Just a quick demonstration of my technique when applying builder gel to a natural square nail. Unfortunately, I didn't realise I wasn't recording the live until I put the hand in to cure. 🙈 One thing I forgot to emphasise in this demonstration was the importance of trying achieve a uniform thickness on the free edge of the nail. That is why I refine it with a file + buffer in the end, so there are no sides or corners of the nails that are "heavier". I want it to be evenly balanced

Round and squoval shapes distribute stress more evenly across the nail, making them far less prone to breakage. Sharp corners (especially on square or stiletto shapes) are natural weak points. BUT what's your favourite shape?

I would really love to learn more and become more skilled at acrylic and poly gel application and shaping. I did this freehand art set on my daughter. The enhancements are Gel X. The black french tips were my last acrylic set at school.

We’re almost there. Still waiting on my work permit.

Want to see my new pedicure chairs