And 5 years later I still end up cutting my nails. This video helped me bid more time but not enough to have my broken nail grow all the way out. I get air pockets on the edge of my nail and the sikwrap ends up peeling off. Re applying it too much of a hassle.
I love your pronunciation! It's very important for me as a non-native speaker. I don't have to strain my ears to understand what you are saying and I can fully concentrate on your videos, which I have to say are amazing! You are doing a great job :) Keep it up!
This was SUPER helpful... I lost a large corner and thought there was no possible repair. I bought the supplies you listed, fixed it, and you can't even tell it happened. Like magic! Thank you so much.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for doing this series. A couple of weeks ago I ended up breaking two nails within 24 hours of one another - one was a full break and the other was a corner break. Because I had seen your video of repairing a full break, I was able to modify your method to make it work for me (I didn't have the gel system or silk wraps, but I had a tea bag, nail glue, and the Orly Rescue powder). If I hadn't seen you save your full break, I probably would've just cut back all my nails and been very sad about it for a month while they grew back out. Next time I get into a Sally's I'm going to look for the non-UV gel system because I love how transparent your patches look. Thanks again!
This is such a helpful video. I had a corner break off today and don't know where it went and I didn't want to cut them all down just for that one corner... so I searched and here you are! I even have that ASP lightless gel and silk wraps so I am going to do this.
I'm old, in the 70's we used coffee filters with base coat or then crazy glue after that was invented! cheap ones better as they are thinner and if buffed well they don't show much even leaving just a clear coat.
OMG. I just randomly found your video and I gotta say, first of all I'm totally jealous of your square nails...like so jealous that I want those nails. lol Secondly, thank u so much for this tutorial. I didn't know that you could repair chipped nails. Usually I just cut my nails off when they break but this looks so awesome. My nails curl inwards and that was how I found your video and then I saw few more videos and they are so informative. I've never really taken great care of my nails ever. And you just showed me a new love for taking care of nails. Love it. Hope to see more tutorials
To my simple pleasures. I am 71 years old and I bit my nails for years but I've let them grow for about 20yrs they are so soft like paper so I put several coats of sally hanson diamond strength even under the nail but I'm so glad I came across your video your time and patience I think most of us are grateful for I really appreciate it as their was lots of tips that I am going to try so please ignore people who are so inconsiderate be blessed and keep the videos coming cheers.
Thank you Thank you. I thought I was going to have to cut my nail short because I broke a corner today at work. Now I can fix it with my gel products. I love Gel products
I have learned so much in just 3 video views. I don't have a problem growing my nails long but when I have a break it is a complete one and at my fingertip. I have been cutting all the nails down. I didn't even know they could be repaired. I will give repairing the nail a try. At least I can get use to the idea of cutting it later. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos. They are very easy to understand and it is easy to see what you are doing.
I am personally someone who loves having my nails done and my nails are naturally really thin so they break pretty easy.. This video really helped me! Thank you so much for showing your tips and tricks on nails. I didn't even know it was possible to fix a broken nail or chipped nail in a more natural way than just getting them redone or acrylic. You have awesome nail videos:-) Keep them up!
I have another tip! I had super dry brittle thin nails,and I heard about a product that sounded like a nail saver! People said it made your nails strong and long, and that it conditioned your cuticles! I didn't believe all the good reviews, but I ordered some and tried it, after a month my nails were stronger and growing out longer than I had ever been able to before! I highly recommend, the product is Bliss Kiss Simply Pure hydrating nail and cuticle oil, do your nails a favor and try it! I'm addicted, one broken nailie to another! Xx
Oh okay:-) Thank you so much for this tip!!! I have tried so many things and nothing has worked.. I am definitely going to look for this product and try it. Xx
I can't believe this is the first time I've seen this...Thank You so much for sharing this, Colette!! Of course you'd have the answer lol I'm definitely trying this.✨️
OMG! I have been using the old method of silk wrapping from what seems to be a thousand years ago compared to what I've just witness you doing...LOL. Thanks na million.
I just bought all this stuff today to fix a broken corner, i got mine at salon services (as Im in the UK) which i think is the same as your Sallys. Love ALL your videos they've been great at teaching me so much, so thanx :)
Thank you for sharing this technique. I have naturally long growing nails and get the worst breaks where I'm left with no length and throw away the nail. Never knew you could patch nails. Will be looking out for a good kit.
Thank you for this tutorial, it was very helpful. I wished I'd seen this video before I cut off my nails because three of them broke. But I'll file this away for sure! Thanks again, great video!! : )
I'm using my husbands account to let you know that I really appreciate this video; I just broke the corners off of two nails, one on each hand. You've saved my life and my manicure. Again thank you! (Cat food cans with ring tops are hard to open and my cat was impatient!)
Oh my gosh, I am soooo happy I found this vid. You are a lifesaver, I let my nails grow out too long and of course right before I had a trip to go on my nail broke! This was so easy, thanks again for sharing!!
i love your videos, i never thought about your hands being dry, it amazes me what people have to comment on.. it seems to me it takes more energy to point out something wrong then to just say great job, or just something nice in general..just want to let you know you inspire me to do my nails ( even though i rarely get around to it), there may be hope for my nail polish obsession.. quick question, i read somewhere you can only keep nail polish for like a year, how true is that?
NOT true at all! I have some polishes that are close to 20 years old & fine. Depending on the formula they may thicken but just get some polish thinner. The colors I used in the mani I have on right now (tutorials not up, but pics on Instagram if you're interested) I know for a fact are at least 4 years old because I posted another look with a couple of them back in 2010
I can't be the same way with my nails when something happens. I always obsess and can't take it, so I cut the nail off. I really admire people who do repairs and feel okay. Great video!!
I tried this a few days ago, because the corner on one of my nails chipped off (the rest were ok). I am so glad I didn't have to cut all my nails, because of a break on one. Thank you so much for sharing this video!!
You're like the nail magician. I enjoy your tutorials. They're always so informative and helpful. Thanks so much for sharing your time and knowledge with us. That's really very generous of you. You're awesome!
Your nails are beautiful! I was going to ask you in a newer video how you keep your nails from breaking and healthy I've found it. This video helped tremendously thank you so much!
I just discovered your videos... Very helpful! Do you have a video on changing the patches? I have one nail with a vertical split in it and it will never go together again im going to try this... But what do i do when iys time to change it? Lol help.. Thank you!
I don't have a video specifically on patches, but I do have one on the foil method which is what I use for patches & glitter. Basically cotton + 100% acetone, wrap in tinfoil to prevent evaporation
What camera do you use to film this? I'm planning on getting the Canon T5i soon but your camera looks really good and I ust want to know if there's another one I should consider!
@@MSLP 6:36, it's actually better to have oil on our skin to *protect* your skin barrier from nail products. Just brush the surface of the nail plate with acetone to proceed with manicure and nail work.
@@violetviolet888 Not sure why you made this as a reply to a 7 year old comment instead of just a new comment, but I personally prefer my hands to be completely clean when doing my nails & just try to avoid getting any product on my skin and apply oil when I'm done.
@@MSLP It's an ongoing conversation. You apply the oil an hour before nail work so it's soaked in and still protects your skin barrier (and your skin doesn't look dry in video).
Thanks for the helpful video, I always thought the patches would be hard but doesn't look so bad. I hate when a nail breaks and I have to cut the rest, so I think I will pick up some patches and try this next time!
i have really weak nails, are you able to just use the ASP light-less gel by itself to make the nails stronger or do you have to use the wraps/tabs with it for it to work properly?
The wraps aren't necessary if its just for general strength. You can use the gel and activator without any wrap. It works well if you plan on growing them, but the nail itself under the gel coat will still be weak. Try using olive oil and sea salt soaks and take biotin daily, it helps build natural strength :) hope this helps!
That's an awesome idea I mean I'm growing my nails out long and I watched this so I could know what to do if it happened and I'll definitely do this!!!!! What a brilliant idea
This is fascinating, clearly explained & super useful! 💜 I only grow out my nails a few times a year because they're crappy & dude, massive respect for all these nail art folks who can function with nails longer than a few centimeters! All I get done is thrashing them against every available surface, lol...maybe now I can keep them grown out for a bit longer. Also, as stated, my nails are awful, & they enjoy tearing & breaking even when short! I really like the idea of building out a fugitive corner with gel & silk. I went through your set of mending videos & am on the way to your recommended one--thanks much for sharing this. I know it was made a while ago but hey, still good info! 💜💅💜
I love silk repair wraps! They used to sell them here in Belgium from Essence but the brand stopped selling it. Luckily my best friend is originally from America and goes back once a year to visit family so she brings back silk repair patches from Sally's. I would never waste a whole strip on one break though! I cut a piece off. I rarely get corner breaks but it was a very useful tutorial cause I would've never thought to use a repair patch on that!
Found this video by accident but oh my GOSH has it changed my life! I always just cut all my nails and start fresh whenever I have a full break or corner which is fine because my nails grow long fast but ugh...thank you! Now I have to find the products :/
I do something similar to this to patch my nails but I use the base coat of my gel polish instead of the asp glue. It doesn't smell nearly as bad and cures quickly under my led light. I developed my method after watching your earlier patching videos.
I just started watching your videos today n I love them. Quick question tho, can u make a video of u changing ur patch. I'm new to this and I'm trying to learn as much as possible.
Love your videos, they are always helpful and inspiring! I use the same gel kit but have to throw the brush away after one use. Would you be able to do a video showing how you store your gel brush and keep it clean for multiple uses? Thanks and God Bless!
I repaired my pinky nail following your tutorial & products, it worked wonderful. My nails brake a lot and i always end up cutting them all. Thanks. I had one little problem, the brush got stiff and hat to throw it away. What do you sugest to preserve the brush used to spread the gel, so i can use it more than once. Thank you for sharing.
I love your videos that are of this nature! I'm currently growing out my nails and I cracked my ring finger right before the nail bed. My question is if I just super glue it & use like a strengthening base coat will it grow back out?
Hey!! I've got myself a full break and it's my birthday month so I don't want to lose the length. Do you think this would hold up for a full tip since its kind of like gel sculpting when you go get your nails done? Or do you have any other suggestions? I tried to find the rest of my nail but it was unpainted on white tile floor so I couldn't find it in order to save.
+Sami Sellers I think maybe for a short full tip, but maybe not for a longer one - I tried once and it was just very difficult to keep the silk in a natural looking shape the further you get from your actual nail
+My Simple Little Pleasures okay cool. I have mine shaped in an almond shape, and my nail has a pretty good c curve. Maybe I can just add a little length and not have to file so much off the others. Thanks for the advice!! :)
Collette, from start to finish, when you are all alone without camera, how long does it take to do your nail prep to recieve polish? I'm guessing at least an hour. And then for plain polish, including Seche Vite, how long for that before you can walk out the door? You are truly a master of natural nails. I'm thinking you are a salon pro.
Oh, not long at all. I don't have a very long prep routine - after I take a mani off I usually use a sugar scrub & do my cuticles etc - maybe 15 mins on the slow side. Filing when necessary, but that's not all the time maybe 5-15 mins. And then before I polish I just swipe my nails with acetone to make sure they're fully clean. I can do a plain mani (base, 2 coats of color, top with seche) in about 15-20 mins depending on how neat I am & if I need to do any cleanup around the cuticles. And with seche vite I can literally walk out the door 5 mins after finishing
Hey I wanted to ask you something about the material you use, where you broken nail .. also where can I buy it and how to take it off or if it rebels than ever?
love this just had to do repairs on mine this morning tiny cracks on sides of nail. did u say u keep brush in polish remover so the brush wont get rock hard from gel. because I keep having to buy brushes. please tell again how to keep brushes am on my 10th brush.
When you say remover do you mean 100% acetone? Would wiping off the gel application brush with 100% pure acetone after use work too? (Full submersion for a few minutes). Then wipe off?
check out my other 2 patching videos - starting absolutely clean & dry is my main tip, but other than that it's all practice & a learning curve. Sometimes I'll still get one that doesn't last well & I'm not sure what I've done differently or wrong
great tutorial! I had no idea this was possible. one suggestion to help us see the transparent gel nail better, perhaps you can have a black piece of paper nearby so the clear tip can stand out and be more visible. Idk if this will really work, just an idea, but it's prob better than the white background. anyway, keep up the great work!
I love your videos. Thank you for sharing them! Q: is it better for the nail to apply the silk from the cuticle or just the tip and gel directly on the bed of the nail? Which option is easier to remove and less harmful for the natural nail? Thanks.
I generally don't apply the patch all the way to my cuticle, although I do get the gel as close as possible - I seem to get less lifting that way. I don't think either way is necessarily more or less harmful
when I'm done with it, I stand it upright & squeeze - so that air goes through & kind of clears out the tip. It usually works, although I have had to poke the back open (I think I used a needle) before too
your amazing for sharing this I love your nails thankyou I've been trying to grow them out but working with kids it's almost impossible, that is until now lol and don't listen to the haters people will always find a reason to criticize and be mean you keep doing what you like
That was very helpful for me. I will try it on my next break. Do you know of a way to brighten the free portion of the nails? My nail beds are a darker pink like an american manicure but without the creamy white edges. Thx
there are a lot of home-made nail whitening methods - from lemon/citrus to whitening toothpaste. I don't usually bother since mine are always painted, but I'm sure a google search would turn up many more options too
Thank you! I applied my first two patches today. My problem was the brush I used to spread out the glue. What kind of brush do you use? Also how do you keep the brush from gluing together immediately or in between layers? Thank you!
squeeza mama I think there is a kit, but I generally buy mine separately. I think the kit comes with nail tips which I don't need, and doesn't include the silk wraps
OMG. I literally just subscribed because I find her nails satisfying. Is that weird? I do not paint my nails or do manicure but I would gladly watch her getting her perfect nails done. I think it's because I am OCD.
I have been patching nails now instead of cutting them off but I usually do the silk & glue. My issue is that when I remove the patches my nail which is already thin feels even thinner and more fragile and often times it will break again necessitating another wrap & it's almost like a vicious cycle. Any advice ? I am careful now to try and not over buff etc. thanks for the useful vids :)
I think like you said being careful not to over buff is key - like not to buff any exposed nail when you're buffing the patch down. I have had the same feeling sometimes though, right now I have a small break & I'm trying to hold it with no patch, just glued together, but with gel instead of glue. it's not as strong as a full patch, but it's faster and it's holding OK
My Simple Little Pleasures thanks for replying 😊Fhe last patch I did just covered the small tear so I'll probably just keep doing it that way. Worst yet I also patch my mother's nails and it sometimes seems like I'm patching all the time lol. I will probably even do as your doing and just try and glue the area too. It's a pain removing polish , patching/repatching. The things we do to keep our nails. Subscribed! Thanks and Happy Holidays 🎄🎁
hi, i've got a few questions. first, can I use those products not for fixing, but just for hardening the nail, and kind of preventing it from breakage? and second, can I order those products on-line? PS love your videos
Wow thats pretty cool I had no idea this even was possible I would always get sad when one of my long nails would brake so I would just cut them all and let them grow again lol but now I can do this thank you :) great video
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Wow I always cut off all my nails to match the rest. Then I dread growing them back. Thank you!!
Sameeee😭😂
Litteraly same 😂 woah I’m 5 years late
And 5 years later I still end up cutting my nails. This video helped me bid more time but not enough to have my broken nail grow all the way out. I get air pockets on the edge of my nail and the sikwrap ends up peeling off. Re applying it too much of a hassle.
Me to!
I love your pronunciation! It's very important for me as a non-native speaker. I don't have to strain my ears to understand what you are saying and I can fully concentrate on your videos, which I have to say are amazing! You are doing a great job :) Keep it up!
This was SUPER helpful... I lost a large corner and thought there was no possible repair. I bought the supplies you listed, fixed it, and you can't even tell it happened. Like magic! Thank you so much.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for doing this series. A couple of weeks ago I ended up breaking two nails within 24 hours of one another - one was a full break and the other was a corner break. Because I had seen your video of repairing a full break, I was able to modify your method to make it work for me (I didn't have the gel system or silk wraps, but I had a tea bag, nail glue, and the Orly Rescue powder). If I hadn't seen you save your full break, I probably would've just cut back all my nails and been very sad about it for a month while they grew back out. Next time I get into a Sally's I'm going to look for the non-UV gel system because I love how transparent your patches look. Thanks again!
This is such a helpful video. I had a corner break off today and don't know where it went and I didn't want to cut them all down just for that one corner... so I searched and here you are! I even have that ASP lightless gel and silk wraps so I am going to do this.
Sorry for the nail break! Your repair tutorials are most helpful. I hope it grows out quickly.
I'm old, in the 70's we used coffee filters with base coat or then crazy glue after that was invented! cheap ones better as they are thinner and if buffed well they don't show much even leaving just a clear coat.
Thanks for that tip
OMG. I just randomly found your video and I gotta say, first of all I'm totally jealous of your square nails...like so jealous that I want those nails. lol
Secondly, thank u so much for this tutorial. I didn't know that you could repair chipped nails. Usually I just cut my nails off when they break but this looks so awesome.
My nails curl inwards and that was how I found your video and then I saw few more videos and they are so informative. I've never really taken great care of my nails ever. And you just showed me a new love for taking care of nails.
Love it. Hope to see more tutorials
To my simple pleasures. I am 71 years old and I bit my nails for years but I've let them grow for about 20yrs they are so soft like paper so I put several coats of sally hanson diamond strength even under the nail but I'm so glad I came across your video your time and patience I think most of us are grateful for I really appreciate it as their was lots of tips that I am going to try so please ignore people who are so inconsiderate be blessed and keep the videos coming cheers.
Thank you Thank you. I thought I was going to have to cut my nail short because I broke a corner today at work. Now I can fix it with my gel products. I love Gel products
This is the very best tutorial about partial repair of natural nails I have ever seen! Thank God u shared your experience with us!!! Thank u!
Just fixed 4 breaks and your method worked perfectly!!! Thanks.
Almost cried at the thumbnail (get it).
WHY DID YOUR NAIL HAVE TO DESERVE THISSS!!
Ba dum tss
😂😂 (nice name btw 😉)
@@masochistickitten4728 stfu
I have learned so much in just 3 video views. I don't have a problem growing my nails long but when I have a break it is a complete one and at my fingertip. I have been cutting all the nails down. I didn't even know they could be repaired. I will give repairing the nail a try. At least I can get use to the idea of cutting it later. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos. They are very easy to understand and it is easy to see what you are doing.
That silk wrap looks fabo for splitting nails. Thank you for the tip
I am personally someone who loves having my nails done and my nails are naturally really thin so they break pretty easy.. This video really helped me! Thank you so much for showing your tips and tricks on nails. I didn't even know it was possible to fix a broken nail or chipped nail in a more natural way than just getting them redone or acrylic. You have awesome nail videos:-) Keep them up!
I have another tip! I had super dry brittle thin nails,and I heard about a product that sounded like a nail saver! People said it made your nails strong and long, and that it conditioned your cuticles! I didn't believe all the good reviews, but I ordered some and tried it, after a month my nails were stronger and growing out longer than I had ever been able to before! I highly recommend, the product is Bliss Kiss Simply Pure hydrating nail and cuticle oil, do your nails a favor and try it! I'm addicted, one broken nailie to another! Xx
Oh okay:-) Thank you so much for this tip!!! I have tried so many things and nothing has worked.. I am definitely going to look for this product and try it. Xx
+Emily Hagen I hope it works out for you like it did for me!
Thanks! This is helpful. Do the nail beds w/ silk wraps on them become smooth enough for a simple, nude color mani (typically I do 2 coats)?
yes
I can't believe this is the first time I've seen this...Thank You so much for sharing this, Colette!! Of course you'd have the answer lol I'm definitely trying this.✨️
I hope it works for you! I y hi ink n the gel product I used for this is discontinued but you can use the same technique with other gels
OMG! I have been using the old method of silk wrapping from what seems to be a thousand years ago compared to what I've just witness you doing...LOL. Thanks na million.
I just bought all this stuff today to fix a broken corner, i got mine at salon services (as Im in the UK) which i think is the same as your Sallys. Love ALL your videos they've been great at teaching me so much, so thanx :)
Thank you for sharing this technique. I have naturally long growing nails and get the worst breaks where I'm left with no length and throw away the nail. Never knew you could patch nails. Will be looking out for a good kit.
Thank you for this tutorial, it was very helpful. I wished I'd seen this video before I cut off my nails because three of them broke. But I'll file this away for sure! Thanks again, great video!! : )
I'm using my husbands account to let you know that I really appreciate this video; I just broke the corners off of two nails, one on each hand. You've saved my life and my manicure. Again thank you! (Cat food cans with ring tops are hard to open and my cat was impatient!)
Oh those ring tops can be dangerous! I have a special kitchen gadget opener for them LOL
Oh my gosh, I am soooo happy I found this vid. You are a lifesaver, I let my nails grow out too long and of course right before I had a trip to go on my nail broke! This was so easy, thanks again for sharing!!
i love your videos, i never thought about your hands being dry, it amazes me what people have to comment on.. it seems to me it takes more energy to point out something wrong then to just say great job, or just something nice in general..just want to let you know you inspire me to do my nails ( even though i rarely get around to it), there may be hope for my nail polish obsession.. quick question, i read somewhere you can only keep nail polish for like a year, how true is that?
NOT true at all! I have some polishes that are close to 20 years old & fine. Depending on the formula they may thicken but just get some polish thinner. The colors I used in the mani I have on right now (tutorials not up, but pics on Instagram if you're interested) I know for a fact are at least 4 years old because I posted another look with a couple of them back in 2010
good to know because i was getting worried
princessnjj you are so damn rude go to hell
excuse me who are you and why would i want to go where you live? watch ya mouth because its obvious you cant read
shut your dry duty mouth
Nicely done! Silk wraps make nice strong repairs.
Thanks for sharing another way to mend broken corners. Great job!
I can't be the same way with my nails when something happens. I always obsess and can't take it, so I cut the nail off. I really admire people who do repairs and feel okay. Great video!!
I tried this a few days ago, because the corner on one of my nails chipped off (the rest were ok). I am so glad I didn't have to cut all my nails, because of a break on one. Thank you so much for sharing this video!!
After watching your video, I ran out and got the same products you used LOL...love all of it, THANK YOU!!
Thanks for sharing, nicely done, very informative, let's see when I need it on my long natural nails, simple and right on point
You're like the nail magician. I enjoy your tutorials. They're always so informative and helpful. Thanks so much for sharing your time and knowledge with us. That's really very generous of you. You're awesome!
You did a great job! Good work Coette!
I'm so glad I found out about this product from you Anna =)
Your nails are beautiful! I was going to ask you in a newer video how you keep your nails from breaking and healthy I've found it. This video helped tremendously thank you so much!
I just discovered your videos... Very helpful! Do you have a video on changing the patches? I have one nail with a vertical split in it and it will never go together again im going to try this... But what do i do when iys time to change it? Lol help.. Thank you!
I don't have a video specifically on patches, but I do have one on the foil method which is what I use for patches & glitter. Basically cotton + 100% acetone, wrap in tinfoil to prevent evaporation
Hi Colette, of course your videos and tutorials are very helpful I have learned so much just watching you doing it thanks.
What camera do you use to film this? I'm planning on getting the Canon T5i soon but your camera looks really good and I ust want to know if there's another one I should consider!
OffbeatLook I like canons, I currently have a 510HS but it's a few years old not sure if it's even sold anymore
@@MSLP 6:36, it's actually better to have oil on our skin to *protect* your skin barrier from nail products. Just brush the surface of the nail plate with acetone to proceed with manicure and nail work.
@@violetviolet888 Not sure why you made this as a reply to a 7 year old comment instead of just a new comment, but I personally prefer my hands to be completely clean when doing my nails & just try to avoid getting any product on my skin and apply oil when I'm done.
@@MSLP It's an ongoing conversation. You apply the oil an hour before nail work so it's soaked in and still protects your skin barrier (and your skin doesn't look dry in video).
@@violetviolet888 there's no avoiding looking dry when working with 100% acetone.
Simply love your very easy to follow and understand video. You're my hero. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoy!
Thank you for this video. I wonder, can I use this for making nails longer?
This was so helpful. Going to go get some silk wrapping and gel now!
Thanks for the helpful video, I always thought the patches would be hard but doesn't look so bad. I hate when a nail breaks and I have to cut the rest, so I think I will pick up some patches and try this next time!
Wow these are so cool!! I have never ever heard of these!! I will have to use these sometimes. Great vid. It helps explain it a whole lot
Very informative. I never would have thought to use silk wrap. Cool.
i have really weak nails, are you able to just use the ASP light-less gel by itself to make the nails stronger or do you have to use the wraps/tabs with it for it to work properly?
The wraps aren't necessary if its just for general strength. You can use the gel and activator without any wrap. It works well if you plan on growing them, but the nail itself under the gel coat will still be weak. Try using olive oil and sea salt soaks and take biotin daily, it helps build natural strength :) hope this helps!
That's an awesome idea I mean I'm growing my nails out long and I watched this so I could know what to do if it happened and I'll definitely do this!!!!! What a brilliant idea
This is fascinating, clearly explained & super useful! 💜 I only grow out my nails a few times a year because they're crappy & dude, massive respect for all these nail art folks who can function with nails longer than a few centimeters! All I get done is thrashing them against every available surface, lol...maybe now I can keep them grown out for a bit longer. Also, as stated, my nails are awful, & they enjoy tearing & breaking even when short! I really like the idea of building out a fugitive corner with gel & silk. I went through your set of mending videos & am on the way to your recommended one--thanks much for sharing this. I know it was made a while ago but hey, still good info! 💜💅💜
ok so this was awesome, great information, now I can grow out my brittle little nails, LOL Thanks!!!
Great video! Love your nail tutorials and water marbling videos!
I love silk repair wraps! They used to sell them here in Belgium from Essence but the brand stopped selling it. Luckily my best friend is originally from America and goes back once a year to visit family so she brings back silk repair patches from Sally's.
I would never waste a whole strip on one break though! I cut a piece off.
I rarely get corner breaks but it was a very useful tutorial cause I would've never thought to use a repair patch on that!
This is a LIFESAVER! Thank you! Your nails are awesome!
Found this video by accident but oh my GOSH has it changed my life! I always just cut all my nails and start fresh whenever I have a full break or corner which is fine because my nails grow long fast but ugh...thank you! Now I have to find the products :/
Cool. Your nails are really growing out. Great job
I do something similar to this to patch my nails but I use the base coat of my gel polish instead of the asp glue. It doesn't smell nearly as bad and cures quickly under my led light. I developed my method after watching your earlier patching videos.
I just started watching your videos today n I love them. Quick question tho, can u make a video of u changing ur patch. I'm new to this and I'm trying to learn as much as possible.
Love your videos, they are always helpful and inspiring! I use the same gel kit but have to throw the brush away after one use. Would you be able to do a video showing how you store your gel brush and keep it clean for multiple uses? Thanks and God Bless!
I just have an empty polish bottle filled with acetone
Nails are beautiful. Thank you for this tutorial.
very helpful but I don't know where to purchase the products to repair nails. Could you let me know where I may find them? Thanks
I usually get mine from Sallys, there are links to everything on amazon in the information box if you want to purchase online.
I repaired my pinky nail following your tutorial & products, it worked wonderful. My nails brake a lot and i always end up cutting them all. Thanks. I had one little problem, the brush got stiff and hat to throw it away. What do you sugest to preserve the brush used to spread the gel, so i can use it more than once. Thank you for sharing.
I keep it in a polish bottle filled with acetone
I love your videos that are of this nature! I'm currently growing out my nails and I cracked my ring finger right before the nail bed. My question is if I just super glue it & use like a strengthening base coat will it grow back out?
yes I think so - for small breaks sometimes I'll just do glue, although if I have time I usually do a patch because I'm such a clutz
This was very helpful! I love how you keep us updated on your other patches too. Thank you!
Hey!! I've got myself a full break and it's my birthday month so I don't want to lose the length. Do you think this would hold up for a full tip since its kind of like gel sculpting when you go get your nails done? Or do you have any other suggestions? I tried to find the rest of my nail but it was unpainted on white tile floor so I couldn't find it in order to save.
+Sami Sellers I think maybe for a short full tip, but maybe not for a longer one - I tried once and it was just very difficult to keep the silk in a natural looking shape the further you get from your actual nail
+My Simple Little Pleasures okay cool. I have mine shaped in an almond shape, and my nail has a pretty good c curve. Maybe I can just add a little length and not have to file so much off the others. Thanks for the advice!! :)
Collette, from start to finish, when you are all alone without camera, how long does it take to do your nail prep to recieve polish? I'm guessing at least an hour. And then for plain polish, including Seche Vite, how long for that before you can walk out the door? You are truly a master of natural nails. I'm thinking you are a salon pro.
Oh, not long at all. I don't have a very long prep routine - after I take a mani off I usually use a sugar scrub & do my cuticles etc - maybe 15 mins on the slow side. Filing when necessary, but that's not all the time maybe 5-15 mins. And then before I polish I just swipe my nails with acetone to make sure they're fully clean. I can do a plain mani (base, 2 coats of color, top with seche) in about 15-20 mins depending on how neat I am & if I need to do any cleanup around the cuticles. And with seche vite I can literally walk out the door 5 mins after finishing
You are a nail genie!! So useful, as always!
Where do you get the patches & glue from?
generally from Sallys, although they're also available other places including amazon
Hey I wanted to ask you something about the material you use, where you broken nail .. also where can I buy it and how to take it off or if it rebels than ever?
Your nails grow so fast !!! I do agree with you also nails need to be clean and oil free when you polish the nails good job though
I had no idea this could even be done. Very helpful.
love this just had to do repairs on mine this morning tiny cracks on sides of nail. did u say u keep brush in polish remover so the brush wont get rock hard from gel. because I keep having to buy brushes. please tell again how to keep brushes am on my 10th brush.
yes - empty polish bottle, fill it up with remover, then just wipe the brush off before you use it to spread the gel =)
thank you I had another repair add 2 more brushes to list:)
When you say remover do you mean 100% acetone? Would wiping off the gel application brush with 100% pure acetone after use work too? (Full submersion for a few minutes). Then wipe off?
Very helpful! Sometimes I do the silk patches but they don't stay on too well or long... any suggestions? Not sure if im doing something wrong
check out my other 2 patching videos - starting absolutely clean & dry is my main tip, but other than that it's all practice & a learning curve. Sometimes I'll still get one that doesn't last well & I'm not sure what I've done differently or wrong
That really helps me and my daughters nail fix. Good video.
great tutorial! I had no idea this was possible. one suggestion to help us see the transparent gel nail better, perhaps you can have a black piece of paper nearby so the clear tip can stand out and be more visible. Idk if this will really work, just an idea, but it's prob better than the white background. anyway, keep up the great work!
How long do these patches last? I've tried the teabag and glue method but they barely last a day...
Mine will usually last several weeks, up to about a month if I take really good care of them
My Simple Little Pleasures are these stronger than tea bags?
I've never used tea bags, so I don't know how they compare against each other
My Simple Little Pleasures Thank you for all your help!
I love your videos. Thank you for sharing them!
Q: is it better for the nail to apply the silk from the cuticle or just the tip and gel directly on the bed of the nail? Which option is easier to remove and less harmful for the natural nail?
Thanks.
I generally don't apply the patch all the way to my cuticle, although I do get the gel as close as possible - I seem to get less lifting that way. I don't think either way is necessarily more or less harmful
I love your videos. Quick question. How do you keep your lightless gel bottle from clogging up. No matter what I do mine always clogs
when I'm done with it, I stand it upright & squeeze - so that air goes through & kind of clears out the tip. It usually works, although I have had to poke the back open (I think I used a needle) before too
your amazing for sharing this I love your nails thankyou I've been trying to grow them out but working with kids it's almost impossible, that is until now lol and don't listen to the haters people will always find a reason to criticize and be mean you keep doing what you like
That was very helpful for me. I will try it on my next break.
Do you know of a way to brighten the free portion of the nails? My nail beds are a darker pink like an american manicure but without the creamy white edges. Thx
there are a lot of home-made nail whitening methods - from lemon/citrus to whitening toothpaste. I don't usually bother since mine are always painted, but I'm sure a google search would turn up many more options too
How did you put fresh patches on your thumbs? Especially since the one was a complete break.
Thank you! I applied my first two patches today. My problem was the brush I used to spread out the glue. What kind of brush do you use? Also how do you keep the brush from gluing together immediately or in between layers? Thank you!
Krinnielee I just use an old polish brush - I fill the old polish bottle with acetone to keep it from getting too stiff & wipe it off before I use it
Great video! I always cut my nails and start from scratch! Very informative
Can you apply a soak off Gel nail polish/use LED light to the wrap?
Wow! You make this look super easy to do. Is this a kit or are they sold separately?
squeeza mama I think there is a kit, but I generally buy mine separately. I think the kit comes with nail tips which I don't need, and doesn't include the silk wraps
OMG. I literally just subscribed because I find her nails satisfying. Is that weird? I do not paint my nails or do manicure but I would gladly watch her getting her perfect nails done. I think it's because I am OCD.
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I have been patching nails now instead of cutting them off but I usually do the silk & glue. My issue is that when I remove the patches my nail which is already thin feels even thinner and more fragile and often times it will break again necessitating another wrap & it's almost like a vicious cycle. Any advice ? I am careful now to try and not over buff etc. thanks for the useful vids :)
I think like you said being careful not to over buff is key - like not to buff any exposed nail when you're buffing the patch down. I have had the same feeling sometimes though, right now I have a small break & I'm trying to hold it with no patch, just glued together, but with gel instead of glue. it's not as strong as a full patch, but it's faster and it's holding OK
My Simple Little Pleasures thanks for replying 😊Fhe last patch I did just covered the small tear so I'll probably just keep doing it that way. Worst yet I also patch my mother's nails and it sometimes seems like I'm patching all the time lol. I will probably even do as your doing and just try and glue the area too. It's a pain removing polish , patching/repatching. The things we do to keep our nails. Subscribed! Thanks and Happy Holidays 🎄🎁
Excellent tutorial!
Bonjour j'aurai voulais savoir Ou peut on trouver ce gel light less? Svp merci
hi, i've got a few questions. first, can I use those products not for fixing, but just for hardening the nail, and kind of preventing it from breakage? and second, can I order those products on-line? PS love your videos
Excellent!!!
Como reparar uñas rotas// How to repair broken nails
Do you know if are there any alternatives to the ASP gel? I live in Australia and it's just not available here.
Colette: Your channel was mentioned in my recent video "My favorite RUclipsrs." Love your videos!
thank you =)
I am so in love with your nail bed and its natural curve. I wish mine would grow like that :(
Wow thats pretty cool I had no idea this even was possible I would always get sad when one of my long nails would brake so I would just cut them all and let them grow again lol but now I can do this thank you :) great video
This was very helpful, I just have to figure out where to get the necessary items!
+Cindy Troxler I usually get mine at sallys if you have one near you - otherwise there are links to purchase online in the description box
this video was really helpful because the corners of my nails always break or tear and now i know how to fix them ^_^
Thx now i know what to do.
I love it and thank you I have learned a lot from you by watching your videos.
I recently bought a nail hardener my nails are a bit longer now but after some days of being long they start to broke especially in the corners
How long does the ASP Light-less Gel last by its self and can you use it for fill ins?
where do you get your silk wraps? whoa tea bags any kind or silk ones?
Can any1 tell me where can I get the silk wraps and is there a video showing how to used the teabags as a replacement 4 the wraps ? thanks.
Thank you for making the tutorial!
Very cool. I've never thought to do that with a patch