Things I Wish I Knew About Hard Gel As A Beginner Nail Tech

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Published 2021-07-05
There’s definitely information overload when you get started with hard gel as a beginner nail tech. Today Melissa DeLaCruz goes over the tips and tricks she wishes she knew when she started to do gel overlays and extensions.

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Swipe
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Protein Bond
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E-FIle
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Sanding Mandrel
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Medium Sanding Bands
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Safety Bit Coarse
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Base Gel
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Concealer Peach
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Gloss Gel
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Dust Collector
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Rose Oil
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*Content of Video*
00:00​ - Intro
00:46​ - Prep
04:14 - Gel Overlay
10:11 - Gel Extension
16:19 - Cleanse and Shape Sidewalls
17:43 - Electric Filing
23:16 - Hand Filing
29:40 - Cleanse and Apply Gloss


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All Comments (21)
  • @crystaljean6065
    I loved her slow but straight to the point teaching method doesn’t ramble about things to get you confused liked others do and her analogies makes so much sense you can picture yourself doing the techniques on your next set. Her voice wasn’t annoying and she was not a ham for the camera she was there to show you right from wrong I would love to see more from her👍🏼
  • @hoptoit5910
    I’m know this video is from 2 years ago but it’s still very relevant. Great video! Thank you. I learned a lot of things I want aware of. Many nail channels skip steps which can make it confusing for those of us fairly new to gel. Thank you again. This was incredibly helpful! ❤❤❤
  • It's funny I had no fear with gel , and acrylic scares me!! Actually it is the liquid monomer I can't handle the smell. I Love doing gel but if it wasn't for you Melissa and the team I wouldn't be where I am now!! Fantastic tips!!
  • Hi im a complete beginner. Played guitar for 20years but health took its toll and my 41yr young son just passed away in September 2023 due to street valium, ptsd and anxiety. Got going on diamond art to focus my brain and decided to try and have nails in my older years. This video has me ready to jump right in without floats or arm bands. Thankyou so much xx 🎉❤❤❤❤❤🎉
  • This is one of my favorite type of videos. I love watching design work too, but these instructional videos full of tips and tricks are invainvaluable to me. I have learned SO MUCH from watching Young Nails videos. Also, I could watch Melissa talk about rocks and love it LOL! Thanks so much!!!!!
  • @reportcred
    I love Gel far more than Acrylic, I haven't used Acrylic in 20 yrs, Thanks for a Gel video 1💗
  • @blank5439
    Off topic, but I love Melissa’s hair! I dream of hair like that!
  • @smeetandsour
    I love how she explains why you shouldn’t do some things!
  • @mariesmith8076
    You are a phenomenal teacher on this gel. I have learned so much from you as I’m just a beginner. Thank you so much!
  • @Arisairspace
    Interested in gel? No. Scared of, in awe of, amazed at, intimidated by yet also impressed by gel? Yes.
  • @sarahfaith2417
    The lengthy videos I love from Melissa! Love how she explains everything you should and shouldn’t do.
  • So happy I found you! Been using gel for 18 months now, practising and trial and error. Your easy to understand tutorial is very much appreciated, so thank you!
  • I have to say I have watched hundreds of videos to learn the gel application and this is without a doubt the best one ever. She is very clear and concise and easy to understand. Thank you so much
  • Melissa killing it again ❤️ always love a video with her in it because not only do you get the greatest tips and tricks but her energy just feels right. Love it 💕
  • Thank you Thank You Thaank Yooou!!🙏🏼👏🏼 I've been searching YouTube for months! Watched so many vids I lost count! I just started using gels hard/poly about 4-5months ago not a professional nail tec, self taught. THIS VID 100% has taught me SOO 😯 MUCH in these past 34min than any other vid I've came across! Melissa is such a wonderful teacher/educator, she explained everything excellently👌🏽👍🏼&has great energy! Just SUPER grateful!! Thank you!
  • I Love Melissa's videos she is so informative, plus she gives you tips and tricks that helps you out. To make Life just a bit more better. ❤️
  • @Iama1asupernova
    I really like you Melissa and how you present for YN. You have great skill and great advice. I love the fact that you really know what you are doing and your nails come out really nice. Looking forward to more videos from you.
  • I am 100% happy that this video exists. I only do gel and have a problem with it adhering too my free edge. I think I'm not prepping completely. But after watching this video I see what i need to focus on. Thank you for sharing.
  • Thank you, Melissa, for the client veiw, that has been the game changer for me 🥰 I'm now hooked on your gel tutorial videos ❤️