Transforming my nails with the revolutionary GELX Overlay method
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- Опубліковано 19 лис 2023
- Hi everyone 🙋🏽♀️
In today’s video we’re trying out the gelx overlay method. I was pleasantly surprised by this technique, the set came out amazing. Do let me know in the comments which nail art is your favourite.
I’m going to try and link the products I used down below.
Hope you’re having a good one💖
Necta nails
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PRODUCTS USED
• Stiletto Nail Tips, Bettycora Soft Gel x Nail Tips Full Cover for Acrylic Nails, Pre-buff False Nails Extensions 120Pcs 12 Sizes Long Stiletto Nail Tips a.co/d/65AHJNN
•Nail Rhinestone Glue Gel, BettyCora 30 ML Super Strong Clear Glue Gel Adhesive for Nail Rhinestones Nail Charms Nail Glue for Nail Tips Acrylic Nails 30ML a.co/d/2iQPZcA
•Limited-time deal: Modelones 5 in 1 Nail Glue Base Coat Nail Polish Set Brush On Gel Nail Glue 15ml for Rhinestone, False Nails, Base Gel, Blooming Nail Art Gel Nail Kit for Acrylic Nails U V Lamp Needed a.co/d/
•Born pretty green gel
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•Born Pretty Cat Magnetic gel
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•FULINJOY 8PCS Nail Art Brushes, Double-Ended Brush and Dotting Tool Kit, Dual End Nail Art Pen Brush Acrylic Round Flat Painting Drawing Liner Nail Tools a.co/d/bVnyeJB
•Amazon storefront
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If you put the nail tip closer to the cuticle and only leave a tiny gap you don't actually have to build an Apex so you can just put a thin layer of builder gel or rubber base coat to seal the gap which makes the overlay method a whole lot faster. This is how korean nail techs who created the method do it.
Thank you for letting me know🙂
Not Korean, Vietnamese. Vietnamese entrepreneurs revolutionized the nail industry and many of the techniques that are till used til this day.
I know the history because I worked with them yrs ago for over 10 yrs starting at 14.
That’s so interesting, thank you for sharing 💖✨💐
No she doesn’t want to do that, that’s not a good technique. The way she did it is best for the nail bed.
However, I do find if you do that there is no integrity in the nail strength. This is fine for a short term or single event set. However, if you intend to wear the set for a longer period, you need to apply a gel overlay for strength. Otherwise you risk damaging the natural nail through flexion.
I was always taught to start with the pinkie finger first because we use our thumbs as tools to apply pressure and hold the tips in place. The thumb nail should always be done last. Your nails turned out great!
Totally agree but because the thumb is the bigger finger it makes it easier to film in detail for my audience. TYSM💖🙂✨
Girl I just started doing the a couple months ago and it’s a game changer.
how helpful
This set is perfection, absolutely beautiful!
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That thumb design and cloud nail makes me feel happy. The thumb nail reminds me of jelly shoes. Used to wear those in the 80s, when I was a kid
Absolutely so cute!! Love your nails!
omg... you finally did a gel x nail video🤭🤭🤭super excited to watch you try thiiis!!! your natural nails look so good , if you get a chance , please do a video on nail care.
I’ll definitely do a nail care video, it’s been highly requested💖🙏🏽💐
Omy gosh this looks so great
BRAVO! BRAVO! BRAVO!
They look really good thanks for the video great job
Creative and simple👏🏽
Your sets are always on point and your instructions are so clear an easy to follow. I have these tips and I had to place them the way you showed or they wouldn't cover my nails fully.
Thank you so much…im glad I could be of help 💖💐✨🙏🏽
Nono, you just amaze me everytime. So many techniques in one vid. Really enjoyed watching.👌👌❤
Thank you so much Dee, I’m really glad you enjoyed it💖✨🤗
Oh my god N. From your voice>>> to explaining perfectly. Loved this. Love the nails❤
Aweeee thank you babe 💖💐✨
I'm just learning how to do hard gel, and I'm so incredibly amazed at your talent!! I have a loooong way to go!!
Thank you so much Kristi, wishing all the best in your nail journey 💖🙂
wow good job. you made it look effortless
Love this❤❤❤
I really enjoyed watching this. They turned out Beautiful!!
Thank you so much💖🙂
Very creative ❤🎉
Amazing and beautiful! Love your work and videos! 🤩🤩
Thank you so much Tanisha💖🥰❤️🤗
Love love love ❤️
I am French and your videos are super clean and well explained 🎀🎀
First time ever seeing one of your vids…you are so talented!!! My jaw was on the floor the entire time! Brilliant 🥂 ✨
Awwwweee thank you so much, that means a lot 💖✨💐🙂
So pretty 🤩 😍
Beautiful set, as always!❤❤
Thank you so much🤗💖
What a pleasant surprise on a rainy day, Nono ❤ Such a whimsical set 🦩🇿🇦
Thank you, glad you liked the surprise 🙏🏽💖✨💐🌧️🌈
I’ve been looking for your application technique before I try to apply my first set. IDK why people place the tips over the entire nails. I like how you left space and filled in the gel at the bottom.
Thank u thank u for making this video ❤❤❤❤❤
So cute! Love the bow.
Thank you, kinda had a weakness for the bow as well💖🙂💐
Wonderful, what a talent you have. I will follow your method.
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Thank you for the helpful video. Will be trying this next time.
I’m glad I could be of help 🤗💖
What a nice treat, thank you Nono🤭
As always, amazing work!❤
Aggghh you’re the sweetest, thank you Babe🙂💖🤗✨
I love the thumb nail! It’s really cute! Now I know how it’s done! I always wondered how that look was accomplished! 😅great video!
Actually all the nails, great job! The index nail would be next.
Thanks!😊😊
Thank you so much, I’ve actually never seen a tutorial on the thumbnail design. I definitely winged it and I’m glad it worked out…there’s probably an easier way of doing it😅💖💐
I absolutely love this method too! It's been a game changer. I stick with the Apres brand though. I've tried several other full cover soft gel tips but none of them were as flexible as Apres and for me unless it's extremely flexible it causes problems with my natural nails and how they grow in. You have beautiful natural nails by the way. If I had your nails I'd slap some rubber base gel on them and grow them out. Yours look very nice naturally too.
Thank you so much, I would definitely love to get my hands on the Apres brand. I can tell that they are great quality and I’m glad they work great for you💖💐🙂
This is a great video and I love your design!! It's so cute
I’ve honestly tried out a lot of gelx dupes and I think it’s safe to say they suck. They’re no apex which leads to the gel glue oozing out which annoys me so much. I’ve decided to purchase the O.G Alpres gel x tips, they are in my Amazon cart and I can’t wait to try them out.
Thank you for the advice on the fluffy effect, I’ll try invest in some velvet powder. Didn’t think that I could develop an allergy by sprinkling polymer on my skin💖🙂💐
your so talented,
you are so kind! earned a new subscriber 💗💗
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Hard to choose a favourite nail. These are all cute 😊
Thank you Khanyi💖🙂💐
Very lovely , you are very talented
TYSM💖
This set is so pretty❤
TY💖🙂
These are so cute 🥺
Thank you💖
this is actually how I always do my nails bc using a full nail creates an apex my naturally flat nails dont have & bc I wear my nails like/instead of acrylics lol I really liked the aura nail
Love love love. I purchased press on nails, clear gel polish & and led light. I’m hoping it makes my press on nails thicker/stronger.
Awesome…keep me posted 🙂
These are so cute Nono❤
Thank you Nozuko🙂💖✨
You are awesome!!!
No, you’re awesome 🤗💖
your natural nails are gorgeous!
Thank you 🙂💖
Im new to your channel loved it❤❤❤❤
Awwweeee thank you so much 🤗💐💖
You did amazing!! How long did this set last you?
My gel ex nails always pop off after about 3/4 days. This set is pretty
I’m going to make another video showing all the tips and tricks so that they last up to 4 weeks 💖✨🙂
U need a frw coats of the gel overlay
@@nectanailsplease do! This is my first time viewing your videos!! I love your techniques/skills!! Beautiful nails! I want to know it all to learn! I am a housewife and mom....I want to save money so it would be more beneficial to start doing my nails at home.
Wow the cloud ☁ nail is my favorite! I have NEVER seen anyone use such a SIMPLE technique to make a PERFECT cloud. I will definitely be trying this out. I also love the nude gel color used on your index finger. Can you please tell me the name of the brand and color?
Thank you💖 It’s Rubber base gel by Planet Nails. It’s called “Lastik” in the shade ROSE 🙂
@@nectanails Thank you 😊
Hello Nono, could you do a glazed donut nail tutorial soon? I'm not trying to impose, it's just a cute look I want to try and I like following your videos.
I’ve done it before on my channel, but it was just one nails. I’ve linked it below 👇🏾 🙂
ua-cam.com/video/fwQ0Z3mBXew/v-deo.htmlsi=AHP8Psy015cL0dRb
So how do you do your right hand? I really need to stop being scared of builder gel and hard gel...such a cool set you did there.
I do it exactly the same way😄💖✨
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Very talented, keep it up! I'm a Nail care Maven and have been providing nail care from natural to cosmetic and technical teachings since 1979 and I know talent when I see it ;-) Loved your clip and your soothing voice. I've subscribed and wish you all the best! xo I'll be back ;-)
That honestly means alot, thank you so much Alex💖🙂
Gel x is brand(apres). These are full cover soft gel nails.
Well done on application
I completely agree but i only added Gel x on the tittle because most people get confused when I say “full cover” 🙂💖🙏🏽
I just wanna know. Did u just put Extensions on top of Enhancements 😮. If so I need that video too!
Nice 👍
Thank you 🙂
I've been catching up on your videos!
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I have tried this method but a week later it started popping off as I work in water a lot
Full cover nails are still my all time go to. Lasts 4 to 5 weeks. Love the nail designs though
It was my first time trying this technique, haven’t tested the longevity though. Stick to what works best for you🙂💖🙌🏾
Exactly
@@nectanails ~ Why didn't you prep your nail beds prior to applying the tips? Is it not required for these particular products? How long did they stay on & did you have any issues at all? Thank You so much for sharing your knowledge!!!!!
I didn’t prep my nails because I had on a peel off base coat, I peel off my designs as soon as I’m done filming. You definitely need to prep you nails before applying your full cover tips or they won’t last…I was thinking of doing a longevity test on the technique that way I’ll be able to see how long they last🙂
@@nectanails Sounds great. I look forward to your longevity video.
is this as strong as acrylic nails, or is it more like poly gel nails? in the sense that with acrylic nails you can use nail polish remover/acetone to change the color without the nail melting but with poly gel the nail melts with acetone or poly gel also has to be change weekly
It’s as strong as acrylic nails. As far as I know polygel shouldn’t melt away with acetone use, you have to file it off the nail. Also polygel lasts for up to 3weeks, you shouldn’t change it weekly🙂💖
What was on your natural nail before you applied the tip? It looked shiny (whereas I'm accustomed to buffing nail plate to remove shine)
That's my DIY peel off base coat so I can pop the nail off when I'm done🙂
Great job! What is that gel you used before starting your nail art please?
It’s a nude rubber base gel🙂💖
These are beautiful😍🤭.
Im a nigerian and a beginner so i cant get the gel nail glue .
Can i use builder gel insted?
I used builder gel hun not gel glue…you definitely can use builder gel. All the best on your nail journey 💖💐
Thank you sooo much
😭✋🏾You got SKILL okay!
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If you like it, I love it.
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If i wanna do just regular gel extension can i use same technique and alcohol?
Not really sure I understand your question, but I’d say try it on one finger and see how you like it🙂💖
Hello, does the builder nail gel stick properly, there is no need for nail glue?
The builder gel works even better than nail glue, the overall nail can last up to 3weeks🙂
How are they holding up
my rubber base always peels after a few washes but i love the design you did a great job i love your accent but give a good waterproof no soak off or whatever because im frustrated
Try a few other brands of rubber base until you find the one that works for you. Are asking that I do a tutorial on the rubber base?
Are you using hard gel or soft gel for the overlay because I heard you say hard gel and just wanted to make sure.
Im sorry for the confusion, I noticed as well that I kept saying “hard gel”. I’m using builder gel, you’re able to soak it off with acetone so it is a soft gel🙂
Why did it never occur to me to cut like that 😂🙆🏾♀️
Did you cure the white gel before applying pigment?
Yes, I cured it for 60 seconds and tapped the pigment on the tacky layer of the gel🙂
Hi, I have been wearing tips for a while now and my natural nails have grown really long. Do you HAVE to cut down your natural nail every time you put on a new set?? I’ve noticed that in most of the nail vids they cut their natural nails short.
Hi there🙂
You don’t have to cut them, it’s just that sometimes the long natural nail doesn’t look as nice underneath a fresh set so that why most people prefer to just cut them 💖
@@nectanailsohhhhh ok so it’s just a personal preference. Good to know, thank you. New Subbie
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Can I get the link for that hard gel used for the clouds??
The one I have is clear so I mixed in some white gel polish, that’s why I didn’t share the link. Here it is
www.amazon.com/Builder-Extension-Scupture-Carving-Modeling/dp/B0BDRF778P/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=O6PAOG8X7WCJ&keywords=born+pretty+non+stick+hand+extension+gel&qid=1706522488&sprefix=born+pretty+non%2Caps%2C391&sr=8-1
What was the base color you used before you started designs?
It’s the Lastik rubber base by Planet nails in the shade “Rose”🙂
Does this help with long lasting gel x nails?
Been looking for a technique that helps with long lasting gel x nails.
Absolutely, you should give it a try🙂💖
What do you have on your nails before applaying the tips?
I have a layer of peel off base coat so I can pop them off once I'm done🙂
Do you already have gel on your nail before putting on the tips?
Yes I do, I always have a layer of rubber base gel just to protect my nails. As a nail content creator my nails take quite a beating.
Where do you purchase your international brands from? Like Modelones, Not Polish etc
I get them sent to me as PR. But I’ve found that Amazon pretty much has most of them, definitely check it out🙂✨💖
Did you put base coat before gel polish?
I just applied a thin layer of protein bond before the gel polish 💖
Can someone help me understand the benefit of doing gel nails this way instead of applying the tip up against the cuticle? Before I do my own gel nails I want to understand the difference.
The only difference is that it looks more natural and whn it grows out, it’s easier to re-fill.
Where is your liner brushes from?
I got them from Shien but when I went to look for them so I can link them, they were out of stock😔
What’s the base on your natural nail?
DIY peel off base coat (cuticle oil + topcoat)🙂
What is the color of the gel polish on index finger
The nude is the Lastik rubber base by Planet Nails in the shade ROSE, and the white is by Maskscara in the shade MALIBU🙂
How the heck are you supposed to flash cure using that flash light, WHILE also holding down your nail to prevent getting air bubbles??! Odd that you didn't film that part 🤔
That’s because I hold it with my teeth
@@nectanails😂I do the same method
I love your ideas, and the work is amazing. Just be aware of how many times you say " ahead "... ty
Thank you so much, I'll definitely work on it🤦🏾♀️😅
How long do they last ?
Up to 4weeks🙂
I have a question, how should the nail look like underneath the nail extensions? Should the gel squeeze up right to where your nail ends or should it spill over if that makes sense? Mine are getting better as I’m learning but I have yet to find someone explain the underside?
That’s such a great question…the gel shouldn’t spill over at all and one of the main reasons is that if the gel cures onto the skin that’s under the nail, it could cause a allergic reaction/contact dermatitis. I’m glad to hear that you’re getting better at it💪🏾💖😊💐
@@nectanails thank you so much for your response and tips on better extensions!! I’m for sure gonna try and keep the gel from getting to close to the edge.
Can you please explain why you turn your finger upside down??
So that the gel levels out on its own, that way I don’t have to file it smooth when I’m done curing🙂
How would you remove these?
You can use acetone🙂
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Your clouds are upside down.
This stuff is great for at home DIY'ers, but its starting to invade salons. If im paying salon prices i want full coverage gel or acrylic. Im ok with a tip, but honestly, its just extra crap on ur nail, and often creates weak points. Its starting to bother me that techs have become lazy and resorting to this instead of putting in the work of sculpting a nail.
I will say that I’ve noticed that more and more nails techs are transitioning to gel extensions. But the advantage is that they spend less time around strong odours, nail dust and shaping the nail🤷🏽♀️💖
@@nectanails oh absolutely. The only problem is the quality suffers now. Ive been to a few salons that have crazy ventilation and dust collection systems in place. Ill definitely pay more for better quality and salon comfort.
I get you, you just have to find a nail tech that still enjoys offering acrylics and gel manicures🙂💐🙌🏾
@RyanFox85 would you not go to someone's home for nails? Totally just want some input. I do lashes at home and ice been doing it 8 years and only have 2 clients right now not sure why.
@@Samwise_92 oh 100%! My previous nail tech worked from home and i loved it! Lash tech works from home as well. Honestly its way more relaxed for me! No outside noise or distraction, just me and my tech shootin the shit and having a good time.
You are leaving over 1 mm of free nail at the cuticle, making them look outgrown already. Bad.
Ok
That's ok that she did that because she went over again and filled it in .. she did a good job 👍
Damn bitzh shut your hating Azz up
WAY too far from the cuticle.
Ok
You obviously have no idea what she is doing. 😏🙄
@@aprilmccants1054 wasting time? All I see.
Seems like sooooo much work🙄 im tired just watching 💤💤💤💤