Help! My Gel Polish Isn't Drying | What The Moisture Layer Is

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  • Опубліковано 5 гру 2018
  • Hey guys! I've been getting a ton of questions about gel polish not drying. It's actually a pretty common misconception and I'd like to show you what that sticky stuff you're seeing all the time is! It's the moisture layer. I hope this helps solve your problem, but if not please feel free to leave a comment or message me or the brand. We will be happy to help!
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  • @unbelibrable
    @unbelibrable 3 роки тому +139

    Thank you so much!! I legit sat with my hand under the light for 30 mins and was mad it still wasn’t “dry”

    • @FC-hj9ub
      @FC-hj9ub 3 роки тому +5

      Same

    • @wendydokos1394
      @wendydokos1394 3 роки тому +6

      Me too! I kept resetting and re "lighting" my nails. Seemed forEVER! Such a huge help. Thank you!

    • @liselotje6824
      @liselotje6824 3 роки тому +1

      Yep same haha 😂

    • @RubyHtoo3
      @RubyHtoo3 2 роки тому +4

      Me too haha that why I’m here in UA-cam lol

    • @darcieellisor8594
      @darcieellisor8594 2 роки тому +1

      Right?

  • @nefenzinga
    @nefenzinga 4 роки тому +273

    This was so helpful I thought I got some bullshit lamp from Amazon

    • @ellieperez5999
      @ellieperez5999 4 роки тому +1

      Nefe facts

    • @joannie420
      @joannie420 4 роки тому +24

      Girl that’s what I’m going through right now! I was like “wow this little piece of shit better be free to return”

    • @emmagiwa
      @emmagiwa 4 роки тому

      Same!! I had same issue

    • @dakotacruz6772
      @dakotacruz6772 3 роки тому

      Im happy I found this cuz I was saying the same thing

    • @mariaangelabenitez9881
      @mariaangelabenitez9881 3 роки тому

      Shiiiittt me too

  • @underratedunity1528
    @underratedunity1528 4 роки тому +74

    Oh my God I’ve just started with gel nails and I was about to return my lamp because I thought it wasn’t strong enough, I have Googled so much and I never heard the term “moisture layer”. You are a legend! Thank you so much

  • @bees_nail_art82
    @bees_nail_art82 5 років тому +109

    Thank you for this video I just tried gel poilsh for the 1st time & didn't know why this was happening to me

  • @SylviaSitsInRain
    @SylviaSitsInRain 2 роки тому +12

    Using gel polish to seal in some artwork on a project. The piece was under my lamp for a good 3 minutes and was still so sticky. Finally watched this video and oh man! What a life saver! Thank you so much for sharing this! Took an alcohol wipe to it and it's all good. 💕

  • @leftoclock
    @leftoclock 4 роки тому +42

    Oh gosh, TAHNK YOU A LOT, this video deserves much more likes! I discovered by accident when I was about to remove the nail polish on my very first (beginner-noob) application, and I saw that a quick pass with acetone let it drier/non sticky. So, I tried with a product I bought for degreasing nail and then I saw in the instruction that it also works as a wash off for this last layer lol. I didn't understand how it worked and then found this video! I shall try it with alcohol next time :)

  • @SaucyMuffins
    @SaucyMuffins 3 роки тому +7

    So helpful. I thought my base coat wasn't drying. I sat for 10 minutes, each hand, curing my nails until the base was totally dry.

  • @user-bn2pg3mp2d
    @user-bn2pg3mp2d 3 роки тому +13

    Thank you so much for making this video! Literally was so upset I bought a LED lamp and a UV lamp, and thought neither were drying my nails! I just needed to wipe with alcohol. Thank you so much learned everything I needed to know!

  • @VictoriaPerryy
    @VictoriaPerryy 5 років тому +8

    Thank you for explaining everything!! 😭❤️ I’ve been loving the gel polishes and day slayer gel builder, but wasn’t sure if I did it right at first. This was so thorough and helpful! Thank youuuu 😊

  • @raquelfreeman81
    @raquelfreeman81 4 роки тому +15

    Thank you so much for this video. U saved my nails. I kept thinking I was doing something wrong or that my lamp was good. I am so grateful for this video.

  • @phyllis_Zee
    @phyllis_Zee 3 роки тому +3

    You're a queen... I've been struggling and wondering why my soft gel won't fully cure.. Now that you've explained in detail, I get it. Thank you kindly lady ❤️

  • @torihays
    @torihays 2 роки тому +2

    Yay! You saved my hands from so much unnecessary aging from that light! This is amazing.

  • @debbiegreene7037
    @debbiegreene7037 4 роки тому +5

    This video has saved me!! I was about to go buy another lamp thinking that is why my nails are so tacky. Thank you!

  • @phoebelo9532
    @phoebelo9532 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you for making this very informative video! You explained everything about sticky gel polish. You're awesome!

  • @victordemarco01
    @victordemarco01 4 роки тому +8

    I cannot tell you how greatful i am for your post. I have been trying to figure out what i have been doing wrong. I also think the moisture layer getting on my skin is what has caused 3 allergic reactions. I think i was overexposing my skin to the gel. Just subb'd and i am looking forward to watching more of your vids

  • @handmadebylayne
    @handmadebylayne 4 роки тому +25

    Omgggggggggggg thank you so much!!! I used gel polish tonight for the first time and must have put it under the lamp over and over for 10 mins or more! It was just the moisture layer!!!! I'm so happy to learn this.

    • @raquelfreeman81
      @raquelfreeman81 4 роки тому +4

      I did this too n thought my lamp wasnt good enough. I am so happy for this video

  • @maryalycecharles4478
    @maryalycecharles4478 5 років тому +5

    Stephanie I'm learning so much from your videos..Amazing nail polish amazing everything

  • @MegaLifeHappiness
    @MegaLifeHappiness 2 роки тому +1

    This video was a blessing. I can't thank you enough

  • @juliaramos6993
    @juliaramos6993 5 років тому +40

    This was so helpful thank you Stephanie!

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  5 років тому

      Julia Ramos Yay!! I’m so happy it helped! ❤️❤️🥰 Thanks for letting me know!

  • @emmagiwa
    @emmagiwa 4 роки тому +3

    Omg thank you so much!! I thought I bought I old product off eBay ... this helps me very much xx

  • @cassidiehailley4100
    @cassidiehailley4100 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this ❤️ I have builder gel I just want to strengthen my nails I thought something was wrong was about to give up 😐 and then I saw this thanks. 😊

  • @dsmith019
    @dsmith019 4 роки тому +13

    One problem solved, now I need to find out why my nails start to come off in only one week no matter how much I dehydrate the nails. I gotta fix this, I don't want to end up back in the nail salon again. Thanks for sharing this tip.

    • @nylahlawrence6706
      @nylahlawrence6706 4 роки тому +1

      Work on your apex & after I glue the nail on I make sure it drys then on top of it I add glue

    • @barbaragriffith1609
      @barbaragriffith1609 2 роки тому

      Try adding a primer between your dehydrator and base coat.

  • @Shaniecyyy
    @Shaniecyyy Місяць тому

    Omg thank you so much girl, I used hand sanitiser with 70% alcohol and it worked just as well. Thank you sooooo much😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️✨✨✨✨✨🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @ThePamyurin
    @ThePamyurin 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much this helped me a lot!!

  • @yeldemaydin
    @yeldemaydin 2 роки тому

    Omg !! This is amazing ! Thank you ! I was panicking

  • @noemilps.
    @noemilps. 4 роки тому +3

    Omg thank you so much! I have been keeping my nails under the uv light for like 1 hour straight, this was truly helpful!

  • @HiLifeItsMe
    @HiLifeItsMe Рік тому

    You just saved my night. Thanks so much. I was so confused. 😂😂😂❤

  • @theskinaccount5655
    @theskinaccount5655 3 роки тому +2

    This video made me feel less bad for my practice dummy hand lol. Thanks!

  • @morsabornido8120
    @morsabornido8120 3 роки тому

    Thank u so much for clearing things up!

  • @ernestmaharani4926
    @ernestmaharani4926 4 роки тому +2

    so helpful. thank you so much.

  • @fromgreciawithlove.
    @fromgreciawithlove. 4 роки тому +3

    THANK YOU! ❤️

  • @nwabisaqutu8295
    @nwabisaqutu8295 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much, I was starting to lose my mind🤣🤣

  • @Crystal_Bautistaa
    @Crystal_Bautistaa 2 роки тому

    Thank you for your help! But I never had to di this to my polishes till now why do you think?

  • @bfnfnfxbxb803
    @bfnfnfxbxb803 4 роки тому +19

    Hi! When i wipe the tacy top coat it does leave my nails non sticking but the thing is that it also wipes the shine from my topcoat 🥺 I don’t know why it does that?

    • @sakictamara3101
      @sakictamara3101 3 роки тому +3

      It also happened to me, but i realised that my top coat is bad and ut doesnt dry, try a better top coat thats no wipe, i hope it helps

    • @nailsbyshivangi_
      @nailsbyshivangi_ Рік тому +1

      I have a same question

  • @tiaxmonae8790
    @tiaxmonae8790 3 роки тому

    This was soooo helpful thank you so much

  • @anekahbotha1643
    @anekahbotha1643 4 роки тому +7

    Feeling a little dumb rn , thought my lamp was broken haha ... Good to know 😂🙈

  • @meowrchl97
    @meowrchl97 2 роки тому +1

    Holy frigg tysm! I just bought uv builder gel, the directions said to cure for two minutes, I know with gel polish there's a sticky layer but this was wet wet, was scared I bought a bad product!

  • @mernuskaadams9377
    @mernuskaadams9377 3 роки тому

    Thanks for that tip..is it normal for the top coat to also have that moisture layer it's like I'm keeping my nails under the lamp for almost half an hour n stil it's not 100% dry

  • @bees_nail_art82
    @bees_nail_art82 5 років тому +2

    Can you use non acetone remover to remove the sticky layer?

  • @callieodom2469
    @callieodom2469 5 років тому +2

    Did you put those tips on with just gel polish?

  • @MrRocks2050
    @MrRocks2050 4 місяці тому

    Lifesaver!

  • @mommadeenaa
    @mommadeenaa 4 роки тому +2

    Will Soap And Water Work If I Cant Find rubbing alcohol?

  • @Monymou21
    @Monymou21 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much

  • @eneresnyandoro2306
    @eneresnyandoro2306 3 роки тому

    Thank you very much for the video.i got my nail lamp yesterday and i was so excited to do my nails today.i finish now now to remove the gel polish because it didn't dry well 😭😭😭 and it was mess after i mistakenly touch the wall 😭😭😭.

  • @lendathage1909
    @lendathage1909 2 роки тому

    Thank you very much 💖💖💖

  • @foxcatherineee
    @foxcatherineee 3 роки тому

    I love you now. Tysm

  • @bloveeely
    @bloveeely 3 роки тому

    Thank youuuu!!!!!

  • @zawarudo93
    @zawarudo93 2 роки тому

    So it’s fine if we apply regular nail polish on top of this sticky layer?

  • @nailsbyshivangi_
    @nailsbyshivangi_ Рік тому

    Thank you 💕

  • @morgansellers6916
    @morgansellers6916 4 роки тому +2

    This was so helpful thank you!!

  • @xo.mulaaa
    @xo.mulaaa 2 роки тому +1

    I been lied too for a year 😭😒 oh my gosh so I also got this gel cleanser from Mia secret is that for the tacky stuff?

  • @cecicebollita4774
    @cecicebollita4774 3 роки тому

    What about the UV Gel residue wipes the gel came with!?

  • @michellewilson8407
    @michellewilson8407 3 роки тому +8

    Okay hear me out. I didn’t have rubbing alcohol so I was thinking of stuff around the house with it... I just put vodka on my nails and it removed that sticky layer 🤣

  • @superstarmelissadawn
    @superstarmelissadawn 4 роки тому +1

    You can also use alcohol to wipe the sticky off the top of the gel

  • @pemphomwale9374
    @pemphomwale9374 3 роки тому

    Very helpful

  • @michellewareham2404
    @michellewareham2404 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for the video!!!!!!! I spent like a really long time trying to cure the builder gel 😂😂😂🤦‍♀️

  • @SLMain5
    @SLMain5 5 років тому

    TFS Great information

  • @user-el5vw7bn3x
    @user-el5vw7bn3x 3 роки тому

    Hello ma'am I want to ask that my polygel is not drying I have try it many times I have no LED lamp plz plz plz tell me something

  • @margiefougeron1619
    @margiefougeron1619 4 роки тому

    trying to do my own fill ins during nail salons are closed due to Covid 19. I bought products on line and have my own polish from my nail technician. But don't have a uv light. First attempt was a disaster.. polish remained tacky for hours. Should I be using a regular polish? What tips can you provide?? Help!

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому +1

      Margie Fougeron If you are using gel you MUST have a lamp or it will never cure. So all you need is a lamp! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @m.flowers6920
    @m.flowers6920 5 років тому +12

    Just for me!😂😂😂

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  5 років тому +1

      bhahaha I got you boo! xoxo But you're not the only one hehe So I'm happy to make this video to better explain things! Thanks for bringing it to my attention! xoxoxo

    • @m.flowers6920
      @m.flowers6920 5 років тому

      @@StephanieMarieW glad I could help😂😂😂xoxo

  • @UMEJASS
    @UMEJASS 2 місяці тому

    Supe helpful

  • @marianacardona5678
    @marianacardona5678 3 роки тому

    Can I use 90% alcohol isopropyl?

  • @Trinatime
    @Trinatime 3 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @nailsbyshivangi_
    @nailsbyshivangi_ Рік тому

    If I m wipe acetone free is it helpful?

  • @jasminesumsion1216
    @jasminesumsion1216 3 роки тому

    Can I use acetone too?

  • @conniewhooptoot5412
    @conniewhooptoot5412 3 роки тому

    you need a special
    UV lamp for it to work not those big ones but super small ones

  • @lotsoflove5378
    @lotsoflove5378 4 роки тому +5

    i just got my toe nails painted by a professional and they keep doing this!

  • @jewelliannew6172
    @jewelliannew6172 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you, I thought my led/uv wasn't working!

  • @bubbles8602
    @bubbles8602 Місяць тому

    Why does the gel bend? Im not sure what i did wrong

  • @maceycaron4910
    @maceycaron4910 4 роки тому

    OK so like my gel nails literally won’t dry at all. I got a really high end UV lamp and my thumb and my index finger won’t dry for some reason I don’t know what to do

  • @whatever_r_r
    @whatever_r_r 4 роки тому

    Whats the base coat u used before the gel polish is it same as the top coat ??

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому +1

      sister lara it’s our standard gel base coat on my website. Dimensionnails.com ❤️

    • @whatever_r_r
      @whatever_r_r 4 роки тому

      Dimension Nails thanks xX

  • @jakeherbert2950
    @jakeherbert2950 3 роки тому

    can you use acetone to get the moisture layer off ?

  • @kokomarie5084
    @kokomarie5084 4 роки тому +2

    Does it work with nail polish remover?

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому +1

      Marie Balensiefen I would use alcohol 90% of higher. Remover can interact with the product. But if you have nothing else, you can use it but it may soften the product a bit. Just buff it! ❤️❤️

    • @kokomarie5084
      @kokomarie5084 4 роки тому +1

      @@StephanieMarieW thanks a lot!

  • @miagardner1030
    @miagardner1030 4 роки тому

    I don’t have rubbing alcohol so can I use normal nail polish remover?

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому +2

      Mia Gardner I understand it’s hard to find rubbing alcohol right now. Try remover. But understand that remover degrades the product. It used in the removal process. So only use it if you have to.

    • @sarahthomas2303
      @sarahthomas2303 4 роки тому

      Stephanie Marie W will 70% alcohol work?

    • @Macbarbie051
      @Macbarbie051 4 роки тому

      Sarah Thomas yes it works

  • @syd_nene
    @syd_nene 4 роки тому +1

    Can you use acetone to remove the sticky moisture layer?

  • @sai.ve23
    @sai.ve23 3 роки тому

    So I used alcohol to dry it but it takes the pigment off??? I’m really confused

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  3 роки тому +1

      If you’re applying color only wipe after your final topcoat. If you bump your hand or something and get fuzzies on it, you can wipe the color layer but it may pull some of it off. But in normal application you do not wipe the base coat or color layers. Only the topcoat if it is a tacky one. ❤️

  • @farrahakram4395
    @farrahakram4395 4 роки тому

    What if u don't have rubbing alcohol can I use something else?

    • @Macbarbie051
      @Macbarbie051 4 роки тому +3

      Ik this my sounds stupid but hand sanitizer helps lol just make sure it’s at least 70%

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому +1

      Fari Akki You can use a little bit of remover. Just be carful as it can degrade gel 😘😘

    • @farrahakram4395
      @farrahakram4395 4 роки тому

      OK thank u for replying 😁

  • @KimberlyFon
    @KimberlyFon 4 роки тому

    I have a UV lamp that I bought from amazon. It dries perfectly all my non gel nail polish. But all my gel polish is still sticky especially my top coat from OPI Pro Health. Is there anyway to dry it or prevent the stickiness? I NEED HELP! I don’t understand why this is going on!

  • @giovana4789
    @giovana4789 9 місяців тому

    my gel is not drying on the press on nails, but it works fine on other surfaces

  • @dakotacruz6772
    @dakotacruz6772 3 роки тому

    Lord u saved my life cuz I was lossing my mind

  • @amberschannel4709
    @amberschannel4709 4 роки тому +2

    What happens if you forget to put on the base coat when doing your poly gel nails ? Anyone!!!!!!!!!

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому +1

      A Marie It could lift right off the nail. The base is meant to be an adhesion layer. I have forgotten before when doing my nails. They don’t last as long and I get lifting.

    • @amberschannel4709
      @amberschannel4709 4 роки тому +1

      Stephanie Marie W okay! Thank you.... I learned this the hard way! Lol 😂

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому

      A Marie Oh no!!! I’m sorry I didn’t reply sooner! 😅🙏🏽❤️

    • @amberschannel4709
      @amberschannel4709 4 роки тому

      Stephanie Marie W it’s good, we all been a little busy with the quarantine and all... no rush! 😂🤣🎈

  • @KyristaLove432
    @KyristaLove432 3 роки тому

    Yeah but my problem is the top layer not drying not the base.

  • @laurenleon8987
    @laurenleon8987 4 роки тому

    What is a good alternative to rubbing alcohol since it’s on short supply?

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому

      Ms. Concepcion you can try some polish remover. But be careful as it will degrade the gel. But you can temporarily use that! ❤️

  • @monikagjderum5082
    @monikagjderum5082 3 роки тому

    It’s not dry. Tried wiping lightly with black paper. It was ass slimy and compared.

  • @livingwaterministry2168
    @livingwaterministry2168 3 роки тому

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  • @Awesomeallover
    @Awesomeallover 4 роки тому +1

    When are you restocking the base coat?

    • @StephanieMarieW
      @StephanieMarieW  4 роки тому

      Ava Vaux it just went out of stock from our Labor Day Sale. 😭😭 Hopefully we should have it restocked in a couple weeks! ❤️

    • @Awesomeallover
      @Awesomeallover 4 роки тому

      Dimension Nails that sounds good thank you

  • @jinxjasmin
    @jinxjasmin Рік тому

    Oh I wonder if my 70% rubbing alcohol was the problem 😅

  • @p4uuuuuuu
    @p4uuuuuuu 4 роки тому

    What about 91%? It’s just removing the gel.!

  • @okonkwochidimma2676
    @okonkwochidimma2676 3 роки тому

    Thank you very much...this was really helpful