Gel nail extensions: step-by-step instructions video master class

Gel extensions
Most specialists in beauty salons offer extension services. Unfortunately, not all of them are professionals and, perhaps, their work does not follow the technology and procedure for gel nail extensions on forms, which can cause significant harm to the plates. Almost every girl wants to have long and beautiful nails. But growing such beauty on their own is often hampered by the fragility and fragility of their own nails, which is why they resort to extensions.

This service is currently very popular, which explains the emergence of masters with a low level of training and self-taught. In this article we will discuss how to properly extend nails with gel.

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What are gel extensions?

Learning how to do nail extensions is a profitable business, as lessons can be obtained online for free. And when you do it professionally, you can save significantly on the services of salon specialists. In addition, your skills will certainly be successful and popular with your friends, who will also want to get the perfect manicure without visiting a salon.

French extension

Before you start learning how to do gel nail extensions, it is important to understand what it actually is. There are two main categories. They differ in the technology of performing the procedure and some operational characteristics.

Extension of French manicure on gel tips is shown step by step in the video. The main difference is that, in fact, an artificial nail is glued directly onto the bed, onto which the gel is then applied. The method is convenient because it can be applied even to very short natural nails. In addition, it can be made into much longer lengths or varied shapes. Removing a manicure on nail tips is quite difficult;

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The process, procedure and technique of gel nail extensions on forms are presented in the following video. In this case, small plates are glued to the stock. The gel is applied to them and the protruding part of its own bed. Such nails can be easily removed even on their own, but they hold well and do not break. The manicure looks more natural after this procedure.

Regardless of which gel nail extension technology is used in each specific case, the procedure for removing such beauty is very complicated. Especially compared to acrylic extensions. In fact, the gel is cut off from the bed with a rough file or a special machine. This can seriously damage the nail plate.

Nail extension tools

To do your own nail extensions you will need:

UV lamp, gel or acrylic, set of nail files, buff, primer, orange cuticle sticks, forms for gel extensions or tips for acrylic extensions. The gel is needed in three colors: white (if French extensions), pink or beige (camouflage) and transparent.

Photos of required materials:

What are the types of gel?

There are also different types of gels for nail extensions. They are as follows:

Three-phase (three-phase system);
Two-phase (two-phase system);
Single-phase (single-phase system).

Below is a video master class on gel nail extensions using a three-phase system. In this case, the three components are applied in layers. The first layer is necessary for good adhesion of your own plate and the artificial one. The second layer directly creates a new plate, and the third layer protects the new manicure and gives it strength.

And this is a clip in which gel nail extensions are presented step by step and are performed using a two-phase system. In this case, only two types of gel are used. One of them is necessary for adhesion to the plate, as well as for the formation of the nail body. The second is used to give it strength and smoothness, as well as shine.

Step-by-step nail extensions with single-phase gel are described in step-by-step instructions in photo and video lessons. In this case, one type of gel is involved in the entire creation of a manicure. It is entrusted with the functions of both adhesion and formation of the plate, and in addition, giving it strength.

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List of materials and tools

For gel extensions on forms, a standard set of materials is required, namely:

ultraviolet lamp with built-in timer for drying the gel;
clear camouflage gel;
flat brush with artificial bristles;
degreaser for nail plates;
forms for base under the nail;
gel for shine and fixation;
nail files in a set, different in hardness;
buff file for polishing;
disinfectant;
oil for degreasing cuticles;
tip cutter to remove excess length;
brush for polishing nail pads;
sticky layer remover.

Tip extension procedure

Extension with tips
Nail extension with tips can be presented in stages, and with a photo of such a manicure and a video showing the execution process, the training will be even more effective. This type of extension is relatively simple. It will work even for those who have undertaken this procedure for the first time. However, such a manicure lasts less time compared to extensions on forms. The process occurs in several stages. First we prepare:

Disinfect all tools;
Remove nail polish and polish them, push back the cuticles;
Treat your hands with a disinfectant solution or wash them;
Select tips according to size, nail width and length;
Give them the desired shape.

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After that, we proceed directly to how to do gel nails, that is, to what the video lessons show.

Degrease and dry your nails;
Apply glue to the natural plate in small quantities and distribute well;
Press the tip onto your nail;
Displace air bubbles from under the tips;
Glue all the nails and wait a little;
Apply the gel and dry under a UV lamp for 2 minutes. A common mistake when applying gel nail extensions is to under-dry or over-dry the layer;
Apply another layer of gel and sculpt the new plate;
Dry under a UV lamp;
Remove the sticky layer and file your nails;
Apply a finishing layer of gel;
Dry under a UV lamp and the manicure is ready.

This tutorial on how to do proper nail extensions with colored or transparent gel and a training video will become your best assistants in performing the procedure. Thanks to them, the quality of the extensions that you do yourself will be comparable to those in the salon. Now you can move on to a more complex method.

Design for extended nails

Modeling of volumetric design . 3D drawings will not only serve as an excellent decoration, but will also add originality to the image.
Aquarium design for extended nails . A very interesting and beautiful style that will help you stand out from the crowd.
Bas-relief design . With the help of bright colors and rhinestones, you will make your extended nails irresistible.
French . Practical, versatile and simple painting style will add femininity and style to any girl.
Plain coating . Red, blue, black, brown, green, coral, yellow and other colors will look very good on extended nails and will give you a great mood.

Free video training

On the YouTube portal you will find many videos that will explain to you all the basics of nail extensions in a simple and accessible form. However, not all materials are of high quality. Therefore, in order to find a decent video tutorial for beginners, you will have to spend a lot of time. But of course it's worth it. Let's look at all the pros and cons of video courses on DIY nail extensions, which are freely available on the World Wide Web. First, let's look at the positive aspects of this method of learning, which is available to everyone at any time.

Availability. If you don’t yet know how to learn how to do nail extensions, whether you need it, and just want to watch a trial video tutorial that doesn’t oblige you to anything, then this is a great option. Start the process and if you decide it's not for you, you have absolutely nothing to lose.
Free option. Before undergoing serious training that requires money and maximum concentration, you need to acquire general knowledge and information that will help you get a detailed idea of the work of a manicurist. You can watch free videos from the Internet in the comfort of your own home. And only when the technology is clear to you, switch to another method of learning.
If you only need the technique of acrylic or gel extensions to give yourself or your loved ones a beautiful manicure, then these lessons are an excellent teaching aid.

Despite the benefits listed above, there are also a few disadvantages to free online education. Let's take a closer look at them.

The technology for creating extended nails may be distorted. You don't know who recorded the video - a professional or an amateur. It is not possible to verify this; no one will give you a guarantee of the accuracy of the information.
Finding a quality channel is quite difficult. To fully assimilate information, the video must meet a number of criteria: clarity of image and sound, accessible explanation. There are only a few such videos. It often happens that the material itself is not bad, but the quality of the recording leaves much to be desired. We can recommend you, for example, a step-by-step video on YouTube from Natalia Golokh, a well-known professional in the field of nail service.

Features of arched extensions

Thanks to a high-quality and thoughtful manicure, the girl always looks well-groomed and beautiful. Arched modeling is an extension, but an unusual one, since it is distinguished by its features and secrets. Thus, a person who is a professional manicurist is able to create a perfect unnatural nail using special tools and appropriate materials.

The technology for such extensions can be acrylic or gel. It depends on the choice of the client, as well as on the professionalism of the master. Extensions, in turn, can also be of different types. It is done on special forms (tips) directly on the nail plate itself. The last procedure is great if a person’s nails are weak and fragile. In some cases, special molds are used to shape the nail.

In the above technologies, not only grace, individuality, and beauty play an important role, but much also depends on the strength of the nails that were processed by the master.

For this reason, it will not be possible to carry out this procedure on your own, since it is necessary to have the appropriate skills. It should also be taken into account that each person’s hands have different individual parameters, and the design of the arch must be done in such a way that the natural and artificial plates are resistant to external influences.

As a rule, this procedure is carried out once a month, which is its peculiarity, since a regular manicure is done every week. However, the modern rhythm of life does not always allow this to be done on time. However, extended nails require correction, which is associated with the natural growth of the plate. In this case, you need to contact a specialist, who, in turn, will grow the nail using the original material.

However, before modeling a nail with gel, you should follow the rule: if this procedure is to be carried out in the near future, then a trimmed manicure must be carried out two days immediately before the extension itself.

Compliance with this requirement also applies to such manipulations as oil wraps and paraffin therapy. On the day when the arch extension was carried out, it is not even allowed to use hand care cream, since the nail plate can actively absorb oils. This will prevent adhesion to the artificial material.

After the arch extension has been carried out, it is necessary to perform some actions in order for the manicure to look well-groomed and beautiful. If you are tired of the usual French paint and decided to add new colors, then you should use only those products that do not contain acetone. It is not recommended to come into contact with chemical compositions that contain the above substance. And in order to correct the shape, you need to use files for grinding and polishing, which are designed for the care of artificial nails. Scissors or tweezers will not work in this case.

To soften the cuticles, you need to take a cream or oil with a moisturizing effect. With such careful but simple care, your manicure will always look perfect.

Nail care after removing gel

Nail extensions cannot be done constantly; once every 6-8 months it is recommended to take a break for 1-3 months. During this time, the nail platinum “rests” and is restored. And to make this process go faster, you can use additional nail care and treatment products.

Nailz

Nailz product for nail growth and strengthening should be used regularly, even during periods when gel or gel polish is on the nails. It will protect the nail structure.

Innovit

This rejuvenating complex for hair, skin, and nails can also be used while the gel is on the nails. It will strengthen the immune system and prevent nails from entering the destruction phase.

Fungalock for nail fungus

Sometimes a fungus occurs, which should be treated immediately, because it causes a lot of discomfort: from an unpleasant odor to itching and flaking.

Varanga - another remedy for fungus

The drug Varanga has proven itself well and is popular among our women, as it is inexpensive and works no worse than expensive pharmacy creams.
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Tips and tricks

In order for the manicure to be of high quality and allow you to enjoy beautiful nails for a long time, some rules and tips must be taken into account.

It is not recommended to apply cream to your hands before the procedure, otherwise the stencil will not attach well to the body, and the coating will not lie in an even layer.
It is necessary to treat the cuticles in advance; on the eve of the procedure, it is not recommended to take hormonal agents or antibiotics, which can only worsen the adhesion of the materials to the nail plate.
The plates must be healthy, there should be no unnecessary wounds or cracks.
You need to decide on the choice of forms for manicure and the lighting in the room in advance.
Choose free time for the procedure so that nothing distracts you from work, so as not to be disappointed later.
In order for your nails to remain graceful for a long time after extensions, you need to correct them in a timely manner, at least 2 times a month, and also protect them from blows and other mechanical influences.
It is not recommended to use metal objects in work.
You should wear gloves before working.
Protect marigolds from water and hot air.
Avoid carrying out extension procedures on critical days, or shortly before them.
Before the procedure, thoroughly clean the cuticles and also treat your hands with antiseptics.

For extensions, it is recommended to use materials from manufacturers Creative, IBD, EzFIow, the production of which guarantees durable artificial turf.

Pros and cons of camouflage

The obvious advantages of camouflage include:

Strengthening weakened or damaged plates;
The composition contains special components that eliminate the possibility of fungus appearing under layers of manicure;
The gel formula allows natural nails to breathe;
Long-term use of manicure;
The most natural and natural look of artificial nails;
Natural nails do not flake;
Ideal material for girls who prefer French.

Like any manicure product, camouflage has a number of disadvantages:

High cost of the product, extension and correction procedures;
Correction every 3-4 weeks;
May cause allergies;
If laid out incorrectly, it can harm the natural nail plates;
If the removal of extended nails is carried out by an inexperienced, unqualified master, then there is a high probability of damaging the natural plate;
If a chip occurs or a crack forms, then it is necessary to immediately and completely replace the extended nail.

What do we need

First of all, you will need to buy special materials. You can turn to any specialized store for beauty salons for help, or order everything in an online store. However, in the second case, take care of the quality of the goods you buy; you should not trust a store with too low prices. The likelihood that you will get something beautiful using low-quality materials at a low price is small. Of course, if you are not going to make nail extensions your profession yet, and will do it as a hobby, you should not spend money on expensive gels and tools. Pay attention to the middle price segment.

To begin, decide on the main material. As you know, both acrylic and gel are almost similar in composition, however, each of them requires a special technique during the procedure. For acrylic extensions, in fact, you need a little less materials, because acrylic itself hardens in air. To extend nails using gel, you will also need to purchase a special lamp. However, experts recommend that beginners start with gel extensions. Therefore, you will need to buy a gel system, it can be either single-phase or two-phase, an application brush, tips and glue for them, or special forms. It is also quite important to purchase a base coat, a top coat, and a liquid to remove the sticky layer. All this won’t cost too much, especially if you find a special starter kit for beginners on sale.

What is it for?

First of all, this product contains various colored pigments, which distinguishes it from a standard gel. It is aimed at strengthening the nail plate, helping to increase the length and give the manicure a well-groomed and beautiful look. Camouflage gel is great for creating a French design, as it does not require the additional use of a decorative coating.

The application technology is practically no different from the colorless product, but has some individual features. Unlike acrylic, gel coating is considered safer, since it does not interfere with the penetration and circulation of air, and also does not contribute to the development of fungal diseases. Camouflage nail gel is in demand among professional manicurists, as well as among girls when building and strengthening plates at home. They highlight many advantages, but what attracts them to a greater extent is the variety of shades that allow you to choose a color that matches your natural color.