How To Do Your Own Acrylic Gel Nails At Home

Acrylic Nail Tutorial for Beginners

Introduction

If you're looking to get started with acrylic nails, this step-by-step tutorial is for you! Whether you're a complete beginner or you just need a refresher, this guide will show you everything you need to know to get started.

Materials you'll need

* Acrylic monomer liquid * Acrylic powder * Nail brush * Dappen dish * Nail file * Buffer * Cuticle pusher * Nail clippers * Top coat * UV/LED lamp (if using gel top coat)

Step 1: Prepare your nails

Start by removing any existing nail polish and gently pushing back your cuticles. Then, file your nails to the desired shape and length.

Step 2: Apply the acrylic

Dip the nail brush into the monomer liquid and then into the acrylic powder. Create a small bead of acrylic and apply it to the center of your nail. Use the brush to spread the acrylic evenly over the nail, working from the cuticle to the free edge.

Step 3: Shape the acrylic

Once the acrylic has been applied, use a nail file to shape it to your desired shape. You can use a variety of different shapes, such as square, round, or oval.

Step 4: Buff and polish the acrylic

Once the acrylic has been shaped, buff it with a buffer to smooth out any rough edges. Then, polish the acrylic with a nail polish to give it a glossy finish.

Step 5: Apply the top coat

Finally, apply a top coat to the acrylic to protect it from chipping and peeling. If you are using a gel top coat, you will need to cure it under a UV/LED lamp.

Tips for beginners

* Start with a small amount of acrylic and add more as needed. * Work quickly, as acrylic dries quickly. * If you make a mistake, don't panic! You can simply file off the acrylic and start over. * Practice makes perfect! The more you practice, the better you will become at applying acrylic nails.