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  • @brileonn
    @brileonn Місяць тому +43

    I would love to see how you file your pointy almond nail shape. You have the most beautiful nails ever!

  • @animespirit18
    @animespirit18 2 місяці тому +52

    Love this! Please make a video on how you shape your nails :) a self manicure video that will show your whole process will be so helpful!

  • @sandyjacquez5296
    @sandyjacquez5296 Місяць тому +30

    Could you do a video on how you repair broken nails please?
    Also, how to file/shape them to keep the nails straight. I finally grew mine out, but they curl like a bird beak and I do not like them.

  • @HannahBakerRice
    @HannahBakerRice 8 годин тому

    I am so glad you made this long form video. As I watched your gorgeous reels, I had so many questions about the specifics of your process. Quite a few were answered in this video. Thank you!
    I saw a couple of other comments I'd like to echo - if you do more long form videos, I would love to see how you repair broken nails. I've got my own method, but now that I've seen your nails and have decided that they are *actual perfection* I want to learn everything I can about your process. I'd watch a full hour-long video of your process from start to extremely detailed finish, if you made one.
    Like another commenter mentioned, my nails curve downward (like a bird's hooked beak) as they grow out. I have a method to correct this somewhat, and I'll attempt to explain it: While curing my nails under a lamp, I press my finger onto a small metal rod which presses the nail (free-edge, I think?) upward into a more straight position, rather than curving downward. The rod is positioned like a nail form and functions in a similar way. I can feel pressure as the nail pulls upward, but I am careful not to do it so extremely that it's painful. And any odd feelings usually subside over night as my nail gets used to the new position.
    It does help with the downward curvature, and I've been hoping that overtime, it will train my nails to grow straight rather than curving downard, but I don't know if it's healthy or not. Or if there's a better way!

  • @floralfaun
    @floralfaun Місяць тому +11

    Would love videos on how you prep and apply gel manicures as well as the removal process! I'm new to gel polish and though I'm careful, it still seems I may be damaging my natural nails especially during the removal process 💞 I dream of having nails as beautiful as yours

  • @iluckicharm
    @iluckicharm Місяць тому +7

    Builder gel has been a game changer!

  • @iamspeaking6686
    @iamspeaking6686 Місяць тому +8

    May I vent here for a quick second. I was traveling this summer. Prior to my nails were like yours and I took very good care of them and my hands. I went in to the salon and called prior to see if they offered ‘Rubber Builder Gel’. So I could protect them while traveling. It was builder gel in the tube that came out in chunk for each nail and she spread it around. My nails remained/maintained length and strength so I thought. Upon removal they appeared intact, after returning home I saw splits and damage. I chopped them as low as they’d go and decided that I’d have to start over. And yes I wanted to cry, after seeing the builder gel here it seems less harsh and easier to do. And more of what I thought I would be getting.

  • @donatellawoodward6301
    @donatellawoodward6301 Місяць тому +6

    Just 5 years! I’m following you on Instagram for so long and you are extremely talented. I wouldn’t say it’s from just 5 years! 😳 I love your works and your voice ☺️

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      Honesty it feels like I blinked and it passed by! Thank you so much for your so very kind words, for being a part of my journey and for joining me here! There will be more talking coming up on this channel🥰

  • @jazzy_ortega
    @jazzy_ortega Місяць тому +1

    Would love a video on cuticle care specifically! I’ve bit mine my whole life and have finally gotten them to look like your before photo, getting through that last stretch would be amazing!

  • @VictoriaMagrath
    @VictoriaMagrath 2 місяці тому +9

    Cannot wait for the next one babe xx

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  2 місяці тому +4

      Thank you so much babe, coming soon!! xx

  • @4N9E1
    @4N9E1 Місяць тому +4

    Your nails look so pretty!! Thank you so much for sharing your nail care knowledge and tips 😊

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you so much! I hope the video was useful to you 🩷

  • @secretenhancements
    @secretenhancements 28 днів тому

    Love this Alex!!! Need to come and see you soon for my nails 😍😍✨✨

  • @kerstintoth9438
    @kerstintoth9438 Місяць тому +5

    I love your content so very much. The feminine and dainty way you perform your craft is perfection and I just love watching your content. I am hoping to grow up to be like you one day!!!! ❤😂😊thank you !

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      Wow that's so kind of you to say and I'm really happy that you enjoy my content, it means a lot to me! Grow to be the best, kind and loving person you can be continuously through life!! 🥰💛

  • @Aquariuslife206
    @Aquariuslife206 Місяць тому +1

    Definitely recommend not playing around with gel. I was wearing gel for years then started doing my own nails. I got a horrid reaction that lasted a month. I’m talking blisters under my nail beds and around. I stopped all chemicals but my nails have never been the same. It make me so sad looking at my nails that once upon a time grew out like I already had a manicure 😓

  • @homeatnumberninetyfive
    @homeatnumberninetyfive Місяць тому +3

    You look gorgeous lovely! Can’t wait to see your other content. Love you girl!❤

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      Thank you angel, work in progress! LY ♥️

  • @ildikomilik3568
    @ildikomilik3568 2 місяці тому +4

    You're the best ❤❤❤ your works are pieces of art ❤❤❤ I love you ❤

  • @PirryMoni
    @PirryMoni Місяць тому +2

    💜 gracias :')
    Greetings from Cali-Colombia 🇨🇴

  • @lizardwhispererfivehead3552
    @lizardwhispererfivehead3552 Місяць тому +1

    Your positivity & persistence as well as professionalism
    Is so so ✨inspiring ❤😅🫶🏻

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      Thank you so much! I do try 😅💛💛💛

  • @rencmok
    @rencmok Місяць тому +2

    Wow! Gratulálok a sikeredhez! Most találtalak meg, mert borzasztóan le vannak törve a körmeim (nyilván én tehetek róla), és segítségért jöttem youtube-ra 🙈 Megpróbálom betartani a tanácsaidat, remélem nekem is egyszer ilyen szép hosszú, természetes körmeim lesznek mint neked! 🙏🏻 További sok sikert kívánok, csak így tovább! 💗

  • @meryemLux
    @meryemLux 20 днів тому

    You're soo beautiful and your nails are amazing.
    Thanks for all the advices
    Love from Morocco ❤

  • @make_malvina_up
    @make_malvina_up 16 днів тому

    Thank you so much for such a detailed video! ❤ I have two questions:
    1) My main issue is that my nails tend to turn inward as they grow longer, and they don’t look as nice. Is there anything I can do to fix this?
    2) Do press-on nails damage natural nails?😊

  • @annshch
    @annshch 2 місяці тому +33

    hello, I'm practically your fan) I really like your way of speaking! you are a very pleasant and comfortable person. thank you for the video, I will adhere to these rules, I have already ordered cuticle oil and use a good strengthening varnish💕good luck to you!

    • @annshch
      @annshch 2 місяці тому +1

      and also i like your tik tok! thats too satisfying and cozy🩷

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  2 місяці тому +2

      Thank you so much, that’s so lovely of you to say! I’m glad you enjoyed the video and my TikTok also! If you’re able to, keep us updated with your nail journey, I would love to hear about your progression 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

    • @Chickzeny
      @Chickzeny Місяць тому +1

      Oh and what vitamins help with nail growth

  • @lagnatore9238
    @lagnatore9238 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you ❤ very helpful tips. Can you please do a video on cuticle care and nail shaping!

  • @prabakarpathi5071
    @prabakarpathi5071 Місяць тому +1

    Wow it's my favorite color 😍 ❤❤

  • @laurahenriksen19
    @laurahenriksen19 Місяць тому +1

    I have gone back to rubber base and gel polish. As I was growing out my natural nails but had a period of illness health and moving so I had literally no time for regular manicure... I'm enjoying not having my nails snapping and tearing as they were tearing below the free edge so I needed a big help x

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +2

      Ahh bless you, I hope you've made a full recovery and your moving is all sorted now! Builders/bases are soo useful to help reduce the rips and tears for sure! If you can, be sure to put a little oil on those cuticles too, it goes a long way in helping the natural nail health xx

    • @laurahenriksen19
      @laurahenriksen19 Місяць тому

      ​​@@thehotblendAlso as I am curious, what is your favourite/most recommended gel/rubber base removal method? Also recommended e-file 😊X

  • @jessicablanco25
    @jessicablanco25 Місяць тому +1

    Love this format. 💕💕💅🏻

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🫶🫶🫶

  • @jessicaharris1375
    @jessicaharris1375 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you for the great tips! Any help with shaping the nail would be wonderful.

  • @julies6998
    @julies6998 2 місяці тому +2

    Amazing tips, thank you lovely!! 🥰

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  2 місяці тому

      You're so welcome! 🫶🏻

  • @Kai-zq5jz
    @Kai-zq5jz 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks so much for this video!!❤

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  2 місяці тому

      You’re very welcome!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

  • @mistybehaviours
    @mistybehaviours Місяць тому +3

    How do you take off gel nails without any damage

  • @fatimabarnes-bey8668
    @fatimabarnes-bey8668 Місяць тому

    Girlllllll….. the nails 💅

  • @jessfrab
    @jessfrab Місяць тому +1

    Thank you so much! I had a bad habit of biting my nails, but I stopped about 4 months ago! I’m super excited, but it’s been quite a journey, and now my nails are weak and chipping, maybe because I haven’t developed good habits yet. I’ve started over, cut them super short, and I’m going to follow your tips! I love your channel!
    One question: when my nails were longer, I had trouble shaping them. It was really hard to get a nice oval shape. Do you have any special technique for that?

  • @HannahBakerRice
    @HannahBakerRice 8 годин тому

    Also, what are you doing under the nail at @7:32?

  • @yenyandco
    @yenyandco 21 день тому

    Hi!! Please share which builder gel you use 🙏

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  19 днів тому

      Hi! I'm currently using the gelish clear foundation flex 💛

  • @lizardwhispererfivehead3552
    @lizardwhispererfivehead3552 Місяць тому

    And you’re funny too ! 😂💕

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      Laughter is the best medicine, or so they say! 😂🤍🤍

  • @michellec6336
    @michellec6336 Місяць тому

    Great introduction video! In seeing your shorts, you show using a long thin nail art brush after applying builder gel. Can you share why you use it and how it helps? TIA

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      Thank you! It's a detailed nail art brush which I find helps to give me more control in spreading, leveling and getting to the edges of the nails more neatly. Everyone has their own preferred technique which works for them so whatever gets the job done! 💛

  • @futuremachilad
    @futuremachilad 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for this video. As a nail enthusiast, I am so thankful for you. I only do my nails and I love learning about all of the different nail techniques. This video is awesome....You inspire me so THANK YOU!
    Question: do you use a builder gel or a hard gel on your nails?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  2 місяці тому +2

      Thank you so much for your kind words and I’m glad you found the video useful!
      I’m currently using builder gels rather than hard gels as I prefer to have a little more flex with my nails and also to soak off rather than to file off. Both are great for adding strength to the natural nails. It just depends what level of protection you’re looking for and what suits your lifestyle. I hope this helps! 🫶🏻

    • @Chickzeny
      @Chickzeny Місяць тому +1

      @@thehotblend this video was very helpful!
      How do you protect your nails from chlorine?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you and I'm glad you found it useful!
      Like any other harsh chemical, to protect from chlorine, for example in a pool setting, you could wear a protective base coat on your nails to limit contact with the nail plate and also regularly moisturise your hands and cuticles to prevent dehydration. You could keep a little hand cream and cuticle oil with you wherever you go. The best protection will of course be to avoid contact for extended periods of times, if not always and where practical to do so. I would also suggest wearing gloves but that may look a little odd in a pool setting! 🤍

    • @Chickzeny
      @Chickzeny Місяць тому +1

      @@thehotblend thank you 💕

  • @alhanoofH
    @alhanoofH Місяць тому

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @fatimabarnes-bey8668
    @fatimabarnes-bey8668 Місяць тому

    Thank you!!

  • @lblugerman
    @lblugerman Місяць тому

    Hiiii! Do you put sunscreen on your hands BEFORE the UV? Or just afterwards ?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +2

      Hello! I apply sunscreen to my hands (avoiding the nail plates) BEFORE inserting my hands into the UV lamp. I usually apply the sunscreen first, then start buffing/prepping etc to give the product time to absorb

  • @alhanoofH
    @alhanoofH Місяць тому

    ❤❤❤❤ I really love your nails and you are butt feel hope you do safe like this oftan

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so much, I will try my best ❤️❤️❤️

    • @alhanoofH
      @alhanoofH 25 днів тому

      @ 💛🧡

  • @danitsayag5303
    @danitsayag5303 Місяць тому

    תודה על הסרטון

  • @deliabuur1480
    @deliabuur1480 Місяць тому

    Love the video! Can I ask what course you did?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      Thank you! In the UK I have done a VTCT in Nail Technology (this is the main certified and recognised one) and also completed additional courses in e file training, prep and application across to learn different techniques from different countries and adapt mine along the way. I've also recently finished another VTCT in Education and Training as teaching is something I've always wanted to do!

  • @faboloustiffany0916
    @faboloustiffany0916 2 місяці тому

    What builder gel do you use?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      gelish clear foundation flex in this one 🤍

  • @hibah5445
    @hibah5445 Місяць тому

    whenever i use clear builder gel i notice the gel makes my nails look cloudy white and pale, instead of their natural pink. any tips?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      I've not experienced this myself. I'm currently using the gelish clear foundation flex base and it cures clear without any cloudiness, maybe try that one and see if you get better results? 🫶

    • @hibah5445
      @hibah5445 Місяць тому

      @@thehotblend just ordered it!

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому

      @@hibah5445 hope it goes well, keep us posted! 💛

    • @hibah5445
      @hibah5445 Місяць тому +1

      @@thehotblend i tried it and its definitely more clear than the other gels ive tried! tysm

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +1

      @@hibah5445 Amazing!! I'm happy it worked for you!! 💛

  • @farhanaaz1947
    @farhanaaz1947 22 дні тому +1

    I want to meet you
    I am your big fan
    I really love you nails soo much ❤❤❤

  • @Erica_In_AmERICA
    @Erica_In_AmERICA Місяць тому

    Your before nails look 100 times better than mine.. I used to grow beautiful long nails but I dont know what happened. Now I have these weird deep ridges in all of my nails and they are so fragile and just flake off at the free edge.. I want to start my own nail channel but I'm embarrassed to even show my own nails... Also: at 6:55 what is that under your nail?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +3

      Most nails have ridges in them but deep ones like what you mentioned can be associated to a range of causes such as (not trying to scare you) underlying health problems, diet deficiencies, care of nails, trauma to the nail plate or as we simply get older, sadly our cells slow and this can cause them too!
      Start with the basics of what you can control; ensure you're eating a balanced diet, wear gloves, moisturize your hands, apply cuticle oil and follow the other tips in this video. If things don't improve, visit a doctor to make sure you're healthy as can be and see if they would recommend some additional supplements or such.
      You should record your progress! Why not right? Don't be embarrassed about it. No one is perfect and it's always nice looking back at how you improved something in your life. Also at 6:55 it's my hyponychium (thick skin under the nail plate) which I'm just pushing back before trimming my nails. It naturally grows out to support the nail as your nails get longer. Wishing you well on your nail healing journey 🫶💛

  • @3_y7Q_X2rP_s9K8
    @3_y7Q_X2rP_s9K8 Місяць тому +1

    Can you make a video on how you get that almond shape? You have the most beautiful nails I've ever seen in my whole life :o 🥺

  • @marlenele6614
    @marlenele6614 Місяць тому

    What kind can I use if I am allergic to gel nail polish?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +1

      If you have an allergic reaction to a gel polish, the first step is stop use immediately, then identify which chemical within the product that is causing the allergic reaction. A dermatologist can usually test this or recommend further specialist testing. Sometimes it's not always the gel polish alone. Underlying health conditions can also be aggravated by gel polish application causing reactions.
      Not all gel polish brands are created equal with their chemical makeup so choosing a brand that doesn't contain high levels of compounds you're susceptible to, is important.
      Gel polishes are usually for professional use only and I'm not naive to think that non-professionals won't use professional products but everyone should at least be aware of the risks of improper use and what under cured gel and skin contact can lead to.
      I feel like I could honestly write a book about this so I'll stop this message here! 🫶

  • @RashidasNails
    @RashidasNails Місяць тому

    My nails break i gave up i just do my nail extensions now but I kinda wanna try this at least on one hand 😭

  • @rubeenasomji1205
    @rubeenasomji1205 Місяць тому

    I use Sally Hansen ( 7 in 1 ) does that help?

  • @GinaMJ254
    @GinaMJ254 Місяць тому

    I had no idea the gel or other types of nail builders might be lifting, coming off or chipping because your nails are damaged, maybe that's why my gel is so shitty or actually it's my nails not the gel 😅😂

  • @elliexxanduskk
    @elliexxanduskk Місяць тому

  • @M.C.P.
    @M.C.P. Місяць тому

    Ottimi consigli, le tue bellissime mani sono la testimonianza di ciò che hai detto... grazie per la condivisione!

  • @rahill7323
    @rahill7323 4 дні тому

    I stopped using my nails to open soda cans

  • @MH-rf8et
    @MH-rf8et Місяць тому

    A side note, don't you have problems with accidentally scratching other people or yourself with your nails?

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  Місяць тому +1

      I do on occasion knock them but for the most part I got used to them being this length so it doesn't really happen too often and the builder base offers a layer of protection too. It just comes with the territory I suppose 😅🫶

  • @РазрывШаблонов-к7м
    @РазрывШаблонов-к7м Місяць тому

    I love your nails 😍😘

  • @fjmayari
    @fjmayari 29 днів тому

    Hi I use both hand lotion and sunflower oil on my hands and nails. Do you recommend lathering on the lotion first, or the oil? I'm not sure which comes first, and nothing useful has come up in Google so far. Hence I currently just follow the moisturizer -> facial oil procedure which is the correct order for the face. I used to do oil -> moisturizer before, but I noticed that took longer to be absorbed into my hands (although it still did get absorbed). With this routine, I use a more potent cuticle oil solely at nighttime because I can't afford to easily replenish cuticle oil if I use it more often throughout the day (I wash my hands often). My current routine allows my hands to be maintained throughout the day and maximize the nourishing benefits of my cuticle oil because I use it before I sleep at night.
    For reference: I'm from the Philippines and I know these prices will sound cheap to a person from a developed country, but wages are much lower here. The 50 mL Human Nature Sunflower Oil I use is around 3 USD (available online or offline), and the 15 mL Nami Rose Cuticle Oil I buy from Shopee or Lazada is around 6 USD. Local and Japanese hand creams here are usually 5-7 USD, but if you are willing to shell out money on Korean hand creams, that'll be 7-15 USD. I find that local and Japanese hand creams do the job well already. I'm often told I'm quite extra with my hands, but like you I constantly suffered from dry hands and nails that always break and never grow long. Hence, through my years of trial and error, I can attest that your advice is the real deal.

    • @thehotblend
      @thehotblend  24 дні тому

      Kumusta! I would say that you have it in the correct order. Hand moisturizer and then oil. I do my face care and hand care at the same time and I do it in the same order that you do when using oils as I have the same experience where it's absorbed quicker this way around.
      Sunflower oil is great as a cuticle oil as it's high in vitamin E and you are also very lucky to be living in the Philippines (I wish to visit one day) where coconut oil is something that should be quite accessible to you and should not be overlooked. I would suggest if it's possible for you to add the coconut oil during the day in combination with your night care routine of sunflower to give you the best opportunity of looking after your hands through the day and enable you to apply oils more often. I hope this was helpful to you and there's absolutely nothing wrong with being extra with your hands! 💛