EASY POLYGEL NAIL TUTORIAL FOR BEGINNERS | SIMPLE, QUICK, AND LONG LASTING!

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  • Опубликовано: 12 янв 2021
  • Hey guys! Thank you so much for watching my super easy polygel nail tutorial. If you enjoyed please be sure to leave a like, comment, and subscribe! ❤️
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  • @Marcia.Marcia.Marcia
    @Marcia.Marcia.Marcia 3 года назад +513

    Another helpful tip is to gently file or rough up the nail covering on the side that goes onto the nail just as you do your natural nail. Helps with that staying power and to not lift.

    • @AlexandraDixon
      @AlexandraDixon  3 года назад +39

      Extremely helpful! You should definitely etch the inside of your nail covers. Thank you 😊

    • @nicholajoseph2782
      @nicholajoseph2782 3 года назад +2

      I agree sweeti

    • @sadieheron202
      @sadieheron202 2 года назад +1

      I
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    • @MMDavis-dw2fu
      @MMDavis-dw2fu 2 года назад +2

      What can we use to etch the cover? My emery boards too wide.

    • @terradavis8738
      @terradavis8738 2 года назад

      @@MMDavis-dw2fu you can use the efile on very low

  • @royalkatherine
    @royalkatherine 3 года назад +1686

    Thank you for making this with short nails. Not all of us can wear 2 inch nails!

    • @AlexandraDixon
      @AlexandraDixon  3 года назад +67

      Completely understand!! ❤️

    • @itsjenn.4660
      @itsjenn.4660 3 года назад +67

      Yup this is why I subbed instantly lol I love finding channels that do more than just long nails or “short” nails that are actually still really long lol.

    • @Rainbow-ve1yw
      @Rainbow-ve1yw 3 года назад +6

      Agreed

    • @chihuahuamartin24
      @chihuahuamartin24 3 года назад +5

      Yes! Thanks so much!

    • @hannahhewett4694
      @hannahhewett4694 3 года назад +15

      Right?! My contacts make it impossible for me to have long nails even though I love them

  • @Iridescent_One
    @Iridescent_One 2 года назад +258

    As a musician I can’t have long nails almost ever so I really appreciate whenever people take the time to make a tutorial for short ones. Subbed!

    • @shes_so_prissy
      @shes_so_prissy 2 года назад +8

      I concur. I'm a phlebotomist and while I have an appreciation for nail art, I have to keep mine short & basic. My nail beds suck so making polygel nails is perfect for me 💅🏾🤩.

    • @Thouxanbangeo
      @Thouxanbangeo 2 года назад +2

      Same lol.. had to switch to these cus of guitar ☹💔

    • @catherinemburu5368
      @catherinemburu5368 Год назад +1

      Omg so with you! I'm so happy I saw this! About to do some polynails!

  • @i_bleed_makeup1187
    @i_bleed_makeup1187 2 года назад +22

    5:23 "you want to apply a LITTLE bit of gel around the cuticle area, because if you use too much it can give it a fake and crusty look". Girl out here keeping it REAL!!!! 🤣🤣❤❤ 💯FACTS!

  • @1985kyttin
    @1985kyttin 3 года назад +113

    I also make sure to wash my bare nails with dawn dish soap to make sure there's no sneaky oils left. I make sure to do that before priming and dehydration

    • @ericmoorev8913
      @ericmoorev8913 3 года назад

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

    • @moxcoree
      @moxcoree Месяц назад +1

      @@ericmoorev8913bruh wtf😭

  • @sarahbraz2162
    @sarahbraz2162 3 года назад +216

    Thank you for making a polygel short nail diy guide. This vid was A+

    • @AlexandraDixon
      @AlexandraDixon  3 года назад +3

      Thank you for the feedback love!

    • @miamor33765
      @miamor33765 2 года назад

      Agreed and love tge results will try them . i do press on but sometimes they don't fell in all the finger

  • @kirstend9390
    @kirstend9390 2 года назад +10

    Love these! This nail shape and colour is perfect for that classy manicured ‘every day nail’ 💅🏼
    Gorgeous. They suit you so well.

  • @veronicanovak8646
    @veronicanovak8646 Год назад +19

    Thank you so much for making this video. I can only imagine what a labor of love it is to make all these videos. It’s extremely helpful and I adore how simple and elegant this set is. You are giving me the confidence to try polygels for myself. 💕

  • @criseast1817
    @criseast1817 3 года назад +19

    I really enjoy watching you,, I love to hear someone explains everything! I’m new at this,, i’ve just always done regular polish,, i’m getting ready to jump in to this different kind of things thank you and God bless you

  • @toridevin3936
    @toridevin3936 2 года назад +16

    Beautiful work and tutorial! And I love the short nail example! I just got my first poly gel kit and did my own nails and learned so much from watching your video to help me along! ❤️

  • @CNMaye2023
    @CNMaye2023 Год назад +10

    Brilliant application method! I love the fact that you used short nails 😍
    And using the full nail as a template saves so much on product and control the nail length. BRILLIANT!!!

  • @subrennaevans6504
    @subrennaevans6504 3 года назад +5

    This was great to watch. My nails grow squared naturally and I prefer the shorter nails. I'm going to try this. Thank you 😊

  • @liszadarling
    @liszadarling 3 года назад +10

    I’m about to do these for the first time and this video is fantastic. Thanks for the good instruction.

  • @karenryancrawford6401
    @karenryancrawford6401 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks so much for this easier application of the polygel. The length is beautiful. I always did my nails sine early 1980s because I worked with dogs and inevitably broke them off the 1st day. Beautiful! Thanks so much for a shorter quick version of building the mail.

  • @julielyons9180
    @julielyons9180 2 года назад +7

    Omg these nails are perfect. You did such an amazing job! I can’t wear very long nails so these are absolutely perfect. You make it look so easy. Great job!

  • @BlessedMamaJacklynn
    @BlessedMamaJacklynn 3 года назад +6

    You’re awesome thank you for your tutorial it was the most helpful especially for us who prefer shorter nails! You did a beautiful job!

  • @string.cheese
    @string.cheese 2 года назад +12

    This is so coool! I've just started looking into polygel to give it a try, I had no idea nail covers were a thing!!! Thank you :))

  • @elspethsilverstar6136
    @elspethsilverstar6136 3 года назад +82

    These are the classiest, prettiest nails I've seen in a tutorial, and you gave me.so many tips about how to work with this darn poly gel. I'm ordering nail covers now!

    • @theresamiramontes6875
      @theresamiramontes6875 2 года назад +4

      I was wondering about nail covers

    • @giovannagiovanna6928
      @giovannagiovanna6928 Год назад +4

      @@theresamiramontes6875 did you see her removing them????!!! 😐🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

    • @calibuttafly
      @calibuttafly Год назад +1

      @@giovannagiovanna6928 I did not see her remove them.

    • @karenparker4351
      @karenparker4351 11 месяцев назад +2

      Me neither, so now wondering when to remove and how???

  • @amberwixom1325
    @amberwixom1325 3 года назад +4

    Your tutorial was perfect for this beginner. I love your extra little tips to be careful with.

  • @sunflower3572
    @sunflower3572 2 года назад +1

    I was looking for a short nail tutorial! This is great, thank you for showing your routine. ✌️Awesome.

  • @jeannetteroca7489
    @jeannetteroca7489 2 года назад

    Thank you finally a proper beginners video to follow appreciate your time🙏🏽

  • @jessiquiacantrell112
    @jessiquiacantrell112 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for this! Especially your tips! You’ve inspired me to dive in! Beautiful job!

  • @marikiemarie7622
    @marikiemarie7622 3 года назад +93

    Yes! A real set of nail and not claws! Lol

    • @ericmoorev8913
      @ericmoorev8913 3 года назад

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

  • @tritri0079
    @tritri0079 2 года назад +3

    I really appreciate this. I’m tried of spending 60 bucks on my nails for them to chip in 4 days. I’m not good at shaping and this will make it super easier for me!!!

  • @robinvassallo1442
    @robinvassallo1442 2 года назад +6

    So glad I found your channel. I could never form my own nails. Once I saw a few of your tutorials I purchased you nail covers. You don’t complicate the process! I look forward to trying this out!!

    • @AlexandraDixon
      @AlexandraDixon  2 года назад +2

      Aww thank you so much! I hope you love them 🥰❤️

    • @taywashington874
      @taywashington874 Год назад

      @@AlexandraDixon can i use alcohol instead of slip solution?

  • @JuliaColon805
    @JuliaColon805 Год назад

    Thank you again. I did my nails last night and they came out beautiful. I’m very happy with them. Thank you for letting us know a different option. ❤️❤️

  • @tanyabrown6175
    @tanyabrown6175 2 года назад +2

    I use to be a nail tech... I seen polygel on TikTok and never seen or heard of it before. Heck yeah makes it easier for me to do my nails 😀. And thanks for making this video I learned something 😁

  • @tinawest4385
    @tinawest4385 Год назад +1

    Thank you so much for every step.. you were my 11th video and the only one that had complete details. This my first time using this. I'm doing my daughter's nails.. Thanks again!!
    Tina and Tayllor

  • @latoyethompson617
    @latoyethompson617 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you I'm new at this poly gel nail thing, I love the short look of nails.

  • @curecidp
    @curecidp 2 года назад

    Thank you! Great video, especially for us beginners!♥️

  • @marsneedsbunnies
    @marsneedsbunnies 3 года назад +7

    Thank you so much! This is the clearest tutorial I've seen.

  • @revdrtiffanyfoster
    @revdrtiffanyfoster Год назад +1

    Thank you so much for this tutorial. It was super easy to follow,and I loved the results.

  • @kaptynssirensong2357
    @kaptynssirensong2357 2 года назад

    Classy nails?! Finally! Thanks so much.

  • @nickiemavolny5419
    @nickiemavolny5419 10 месяцев назад +1

    I love it. It looks so natural. Classy! 😍

  • @Rita-cy3qw
    @Rita-cy3qw Год назад

    Love short length nails thanks for this 💜💜💜💜💜

  • @sophiafrench1744
    @sophiafrench1744 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the tutorial! I can’t wait for my kit to arrive so I can try this!!

  • @annikagoff2196
    @annikagoff2196 Год назад +1

    I have been wanting to try out poloygel for my sister and I and this tutorial has been the best one so far thank you so much for the helpful tips🥰

  • @lam9129
    @lam9129 Год назад

    This was such a helpful video, I feel more confident to try because your tips were helpful and clear!

  • @de2296
    @de2296 2 года назад

    Just got my short nails set from you ... can hardly wait to do it

  • @denamatthews2466
    @denamatthews2466 9 месяцев назад

    i love how you do your nails they look so natural thank you

  • @poppyshoessp
    @poppyshoessp 3 года назад +9

    This is my natural length, but one keeps breaking. Love that you showed for shorter nails. Thank you!

  • @JessieBlueJay316
    @JessieBlueJay316 2 года назад

    Your video is very helpful. Thank you for posting. That color is beautiful!

  • @bongiwemathontsi1311
    @bongiwemathontsi1311 4 месяца назад

    Woooow I love this Polygel nail gorgeous as I'm not a long nail person this one is definitely a must

  • @stephanieclarke4137
    @stephanieclarke4137 3 года назад +6

    I’m about to book my poly gel course! It does look amazing. And your nails look beautiful xx

  • @lisamartin1230
    @lisamartin1230 3 года назад +2

    Glad I found your video! This method is perfect. I have tons of dule forms but this is so much easier.

    • @kayalove5894
      @kayalove5894 2 года назад +3

      does she leave the nail covers on ?

  • @pbiffy1535
    @pbiffy1535 Год назад

    Really nice video 🤩
    Love that you did them with short nails 💅

  • @karencoogan5405
    @karencoogan5405 3 года назад +3

    Oh thank you so much for making this video your nails look amazing! I’ve watched other videos I honestly could not understand how to do it until I watched your video I can’t wait to do mine

    • @ericmoorev8913
      @ericmoorev8913 3 года назад

      How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

  • @pamelaparker8084
    @pamelaparker8084 10 месяцев назад

    She definitely made this look easy ❤😊 Great job

  • @myranaam8562
    @myranaam8562 3 года назад +2

    Great tutorial! so simple and elegant! Thank you!

  • @yvettecubancookiegarcia7032
    @yvettecubancookiegarcia7032 25 дней назад

    I learned very important steps that are not explained, appreciated!!!

  • @SheWritesHerJourney_
    @SheWritesHerJourney_ Год назад +2

    Love the length as well as the simplicity!

  • @jpirving9766
    @jpirving9766 3 года назад

    love thisss and the filing technique

  • @Mrsdevsgirl
    @Mrsdevsgirl 2 года назад

    I've been wanting to do my own nails and this video really helped me. Thank you.

  • @karenanderson5227
    @karenanderson5227 Год назад

    Fabulous video! Thanks for keeping it easy to follow..

  • @rebeccamuir3464
    @rebeccamuir3464 3 года назад +1

    Thankyou so much,beautiful job. Love 💕 it

  • @Aquarius.Essence313
    @Aquarius.Essence313 2 года назад

    Wow! Up doing my bday nails 💅 1/27 ♒ looks so natural. Glad I clicked on your video!

  • @candicegranger5609
    @candicegranger5609 3 года назад +1

    I've watched different videos and yours is not too long and very specific. All of my questions were answered and I would recommend your video to anyone, especially beginners like myself :) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @Navillus02
    @Navillus02 2 года назад +1

    It is a nice color...very natural. I like the length, too. Thank you.

  • @swaggerchick1013
    @swaggerchick1013 2 месяца назад

    You made that look so easy. I can’t wait to try my own. Thanks

  • @boneymacaroni13
    @boneymacaroni13 Год назад

    I just bought my first set of polygel and haven't seen the tip to use nail covers instead of the typical forms before, I definitely will try that since I have some on hand.

  • @ablessedlyz
    @ablessedlyz Год назад

    Ooooh, nice video. I have worker with dip powder, acrylic, and gel polish so this is exciting. Been wanting to try polygel so thanks for this tutorial. Looking forward to trying my kit.

  • @rima.mv2147
    @rima.mv2147 3 года назад

    Thanks for linking all the items!!

  • @wirechick57
    @wirechick57 Год назад

    So detailed! Thank you for that!

  • @dianehoskins4498
    @dianehoskins4498 Год назад

    Just started watching your videos ❤ I just became cancer free for the third time and can’t go to get my nails done because of all the strong smells I can’t wait to try this ❤️ NINI from Connecticut

  • @leoniesmith9406
    @leoniesmith9406 Год назад

    Thank you sooo much. A very good teacher!

  • @cristyurbina4791
    @cristyurbina4791 Месяц назад

    You did a great job. Thanks

  • @j4yb1rd22
    @j4yb1rd22 11 месяцев назад

    thanks so much for doing this with short nails! As a pianist I can’t have super long nails so this was super helpful!

  • @TheHottie5576
    @TheHottie5576 Год назад +1

    Girl! You saved me! I was having a hard time after two trial runs. This video helped me so much. My set is beautiful and it's because of all the great tips you provided. Thank you!

  • @sissysgroi5174
    @sissysgroi5174 3 года назад +2

    So helpful. I want to jump in and try them! I tried other types of nails and when poly gel came out, I was very curious. Your video is perfectly paced for beginners like me! Thank you!!

  • @xomelissalucy
    @xomelissalucy 2 года назад +9

    This was SO HELPFUL! I really want to try doing my own nails - and this was so helpful. Thank you so much 👏🏼💗💗

  • @viciousonev4697
    @viciousonev4697 2 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for this I have been wanting to do my nails for the longest but I wear contacts and don't be messing in my eyes. I finally found a way to remove the contacts safety. So thanks to you I can do that and have beautiful nails. Thanks.

  • @ylberinabdullahu9220
    @ylberinabdullahu9220 Год назад

    Thank you this really helped me. I didn’t have to cut the forms I just filled them to the length I liked

  • @tantank490
    @tantank490 3 года назад +21

    I usually love longer lengths but I will definitely try this. They look so natural

  • @cindylewis3730
    @cindylewis3730 2 года назад

    Thanks. I love an active length because I type a lot for work.

  • @jones2277
    @jones2277 3 года назад

    these nails are perfect!

  • @carriebloodworth6038
    @carriebloodworth6038 2 года назад

    Love your rings. Also good video thanks 😊

  • @nicholeb2746
    @nicholeb2746 Год назад +12

    This is a freaking GAME CHANGER! I do my own nails with polygel, but could never get the dual forms to work so I just use paper forms and it takes FOREVER. Just tried this technique and whoa! Genius to use regular nails 💅 👏

    • @glockgirl6572
      @glockgirl6572 9 месяцев назад +3

      Hi! Do you take the nail forms off after curing? I didn't see her do that. Thanks in advance!

    • @Huxytjuh
      @Huxytjuh 7 месяцев назад +2

      @@glockgirl6572 Asking myself the same question. I know that dual forms come off but not sure about these ones

  • @reginamunafo8552
    @reginamunafo8552 Год назад

    Thank so much this is my first time watching I appreciate it

  • @msdree123
    @msdree123 3 года назад

    Nice!! I will be trying this way instead of using dual forms! New subbie☺️

  • @terifox4880
    @terifox4880 2 года назад

    Great tutorial, giving this a try today.

  • @janerylatt4415
    @janerylatt4415 2 года назад

    Love the shorter more realistic nails🥳

  • @liztorres3065
    @liztorres3065 2 года назад

    Thank you. The easiest and most througho video I have seen.

  • @sweetsonya39-
    @sweetsonya39- 3 года назад +2

    You're nails look so natural !!!!

  • @natashaclarke5473
    @natashaclarke5473 8 месяцев назад

    Those are awesome 👏🏾 great job 😊

  • @moniquevaliant1121
    @moniquevaliant1121 Год назад +10

    Question...did you leave the nail covers on your nails? I see you apply the covers, but I don't see you take them off?

    • @Isabella-cu4we
      @Isabella-cu4we Месяц назад +1

      She took them off

    • @ChaoticDatGirlNxtDoor
      @ChaoticDatGirlNxtDoor 27 дней назад

      ​@@Isabella-cu4weTHANK YOU, I WAS SO confused for a sec

    • @Isabella-cu4we
      @Isabella-cu4we 26 дней назад +1

      @@ChaoticDatGirlNxtDoor Your welcome my mom has this kit.

  • @eleanorap3587
    @eleanorap3587 3 года назад +5

    Thank you for doing a clear and concise tutorial. I definitely hit that subscribe button!

  • @betsylang9607
    @betsylang9607 Год назад

    I love the short Square nails 👍

  • @ArielASMR
    @ArielASMR 6 месяцев назад

    Can't wait to try this. I usually use shellac but I always want slightly longer nails so this might be better

  • @ellisonclarae
    @ellisonclarae 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for this! Nice and simple 😍😍

  • @katmoore7415
    @katmoore7415 2 года назад

    Thank u, u just explained everything I was having trouble with. 🤣 I just offered some nail covers so I can attempt it again. I was having so many issues with the long dual form

  • @MyWyoStyle
    @MyWyoStyle 3 месяца назад

    Wow, you are AMAZING. I like your video the best you’re a very talented nail designer with precise teaching techniques. Thank you so very much!

  • @CHERONMICHELLE
    @CHERONMICHELLE Год назад

    You did a great job explaining.

  • @saramiller2061
    @saramiller2061 Год назад

    Beautiful. Great video thank you.

  • @freakygardener8033
    @freakygardener8033 Год назад

    That looks SO FUN! I WISH I could do that too!!! 😭 I get a LOT of negativity, just for painting my nails! I hate the idea of how people would react, if I was to do this! Sometimes, guys want to feel pretty too, you know.

  • @twintwr2
    @twintwr2 Год назад

    Thanks for this im new to this and Im loving this polygel

  • @jerene3012
    @jerene3012 Год назад

    Love your pandora rings🥰

  • @msme9790
    @msme9790 2 года назад

    Ohh and i love the color

  • @mishleenbader1499
    @mishleenbader1499 Год назад

    I love this tutorial ❤ thank you

  • @its_nickib1701
    @its_nickib1701 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful! You are so talented definitely subscribed!

  • @Melanie.B
    @Melanie.B 3 года назад +1

    I wanted to try this technique but wondered if it was possible elsewhere than in my head lol I have my answer! thank you very much!