I did review this product but I no longer recommend it. Allegedly there has been too many reports of allergic reactions. Join the FB “Nail Technicians Allergy Support Group” (not my group BTW) m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=873923746005322&ref=content_filter

@showbaer19

4 жыл бұрын

Dear Anna, I was interested in the company TGB, but after your video I am concerned ordering. I searched the internet but could not find specifically TGB & allergic reactions. Or do you mean BIABS (all companies) in general are causing allergies? thanks from Germany :-*

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

Please email me privately thesalonlife@gmail.com

Watching the biab peel right off after soaking is so satisfying to watch 😍

I like the product, it has a really beautiful natural finish. The only thing that bothers me is the heat spikes. I have since purchase a lamp with low setting and it seem to be working well. Thank your the video!

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Chong! What lamp did you get? Theirs?

I really appreciate and love this video 💐💐 I’ve been seeing clients (while I finish my final Nail Tech assessments) for approx 4 months now. I am struggling to get my service times down 😢 something always seems to go wrong… sigh… or I’m just slow and a perfectionist 🤦🏻‍♀️😭 It’s really disheartening some days but finding videos like this one really helps, thank you 💐💐💐

@TheSalonLife

Жыл бұрын

Hi Erin! Just stay the course, It will get better over time :) Remember! all masters started a fool. Have a wonderful day! - MSL

@TheSalonLife

Жыл бұрын

Speed comes with time and practice. Just keep practicing as much as you can. At 4 months you should be working on consistency and quality. And I’m not talking perfection because no one expects perfection. I have many watch me work videos. Keep watching them. That’s how I learned. By watching others. Don’t give up.

@mswifeycatlady7583

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLife thank you so so much for your words of encouragement (and for replying 💐💐☺️). It means a lot to me x And I will be doing exactly that. Focus on the basics, get those correct and build from there

Is it possible to put that under the tips, if U understand like gel x, instead of glue. Thank you

Thank you for this video. I wanna use builder in a bottle to help my nails grow. My nails are damaged,thin,and I don’t have a natural tip atm.

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

I don’t recommend this product. Pls read the description box

@chiaraana6040

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLife what do you recommend instead?

Wow beautiful! Tfs

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sherry!!

hi Anna, may i ask where you bought your timer and what brand it is? i’m needing one but don’t want it to beep very loud to draw attention to myself in the salon.

I do BIAB, but complete removal of the product isn't necessary, hence the benefit! I do infills, which protects the natural nail from the harsh removal process

I am so confused.. I learned to take away shine from the natural nail before application. But yesterday someone told me that this will damage the natural nails.. And they told me to file down to the basecoat and start from there. Never to soak off. But I see you soaking off every time. And you don't take off any shine from the nail plate? Just prepping cuticles? And do you dehydrate with acetone?

Wow her nails are in great condition underneath!!!!!

ok I see your description says you no longer recommend this product but I don't see a video explaining why. can you tell me why please? I would greatly appreciate it as I have very brittle nails and was looking into purchasing it . TIA

@miriamheyningen8961

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I also would like to know 😊

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

After seeing many brands linked to some pretty serious allergic reactions (like clients nails lifting and literally falling off) I have decided to stick to reputable brands, products made in EU/USA/Canada only. Preferably hypoallergenic. The term “non toxic” and “safe” is actually only a marketing jargon that doesn’t mean much.

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

After seeing many brands linked to some pretty serious allergic reactions (like clients nails lifting and literally falling off) I have decided to stick to reputable brands, products made in EU/USA/Canada only. Preferably hypoallergenic. The term “non toxic” and “safe” is actually only a marketing jargon that doesn’t mean much.

I love this natural look! Would you recommend this or regular gel for an at home user? I’ve been using standard nail polish my whole life, but I’ve finally decided to give up trying with it because no matter how perfectly I do my nails, they end up getting messed up within the first day. I think my climate is just too humid for nail polish to dry properly enough for more than 1 coat polish

@TheSalonLife

Жыл бұрын

Hi Sarah, I don't recommend any gel polish for home users. They can be highly allergenic when not used properly. Check out this video please: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oZOI0NafpcTOo7A.html Plus I don't recommend this brand anymore, even to professionals.

@Sarah-ic4yu

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLifewow, I’m a few minutes into the video and just want to thank you already for sharing your knowledge! Are dip powders included in this? Is the only safe thing just regular nail polish?

@amdee2087

Жыл бұрын

May I ask why you don’t recommend the particular brand?

@enjoylife3000

Жыл бұрын

@@amdee2087 Yes i wonder too, i hope we get an answer

@enjoylife3000

Жыл бұрын

@@amdee2087 I found her reply further down here: this is what she replied to someone else: After seeing many brands linked to some pretty serious allergic reactions (like clients nails lifting and literally falling off) I have decided to stick to reputable brands, products made in EU/USA/Canada only. Preferably hypoallergenic. The term “non toxic” and “safe” is actually only a marketing jargon that doesn’t mean much.

I'm interested in the bit your using on the natural nail/cuticle. Is it Erica's efile brand? I don't like my sciver bit.

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

I explain my fav tools here :) kzread.info/dash/bejne/aaGbw7t6aLG0fdI.html

What E file do you use?

So basically to me, BIAB is similar with gel colour, you till have to cure it under the lamp, and take them off every 2-3wks, or maybe 4 wks, thats my opinion. I had client asked me about this product yesterday thats why i came here to check it out, but i see no difference. May i ask sth cos someone told me different because they said they wont take off everything on clients nail, they only file the colour off, till the base coat, and put new colour on the top, is that ok to do so? Thank u

@TheSalonLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yes but then it’s not a gel polish service but a natural nail overlay with gel polish on top. Base coat would be very thin, like a nail polish. It would be impossible to file all the color down to the base coat and not damage the nails. But if you have a thin overlay then yes you can because these it more product between the nail and gel polish.

what grit buffers do you use? is there a link to amazon?

Can I use a random lamp with the BIAB? It has 1 option, it is always on the same heat.

@TheSalonLife

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Milou! No, you should use a lamp recommended by a manufacturer. If they tell you that any lamp will cure their product - run.

Hi! I noticed that you don cap the free edge, is it a personal choice or the product doesn't require it?

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Hi there! If I don’t see that the product is moving or pulling away from the free edge and just sits nicely up to the very edge then I don’t. If I do in that case I end up with a bulge which I hate lol. But when I see product moving and pulling away I freeze cure it and then I cap it. It stays at the very edge then. I made couple videos about it. Let me find them

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

For example: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qomgpauBprC-kcY.html

@fusty83

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLife thank you so much!

This looks like a regular gel polish application. Is it okay to use as a polish rather than a builder?

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

You can do it both ways

I started this service and two of my clients are experiencing chipping at the free edge! I’m unsure what I’m doing wrong. Amy advice?

@TheSalonLife

Жыл бұрын

Hi Jaime! There could be several reasons. I covered quite a few in this video. I talk about CND Shellac but many tips can be used with other brands too. kzread.info/dash/bejne/pqaJw7pmaKzKqdo.html PS. Which base coat are you using?

Which brands drill do you use? 😊

Can you use a gel color on top of the builder?

@auntb4573

5 жыл бұрын

yes

You said you were going to follow up on the wear of one hand being filed down and refilled. I could not find your video on the results of this. Howith did it wear ?

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Good question! The client missed the appointment because she was sick and she soaked off her product. It kind of bubbled on another client. It was hit and miss to be honest. It's little too rubbery to be filled in I have a feeling.

@kelseymaloy4453

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the reply! I have been hearing people use this as a base and file and fill it. That is what I'm looking for- something I can apply and then file and fill each time on my naturally thin nails. Preferably something lighter than dip nails but just as strong.

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

this is flexible product. I would suggest hard gel. Less staining, brighter colors and way better to file. Don't count for product for strength. I have talked about it on my pro channel www.patreon.com/posts/word-im-erasing-23829902

@kelseymaloy4453

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLife thank you so much! Do you have a favourite product for naturally thin brittle nails?

Why not recommend it anymore? Do you mean this specific or Biab in general?

Hi , I like your nail file , can you tell me what brand is it and maybe where I could purchase it , thank you .

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Beata! It's from Erica ATA. Lady Diamond file, get the fine, smooth one :)

@beatahp335

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLife Thank you

Can you recommend any other biabs?

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Please check out my recent reviews of Orly “Builder in a Bottle” and Cuccio “Brush on Builder”. Both excellent

@gwenmatthews5016

4 жыл бұрын

The Salon Life , thank you!🥰

I'd like to see a rebalance video on your channel! :)

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Although I’m all about natural nails I’m thinking about making a video about this hard gel line I’m testing. It will be super natural looking nails though:) Thank you for your comment!

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Kim! Rebalance video for you! kzread.info/dash/bejne/oGt_scatmdffkpM.html

Do you need to remove every time or can you just in fill?

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

Hi there! I guess you could fill but I find it doesn’t file well, very rubbery and if there is any lifting it’s difficult to blend it well (it’s gummy)

@lauraKe85

4 жыл бұрын

The Salon Life u dont like the biab from TGB?

nail file you are using??

@TheSalonLife

3 жыл бұрын

From Erica ATA

Do u still recommand the biab? I just ordered my botlle today and I am curieus

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Laura! I never recommended it. I only reviewed it and used it on few clients. In light of recent issues the brand is having wifi many alleged allergies I don’t recommend it at all. I mentioned that in the pinned comment and description section too.

@scandalousgook

4 жыл бұрын

How come you don’t recommend it? I can’t find anywhere your pinned comment and in your info it just says you don’t recommend it anymore.

Could you just file the BIAB and then reapply it, or do you have to have it removed every time?

@TheSalonLife

Жыл бұрын

You could I guess but the soak off removal is not bad at all and it takes less time to soak it off than file, especially when I use such thin coat. I tried to "fill" it but it didn't go so well. Too much work for less smooth and less fresh results.

do you charge more for a BIAB then a Shellac?

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

I don't use BIAB. I tested it and I didn't like it and now all the alleged allergies are poping up like wildfire.....

@serhataganer335

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLife oo do you use any other brands of rubberbase?

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

You mean other soak off base coats with Shellac? Or Shellac on top of enhancement?

@serhataganer335

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheSalonLife yes other soak off base with shellac and do you charge extra?

@TheSalonLife

5 жыл бұрын

I don't do that really. I tried this other brand and went back to using Shellac as full system. If I find a thin enhancement product that adds value to the manicures but still looks super thin and wears better then yes, I will charge extra. In that case Shellac will need to be filed off and enhancement either soaked off or rebalanced somehow so yes, it's a different service, different pricing.

I have BIABs from maybe 5 different brands and they all feel gummy when I file them. I absolutely hate that feeling, so I never reach for them. Thanks for this video, your hard work does not go unnoticed!

@TheSalonLife

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jennifer 💕

Theres no sound to the video after 3:19 secs

@TheSalonLife

Жыл бұрын

Hi There. The voice audio continues at 26:51 Thanks - MSL

How come you no longer support this product?

You can infill with this BIAB so need to remove the whole product

@TheSalonLife

Жыл бұрын

It removed very well. I prefer to soak off such thin coat, keeps the coating always nice and fresh and it wears better I find. But It can be done both ways. I think its a matter of preference

Bonsoir pouvez vous répondre en français aux questions ❓

@TheSalonLife

2 жыл бұрын

Bonjour. Malheureusement, nous ne parlons pas français. Peut-être que l'utilisation de sous-titres en français peut être la meilleure option pour vous. Désolé, nous ne pourrions pas être plus utiles. Prends soin de toi et passe une bonne journée. - MSL

is she not speaking in this video?? I hear no direction or anything.. is it just me?

@TheSalonLife

4 жыл бұрын

It's a "watch me work" type of video and I added info in the description.