Friend: Hey, whatcha doing tonight, it's Friii-day, wanna go out? Dinner, lounge, movie...? Me: Ooo, sorry, I have plans, but have a great time! Also me: Binge-watching UA-cam videos on Dip Manicures so I'm an expert by Sunday... LOL!!
I’ve tried most of these and just ordered V&G’s liquids because I’ve heard such great things! I don’t know why dip liquids fascinate me so much. 😆 thank you for this video! ❤️
Hi Chelsea, are any of the liquids more flexible? I have very thin nails and I have it in my head that because my nails bend easily they lift at the cuticle (due to the pressure). Short nails - I’ve tried playing with the apex, I do 3 layers generally. Thank you 🥰
I've been using the Revel & double dip starter sets for months now and didn't even know there was so much more out there!!! I think i'm going to try out Mani Boss next! I dont mind the drying time just the thinnest! I love my dip to look natural!
Right?! It’s overwhelming with all of the options! 😆 I love the natural look too 🙌🏼 although if you look at my nails when I first started I look like I have giant marshmallows on my fingers because they were so thick 😵💫😬🤣
Thank you for all the info you put out. I just did my nails for the 1st time and they don't look as bad as I thought they would. You are the main reason for my success. If it wasn't for you I would have probably glued my fingers together!! 😂
🤣😆🫶🏻 oh my gosh lol! Shewww I’m dying with your comment because I’ve most definitely done this hahaha I’m so happy to have you in our little dip community and even more happy you’re loving your manicures! 💕
Hi Holly! Can you help me better understand what you’re wanting to do? Like only use the base liquid on your natural nail and then stop? Or what were you wanting to try with just liquid? 🩷
Let me know what you think of them! 🫶🏻 I just tried modelones gel base + top coat and loooove it! SUPER affordable too. Here’s an affiliate link if you decide to try o.bttn.io/0XGuoFC628N
What an awesome video!!! I LOVED hearing these thoughts!!! I get dip flu HORRIBLE but have a terrible time with black or really dark dips curing doing the gel dip method. I bought the Sparkle & Co low odor base liquid and their Solidify to try for those pesky dark dips that I love. I JUST used it yesterday and can say, I LOVE IT!!!! I have heard the dry time is slow, and so on, but I dipped, waited a little after dipping the nails I was doing darker (6 for both hands) and then brushed off my first hand and went on. I LOVE IT!🥰
Ahhhh yayyyy Diane!!! I am so excited you tried it and love it! Are you doing gel top coat on top? That’s a dream team right there 🙌🏼 also, you’re brilliant to realize about the gel + dark shades not jiving. I noticed it with clear when I tried to do a gel French mani with dip powder. Bubbles galore 😆
I LOVE virgo and gem! I have tried some other liquids and I still prefer V&G. However, the S&Co odourless one it is a very good option if you suffer from dip flu
@sipanddip I have just decided to try doing dip powders and watching a lot of videos. Yours are really great! I esp love the one you did on prepping your nails.
Thanks for your help! I ordered the Beetle one on Amazon this afternoon! Getting it tomorrow! 🎊🎉💃🏼 What do you use to remove the polish, by the way? What do you recommend?
I LOOOVE Beetle! I have several color lines. I will say watch the video on how to avoid cracking and peeling. Beetles was my first foray, but I'm wondering if the cracking was my inexperience, not enough layers or if I need to branch out and try different brands like she suggested. Good luck, I think you will still love it!
The beetle dip is my first gel kit. Sadly I’ve tried it 4 times now and it cracks within the first day. I did all the steps. Still doesn’t work. Super bummed
@@jaymebeauty7049 -I love the colors and how simple it is, but every time I use it, (and I’ve gotten so much better at it), within a day, one or more of the entire piece of nail polish comes right off,
Hello! I recently decided to take a plunge and bought the sparkle and co low odor base and top. Have you used these options by any chance? They seem to be of a very thin consistency. Have you experienced this?
What is best for long lasting manis? My hands are in water a lot at work. If I go to a professional, their dips last 2-3+ weeks. If I do my own, using Beetles or other more expensive liquids, they start chipping within days and I have to redo one or two nails at a time to get any life out of my mani. Yes, I'm careful to not get any liquids on my skin and yes, I seal the free edge. Help? Thanks!
Hi there! So sorry to hear about your chipping issues 💗 I know how frustrating that can be!! I actually just shared a video on how to prevent chipping if you’re interested. It sounds like you’re doing a great job with having a clean application and sealing it all in. It may just be that you need more strength for your busy lifestyle ☺️ I would suggest building up an apex and focusing on where you’re experiencing the cracks. During the video I show me building an apex on my round nails and also an apex for square shapes that deal with corners chipping. Hopefully this helps! 💗💗
@@SipAndDip Thank you for your reply. I did watch that video. Thank you for that! I do build an apex with clear powder. Better than the professionals have! I'm sure it has to do with the liquids used which is why I'm asking about which liquids might be the longer lasting liquids. I've used Beetles and Triple D. Both have chipped early on.
Oooh, thank you!!! I currently have the beetles, but they dry super fast on me. When I clean up the edges soon after I dip it, it's already hard and it gets chipped. Maybe it's just me.
Oh really?? That’s interesting!! Have you tried doing a layer of the base liquid, let it dry, then begin your normal dip process? Doing a layer of dip base (letting dry), then another layer of base, then dip, can slow down the drying process for that first layer. I hope that made sense 😆🙈
I use the sparkle & Co to swatch with but always use a gel topcoat. I have 7 brands in my draw and I always reach for Double Dipp'd liquids. I feel comfortable with them and they don't bother me. So I am scared to even try the ones in the draw LOL. Fav Dip powder, hands down Cascade color works. What I want to try is CNDDesigner. I want to get over my irrational fear of mixing brands ( dip powders) This year. Hope you have a safe and happy New Years Eve
Thank you for this video! Have you tried Virgo & Gem? Im currently using them and loooove them especially the top coat. It’s sooo shiny! I’m wondering how it compares to Mani Boss. Those are next on my list to try! Hope you’re enjoying the holidays & have a Happy New Year! 🍾
I have used the Virgo and I would definitely say the shine is comparable to Mani Boss! I would compare the virgo base liquid consistency and dry time more to Sparkle and CO’s regular base (not low odor). It’s a little thicker and faster drying whereas Mani boss is thinner and slower drying. If you love Virgo liquids I would definitely say you’d love Sparkle and Co (if you haven’t tried it already). Can’t wait to see what you think if you try any new brands! 🎉
I tried their products about 2 years ago and let’s just say… I told them it wasn’t in their best interest for me to upload the video 🫣 I personally wouldn’t purchase them
I’ve only tried the S&Co on this video and loved it until my base bottle got stuck 😂 tried to get it open then it broke. Their glossy 2.0 top coat is soooo shiny though love it.
Great video! Have you tried the S & Co gel base and topcoat? While not hema free (I don't think). the coverage is fantastic! I don't dip any more with dip liquids, I am solely a gel base and dip powder gal. I have tried the S & Co low odor, but I do prefer a gel base .
I actually purchased the sparkle gel base + top and then never used them 🙈🤣 I was experimenting with builder gel for a little when the hype was crazy in our community and I had half my pinky nail lift up. Then each time I’d use non HEMA top coats it made my fingers sore 😬So after that I just was too afraid to use the sparkle ones. I seem to be okay if I do nail art but for some reason if I fully coat the nail it makes it feel like my nails are bruised and ache. It’s so bizarre! All of y’all using gel are giving me FOMO and like I wanna dabble with gel liquids + dip powder again 😆 it gives such a smooth application and hardly any buffing 🙌🏼
Hi! Question about liquid consistency and dry time.. can you tell me a few more brands that are thicker/faster drying and same with thinner/slower drying?
Thicker faster drying brands that I can think of off of the top of my head would be 1. Sparkle and co 2. Revel 3. Kiara sky I feel like there’s more in this category that I am missing! Thinner and slower - Azure 2 in 1 Beetles Mani boss VIVIDGlam Color my world Dip nailed it
I have their liquids. I really like them! I will say the brushes are very tapered. However, I’ve NEVER had a bottle get stuck or goopy!!! I also use KS liquid gel top coat, and it’s sooooo shiny!
Thanks for watching! 💖 just want to make sure I understand, are you asking can you use dip powder liquids on top of gel products like builder gel? If so, yes! You can put down builder gel and then dip on top! 🙌🏼 you can also use dip base, and a gel top coat on top. Please let me know if I misunderstood 💖
@@SipAndDip I guess my question is, is there a difference between the gel base and the dip base or could I use dip base before my builder gel instead of gel base? lol I hope that makes sense
@@jennib7211 ohhhhh okay! I absolutely understand what you’re asking now, so sorry! So unfortunately the 2 are not interchangeable in that sense. To the best of my knowledge 💖 so with dip powder, you can totally use gel base. But if you’re using builder gel, you cannot use a dip base to have it adhere. You would still need the gel base with builder gel.
@@SipAndDip thank you so much! I am new to the gel world lol I have a hard time dipping my nails bc they are short and I make a mess if I try to cap the edges and such lol so someone told me about builder gel in a bottle and I am hoping to just use that until they are longer and more even length then I can get back into dipping. Thank you again for your help! I love the videos and all the tips and tricks as well!!
Hi I love your videos! I just started using dip and decided to try beetles. I do love it but it’s only lasting a week on for me. It starts cracking. Do you think I should try a different brand or do something differently?
Oh no! So sorry to hear that!! 💖 how many layers of dip powder are you doing? Do you know if it’s the top coat cracking or is it cracking all the way down to the dip powder? Where are the cracks occurring (corner, edges, center etc)? Let’s see if we can figure this out! 💖
@@kaseysnyder4918 those pesky corners chipping can be so frustrating! So sometimes depending on our lifestyle + nail shape we need a little bit more strength. I just shared a video on cracking/chipping! I show how to build an apex on both round shapes and square. Hope it helps!! 💗💗😁
It is definitely slow drying enough for clean up and glitters 🙌🏼🥳 I’m not currently home to check the base ingredients but you may be able to find it on one of their listings 💖
Hi, what are your thoughts on using the Sparkle and Co low odor base with the beetles system? I know it's not ideal to mix liquid systems but was wondering if it's necessary to get S&C solidify
Hey Susan!! That’s a great question! You can absolutely mix and match! I think if you want to use the low odor base and another activator + top coat that’s perfectly fine! 💖 I haven’t personally had any issues with mixing and matching. I’ve been gravitating to the dipwell base & sparkle and co activator + glossy coat 2.0 lately ☺️ hope this helps!
@@SipAndDip thank you! It has. I've previously done polygel for strength and regular gel, but it takes a descent amount of time to do and 100% requires a drill (which i have) and much filing. Sometimes I do have lifting and it doesn't always stay for a long time. But I'm going on vacation for two weeks to a family celebration and want something I know will last. So I thought of dip. I am trying to do the least expensive option though haha
I just ordered the Beetle one from Amazon after watching your helpful and honest video. What would you recommend to remove the powder polish, by the way?
Hey Pam! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the kit you purchased! 🥰 I like to do the hot water baggie soak off method. It’s up on my channel too if you’d like to watch! 💖 there’s lots of different removal methods out there though! As long as you use 100% pure acetone it’ll work great! 🥰
@@SipAndDip -Thanks! I love the kit I bought and had delivered from Amazon in less than 24 hours! I chose the, “Ladies Night Out” set! 20 gorgeous colors to choose from! It was really easy to figure out! I chose a deep purple as my first try! 💅🏼The only negative is that the bottles are so small. 💜
Thank you! Have you noticed that the base and top coat dip liquids are the same? The same ingredients listed! What do you think? Beetles and igel both have some ingredients for base and topcoat
I haven’t actually put it to the test on if you can interchange them BUT I have seen several companies give the “okay” in their own FB groups. Such as when a customer has a base liquid get goopy, they suggested using the top coat. I need to write this down for a video idea and put it to the test! ✍🏻
Love all your videos, have you ever tried OPI? Just wondered what your thoughts are on them. I am thinking mine look too thick so thinking I need to make a change, OPI top coat is know to not be well liked so I just use the base for the top also, seems to work fine. Thanks, keep up the great work!
I presently use PeppiGel (since Feb) and each time I use it the dip flu worsen. I love the natural French mani look that shines. What is the safest brand to use? and are the product made here in the US ?
I’m so sorry to hear about your dip flu 🥺💗 I recently tried out Color my World dip’s odorless liquids and they were great!! The base is slow drying and thin. The top coat you can do 2 layers so you still get the shine but without the odor 👏🏼 here is the link if you want to check it out! I believe my discount code is still active, not commissioned just savings 💗 code CHELSEA10 You’ll still need to use your other activator though 🙂 www.etsy.com/listing/1055911465/odorless-base-and-top-coat-duo-dip?click_key=b06a676aea5f3edc421ee638b52b3792fe086489%3A1055911465&click_sum=a343e95e&ref=shop_home_active_8&crt=1&sts=1
@@SipAndDip I'm so glad I saw this comment about Color My World odorless liquids. I'm new to dipping. I am a baby boomer and have rarely gotten my nails professionally done, and have been so frustrated with regular nail polish chipping 3 days after applying that I hardly ever bothered. As I've gotten older my nails have become prone to splitting. I am needing to do something to protect them and I discovered dip nail. After a lot of research and watching a couple of your videos along with a couple others (yours are the best :)) I decided to try out an Azure Beauty kit that is for $9.99. It lasted 2 weeks before chipping, but I knew what I had done wrong on that nail. I really like the look and strength of dip nails! I've done two applications now and have discovered a bit of sensitivity to the fumes: light-headed and a bit of post-nasal, which doesn't surprise me cause I am sensitive to chemicals. I have since been on the hunt for other alternatives and watched this video. Wasn't liking the fact that the top coat wasn't so great with Sparkle and CO and found shipping for one bottle of Mani Boss 2 in 1 to be outrageous. Seeing your comment on Color my World odorless and your view that they were good has given me confidence to take the plunge to try them. I figure I can still use the Azure Beauty activator for now. Also, planning on getting a fume respirator mask just the same. I just think it's worth using no matter how low odor a product is. I figure there still are fumes even if you can't detect it.
@@gittasmith1579 I am so happy you are giving color my world’s odorless a try!! 🥳 it’s so perfect to help with any sort of odor sensitivity. I especially like that it’s slow drying which is great for beginners + designs, plus the top coat is able to do 2 coats which means high shine 🙌🏼
Mani boss and VIVIDGlam sell peel base too that are great! I have also heard a lot of people like Holo Taco peel base but I haven’t personally tried it. Hope this helps! 💖
So the activator isn’t usually the culprit for the odors. Normally it’s the base + top coat with the strong smell. Sparkle and CO’s activator is sometimes scented like vanilla and really pleasant! You can mix and match any activator with low odor base + top coats as well 💖
I have so many different liquids. Idk why I just don't stick with the ones I love. I have to have them all. 🙄 My favorite at the moment are Sparkle & Co and CCW. I do have ManiBoss but haven't used them yet.
First off, thank you SO much for ALL that you do!! Nurses need all the love and praise 🫶🏻 I think with the proper prep routine and extra layers for strength, you’d do well! I’d probably go with Sparkle and Co because it’s a tad bit thicker which would be great for your job
Hey Brooke!! The low odor Sparkle and Co option would be a great one for you to try! 🥰 if you are open to gel liquids, a HEMA free gel option like Mani Boss would be great too. It does require a lamp to cure but it doesn’t have the harsh odor 💖
Can you do a video on using acrylic power? Would you consider venturing into that, or explain why you don't recommend? I just want to learn and your do good at explaining things. The Lord bless you!
I have a few brands that I have tried and enjoyed! I purchased a Beetles polish kit on Amazon with sooo many fun colors. I use them the most often for art. Unfortunately they have HEMA (I assume) so I keep them for art only and make sure not to touch my skin. I also enjoy the Madam Glam HEMA free colors too!
I don’t find it to be any stronger or different than regular dip powder liquids. It’s tricky for me to say because I don’t suffer from dip flu. So sorry, I know that’s not really helpful 🙈💖
I wear Kiara Sky dip powder and Makartt gel base and top. For some reason no one ever shows the KS powders and I find them good quality. I rarely have to buff my nails. I started with that brand and just stayed with it. Many of the other companies charge shipping so I haven't bought from them, especially since I'm pleased with KS. If they start selling through Amazon I would likely buy from them, too, based on all the recommendations.
I also started with KS and I had such a bad experience with them! I then discovered all these small shop liquids and they are definitely better than KS
I haven’t tried any Makartt products (besides files) yet but I have definitely seen lots of people love them! 🥰 the very first dip powder that I bought was KS. Manyyyy years ago 🤣 but honestly I had such a bad experience that I almost gave up on dipping 😅🙈 the glitter to clear ratio was so awful and the solid pink I chose was so cloudy and patchy. I ended up getting rid of it and haven’t tried them since. I do wonder if it was a fluke or if things have changed since then. I just haven’t gone back to try 😆 I’m so glad you love it and have found your holy grail products 🙌🏼 that is truly half the battle lol!
The Nail Boo one? I haven’t tried that brand yet. I haven’t seen the best reviews on them 🙈 lots of issues with their liquids. And their prices seem on the higher end. Of course I could be way off! Especially since I haven’t tried them. Just haven’t wanted to after some of the reviews I have seen 😅
Oh no!! I’m sorry to hear that! 💗💗💗 It sounds like your base liquid got contained. It can be from lots of different things unfortunately 😣 One reason is because dip powder got on the brush and returned to the bottle. To prevent this I use a stiff scrub brush after each layer is dried. I also wipe my brush off on a dry napkin (front and back) before returning it to the bottle each time. It could also be from it touching your skin (oils) or some other contaminate getting on the brush. You could try to replace just the brush to fix it. But sometimes if the liquid is contaminated inside the bottle then it will just harden a new brush. Some dip powder kit systems also sell a brush saver that you can try. I haven’t had any luck with them but it’s worth a shot! Good luck ! 💗💗 (I have a dip liquids care video too if you’d like to see what I’m saying with wiping the brush/dusting off)
I have stepped away from being an ambassador due to my schedule so the code isn’t active. BUT I still absolutely LOVE their products! I do have a referral link in the description box (far down) for $5 off your first order 🥰
I saw 😭 she has been doing lots of restocks but they sell out really quickly! I think she has a spot on her site to notify you when they come back. BUT a really comparable brand is VIVIDGlam! It’s a small business and the liquid consistency + dry time and shine are super similar!! 💖
Friend: Hey, whatcha doing tonight, it's Friii-day, wanna go out? Dinner, lounge, movie...?
Me: Ooo, sorry, I have plans, but have a great time!
Also me: Binge-watching UA-cam videos on Dip Manicures so I'm an expert by Sunday...
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🤣🤣🤣🤣 hahahaha you win the internet! I love this lmao!
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I would love to see an updated video.
Yes please!
I love that you showed the products used in real time. I love your options.
Thanks for watching!! 🥰 I hope you have a wonderful New Year 🥳
I so need more liquids i only have one brand and need to try more and need some more cuticle oil like u have in the background,love watching ur videos
I’ve tried most of these and just ordered V&G’s liquids because I’ve heard such great things! I don’t know why dip liquids fascinate me so much. 😆 thank you for this video! ❤️
So much same! 🤣🙌🏼 I’m fixing to make a list now after seeing everyone’s suggestions 😬🤣 can’t wait to hear what you think of Virgos! 🥳
Hi Chelsea, are any of the liquids more flexible? I have very thin nails and I have it in my head that because my nails bend easily they lift at the cuticle (due to the pressure). Short nails - I’ve tried playing with the apex, I do 3 layers generally. Thank you 🥰
I've been using the Revel & double dip starter sets for months now and didn't even know there was so much more out there!!! I think i'm going to try out Mani Boss next! I dont mind the drying time just the thinnest! I love my dip to look natural!
Right?! It’s overwhelming with all of the options! 😆 I love the natural look too 🙌🏼 although if you look at my nails when I first started I look like I have giant marshmallows on my fingers because they were so thick 😵💫😬🤣
Thank you for sharing your opinion and what your favorites are. Thank you for taking the time to share this. Have a Happy New Year 🎆🎈🎊.
Thanks for watching Kathy! I hope you are having a wonderful start to your New Year! 🎉
Thank you for all the info you put out. I just did my nails for the 1st time and they don't look as bad as I thought they would. You are the main reason for my success. If it wasn't for you I would have probably glued my fingers together!! 😂
🤣😆🫶🏻 oh my gosh lol! Shewww I’m dying with your comment because I’ve most definitely done this hahaha I’m so happy to have you in our little dip community and even more happy you’re loving your manicures! 💕
love your videos, only question in need answering, can you use these liquids with out the dip powder? thank you
Hi Holly! Can you help me better understand what you’re wanting to do? Like only use the base liquid on your natural nail and then stop? Or what were you wanting to try with just liquid? 🩷
what I mean is, if we don't use the powder and only liquids, will it still protect my nails @@SipAndDip
I picked up the mani boss dip liquids and I am struggling with a pocked finish on my top coat- any suggestions on how to fix that?
Thank you. Ive heard of both methods but wasn’t sure what the differences were.
Ugh. I just bought beetles gel. I'm glad to know about Maniboss for.the future!
Let me know what you think of them! 🫶🏻 I just tried modelones gel base + top coat and loooove it! SUPER affordable too. Here’s an affiliate link if you decide to try o.bttn.io/0XGuoFC628N
Thank you!
What an awesome video!!! I LOVED hearing these thoughts!!! I get dip flu HORRIBLE but have a terrible time with black or really dark dips curing doing the gel dip method. I bought the Sparkle & Co low odor base liquid and their Solidify to try for those pesky dark dips that I love. I JUST used it yesterday and can say, I LOVE IT!!!! I have heard the dry time is slow, and so on, but I dipped, waited a little after dipping the nails I was doing darker (6 for both hands) and then brushed off my first hand and went on. I LOVE IT!🥰
Ahhhh yayyyy Diane!!! I am so excited you tried it and love it! Are you doing gel top coat on top? That’s a dream team right there 🙌🏼 also, you’re brilliant to realize about the gel + dark shades not jiving. I noticed it with clear when I tried to do a gel French mani with dip powder. Bubbles galore 😆
@@SipAndDip oh yes, I top with 2 coats basecoat (gel) to encapsulate, wipe and file/buff then basecoat and topcoat in gel! Love, LOVE!
I LOVE virgo and gem! I have tried some other liquids and I still prefer V&G. However, the S&Co odourless one it is a very good option if you suffer from dip flu
Virgo and Gem is right at the top for me too! I love the shine ✨ 🤤
Wow! Great vid, Chels! Thanks for the info! This one’s going in my library. Happy new year!
Thank you!! 🥰 happy New Year!! Thanks for always keeping me laughing and smiling! 🎉
@sipanddip I have just decided to try doing dip powders and watching a lot of videos. Yours are really great! I esp love the one you did on prepping your nails.
Thank you so much! Welcome to our dip community! 🥰
Thank you so much for this video and detailed explanations🥰. Sparkle and Co. and Modelones are my two favorites atp. Thank you again 💓
I really enjoyed modelones too! I only tried the travel size but I’d totally buy a full size of theirs 😍
I have Modelones and they end up cracking the next day but look and feel great after they are done. Maybe I need a better lamp. Have you had cracking?
Thanks for your help! I ordered the Beetle one on Amazon this afternoon! Getting it tomorrow! 🎊🎉💃🏼
What do you use to remove the polish, by the way? What do you recommend?
I LOOOVE Beetle! I have several color lines. I will say watch the video on how to avoid cracking and peeling. Beetles was my first foray, but I'm wondering if the cracking was my inexperience, not enough layers or if I need to branch out and try different brands like she suggested. Good luck, I think you will still love it!
The beetle dip is my first gel kit. Sadly I’ve tried it 4 times now and it cracks within the first day. I did all the steps. Still doesn’t work. Super bummed
@@jaymebeauty7049 -I love the colors and how simple it is, but every time I use it, (and I’ve gotten so much better at it), within a day, one or more of the entire piece of nail polish comes right off,
Hello! I recently decided to take a plunge and bought the sparkle and co low odor base and top. Have you used these options by any chance? They seem to be of a very thin consistency. Have you experienced this?
What is best for long lasting manis? My hands are in water a lot at work. If I go to a professional, their dips last 2-3+ weeks. If I do my own, using Beetles or other more expensive liquids, they start chipping within days and I have to redo one or two nails at a time to get any life out of my mani. Yes, I'm careful to not get any liquids on my skin and yes, I seal the free edge. Help? Thanks!
Hi there! So sorry to hear about your chipping issues 💗 I know how frustrating that can be!! I actually just shared a video on how to prevent chipping if you’re interested. It sounds like you’re doing a great job with having a clean application and sealing it all in. It may just be that you need more strength for your busy lifestyle ☺️ I would suggest building up an apex and focusing on where you’re experiencing the cracks. During the video I show me building an apex on my round nails and also an apex for square shapes that deal with corners chipping. Hopefully this helps! 💗💗
@@SipAndDip Thank you for your reply. I did watch that video. Thank you for that! I do build an apex with clear powder. Better than the professionals have! I'm sure it has to do with the liquids used which is why I'm asking about which liquids might be the longer lasting liquids. I've used Beetles and Triple D. Both have chipped early on.
Oooh, thank you!!!
I currently have the beetles, but they dry super fast on me. When I clean up the edges soon after I dip it, it's already hard and it gets chipped. Maybe it's just me.
Oh really?? That’s interesting!! Have you tried doing a layer of the base liquid, let it dry, then begin your normal dip process? Doing a layer of dip base (letting dry), then another layer of base, then dip, can slow down the drying process for that first layer. I hope that made sense 😆🙈
Can you mix brands for example opi system with modelones dip powder ?
I bought some born pretty dip liquids and found it tricky to take out the stoppers. Can you do a tube about that or have any tips?
I love Virgo & Gem… I’ve recently purchased a dip set from Cascade Color Works, I love their dip liquids too.
I have had several mention cascade as well! It’s so fun getting to explore all of the brands! 😍
@@SipAndDip thank you for this video.
I use the sparkle & Co to swatch with but always use a gel topcoat. I have 7 brands in my draw and I always reach for Double Dipp'd liquids. I feel comfortable with them and they don't bother me. So I am scared to even try the ones in the draw LOL. Fav Dip powder, hands down Cascade color works. What I want to try is CNDDesigner. I want to get over my irrational fear of mixing brands ( dip powders) This year. Hope you have a safe and happy New Years Eve
I really need to try those brands out! I have been seeing them mentioned and raved about! I hope you are having a wonderful start to your New Year! 🎉
@@SipAndDip It is un-eventful, just how I like it. :)
Hi what do you think the best dip powder brands are?
I FINALLY filmed this question! I’m hoping to share it on 8/11 🫶🏻 I broke it up into 3 categories so you all can shop around 💕
Thank you for this video! Have you tried Virgo & Gem? Im currently using them and loooove them especially the top coat. It’s sooo shiny! I’m wondering how it compares to Mani Boss. Those are next on my list to try! Hope you’re enjoying the holidays & have a Happy New Year! 🍾
I have used the Virgo and I would definitely say the shine is comparable to Mani Boss! I would compare the virgo base liquid consistency and dry time more to Sparkle and CO’s regular base (not low odor). It’s a little thicker and faster drying whereas Mani boss is thinner and slower drying. If you love Virgo liquids I would definitely say you’d love Sparkle and Co (if you haven’t tried it already). Can’t wait to see what you think if you try any new brands! 🎉
Could you create a review video on Saviland Dip Powder?
I tried their products about 2 years ago and let’s just say… I told them it wasn’t in their best interest for me to upload the video 🫣 I personally wouldn’t purchase them
I’ve only tried the S&Co on this video and loved it until my base bottle got stuck 😂 tried to get it open then it broke. Their glossy 2.0 top coat is soooo shiny though love it.
Ughhh that is the worst and so frustrating! 😩 I’ve been there!
Great video! Have you tried the S & Co gel base and topcoat? While not hema free (I don't think). the coverage is fantastic! I don't dip any more with dip liquids, I am solely a gel base and dip powder gal. I have tried the S & Co low odor, but I do prefer a gel base .
I actually purchased the sparkle gel base + top and then never used them 🙈🤣 I was experimenting with builder gel for a little when the hype was crazy in our community and I had half my pinky nail lift up. Then each time I’d use non HEMA top coats it made my fingers sore 😬So after that I just was too afraid to use the sparkle ones. I seem to be okay if I do nail art but for some reason if I fully coat the nail it makes it feel like my nails are bruised and ache. It’s so bizarre! All of y’all using gel are giving me FOMO and like I wanna dabble with gel liquids + dip powder again 😆 it gives such a smooth application and hardly any buffing 🙌🏼
I really want to try dipwell, maniboss and beetles liquids now
They’re all phenomenal!! 💖🥳
@@SipAndDip what's your favorite
Just bought the kit from mani boss thanks for giving the background of the company because shopping small businesses is great!🎉
Yayyy! You’ll love her products! 🫶🏻
Hi! Question about liquid consistency and dry time.. can you tell me a few more brands that are thicker/faster drying and same with thinner/slower drying?
Thicker faster drying brands that I can think of off of the top of my head would be
1. Sparkle and co
2. Revel
3. Kiara sky
I feel like there’s more in this category that I am missing!
Thinner and slower -
Azure 2 in 1
Beetles
Mani boss
VIVIDGlam
Color my world
Dip nailed it
Love this video ❤ my favorites lately are West Coast Dips liquids and Gigi's Custom Dips liquids
I have heard great things about both of these companies !! 🙌🏼 I didn’t realize they had liquids too!
Have you tried kiara sky products? I just ordered their liquids
I tried their dip powders manyyy years ago but I haven’t tried their liquids. I’d love to hear what you think after you try them! 💖
I have their liquids. I really like them! I will say the brushes are very tapered. However, I’ve NEVER had a bottle get stuck or goopy!!!
I also use KS liquid gel top coat, and it’s sooooo shiny!
Hello! Thanks for the video! Very informative! I have a question. Can you use dip base when doing gel or builder gel? TIA
Thanks for watching! 💖 just want to make sure I understand, are you asking can you use dip powder liquids on top of gel products like builder gel? If so, yes! You can put down builder gel and then dip on top! 🙌🏼 you can also use dip base, and a gel top coat on top. Please let me know if I misunderstood 💖
@@SipAndDip I guess my question is, is there a difference between the gel base and the dip base or could I use dip base before my builder gel instead of gel base? lol I hope that makes sense
@@jennib7211 ohhhhh okay! I absolutely understand what you’re asking now, so sorry! So unfortunately the 2 are not interchangeable in that sense. To the best of my knowledge 💖 so with dip powder, you can totally use gel base. But if you’re using builder gel, you cannot use a dip base to have it adhere. You would still need the gel base with builder gel.
@@SipAndDip thank you so much! I am new to the gel world lol I have a hard time dipping my nails bc they are short and I make a mess if I try to cap the edges and such lol so someone told me about builder gel in a bottle and I am hoping to just use that until they are longer and more even length then I can get back into dipping. Thank you again for your help! I love the videos and all the tips and tricks as well!!
Hi I love your videos! I just started using dip and decided to try beetles. I do love it but it’s only lasting a week on for me. It starts cracking. Do you think I should try a different brand or do something differently?
Oh no! So sorry to hear that!! 💖 how many layers of dip powder are you doing? Do you know if it’s the top coat cracking or is it cracking all the way down to the dip powder? Where are the cracks occurring (corner, edges, center etc)? Let’s see if we can figure this out! 💖
@@SipAndDip my cracking is happening at the edges/corners. Any suggestions?
@@kaseysnyder4918 those pesky corners chipping can be so frustrating! So sometimes depending on our lifestyle + nail shape we need a little bit more strength. I just shared a video on cracking/chipping! I show how to build an apex on both round shapes and square. Hope it helps!! 💗💗😁
Is the beetles slow drying enough to clean up cuticles and do glitter design? Also what are the ingredients on beetles base?
It is definitely slow drying enough for clean up and glitters 🙌🏼🥳 I’m not currently home to check the base ingredients but you may be able to find it on one of their listings 💖
Dipomania and Sol Dips are some of my fave dip liquids!
Writes down ✍🏻 🤣 I haven’t heard of Dipomania!! I have seen lots on Sol dips powders but I didn’t realize they had liquids! 🤯
Hi, what are your thoughts on using the Sparkle and Co low odor base with the beetles system? I know it's not ideal to mix liquid systems but was wondering if it's necessary to get S&C solidify
Hey Susan!! That’s a great question! You can absolutely mix and match! I think if you want to use the low odor base and another activator + top coat that’s perfectly fine! 💖 I haven’t personally had any issues with mixing and matching. I’ve been gravitating to the dipwell base & sparkle and co activator + glossy coat 2.0 lately ☺️ hope this helps!
@@SipAndDip thank you! It has. I've previously done polygel for strength and regular gel, but it takes a descent amount of time to do and 100% requires a drill (which i have) and much filing. Sometimes I do have lifting and it doesn't always stay for a long time.
But I'm going on vacation for two weeks to a family celebration and want something I know will last. So I thought of dip. I am trying to do the least expensive option though haha
I just ordered the Beetle one from Amazon after watching your helpful and honest video.
What would you recommend to remove the powder polish, by the way?
Hey Pam! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the kit you purchased! 🥰 I like to do the hot water baggie soak off method. It’s up on my channel too if you’d like to watch! 💖 there’s lots of different removal methods out there though! As long as you use 100% pure acetone it’ll work great! 🥰
@@SipAndDip -Thanks!
I love the kit I bought and had delivered from Amazon in less than 24 hours!
I chose the, “Ladies Night Out” set!
20 gorgeous colors to choose from!
It was really easy to figure out!
I chose a deep purple as my first try! 💅🏼The only negative is that the bottles are so small. 💜
Hi !! Great video!! I've used 6 different brands!! I found my true love though with Double Dipp'd....best I've tried!
Really?! I have seen so many rave about them!! I need to add them to my list to try! 💗
Thank you! Have you noticed that the base and top coat dip liquids are the same? The same ingredients listed! What do you think? Beetles and igel both have some ingredients for base and topcoat
I haven’t actually put it to the test on if you can interchange them BUT I have seen several companies give the “okay” in their own FB groups. Such as when a customer has a base liquid get goopy, they suggested using the top coat. I need to write this down for a video idea and put it to the test! ✍🏻
Love all your videos, have you ever tried OPI? Just wondered what your thoughts are on them. I am thinking mine look too thick so thinking I need to make a change, OPI top coat is know to not be well liked so I just use the base for the top also, seems to work fine. Thanks, keep up the great work!
Hey Brenda! I haven’t tried out OPI yet! I’ll have to look into them!
Chel’s thank you so much for this video & your honest opinion on the liquids.. Have A Happy Safe New Year girl 🥰❤️
Thanks love!! I hope you have a great New Years!! 2022 is going to be our year!! 💪🏼 💖
@@SipAndDip yes it is girly.
Can you use these with any brand powder or do you have to use their powder as well?
You can absolutely mix and match different brand liquids and different brand powders! 🙌🏼🥳
I presently use PeppiGel (since Feb) and each time I use it the dip flu worsen. I love the natural French mani look that shines. What is the safest brand to use? and are the product made here in the US ?
I’m so sorry to hear about your dip flu 🥺💗 I recently tried out Color my World dip’s odorless liquids and they were great!! The base is slow drying and thin. The top coat you can do 2 layers so you still get the shine but without the odor 👏🏼 here is the link if you want to check it out! I believe my discount code is still active, not commissioned just savings 💗 code CHELSEA10
You’ll still need to use your other activator though 🙂
www.etsy.com/listing/1055911465/odorless-base-and-top-coat-duo-dip?click_key=b06a676aea5f3edc421ee638b52b3792fe086489%3A1055911465&click_sum=a343e95e&ref=shop_home_active_8&crt=1&sts=1
@@SipAndDip I'm so glad I saw this comment about Color My World odorless liquids. I'm new to dipping. I am a baby boomer and have rarely gotten my nails professionally done, and have been so frustrated with regular nail polish chipping 3 days after applying that I hardly ever bothered. As I've gotten older my nails have become prone to splitting. I am needing to do something to protect them and I discovered dip nail. After a lot of research and watching a couple of your videos along with a couple others (yours are the best :)) I decided to try out an Azure Beauty kit that is for $9.99. It lasted 2 weeks before chipping, but I knew what I had done wrong on that nail. I really like the look and strength of dip nails! I've done two applications now and have discovered a bit of sensitivity to the fumes: light-headed and a bit of post-nasal, which doesn't surprise me cause I am sensitive to chemicals. I have since been on the hunt for other alternatives and watched this video. Wasn't liking the fact that the top coat wasn't so great with Sparkle and CO and found shipping for one bottle of Mani Boss 2 in 1 to be outrageous. Seeing your comment on Color my World odorless and your view that they were good has given me confidence to take the plunge to try them. I figure I can still use the Azure Beauty activator for now. Also, planning on getting a fume respirator mask just the same. I just think it's worth using no matter how low odor a product is. I figure there still are fumes even if you can't detect it.
@@gittasmith1579 I am so happy you are giving color my world’s odorless a try!! 🥳 it’s so perfect to help with any sort of odor sensitivity. I especially like that it’s slow drying which is great for beginners + designs, plus the top coat is able to do 2 coats which means high shine 🙌🏼
What can you substitute for UNT peelable base coat. It is no longer available on Amazon?
Mani boss and VIVIDGlam sell peel base too that are great! I have also heard a lot of people like Holo Taco peel base but I haven’t personally tried it. Hope this helps! 💖
So helpful! Thank you!
I was wondering do s&co have a activator that’s low odor ?
So the activator isn’t usually the culprit for the odors. Normally it’s the base + top coat with the strong smell. Sparkle and CO’s activator is sometimes scented like vanilla and really pleasant! You can mix and match any activator with low odor base + top coats as well 💖
I have so many different liquids. Idk why I just don't stick with the ones I love. I have to have them all. 🙄 My favorite at the moment are Sparkle & Co and CCW. I do have ManiBoss but haven't used them yet.
I feel this to my core 🤣🤣🤣 even now seeing everyone’s responses I feel like I need to make a list! ✍🏻 😆
Very helpful. Thank you Much 💜
Thank you for watching Tammy! 🥰
Thank you so much for this video ❤
Thanks for watching! I hope you have a wonderful New Year! 💖
@@SipAndDip Ty so much 💜 you too and a safe new year
Do you know a more affordable option from Amazon than sparkle & co for liquids that have a faster drying time?
Revel nail is also on amazon and looks like it’s on sale for $26. It has a faster dry time too 💗 here is a link!
amzn.to/3LkawxJ
I’m a nurse and I’m wondering if these brands would last if my nails with all the hand washing and sanitizer I use daily.
First off, thank you SO much for ALL that you do!! Nurses need all the love and praise 🫶🏻 I think with the proper prep routine and extra layers for strength, you’d do well! I’d probably go with Sparkle and Co because it’s a tad bit thicker which would be great for your job
Do any of these work best to prevent dip flu?
Hey Brooke!! The low odor Sparkle and Co option would be a great one for you to try! 🥰 if you are open to gel liquids, a HEMA free gel option like Mani Boss would be great too. It does require a lamp to cure but it doesn’t have the harsh odor 💖
I love dipwell liquids!
Me too! 🥰 I have been grabbing for their base liquid a lot lately!
Can you do a video on using acrylic power? Would you consider venturing into that, or explain why you don't recommend? I just want to learn and your do good at explaining things. The Lord bless you!
What is your favorite gel polishes
I have a few brands that I have tried and enjoyed! I purchased a Beetles polish kit on Amazon with sooo many fun colors. I use them the most often for art. Unfortunately they have HEMA (I assume) so I keep them for art only and make sure not to touch my skin. I also enjoy the Madam Glam HEMA free colors too!
How strong is the scent with ManiBoss dip liquid?
I don’t find it to be any stronger or different than regular dip powder liquids. It’s tricky for me to say because I don’t suffer from dip flu. So sorry, I know that’s not really helpful 🙈💖
What are you ladies using for no odor dip liquids? I just purchased my third set of dip liquids. I feel like I’m wasting money at this point?
I looove Color My Worlds odorless liquids. It’s a slower drying base and the top coat has a great shine. Have you tried hers yet? 🫶🏻
I wear Kiara Sky dip powder and Makartt gel base and top. For some reason no one ever shows the KS powders and I find them good quality. I rarely have to buff my nails. I started with that brand and just stayed with it. Many of the other companies charge shipping so I haven't bought from them, especially since I'm pleased with KS. If they start selling through Amazon I would likely buy from them, too, based on all the recommendations.
I also started with KS and I had such a bad experience with them! I then discovered all these small shop liquids and they are definitely better than KS
I haven’t tried any Makartt products (besides files) yet but I have definitely seen lots of people love them! 🥰 the very first dip powder that I bought was KS. Manyyyy years ago 🤣 but honestly I had such a bad experience that I almost gave up on dipping 😅🙈 the glitter to clear ratio was so awful and the solid pink I chose was so cloudy and patchy. I ended up getting rid of it and haven’t tried them since. I do wonder if it was a fluke or if things have changed since then. I just haven’t gone back to try 😆 I’m so glad you love it and have found your holy grail products 🙌🏼 that is truly half the battle lol!
I'm still testing out liquids, to be honest; I have only used Risen Legacy and Triple D.
I totally understand! It can take some time to find what you like 🥰 I haven’t tried Triple D liquids yet but I have seen lots of others mention it!
Hi, have you tried nailboo?
Not yet! Their prices and mixed reviews have kept me at bay 😅🙈
@@SipAndDip Thanks for responding I Love you videos.
Have you ever used Nail Boo?
I haven’t but they have been in contact with me recently so maybe soon! 🙃
The first dip liquid I ever used was beetles and got dip flu. To me the scent is too strong. A friend suggested I use SNS instead
Oh noo!! So sorry to hear that 😭💗 sparkle and co sells a low odor set and color my world dips (on Etsy) sells an odorless set 🙌🏼
Did you ever try the one Paris Hilton shares on FB?
The Nail Boo one? I haven’t tried that brand yet. I haven’t seen the best reviews on them 🙈 lots of issues with their liquids. And their prices seem on the higher end. Of course I could be way off! Especially since I haven’t tried them. Just haven’t wanted to after some of the reviews I have seen 😅
@@SipAndDip -Thanks. I agree. Seems very pricey and too good to be true!
Born Pretty are my favorite dip liquids
Triple D is my go too
I haven’t tried them yet! I have her dips but I need to try the liquids 😍 I have heard great things about them 🥳
What an informative video, thank you so much!
Thank you for watching!! 🥰
I will now watch the ads.😀😀
You are so sweet! I appreciate you! 💖
My brush hardened after using the base… what did I do wrong?
Oh no!! I’m sorry to hear that! 💗💗💗
It sounds like your base liquid got contained. It can be from lots of different things unfortunately 😣
One reason is because dip powder got on the brush and returned to the bottle. To prevent this I use a stiff scrub brush after each layer is dried. I also wipe my brush off on a dry napkin (front and back) before returning it to the bottle each time.
It could also be from it touching your skin (oils) or some other contaminate getting on the brush.
You could try to replace just the brush to fix it. But sometimes if the liquid is contaminated inside the bottle then it will just harden a new brush. Some dip powder kit systems also sell a brush saver that you can try. I haven’t had any luck with them but it’s worth a shot!
Good luck ! 💗💗 (I have a dip liquids care video too if you’d like to see what I’m saying with wiping the brush/dusting off)
Hi Chelsea! I tried using your name in caps on my ManiBoss order but it didn't recognize it for some reason...Are you no longer an affiliate?
I have stepped away from being an ambassador due to my schedule so the code isn’t active. BUT I still absolutely LOVE their products! I do have a referral link in the description box (far down) for $5 off your first order 🥰
Where can you purchase ManiBoss?
ManiBoss liquids have been sold out for awhile ☹️
I saw 😭 she has been doing lots of restocks but they sell out really quickly! I think she has a spot on her site to notify you when they come back. BUT a really comparable brand is VIVIDGlam! It’s a small business and the liquid consistency + dry time and shine are super similar!! 💖
Hi, I came here because you have Modelones in the picture but you did not review them. Can you please?
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