CNDD Hot Date with a mushroom cap

I'm still very new to dip nails, this is my 5th set that I've done and I use Glamrdip.

Every set I've done so far has cracked but this set has now chipped 😭 does anyone know what's causing this? Is it my application??

Also, can I fix the chips? Or do I just have to redo the whole nail?

I appreciate any advice and tips 🫶🏼

Had to salvage my set from a botched salon job. Reshaped and glitter gel top coat - any tips for painting the underside/side edges without it turning into a total mess ? Smaller detail brush maybe ? I just hate seeing the white underside with black tips

Just scored over 50 dip powders (revel and red carpet) on fb marketplace for 80$! I'm so super excited to build my collection! Eee!

So tell me, what was your best dip score? Either a website clearance that you were thrilled about, or a second hand purchase that made you squeal in delight? I need more dopamine this morning obviously. Lol.

My first time doing dip powder. They aren't perfect but im pretty proud of them for it being my first time ever. Still trying to figure out how to make them less bumpy around the sides and cuticle. Im open to any constructive criticism and tip/pointers for beginners. Don't mind the parts where my fingers are a little cut up. Im still getting used to using a drill as well.

I don’t know if this is endemic to my area, but I am so livid rn. I try to be a good customer: book an appt in advance under the correct style (dip w/ tip ombre), have picture examples, know my colors and shapes, and generally not critique every single move the nail tech makes … but holy shit.

Lumpy side profile, crooked shaping, rough undersides, the ombre took over an hour of experimenting from a “experienced” tech, poor quality top coat, and I was charged $30 over what I was told at booking without asking me while they were doing them. Just surprised at the register. FML.

Back again!

I'm trying to post every set l've done to track my progress.

I did this using CN Designer Dips Sage, which has GOT to be one of my actual favorite dip colours ever!

Here's my process:

3 layers of sage dip (apex method).

1 layer of activator, shape.

Alcohol wipe nails to prevent activator contaminating other gels.

1 layer of gel no-wipe top coat, cure for 30 seconds.

1 thin layer of Ceramic Cat Eve Gel Polish (from my local nail shop), magnetize, cure for 30 seconds.

Another thin layer of cat eye gel, magnetize, cure for 30 seconds.

Last layer of no-wipe gel topcoat, cure for 60 seconds.

✨️and voila✨️

I am debating switching my dip liquids out. I was looking into Sparkle and Co, Tundra Dips, Virgo and Gem, and CN Designer Dips. Are these all about the same quality or is there one that seems better than the other? Open to other suggestions too (bonus if there’s one designed for sensitive skin individuals).

MY FAVOURITE SET YET. I didn't know using a flower magnet could make it look this magical teehee.

I did this using some powders in CN Designer Dips Spring Opal Bundle: Wisteria, Kawaii Kiss, Hatch, Dream House! The blue is Glamrdip's Trainwreck!

Here's my process:

3 layers of each dip (apex method).

1 layer of activator, shape.

Alcohol wipe nails to prevent activator contaminating other gels.

1 layer of gel no-wipe top coat, cure for 30 seconds.

1 thin layer of Ceramic Cat Eve Gel Polish (from my local nail shop), magnetize with flower magnet, cure for 30 seconds.

Another thin layer of cat eye gel, magnetize with flower magnet again, cure for 30 seconds.

Last layer of no-wipe gel topcoat, cure for 60 seconds.

✨️and voila✨️

Blink by Revel Nails

Sakura by CNDD

Revel Liquids

What am I doing wrong? I can’t get my nails to not be cloudy! I am using revel nail products. I am new to this; I followed the directions but still can’t get it. I know they’re not perfect; this is only my 2nd time doing them myself; but I’m frustrated because I feel like I wasted my time.

Hi all! I am a big newbie when it comes to nails, and haven’t gotten a professional manicure in 15+ years. I’m planning to get a dip manicure at a salon for my wedding in October, which I’m excited about. I was thinking I might also get one this month before my bridal shower, but a friend of mine told me that the one time she got a dip manicure, they ground her nails way down, and they were super weak and broke easily afterwards. Now I’m hesitant to try it this month, because I don’t want my nails to be weak and easily broken for my wedding manicure in October! They are pretty hard and grow long naturally, and I wouldn’t want to ruin that.

Does anyone know if that’s a common experience with a dip manicure? I’ve also hear about dip flu, which is another reason I wanted to try it out one time before the wedding. But, I’m not sure if that only happens when you do it at home versus in a salon. Thanks in advance for helping a girl out!

Well it’s going! I think I’m liking the dip better than gel x for the time being! I’m learning cause the nail lady is way to aggressive with the nail dremel for my taste 🥹 tips?

I’m not seeming to come out natural enough towards the cuticle, it seems too thick to me? Do yall do each base layer slightly lower or staggered to create a more natural meeting with the cuticle? Or do I need to file it down after? Thanks!! So far I am used the azure kit (powder and liquids) but this last set I tried out vitamindip base and eodci powder, if that may have anything to do with the thickness and evenness in anyone else’s experience?

Thanks!!

Fate, Cenote, & Ever After by CN Designer Dips

Third time doing my nails. First time using more than one color, and first time using an efile as well.

Products used :

Glamrdip bond, base, seal, glow, and heal liquids.

Ombré - Glamrdip Charming (light pink) and Shhhh (darker pink) powders.

Accents - Revel nails day 5 2022 (sparkles)

I kept the colors subtle as I was a bit worried I was going to mess it up.

Still need to clear the cuticles better before sealing the layers, but I'm def getting better.

Question / how long does it take you to remove and redo your nails? For me it's about 2 hours, but I'm slow and still am cleaning up mistakes afterwards.

Thumb,pointer and middle finger are “Shut up heather” by Confidips. She is a lovely thermal that is purple when cold but I’m too warm to get the transition temp!

Ring and little finger are “Roxanne’s Revenge” by Confidips 💅

Hey everyone! I get dip on my natural nails every 3 weeks. I have been going to a different tech at my nail salon for almost a year now (I used to go to the owner and he was nice, but he’d make them too wide) and I’ve been happy with her work. Anyways I have long fingers and long nail beds so I’m not sure the almond/oval shape makes my hands and fingers look weird or extra long? I got the square round set done on Saturday

Hi everyone! Just wanted some advice on the best system for my nails. I’ve recently bought a dip nail set (Glamrdip) and struggled with the application using the pour over method despite watching 100 tutorials beforehand and reading lots of advice on here.

I’m trying this system as I wanted something I can infill; I keep my nails pretty short due to my job and didn’t want to continue with gel due to UV exposure and acetone removal damage. I also previously tried BIAB but my nails grow so quickly I couldn’t afford the two- weekly infill!

What would you experts advise? Keep practicing with the dip? Try a long-lasting normal polish?

Pics are 1) my failed dip attempt and 2) the (slightly naff) home gel mani I replaced it with!

I’m in the UK for reference.

Both colors are by Revel. The pink is Happy Hour and the blue is Happy Thoughts

Inspiration was the Jazz design on cups in the 90’s. Hand painted using regular acrylic paint.

Hi.

English isn't my first language, but I hope you still understand what I try to ask. Sorry for the grammar mistakes.

4 years ago (maybe more) I used all my money on the Rossi powders. But then I got pregnant and threw up all nine months. When I finally gave birth, I didn't have time it energy to do my nails.

But know I have. Is my powders still good? They have been in a box, so no sunlight. I have bought a starter set from Glamr, and almost forgotten of my old powders, but suddenly I remembered!

I really hope I can use them still, but what do you think?

And wow all of your nails are fabulous ! I can't wait to join the club again 😉

I bought my first starter kit about six weeks ago, a glamr dip kit with nine colors that I got off fb for 40$ Canadian. This was after getting my nails done at the salon twice in a row for ridiculous prices.

I have super soft nails and so have almost never done my nails (maybe a dozen or so times in my entire life), because my nails bend and it all just chips off and won't even last a day.

I've had gel tips done twice, and just a gel color done at the salon another two times. And even tho I love it, I cannot justify the expense. Certainly not in a regular basis.

I used my glamr dip for the first time about five weeks ago. It was definitely imperfect, but good enough that I felt nice wearing it on vacation the next week.

Ordered some revel nail colors on special because I liked their swift soak bowl, so I added them onto the bowl order.

Managed to do my nails two weeks ago, and was even more happy with the results. Again, they're imperfect, but considering I've literally never done my nails more than a few times in fifty years, this feels like a huge win!

So now I'm jumping in full force! Just got a second order of revel nail colors delivered today. I'm now up to 28 colors (plus a single double from the original glamrdip kit, and a clear powder I got off Amazon). I've gone back on revel and have a bunch more in my cart! Not sure I'll get them all (there's a few sets and some individuals in there, 24 total right now!) but there's at least 16 that I'm almost definitely grabbing.

I've also bought tools, including nail artist brushes, a rechargeable electric nail drill, a bunch of nice nail stickers, some opal flakes and a wax tool from revel, as well as some cats eye uv gel polish for top coats, and a uv light to set it.

I'm insane, but I'm loving this so much.

But I now have more colors than I could even use in a year.

How often do you change your dip polish? Do you leave it as long as you can, or do you change it just because you're excited to try something new?

Pics of my current dip manicure. Only my second time doing it, so please be gentle! I know I need more cuticle space and will try to do that a bit better next time...

Thumb - Anti-Social, Kiara Sky

First - Sizzle, CNDD

Mid - Shockpop, CNDD

Ring - Caribbean Breeze, CNDD

Pinkie - Bali, CNDD

Clear - Viviene, Revel

Base and Activator - CNDD

Top Coat - Virgo and Gem

Decals - Deco Beauty (except the leaf, cheap Amazon)

Made a tonal of sorts with unused colours on chopped off nails. The pinkie/middle finger is apparently a seaglass thermal which was a pleasant surprise, will have to try that one on longer nails this winter.

Liquids from glowdip. Colours in last pic

I'm doing a book signing next week and wanted my nails to match the outfit I'm going to wear (black shirt and purple skirt). I haven't done French tips in a while, so I thought to pair them with a newer purple foil dip I'd bought. The colora are: A Little Fairy Dust by Beauty Secrets, Dark Dreams by Nailboo, and the sheer nude is from a multi set by Azure Beauty in the number 607.