if the old acrylics are falling off and borderline broken?

[@SarahhhBeth]

Removal and a new set would be needed

[@owomushi_vr]

Thank you. I have really thin nails and i bought myself a kit. To fill my nails in myself. I dont like paying $50 a month on nails when im a guy and just want my nails to look nice and natural.

[@jessschmink6274]

I have a question what if I don’t have protein to put on after filling it is there anything else I can do

[@youngnailsinc]

Your top coat will still adhere, but the Protein Bond is just added insurance. It will also ensure the nail looks crystal clear and you don't see any filing scratches. So if you don't use the Protein Bond, you will have a smooth finish, but you may still see the slightest filing lines. Cleanse the nail with Swipe as best as you can to avoid seeing them.

[@JanetWassouf]

You did not use dehydrator nor primer?

[@youngnailsinc]

Swipe is our dehydrator/cleanser and protein bond is our non-acid primer/bonder.

[@SinaMuscarina]

How to do refill for pinched nails? If there’s grow “down at the end of the nail (tip).The correction bothers me. Some always remove nails and renew but is there another way ?

[@youngnailsinc]

If you are filling a stiletto or coffin shaped nail that is tightly pinched, as it grows out, that pinch will grow out as well. The only way to maintain that tight pinch is after a few fills, clip off the free edge and re-sculpt and re-pinch the extension. Here's a great video to show you how and why you need to do this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5jUknuAltV-mdE

[@alishagarcia11]

Why do you place protein bond before top coat?

[@youngnailsinc]

It helps prevent chipping/peeling. You can also apply protein bond just like in the video and then apply yout gel polish color and then top coat.

[@3CrossMom]

I’m teaching myself how to apply acrylic nails. With that being said, 1) what is a ledge? 2) what does flush with a natural nail mean?

[@youngnailsinc]

A ledge can occur when the acrylic is not smooth to the surface of your natural nail. Being flush to the natural nail is just a way of saying smooth, by a smooth application as shown here, and refining the shape when file finishing.

[@3CrossMom]

YoungNailsInc Oh ok I understand now. Meaning the ledge = what you could pick at like stated in the video. Thank you, I understand both now.

[@ambrag2cute358]

Is protein bond primer?

[@youngnailsinc]

Protein bond is a non acid primer.. it doesn’t chemically etch the nail like a traditional primer does. Protein stays sticky.. sticks to the natural nail and then sticks the product. Here is a video on Protein Bond & how to use it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYqbfKmMgK-fh6c

[@gelleditnails]

What the heck there's two of you?! Jkjk 😂 thanks for the info as always so very helpful

[@visualsiren89x]

Is protein bond the same as pH bond ?

[@youngnailsinc]

Protein bond is a non acid primer.. it doesn’t chemically etch the nail like a traditional primer does. Protein stays sticky.. sticks to the natural nail and then sticks the product. Here is a video on Protein Bond & how to use it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYqbfKmMgK-fh6c

[@Tamara-mm7us]

I may have missed it, but what acrylic color are you using?

[@youngnailsinc]

It's our Cover Pink Acrylic powder. www.youngnails.com/products/45g-acrylic-powder?variant=40175993651336

[@Tamara-mm7us]

@@youngnailsinc Awesome, thank you! I’m planning to order one of the acrylic kits later this week. I can’t wait to give it a try! ♥️

[@kimbershark]

What color is the acrylic powder?

[@youngnailsinc]

It is our Cover Pink acrylic powder from our original, pink label line.

[@elisegracesanchez]

How do you get the acrylic off of your brush?

[@youngnailsinc]

Wiping your brush after each contact and cleaning with monomer

[@elisegracesanchez]

YoungNailsInc thank you! That really helped!

[@debbieforseth254]

Thank you. #TEAMYN

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you

[@user-ww7rs1cz4l]

What kind of acrylic are you using and color ? Thx !

[@youngnailsinc]

This is our cover pink acrylic from our original pink label line.

[@user-ww7rs1cz4l]

Thank you !!❤

[@user-ww7rs1cz4l]

I know it’s the pink one yn but I’m interested to buy the exact same color as you showing in video but I can’t find it under that name :( ..-cover pink.. I’m sorry I’m new to this there’s so many different shades and I need the name pls also there’s separate kits but I’d like to purchase a few things and just the acrylic itself in the exact color 🥹

[@user-ww7rs1cz4l]

@@youngnailsincalso what color would you recommend more closer to natural baby pink beautiful subtle pink in acrylic , thank you !

[@youngnailsinc]

Cover pink is the exact name and it is under the sale tab on our website right now as it is in a special discount.

[@se9535]

What size brush is this?

[@youngnailsinc]

it's greg's signature brush, size 12

[@user-yf3qo9bq3r]

What size brush for beginners fills??????

[@youngnailsinc]

Brush size is really just a preference, but we usually recommend a size 9 for beginners.

[@user-yf3qo9bq3r]

@@youngnailsinc Thank you so much for your response. Ordered brush today. I’m a beginner and the feral on my brush is way too big. Just wanted to do my own nails. I subscribed today. I’m gonna be looking for you!!

[@milisablan]

Por que no le ponen subtítulos en español, yo aunque no le entienda al idioma me gusta verlos

[@youngnailsinc]

We have a full playlist with subtitles "young nails international"

[@nourshanhannan7805]

You only ship your products within the US😭 any other products/company would you recommend for Europe?

[@youngnailsinc]

Our website only ships to the continental US. We will link our list of distributors so you can see who sells our products near you. If you don’t see a distributor in your country, simply zoom out on the map until the closest one pops up and get in contact to see if they ship to your location. www.youngnails.com/pages/locate-distributor

[@nourshanhannan7805]

@@youngnailsinc OMG thank you so much!!!

[@amberwatkins6084]

I hope he fixed what he didn't fill with the acrylic on them sides

[@hashslingingslasher4214]

right! i couldnt stop staring at them

[@xana1987x]

Those edges don’t look right to me the naked part is really bothering me 😣

[@youngnailsinc]

Thank you for the feedback, we will let the team know.

[@ericalexander3816]

I'm sorry, I'm a OCD nail tech and that left side is going to hook into something.

[@yooxi1630]

I'm watching this bc I wanna fill my own. Hopefully mine come out.. Wish me luck ‼️‼️