Yes I had exactly same struggle to do it on myself. I put my lamp to the edge of the table, presses the minute light and then applies the tip and when under the lamp to cure it.
I found a iPhone clamp on Amazon that was small enough to hold a led flashlight, so now I turn it on before I start applying the nails and just put my nail under once I’ve applied the nail. Saves so much time!
tmcdgreen I used to prop my light with a book and angle it out. I’m surprised so many people didn’t think to rig the light up in some way so they have both hands available. It’s a simple fix. I just bought a lamp with a removable bottom and sensors that turn on when you put your hand under and I turn it on it’s side and that works even better!
There is a lamp that you can attach to your table that hangs like a light, and has a foot control to turn it off and on which helps a lot. Another thing I saw on Apres is they tape the light on the box by the cord, overhanging very easy . Also you can use primer to prep the under side, much easier. Good job though.
I know the C-Curve is good but I always feel like the barrel of the nails are so thin! I've heard good things but I'm still not sold completely - I love good old sculpting, for me, they've taken away the fun of building your own nails :D Glad you did a video on it I was very curious!
I said the same thing but doing my own nails used to take me 2 hours plus .. after all day clients I don’t want to spend so much so these nails are amazing .. strong and beautiful !!!
Use a regular lamp with a detachable bottom and a ir movement sensor. I turn the lamp on it’s side. I love the Apres Gel-x system. So easy and I get lots of compliments.
I’m 12 learning nail art lol and this video is so realistic and satisfying!! I wanted to buy one of these kits but I did it realise it was soo expensive!!! Oh well this videos entertaining cx
i’m 12 too and i’m learning how to do acrylic and other nails. if you want nails like this just buy this tips on aliexpress. they are the same. then buy some clear gel ( it doesn’t have to be in the bottle). oh and you must have electric file to file that nail tip so you can have them on for longer time. it’s not that expensive and it’s the same quality.👍🏻🙃❤️
Hi Isabel. This is the first time I’ve seen your channel and now I’m hooked! Your work is amazing and tutorials really helpful. I found you because I wanted to see reviews on Apres Gel extensions system. I think I will now invest thanks to your videos 👍🏼
I love this system! The nails last for about three weeks. The only thing is the nails are hard to place when you're doing them alone...i always need help curing them. I finally bought some clear nail clamps so hopefully they'll help. Tfs! ☺️
Great video! I love this idea and I'm sooo tempted, (like, in my basket tempted before my hols!) but how strong are the nails themselves? Are they a bit flimsy or are they quite sturdy? Thanks!
I put mine on the other day and I love them! I forgot To prep The inside of the nail but I’ve had them 4 days already and so far so good. I bought a gel kit of nail polishes for $25 with 30 colors and they are also amazing
Yay so glad you filmed this! I love this system I’ve been using it on myself for months. Please do a video with a design (glitter?) on the apres gel x nails! Also anxiously awaiting for the release of the medium stiletto tips from apres
OMG thank you for this video. I have the same type of tips and couldn't figure out how to get them to stay and cure so you are awesome!! I've looked all over and couldn't find videos on this way of applying tips with gel. Thank you!!!!!!
What’s the difference between sculpted and natural? Why did you get sculpted? I have rounded nail beds should I get sculpted or natural? Thanks! Love the vidoe
do you have flat nail beds? because i do and i want to get the sculpted tips because of their beautiful apex but i‘m afraid they won‘t fit or feel comfortable. what do you recommend?
Hi Isabel thankyou again for a beautifully put together video, So glad you did this clip they look fab , have few questions how long do they last? As they grow out, can you do a fill, with say, hard gel or gel in a bottle? and lastly were did you purchase the kit?, I cannot find it in your Dropbox. Side note I love to watch you work and that your honest about when you don't get it first time+ when you talk you don't have any and ern's....how do you do that ... Thanks again 😉
@@CrazyJane76 thankyou for that but I am in the Highland's of Scotland and feel that's a tad to far to travel for product training but thankyou with regards to were I can purchase thanks Jane😉
if it helps anyone, i put my mini lamp from the kit onto its side and hold the nail up to it to cure it just enough for it to stick, and then i do a second full cure when i don't have to hold it anymore
I have so many questions lol. Do I have to buy the kit?? And can I use my hard gel for the nails?? And the UV lite can I use my UV lite? And the tips is regular clear tips as in full clear tips any kind? And the base coat can I use my base coat??
can i use only a big lamp even at the beginning when i have to put the nails and than also at the end to fully cure the nails or is there any differences ?
My nails in terms of width is verrrrryy small. But when I try to file the tips to be my nail size it ends up looking really un-proportioned, what should I do?
i got this myself and have tried it on myself (very difficult but obviously have to get the hang of it) second time did it on a friend. Alot more simple but exactly how i felt is how my friend felt. They seem so weak. I dont know what i could be doing wrong? i honestly couldnt do a thing becuz they were so flimsy
I’ve been wanting to try this out but the kit is pricey.. I just found another kit from a brand called xtens nail system . I tried searching for it on UA-cam nobody has reviewed it yet.. but it’s a lot cheaper and is the exact same thing they have a nice website as well.. xtens nail system is 59.99 us
They can last about 4-5 weeks it’s really depends some girl can have them for about 5 weeks and they look decent but some can have them for about 2-3 weeks depends on the length of the nail and how fast your nails grow
I bought the dope of this system and it failed. 30 minutes after I had completed both hands they popped off. I was washing my hands when it happened. I think I can only use acrylic.
Since no one has responded, maybe I can help! For removal, I file off the top shine. Then wrap my nails in a cotton ball soaked in acetone with aluminum foil for 15-20 minutes and then remove the foils and scrape what is loose. Keep re-wrapping nails until all product is loose and able to be scraped off. You don’t want to be rough.
Are you using the builder gel as the "glue"? I was curious of using mine to glue them and then possibly a layer after for a bit more strength as I'm a carpenter by trade, very hard on my hands and nails. Builder gel is usually my go to for sculpting, but it's just so time consuming to really sculpt a nail with it.
i get them done in a salon and they stay on and beautiful until you take them off. i’ve kept mine for 6 weeks once when they were closed because of covid !
Hello. Thank you for this very informative video. May I ask where you bought your kit? I have tried TNBL but most of their tips are out of stock all the time.
I usually take the bottom plate off of my lamp and put it in the edge of the table and cure it that way. Helps with the extra hand problem.
So glad I read your comment! Now I know what to do, thanks 😁👍
Yes ! Or I prop the one side up so its easier to fit both my hands since I'm holding the nail down
Thank you for this tip coco x
Coco_Munroe me too lol
Girl you sooo smart lol
What I love about these is that as a nail tech you can have the ease of having effortless nails and then still enjoy building client nails 🙂
I really want to invest in this kit... they look so much easier and quicker then standard extensions... thanks for this vid!
Thank you for this. I love that you showed your struggles at the beginning and how you problem solved it.
Yes I had exactly same struggle to do it on myself. I put my lamp to the edge of the table, presses the minute light and then applies the tip and when under the lamp to cure it.
I found a iPhone clamp on Amazon that was small enough to hold a led flashlight, so now I turn it on before I start applying the nails and just put my nail under once I’ve applied the nail. Saves so much time!
tmcdgreen I used to prop my light with a book and angle it out. I’m surprised so many people didn’t think to rig the light up in some way so they have both hands available. It’s a simple fix. I just bought a lamp with a removable bottom and sensors that turn on when you put your hand under and I turn it on it’s side and that works even better!
There is a lamp that you can attach to your table that hangs like a light, and has a foot control to turn it off and on which helps a lot. Another thing I saw on Apres is they tape the light on the box by the cord, overhanging very easy . Also you can use primer to prep the under side, much easier. Good job though.
So I got a system like this, the only thing I didn't do was file the nail and all my nails fell off before 24 hours. What did I do wrong? I'm so sad
@@lemonice2700 u have to file ur nails n file the inside of the extension nail
I know the C-Curve is good but I always feel like the barrel of the nails are so thin! I've heard good things but I'm still not sold completely - I love good old sculpting, for me, they've taken away the fun of building your own nails :D Glad you did a video on it I was very curious!
Saranne Huxton I have a couple more videos coming where I share my thoughts more 😍xx
I said the same thing but doing my own nails used to take me 2 hours plus .. after all day clients I don’t want to spend so much so these nails are amazing .. strong and beautiful !!!
I absolutely love this system 💖I had my hubby helped me with the light. Sometimes the guys can be useful 😝 😆 thanks for your review and tutorial.
Use a regular lamp with a detachable bottom and a ir movement sensor. I turn the lamp on it’s side. I love the Apres Gel-x system. So easy and I get lots of compliments.
Thanks for a good tip!! Now I have a good excuse to upgrade to the higher grade light I had my eye on. 😁🌸
Hi r u from the uk? If so did u have to pay a customs fee to get this shipped to u xx
Dolly, great idea!!💜🦋💜
I’m 12 learning nail art lol and this video is so realistic and satisfying!! I wanted to buy one of these kits but I did it realise it was soo expensive!!! Oh well this videos entertaining cx
i’m 12 too and i’m learning how to do acrylic and other nails. if you want nails like this just buy this tips on aliexpress. they are the same. then buy some clear gel ( it doesn’t have to be in the bottle). oh and you must have electric file to file that nail tip so you can have them on for longer time. it’s not that expensive and it’s the same quality.👍🏻🙃❤️
There’s a cheaper kit on amazon that a dupe but without the prep and primer
Hi Isabel. This is the first time I’ve seen your channel and now I’m hooked! Your work is amazing and tutorials really helpful. I found you because I wanted to see reviews on Apres Gel extensions system. I think I will now invest thanks to your videos 👍🏼
Hello did you ever purchase the product? If so how do you like it?
I love this system! The nails last for about three weeks. The only thing is the nails are hard to place when you're doing them alone...i always need help curing them. I finally bought some clear nail clamps so hopefully they'll help. Tfs! ☺️
MsK Tee what clamps did you buy and from where? Thanks!
Kay Tee Nail clamps? Whatttt girl where did you get them from? Definitely need
Rebma A I bought them on Amazon. They’re clear and work well with my lamp
Kashely Canales I bought them on Amazon. They’re clear and work well with my lamp. Good luck! ☺️
@@Mskaytee do u have a problem with them not being sturdy
Amazing!! I was wondering for how long it’s stay? You can do a filling after 3 weeks? Or you need to take them out?
Great video! I love this idea and I'm sooo tempted, (like, in my basket tempted before my hols!) but how strong are the nails themselves? Are they a bit flimsy or are they quite sturdy? Thanks!
I have an idea, you could mount it with a rig to a desk to flash curre on your own. For the single peeps lol
They are great, just wondering if the tips can break / take off from the gel on the finger? Are they as strong as acryl nails or do they break easy?
IG: iam_ DREA_boo I had this and didn’t have the tips break, but after around 2-3 weeks they started to pop off
I like the pot extend gel because I can use all product when it’s in a bottle you don’t get it all
I put mine on the other day and I love them! I forgot
To prep
The inside of the nail but I’ve had them 4 days already and so far so good. I bought a gel kit of nail polishes for $25 with 30 colors and they are also amazing
Could you please share the kit and where you got it from? Thanks.
Yay so glad you filmed this! I love this system I’ve been using it on myself for months. Please do a video with a design (glitter?) on the apres gel x nails! Also anxiously awaiting for the release of the medium stiletto tips from apres
Linnea Burns do you need another lamp? :))
Do you know if they’re thin like press on nails or a nice sturdy nail? When ever I use press ins and I scratch things like my face and clothes
@@kaeshalae1 they are not as thin as press on nails. They are very natural looking though and not sharp at all.
How long do these nails usually last for please? Thanks.
Can you use gel polish over the gel extensions or should you just use regular polish?
You can use gel
OMG thank you for this video. I have the same type of tips and couldn't figure out how to get them to stay and cure so you are awesome!! I've looked all over and couldn't find videos on this way of applying tips with gel. Thank you!!!!!!
This video helped me with all of my doubts thank you so much amazing looking nails 😻
This video was super helpful. I will now be purchasing this, Thank you !
The design you made is really pretty 😍.
This system is really intriguing me and my nail bestie were chatting about these. Great video tfs
Kisha Douglas I have a couple more video coming more in depth 👌😁
I love your video! Ty so much! What lamp do you use?
What’s the difference between sculpted and natural? Why did you get sculpted? I have rounded nail beds should I get sculpted or natural? Thanks! Love the vidoe
When you use the dehydrator and prep are you supposed to cure those? Or just the gel?
Love ❤️ this tutorial. How long do they last ? 😊 just subscribed
do you have flat nail beds? because i do and i want to get the sculpted tips because of their beautiful apex but i‘m afraid they won‘t fit or feel comfortable. what do you recommend?
Is there something that’s very similar to this without buying the whole kit?
Does the kit comes with nails tips or do u have to buy them separately
So do you us gel polish after or just regular polish with gel topcoat??
Loved the video! This system looks very interesting! I'd never heard about it before!
Can't wait for the tutorial, that design is stunning 😍
Hi Isabel thankyou again for a beautifully put together video,
So glad you did this clip they look fab , have few questions how long do they last? As they grow out, can you do a fill, with say, hard gel or gel in a bottle? and lastly were did you purchase the kit?, I cannot find it in your Dropbox.
Side note I love to watch you work and that your honest about when you don't get it first time+ when you talk you don't have any and ern's....how do you do that ...
Thanks again 😉
Sarah Dossor not sure where Isabel got hers but Staffordshire nail academy has this complete system and also training courses x
I got my kit from TNBL 🥰
Thank you ☺️ I will have a few more videos coming where I will answer these questions xx
@@CrazyJane76 thankyou for that but I am in the Highland's of Scotland and feel that's a tad to far to travel for product training but thankyou with regards to were I can purchase thanks Jane😉
@@isabelmaynails look forward to watching😀
How long do they last for?
Aww I wish that I had nail beds like yours
I’m glad that you like them I ordered some today
Is it possible to do the design first and then apply it to the nails?
im wondering how long they will last on the nails since the glue is practically the only thing attaching the bottom nail with the gel extension..?
You can also use a nail clip to hold the nail on if doing it on yourself x
From other videos I have watched they went in at a 45 degree angle and used the light like a flashlight. Thanks for sharing!
Lena Payne I have got myself a flash light now eeek so exiting xxx
if it helps anyone, i put my mini lamp from the kit onto its side and hold the nail up to it to cure it just enough for it to stick, and then i do a second full cure when i don't have to hold it anymore
I have so many questions lol. Do I have to buy the kit?? And can I use my hard gel for the nails?? And the UV lite can I use my UV lite? And the tips is regular clear tips as in full clear tips any kind? And the base coat can I use my base coat??
can i use only a big lamp even at the beginning when i have to put the nails and than also at the end to fully cure the nails or is there any differences ?
Beautiful work!
I want to know if you can add a filler when they grow out or if they have to come off completely and be redone?
they have to come off completely and be redone
Do you feel they’re expensive as opposed to regular acrylic or gel?
Hello. Are the nails strong? The actual nail part not the part that’s on your nail? I worry about them bending?
Elizabeth McEldery I’ve been using this system 2yrs and they don’t bend, they’re actually very strong 💪
You can get clips to hold the tip on while you cure it.
what are they called?
@@juanitacolette5766 you can get really inexpensive ones from AliExpress or amazon just type „nail tip clips“ in the search bar
Heyy love your video, do you think it would work with Builder gel?
do you have to use the extend gel or can you use nail glue?
never heard of this... Is this a replacement for acrylics? Or just 1 time use only?
Your natural nail looks purplish. Is that from the acrylic?
Who’s here from that tiktok
Lol I’m sold
Mee
not me
Hey did u have to pay a customs fee when u ordered these xx
How would you recommend to buff the inside of the tip if you don’t have an e-file? Xxx
Phoebe Haswell I don’t know lovely that is how they show to prep the tip nails 🙈😬
You can use a cuticle stone x
My nails in terms of width is verrrrryy small. But when I try to file the tips to be my nail size it ends up looking really un-proportioned, what should I do?
Hi, I have very flat nails. What tip would be best for flat nails?
u can get a uv flash light and attach it to a extendable arm. That way u dont need an extra hand
These should last a month correct?
Is it good and how many weeks left
Do you recommend apres nails ??
i got this myself and have tried it on myself (very difficult but obviously have to get the hang of it) second time did it on a friend. Alot more simple but exactly how i felt is how my friend felt. They seem so weak. I dont know what i could be doing wrong? i honestly couldnt do a thing becuz they were so flimsy
Do you have to link to the website would love to buy this! Thanks
These are soooo hard to get on without bubbles!
SO can I use my normal plastic full nails, or does it have to be these?
I was wondering the same thing
I tried this with regular clear full coverage tips and builders gel...no issues so far
This was so helpful, thank you!
I’ve been wanting to try this out but the kit is pricey.. I just found another kit from a brand called xtens nail system . I tried searching for it on UA-cam nobody has reviewed it yet.. but it’s a lot cheaper and is the exact same thing they have a nice website as well.. xtens nail system is 59.99 us
Are you a nail tech? If so, I can recommend a group for you.
Did u like the dupe ?
Kathy Kovacic Im an aspiring nail tech. Anything you recommend?
Are you still using the gel x? If so how are you finding it? I’m interested in getting it from TNBL x
These look great! I have ski slope nails though so how do you think they would go for me?
Sara Macleod you might have to apply a bit more gel on the inside of the tip before you apply maybe xx
My extend gel seems a lot more sticky than yours and it gets everywhere. I wonder if I can add a bit of acetone to it to thin it out
Hopefully you haven't. You'll ruin it!!!
If you have the gel that comes in the pot, it seems thicker.
Where is the kit from??
do you think youd be able to paint and design the nails before applying them? I feel like itd be alot easier to do design work that way..
daniella kush not possible, because the LED light wouldn’t be able to shine on the gel and it wouldn’t cure
Thank you for your sharing. It is so beautiful
This video was very informative..❤️
It just takes a little practice . I do my own and it took me a couple tries to get them perfect w no help
So how long did they eventually last on you?
They can last about 4-5 weeks it’s really depends some girl can have them for about 5 weeks and they look decent but some can have them for about 2-3 weeks depends on the length of the nail and how fast your nails grow
Wow thank you! Definitely want to give this a try xx
What kind of tips were you using here? I see they come in "natural" and "sculpted" varieties.
As the video title says "Aprés gelx".
I didnt hear what brand your clear nails were?
I have a question, are these nails just as strong as acrylics? Or do they fall off easier...
They are just as strong I love them
What kind of e drill do you use?
And how do u take them off afterwards????
I bought the dope of this system and it failed. 30 minutes after I had completed both hands they popped off. I was washing my hands when it happened. I think I can only use acrylic.
I had this same issue with the nails not holding down well so I could cure it
What process would you use to remove these? I watched there video on them and was intrigued to save time from using an acrylic system
Since no one has responded, maybe I can help! For removal, I file off the top shine. Then wrap my nails in a cotton ball soaked in acetone with aluminum foil for 15-20 minutes and then remove the foils and scrape what is loose. Keep re-wrapping nails until all product is loose and able to be scraped off. You don’t want to be rough.
Where did you order this from ?
Why is the tip on the whole nail ? I thought it was only supposed to be on the bottom
This is a full coverage tip.
I just got the kit and they been falling off and im guessing it's the bubbling idk. I did polygel tht was even worse they broke so fast.
I turn my lamp on first on 90 seconds then apply the nail then cure it.
That was really helpfull , thank you!
Could you use a builder gel to do this?! Im new to nails so dunno of thats a stupid question ahah!
Yes !! It’s literally like the same thing, I use builder gel & it’s lasted over a month
Rox, woo!! Right im doing it! Thank you ❤️
@@Ntidikelly I've been using the builder gel since I made this comment a year ago.... Amazing. Works so so well
Are you using the builder gel as the "glue"? I was curious of using mine to glue them and then possibly a layer after for a bit more strength as I'm a carpenter by trade, very hard on my hands and nails. Builder gel is usually my go to for sculpting, but it's just so time consuming to really sculpt a nail with it.
How LOng do theSe last ???
i get them done in a salon and they stay on and beautiful until you take them off. i’ve kept mine for 6 weeks once when they were closed because of covid !
Hello. Thank you for this very informative video. May I ask where you bought your kit? I have tried TNBL but most of their tips are out of stock all the time.
eBay sells them in every size and shape
I have this as well my nails are not hard they are soft after I follow the steps the nails are real fragile.
Do you have the website link? Would love to buy this
@@jadepople7818 apresnail.com/products/sculpted-coffin-extra-long-box-of-tips
Where did you buy these nails??
Can you put acrylic powder on top?
What's the difference between the natural and the sculpted????
The sculpted had more of an apex.