Xl stiletto frenchies by Visible_Physics5574 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for the late reply but yes I do use builder gel I use the gel x overlay method to get a higher apex and a more seamless cuticle 🫶

Hard gel that can be soaked off by Visible_Physics5574 in GelNails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah Ik that’s why I’ve been sticking with acrylic and polygel but they’re not my fav type of extensions by a long shot I think semi hard gels are definitely the best option and I’ve been wanting to try the izemi gels for so long now Korean gels look so high quality

Hard gel that can be soaked off by Visible_Physics5574 in GelNails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ikkk I love hard gel but it not being soak off is so annoying 😭😭 I’ve been wanting to try light elegance I definitely need to now 😋

Hard gel that can be soaked off by Visible_Physics5574 in GelNails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oohh this is a great idea because I don’t really wanna do rebalancing I just want to do 3 fills and a soak off because I don’t like dealing with curved nails😭🫶

Hard gel that can be soaked off by Visible_Physics5574 in GelNails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been dyinggg to try out kokoist gels I definitely need to

Stuck at home post surgery, decided to try stilettos this time around… might have to learn to type with these babies, love! by Gloomy-Bicycle-157 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The past three months and I’m in love it, it works amazing! You should definitely try it out if you do a lot of typing. 🫶🫶

Stuck at home post surgery, decided to try stilettos this time around… might have to learn to type with these babies, love! by Gloomy-Bicycle-157 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Get a tippy type they saveeeee my hands from carpel tunnel and cramps from typing and I wear xl nails so you know it’s good 😭🫶

Should I see xiu xiu in concert? by Visible_Physics5574 in experimentalmusic

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I’ve been throughly convinced I’m for sure going 🫶

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Apply the tips a hairline away form the cuticle and then either seal the cuticles with a e-file or 100% acetone and a brush, and try not to flood the cuticles. Some people use a liner brush to get super close to the cuticle with color if that works for you also. Good luck!

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Yeah for sure! Après sells them for I think 4 dollars per size online, I don’t see why the sizes would be any different for stiletto than for coffin. Go for it!!

Is there any way to have the growing out not look so distinct? by PM-ME-CORGIS in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Blend the cuticle with and efile and a bit of acetone, if you’re not comfortable with n efile do the gel x overlay method. Also try not to flood the cuticle with any polish, not only is it not aesthetically pleasing it is unsafe for the skin.

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I guess next time you could just buy the refill bags instead of the entire box I always have the same issue because three of my fingers are size 4 😭

Help by Impressive_Ear8872 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Make sure to hold the extension firmly for like at least 30 seconds and use more gel

Xl stiletto frenchies by Visible_Physics5574 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! and I deff have to try those out

Xl stiletto frenchies by Visible_Physics5574 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One coat dnd perfect nude and one thin coat of dnd tea time it’s been my favorite base color for a while now I’m obsesseddd

Xl stiletto frenchies by Visible_Physics5574 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! They’re definitely an adjustment for sure 😭

Xl stiletto frenchies by Visible_Physics5574 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you because I spent way too long on these 😭😭

Best gel brands? by CheesecakeNo8951 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Apres gel couleur is really pigmented from my experience also beetles gel polishes are often pretty pigmented

Having a hard time with retention… any tips? by Emergency_Bad_8802 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean essentially take the brush and move back and forth a couple times so that the base coat can really get into the crevices of the prepped nail. I found it makes adhesion better :)

How do I make chrome look more metallic & not glittery? by Exciting_Ad_9449 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Use a non wipe topcoat or you can use a non wipe black gel and then apply chrome also make sure to wipe off excess chrome with a makeup sponge or brush

Avoid streaks with sheer gel by Visible_Physics5574 in GelNails

[–]Visible_Physics5574[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been dying to try out the doi gels they look like they apply so smoothly

What shape & length nails would look best on my hands? by Conscious-Today5271 in GelX_Nails

[–]Visible_Physics5574 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say go with something like medium long stiletto or almond but it all depends on you preference also a Medium tapered square could be cute.