How to Do a Basic Gel Polish Manicure | Step-by-Step for Beginners & Pros скачать в хорошем качестве

How to Do a Basic Gel Polish Manicure | Step-by-Step for Beginners & Pros

Want to learn how to master the perfect gel polish manicure—start to finish? 💅 In this tutorial, Liz from The Nail Hub walks you through every single step of a basic, salon-quality gel manicure, using real-time techniques that help you build speed, accuracy, and long-lasting results. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned nail tech, this video covers everything from prep to polish to perfecting the shape. Learn how to avoid lifting, polish like a pro, and create a clean, durable finish your clients will love—without the frustration or mess. ✅ What You’ll Learn What makes a high-quality gel polish manicure How to prep the natural nail for maximum adhesion Cuticle care and why dry prep is best for gel Why one-finger-at-a-time application gives you control How to apply base, color, and top coat with zero mess Tips to fix ski-jump nails, streaks, and shape issues How to cleanse, finish, and file for pro-level results Time-saving techniques that make gel manicures efficient ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Why basic gel polish skills matter 01:15 – Equipment overview & what you’ll need 02:22 – Nail cleansing & dry cuticle prep 03:50 – Filing, shaping, and why you need free edge 05:00 – Buffing & surface prep tips 06:22 – Nipping optional skin & smoothing edges 07:30 – Final cleanse before gel application 08:20 – Base coat application techniques 11:00 – Flash curing & why one finger at a time works 14:00 – Color application: coverage, control & consistency 18:00 – Fixing coverage issues & avoiding pooling 21:00 – Second coat & how to build smoothness 24:15 – Capping & curing tricky edges 26:00 – Top coat tricks for surface correction 28:30 – Upside-down trick for perfect apex 30:15 – Cleansing tacky layer the right way 32:20 – Underside filing to refine the shape 33:50 – Final inspection + how to correct tiny flaws 35:00 – Cuticle oil application + finishing touches 36:00 – Pricing tips: $1 per minute rule 37:30 – Final thoughts on mastering gel polish basics LOVE THIS VIDEO AND WANT MORE?! 💖 Support my channel by hitting the JOIN button for exclusive member content and offers! 🌐 Shop the Website – https://www.thenailhub.com 📸 Instagram –   / thenailhub   🎵 TikTok –   / thenailhub   📘 Facebook –   / thenailhub   📧 Business Inquiries: [email protected] 🔖 Tag #thenailhub or @thenailhub to be featured!