⛔Before you comment with "why didn't you remove cuticle" please read this: 👉 Where is the CUTICLE? by Doug Schoon article: bit.ly/3q5PgQH I used CND Shellac in Carnation Bliss. It's a soft powdery pink, not too cool with a fantastic formula. It looks great on warmer skin tones. It was a limited edition (of course) so you might not be able to find it easily. For the sparkle I added 1 coat of Blushing Topaz Full video in real time available in Patreon bit.ly/3SwkYGv Manicure Clips for soaking off gel polish amzn.to/3tggOHz Birchwood sticks: amzn.to/3rJIYb2 Heating pad 12x24 inch (30x60cm) amzn.to/3MmCJUX Erica’s Diamond Hand file (medium) bit.ly/3804Wi5 use code: THESALONLIFE for 10% off Erica's Small Tapered Barrel (medium) use code: THESALONLIFE for 10% off MelodySusie MR5 bit.ly/3zl6EZf use code: TSL12 for 12% off CND Scrubfresh bit.ly/3sAaCK0CND Shellac Wear Extender Base bit.ly/3GZ2VTJ CND Shellac Carnation Bliss & Blushing Topaz CND Top Coat Original bit.ly/3a2hqKb CND LED UV Lamp bit.ly/3z29AJe Gold Buffing Block amzn.to/3p2EooJ 99% IPA amzn.to/3en02SJ Table Lamp Slimline DAYLIGHT amzn.to/3c4u3BO ✅ Nail issues? Request your personal nail assessment bit.ly/3xeAqxk disclaimer: some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
My nails are so much better and beautiful after I learned from you not to cutting my cuticles. Also I do the hot oil treatment and I use the Kerasal moisturizer. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️
Absolute perfection as always, from the manicure to the video production. This was so relaxing. This client has gorgeous nails, made even more gorgeous by you! 💗🌸
I have them on Patreon :) It’s so difficult to figure out what works :) I had so many people complaining about the longer videos that they don’t need to see both hands being done etc. Also looking at the analytics on average only 13% of the video was being watched so I figured I will start making shorter versions. With UA-cam if there is not much interest in a video from our subscribers the first few days YT will not show or recommend it to other viewers and the video tanks. That’s why I started putting the longer content on Patreon
@The Salon Life Difficult to work out what's best with UA-cam. Love your channel either way & have learnt so much. Thank you for answering my comment, it certainly wasn't meant as criticism. Best wishes 🥰
Thank you for your response! No, I totally didn’t take it as criticism. I really appreciate your feedback. I’m just a little frustrated with how YT works. I don’t do this for UA-cam but if YT deems a video not interesting by the way how viewers react to it, it won’t show it further 🥲
Hi Anna, thank you so much for your amazing videos! For sure you completely changed my nail care routine and saved my poor skin from being slashed. Now my skin around the nails looks perfect (no cuts, no overgrown skin, no swelling). I have a question. I like my nails super short with preferably no free edge (I don't bite nails or anything like that). Is it safe to wear nails that short? As they grow a little bit longer dirt gets under my nails and I get obsessed with cleaning it all the time. Is it damaging to the nail bed at all or can it change the shape of my natural nail?
Another great manicure and a great hand model! I was wondering if you could recommend a similar colour in either OPI or Essie regular polish? It's such a pretty pink!
I love watching these! I do have a question - I’ve watched you say so many times in the past year or so that we should protect our nail plate at all costs. That we shouldn’t buff our nails bc that takes off the top layer or two of the nail and this makes the nail weaker. But in this video, you used the electric tool to not only smooth the edges, you all ran it along the nail to remove the cuticle that was stuck to the nail. It looks like you are being very gentle but I am still wondering about the nail itself. It seems like you were taking off the top layer of the nail in places. Why not just use the cuticle remover (love Blue Cross, btw, thanks so much for that recommendation!) to get at the sticky cuticle stuck to the nail? Thanks for all you do - my nails are SO much better for listening/learning from you!
So pretty! I’ve tried many diff brands of gel polish that requires a light to cure but they have created bumps and swelling on skin around the nail. Does this mean I’m allergic to all gel polish? Would love to see a video on this. Thank you! ❤
Hi Mindy. If you are noticing bumps and swelling when using gel polishes it may be a wise idea to see a medical professional and get an allergy test done. Also we have a video where we discuss UV cured gel polish related allergies ua-cam.com/video/o_TntfuahsM/v-deo.html Hope this helps! Thanks! - MSL
I struggle allot with creamy colors from CND. It gets streaky and it bulks super annoying and frustrating😩. I tried allot of things like not pressing on the brush when applying, applying it thin as possible. But is still comes streaky and bulky on the nails. Do you have any tips?
Hello, I learn a lot from your videos. Thinking of getting back into nails. Was hoping you could tell me if CND is formulated without formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, dibutyl phthalate and camphor. I know you really care about the natural. Thank you
Hi Nancy! All these ingredients you have listed are less allergenic than acrylates gel polishes are made with. There is actually nothing wrong with the above ingredients unless you are allergic to them. In the description box of this video there are some very important links to information about these ingredients (written by a chemist) The bottom line is, the “chemicals” are not good or bad. You can either use them responsibly and wisely or not. Lack of knowledge about them is more dangerous. And I wish the fear mongering would stop but it won’t because fear sells ;(
Lovely manicure! I have a question about gel polishes. I have a hard time doing my nails because the color keeps sliding off the base coat. What could be the problem? Maybe my lamp?
Either you don’t have the base under the lamp long enough or there is something wrong with the lamp. I’m guessing the base is still significantly wet and not yet set
CND Shellac (which is a brand of gel polish) is removed by acetone. Filing is very risky because you can go too far and file natural nail when the base coat is very thin like in this case. You can file off gel polish when it's applied over a thicker layer of gel.
Hi!! I have developed an interest in nails recently and i want to do my own semi permanent manicures. Is it possible to do so without buffing the nails?
Done correctly and worn correctly the nails need a minimum buff before application. CND Shellac doesn't need very buffed surface (if at all, depends on the nails and how you care for them). I just makes sure that there are no major catches in the nail around the cuticle area. PS: I don't really recommend gel polishes to people who are not specifically trained in these products. They are highly allergenic and many people develop permanent reactions to these products. I should make a video about this...
Hi Lisa! My clients and I both wash hands before service. Soaking nails for more than a minute might be problematic before gel polish application but washing usually takes less than 20 seconds so it's not a problem. Washing is also not a problem when the manicure is done.
Hello V! I don’t recommend gel polish use for DIY because enhancements products can be quite allergenic when improperly applied and cured Here is more info on UV curing schoonscientific.com/2014/complexity-uv-curing/
@@TheSalonLifethank you for your reply. I so love what you do that I feel like flying over to do my manicure with you. Unfortunately, I need some alternative for Dazzle Dry for at home manicure. I'm a mom which simply doesn't have the time for a salon visit😔 Open for any suggestions
Hello :). There is no alternatives for DD really. It is very different. Are you most interested in quick drying product? Manucurist could be an option then. It’s UV cured so still risk of reaction but if used properly it could be ok. I could show you how to use it. Hey, maybe a class? Manucurist is not nitrocellulose free so it can still stain the nail but it removes easily.
I hope you find one bc I love it! Rub it into my cuticles every night before bed and it is a game changer! Will watch the thread with interest - thanks for asking this question.
Yes I have that one too! I don’t think the american version contains urea or salicylic acid. One of them. Make sure it has both. It’s a great cream for sure when it contains both ingredients. Still though I do find Kerasal/Hasceral more effective.
![CND Shellac Manicure w/Bouquet & Negligee [Watch Me Work]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/6eUcqW_06JE/mqdefault.jpg)
![CND Shellac Manicure w/Bouquet & Negligee [Watch Me Work]](/img/tr.png)
![CND Shellac manicure explained in detail [Watch Me Work]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/IFTxlvGloks/mqdefault.jpg)
![💙CND Shellac Manicure💙 [Watch Me Work]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/J6TWV-twOAo/mqdefault.jpg)
⛔Before you comment with "why didn't you remove cuticle" please read this: 👉 Where is the CUTICLE? by Doug Schoon article: bit.ly/3q5PgQH
I used CND Shellac in Carnation Bliss. It's a soft powdery pink, not too cool with a fantastic formula. It looks great on warmer skin tones. It was a limited edition (of course) so you might not be able to find it easily. For the sparkle I added 1 coat of Blushing Topaz Full video in real time available in Patreon bit.ly/3SwkYGv
Manicure Clips for soaking off gel polish amzn.to/3tggOHz
Birchwood sticks: amzn.to/3rJIYb2
Heating pad 12x24 inch (30x60cm) amzn.to/3MmCJUX
Erica’s Diamond Hand file (medium) bit.ly/3804Wi5 use code: THESALONLIFE for 10% off
Erica's Small Tapered Barrel (medium) use code: THESALONLIFE for 10% off
MelodySusie MR5 bit.ly/3zl6EZf use code: TSL12 for 12% off
CND Scrubfresh bit.ly/3sAaCK0CND
Shellac Wear Extender Base bit.ly/3GZ2VTJ
CND Shellac Carnation Bliss & Blushing Topaz
CND Top Coat Original bit.ly/3a2hqKb
CND LED UV Lamp bit.ly/3z29AJe
Gold Buffing Block amzn.to/3p2EooJ
99% IPA amzn.to/3en02SJ
Table Lamp Slimline DAYLIGHT amzn.to/3c4u3BO
✅ Nail issues? Request your personal nail assessment bit.ly/3xeAqxk
disclaimer: some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you).
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
My nails are so much better and beautiful after I learned from you not to cutting my cuticles. Also I do the hot oil treatment and I use the Kerasal moisturizer. Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️
Can you tell me the name of the drill tool that you use for the cuticles?
So relaxing. This will be my relaxing video for tonight to help me sleep ♥️
Absolute perfection as always, from the manicure to the video production. This was so relaxing. This client has gorgeous nails, made even more gorgeous by you! 💗🌸
Thank you so much Mothra! ❤️
@The Salon Life
WOW!
I feel like an idiot.
I have used soak off gel, and I NEVER thought about the heating pad.
WOW!
Thank you so much for sharing.
Heating pad really helps and it's super relaxing in the winter :)
@@TheSalonLife I know that's right. Thank you very much for your help!
I miss your 30 minute manicures 😆🤩 so relaxing.
I have them on Patreon :)
It’s so difficult to figure out what works :) I had so many people complaining about the longer videos that they don’t need to see both hands being done etc. Also looking at the analytics on average only 13% of the video was being watched so I figured I will start making shorter versions.
With UA-cam if there is not much interest in a video from our subscribers the first few days YT will not show or recommend it to other viewers and the video tanks. That’s why I started putting the longer content on Patreon
@The Salon Life Difficult to work out what's best with UA-cam. Love your channel either way & have learnt so much. Thank you for answering my comment, it certainly wasn't meant as criticism. Best wishes 🥰
Thank you for your response! No, I totally didn’t take it as criticism. I really appreciate your feedback. I’m just a little frustrated with how YT works.
I don’t do this for UA-cam but if YT deems a video not interesting by the way how viewers react to it, it won’t show it further 🥲
Gorgeous nails, gorgeous work! 💞
Thank you! 😊
That is a beautiful shade of pink 🔥
Wish I lived near you so that I could get a manicure from you. You do such beautiful work!! ♥️
Thank you so much!
Hi Anna, thank you so much for your amazing videos! For sure you completely changed my nail care routine and saved my poor skin from being slashed. Now my skin around the nails looks perfect (no cuts, no overgrown skin, no swelling).
I have a question. I like my nails super short with preferably no free edge (I don't bite nails or anything like that). Is it safe to wear nails that short? As they grow a little bit longer dirt gets under my nails and I get obsessed with cleaning it all the time. Is it damaging to the nail bed at all or can it change the shape of my natural nail?
Yes it’s absolutely safe to have short nails without any free edge :)
@@TheSalonLife Thank you for the answer❤️
Another great manicure and a great hand model! I was wondering if you could recommend a similar colour in either OPI or Essie regular polish? It's such a pretty pink!
Dnes jsem byla na nehtech a mám přesně tuhle barvu))))Paní je moc šikovná))))
I love to see you working ❤
Thank you kindly 🤗
I love watching these! I do have a question - I’ve watched you say so many times in the past year or so that we should protect our nail plate at all costs. That we shouldn’t buff our nails bc that takes off the top layer or two of the nail and this makes the nail weaker. But in this video, you used the electric tool to not only smooth the edges, you all ran it along the nail to remove the cuticle that was stuck to the nail. It looks like you are being very gentle but I am still wondering about the nail itself. It seems like you were taking off the top layer of the nail in places. Why not just use the cuticle remover (love Blue Cross, btw, thanks so much for that recommendation!) to get at the sticky cuticle stuck to the nail? Thanks for all you do - my nails are SO much better for listening/learning from you!
Hello, thank you for your great question! I talked about this in this video on IG
instagram.com/tv/Cor-DExjK1_/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Here is another video where I talk about e-file and why I use it
ua-cam.com/video/Q40D1UyujeA/v-deo.html
Beautiful mani on beautiful hands ❤
Thank you so much 😊
I need the heating pad! Presto!
💅🏾 BEAUTIFUL!
This type of mani don’t need uv lamp?
So pretty! I’ve tried many diff brands of gel polish that requires a light to cure but they have created bumps and swelling on skin around the nail. Does this mean I’m allergic to all gel polish? Would love to see a video on this. Thank you! ❤
Hi Mindy. If you are noticing bumps and swelling when using gel polishes it may be a wise idea to see a medical professional and get an allergy test done. Also we have a video where we discuss UV cured gel polish related allergies ua-cam.com/video/o_TntfuahsM/v-deo.html Hope this helps! Thanks! - MSL
Can you tell me what is the name of drill tool that you use for cuticles?
How long does it look good usually?
I am not familiar w/cnd shellac, do you cure it with uv lamp? Or is it regular polish? How do you fix streaking also?
Hi Roslin! CND Shellac is a hybrid gel polish. You do need UV lamp to cure it
I struggle allot with creamy colors from CND. It gets streaky and it bulks super annoying and frustrating😩. I tried allot of things like not pressing on the brush when applying, applying it thin as possible. But is still comes streaky and bulky on the nails. Do you have any tips?
Hello, I learn a lot from your videos. Thinking of getting back into nails. Was hoping you could tell me if CND is formulated without formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, dibutyl phthalate and camphor. I know you really care about the natural. Thank you
Hi Nancy! All these ingredients you have listed are less allergenic than acrylates gel polishes are made with.
There is actually nothing wrong with the above ingredients unless you are allergic to them. In the description box of this video there are some very important links to information about these ingredients (written by a chemist)
The bottom line is, the “chemicals” are not good or bad. You can either use them responsibly and wisely or not. Lack of knowledge about them is more dangerous. And I wish the fear mongering would stop but it won’t because fear sells ;(
@@TheSalonLife thank you for the reply. I will check out the video. Much appreciated
You're welcome Nancy! ❤️
Beauuuutiful color!!! 💅🏻💗
Thank you! 😊
Lovely manicure!
I have a question about gel polishes.
I have a hard time doing my nails because the color keeps sliding off the base coat. What could be the problem? Maybe my lamp?
Are you using CND Shellac?
Either you don’t have the base under the lamp long enough or there is something wrong with the lamp. I’m guessing the base is still significantly wet and not yet set
Which solution are you using for the removal of gel nail paint??? Is filing is better or the solution which you are using??
CND Shellac (which is a brand of gel polish) is removed by acetone. Filing is very risky because you can go too far and file natural nail when the base coat is very thin like in this case.
You can file off gel polish when it's applied over a thicker layer of gel.
Hi!! I have developed an interest in nails recently and i want to do my own semi permanent manicures. Is it possible to do so without buffing the nails?
Done correctly and worn correctly the nails need a minimum buff before application. CND Shellac doesn't need very buffed surface (if at all, depends on the nails and how you care for them). I just makes sure that there are no major catches in the nail around the cuticle area.
PS: I don't really recommend gel polishes to people who are not specifically trained in these products. They are highly allergenic and many people develop permanent reactions to these products.
I should make a video about this...
What are your thoughts on clients washing their hands before applying the gel polish? Or washing them when the gel manicure is done?
Hi Lisa! My clients and I both wash hands before service. Soaking nails for more than a minute might be problematic before gel polish application but washing usually takes less than 20 seconds so it's not a problem.
Washing is also not a problem when the manicure is done.
Thank you!
Gorgeous!
Thank you! 😊
love it 😍🥰💅🏼💅🏼
Beautiful color, you’re client her naturel nails look healthy. Why do you shorten her nails?
Hi Shirley! Because this client likes this shape and length :)
Majority of my clients come to me because I make short and natural nails beautiful 😻
@@TheSalonLife thank you for you’re answer
Perfection ❤️❤️❤️
What do you use that clear base gel before gel polish..?
Hello, this is CND Shellac base coat.
Do you know a cool toned CND pink that looks similar? I'm always overwhelmed by the pictures of the shades and don't know which one to choose.
Cake Pop is cooler and Aurora is also very nice but quite lighter, like a whitish pink
Swatching the ENTIRE CND Shellac Line 2021 [Video #2 PINKS +NUDES]
ua-cam.com/video/QGgERBVZ6rI/v-deo.html
SWATCHING THE ENTIRE CND SHELLAC LINE 2021 [LAVENDERS AND PINKS]
ua-cam.com/video/2rRyECDBC4U/v-deo.html
Hi Anna, "soaking" up your videos from Germany. What UV lamp would you recommend for home usage? BR
Hello V! I don’t recommend gel polish use for DIY because enhancements products can be quite allergenic when improperly applied and cured
Here is more info on UV curing
schoonscientific.com/2014/complexity-uv-curing/
@@TheSalonLifethank you for your reply. I so love what you do that I feel like flying over to do my manicure with you.
Unfortunately, I need some alternative for Dazzle Dry for at home manicure. I'm a mom which simply doesn't have the time for a salon visit😔 Open for any suggestions
Hello :). There is no alternatives for DD really. It is very different. Are you most interested in quick drying product? Manucurist could be an option then. It’s UV cured so still risk of reaction but if used properly it could be ok. I could show you how to use it. Hey, maybe a class?
Manucurist is not nitrocellulose free so it can still stain the nail but it removes easily.
How do you think, if I don't wanna use a color, is it okay to use just base and top?
Hello Inna! With CND Shellac?
Hi 😊 yes, for more lasting but natural look.
Try base coat, 1 coat of Clearly Pink and Top Coat.
♥️♥️♥️
🙂
😍😍😍
Thank you :)
Any Germans here who have an alternative for Kerasal Cream? I just can get it from Amazon for 25€ 😢 Happy about any tips!!
I hope you find one bc I love it! Rub it into my cuticles every night before bed and it is a game changer! Will watch the thread with interest - thanks for asking this question.
Have you tried iHerb?
es.iherb.com/me/thesalonlife
Maybe CeraVe Smoothing creme will work? It also contains urea and is available in Europe. I use it instead of Kerasal and it is amazing
Yes I have that one too! I don’t think the american version contains urea or salicylic acid. One of them. Make sure it has both. It’s a great cream for sure when it contains both ingredients. Still though I do find Kerasal/Hasceral more effective.
list for the europeans :) bit.ly/3MiyT1z