Ya know? 😆 Also... this is NOT how I use dual forms. The technique I use in this video is the "hack" for those that didn't catch that in the beginning. Thanks for checking out this video! 🙏🏻 Everything used in this video is linked in the description box along with coupon codes.

@GuidetteExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like the polygel isnt enough. It seems like you need a tip or something for it to not break!

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

It definitely comes out wayyy too thin this way!

@NanaNan1

2 жыл бұрын

Waiting for Amazon to arrive in tenterhooks😬. My worry is that my nail beds have flattened (my body cannot process food into calories very well… My nails have taken a beating from severe malnutrition or starving while eating, as I say-sorry TMI) and because my nails have flattened a bit - I’m worried none of the dual forms will work but full cover nails I can file to fit in a few minutes.. I so can’t wait to try both ways! Thanks Again!

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

There are some flat dual forms out there, so I'll keep my fingers crossed that you'll get those. Never tmi here, I'm so glad to have you, and let me know how things go for you with the nail process! 💜🤗

@chelseapryor1993

2 жыл бұрын

Jus found ur videos and I subscribed I love ur attitude and this video really helped me!!!

Finally a goofy southern lady that makes sense 🤣🤣🤣 I been doing dip kits and acrylic forever, Finally ordered these poly gel dual form kits for me and my now teenager daughter to do together. Most of these YT tutorials drive me insane because they're not answering the questions in my head 😅 I guess southern women think different lol thank you!!

Do you know what I do sometimes instead of applying it thick inside the form I’ll do a thin layer cure it And then take the form off after I do the UV light and then add more on top of the thin layer and sculpt it to make it thicker

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

Yesssss, I do the same thing! Just get a base down and work from there. Great advice!

@Tajagee123

2 жыл бұрын

Preach Sis 🙌🏾💯❤️

@ananda3363

2 жыл бұрын

Yea that’s the only way I can do it. Turns out perfect every time

@anneliekedoornbos4356

2 жыл бұрын

Yes same ! Cause with only dual form it tends to break do fast because its so thin

@Feg1989

2 жыл бұрын

@amandawagner when you're doing that second layer are you using a dualform again or just doing the second layer on top of the 'bare' nail?

WHAAAAAT?! I was just watching this to see how these polygels work! Did not expect to see myself!! 😂😂 thanks for this vid!

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

Double WHAAAAAT?! I was just looking at my phone in the midst of watching the Depp vs Heard trial, eating a caramel ganache brownie with a fork as this notification came in and ☠ offically. I adore you boys and am having a severe fangirl moment. So um, yeah... Tell Robert I say hello and I'm about to get back to making more of these polygel videos after a 4 month break so make sure you come back soon! 😂😘

@JamesWelsh

2 жыл бұрын

@@NovaKnowsBeauty omg I’ve been watching that toooooo! Like hours of live streams! Ahhh I will! I’m currently on a nail break too after damaging them using an e file all wrong lol but I’ve learnt now so I’ll be watching closely!

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesWelsh Learning an e-file on your own is a torturous time. But it makes you all the more attentive once you get the hang of it, as you surely will!

I love dual forms and think they are beginner friendly. But I put the gel into the form. Then it doesn’t get pushed out that much( hardly any). Maybe you should try that. It us really easy then and you don’t have chunks missing. I love polygel with dual forms!

@kekets

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly 🤦🏾‍♀️

@lexilove1111

2 жыл бұрын

Same I just got mine today it’s such a money saver to do my own nails and their not as bulky or heavy as regular acrylics . Loveeee it

@creativecheersoffashionlau7364

2 жыл бұрын

@@lexilove1111 exactly! It is way quicker and imo more beautiful than acrylics. And with the dual forms you have a nice finish with no effort( only do underneath)

@missjoasia123

2 жыл бұрын

@@creativecheersoffashionlau7364 maybe you would do a video ? I would totally watch it just let me know in a comment if you ever make one. I’m like mind blown. I hate going to salon and I would love to try poly gel I just need someone to explain all the steps cuz I’m visual learner

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

When I use dual forms, I *do* put it in the form first. For some reason, some people in the comments think this is how I normally use dual forms, even though I tried to be clear that it was the "hack" that was going around on Tik Tok. 😂

Finally, someone who admits that polygel with dual forms is damn near impossible to perfect 🤣

@GuidetteExpert

2 жыл бұрын

I dont like that method. I rather stick a tip to my nail and paint it with acryl gel and file it with a machene to make it smooth and pretty if its to thick or a mess 😅

@wioi

2 жыл бұрын

It's actually NOT. Mine come out PERFECT every single time since the first time I used them I have zero problems with them

@allieh3444

2 жыл бұрын

@@wioi 🤣🤣 well good for you miss perfect 👍🖕

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

Miss Banana, I'm not against dual forms, I just find them more difficult to perfect than sculpting. Since your's come out perfect every single time, maybe you could make videos yourself to help those that struggle with them.

@stayoffmyballs4907

2 жыл бұрын

@@NovaKnowsBeautyI bet they still turn out like a dual form shaped nail though. But if you don't know what a good sculpted nail is, then you would think they're perfectly fine.

I began with full cover dual tips. I still love them. I put a thin coat of polygel in the form. Then after curing I shape and use dip powder or nail gel on top. This is much easier than sculpting with a paper or plastic form for me.

Yaass!! Thank you!! I've watched so many videos that claim dual forms are "beginner friendly". Beginner friendly my foot! I tried them and just couldn't get the hang of it. I ended up using paper forms and sculpting my nails. I am convinced that people who use dual forms are either a) doing a crap ton of editing to make it look easy or b) (the most likely scenario) they sold their soul to Neeailzbub the Nail Devil himself cuz they just can't be that easy. (because people can be super sensitive on the interwebs, OBVIOUSLY I'm joking. OFC, I don't really think they sold their soul...) (yes I do)

@NovaKnowsBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

🤣 I think it's possible to get the hang of them, BUT you're not going to have a *strong* nail in my opinion. I'd just much rather build it how I like and file the surface to smooth it out!

@sammyes415

2 жыл бұрын

Wow I’m having the exact opposite problem! I can create great nails with dual forms but I can’t sculpt for shit! I’m trying to learn but getting it right and filing is really hard for me :(

@randis7785

2 жыл бұрын

I swear I was having the same problem! It’s because of the upward dent they have on the edges where the apex is. It doesn’t keep enough gel where my finger ends. It probably has a lot to do with the shape of the natural nail but I made an absolute mess trying them and just ended up having to go over them again on all the edges or they would have broken right away. I’m so glad I’m not the only one!!!

@mikaelawilliams5779

2 жыл бұрын

Okay so I am no expert but I did watch several tutorials and picked up a few little trick that help my dual form process. These last and usually help me. I also learned a few things from trial and error. 1. For me I noticed if I use any base coat that isn't modelones, they pop off quickly. I don't know why but I have tried several different brands and Modelones works the best. 2. Buff your nails before the base coat. 3. When putting dual forms on I notice it works best if you put them on starting at the base of you nail. Go at it with a 45 degree angle and gently place the rest of the nail down. This helps avoid the underneath getting too messed up. 4, Flash cure them so they don't move while your placing the rest of your nails. 5. If your poly gel is too opaque, which usually is the case with whites, mix in some clear. If the UV light can't go through, it won't cure. 6. I use a base coat to move your gel around. It won't stick and helps smooth things out. 7. Use the brush to sculpt a rounded nail on the inside of the dual form. 8.Use less polygel at the base. When you press it, the poly gel should move toward your cuticle filling it in. I hope this was at least a little bit of help with using dual forms!

@wioi

2 жыл бұрын

They certainly are beginner friendly . Mine come out PERFECT every single time since the first time I used them I have zero problems with them. I couldn't get them wrong even if I wanted to it's that easy 🤦‍♀️

This was very helpful for a Do it Yourself Nail Chick like ME. I ordered a Polygel Nail kit like a week ago from ICONEVE nails so I’m excited to get it!!! I’m trying to watch KZread videos like yours to learn how to do it myself before my ICONEVE kit arrives. So THANK YOU!!! This was VERY HELPFUL!!!! 💋❤️

I have just discovered your video and I am just loving your personality and opinions about polygel. 🤣. I'm a novice at home diy nail girl with polygel and your experiences let me know I'm not alone with my grips! Lol 😆 just subscribed!

I also hate dual forms, for two reasons. 1) the shapes can be weird. You have to practice to know how much gel to put in them to get the right apex, and then sometimes they are way too c-curvy or curved downward at the tip. 2) Having the smooth surface means nothing if you have to file the cuticle or sides because of spillover. In general I find myself still having to do a lot of work after using a dual form, so I just opt to sculpt the nail myself.

For this particular hack you’re using too much product you gotta use way less and push slowly so it doesn’t seep out the sides and so it isn’t so thick around the cuticle

@evrenbasak6381

2 жыл бұрын

Nah. Yes it will work.. but it will be too thin and will break withtin 3 days. What she need to do is, not to put gel on her nail. Instead prepare it on the form then put it on her nail

@Thi-Nguyen

Жыл бұрын

@@evrenbasak6381 that’s what I was going to say too! If you apply it to the form instead, you have more control on how much spreads and how messy or smooth the edges are and a few other “details”.

@Justamama9

8 ай бұрын

Way too much! I shape the nail inside the form before I even clip it to the nail to cure. It is so much easier and takes much less filing ,shaping and "clean up" afterwards. The nail is already the way I want it before I cure it. I love Polygel myself

This is great! I saw the short videos and bought the whole kit, and am loving your tutorial!

At first I thought “Why is she putting dehydrator on before buffing?” But when you explained you had lotion on your hands because you have dry skin, like me, it made perfect sense, and was something I had never even THOUGHT about. So, now I might be able to have a few nail files last a bit longer. Thank you!

Thanks for this video. I just found you on you tube and am so great full to see someone struggling with these damn dual forms. I have tried and tried with them and I just can’t get it right. I love that you showed how to fix it with the paper forms because I could not figure out how to fix those pits at the stress point. Enough for me to like and follow!

Thank u! I noticed that the 1 and size 0 had no difference in the stiletto forms when I got this kit the other day! I thought I was going crazy lol Enjoy this video, definitely going to watch your others, look forward to seeing u posting more! Tons of love from a Canadian in the UK ❤🍁🇬🇧

I love using the dual forms when using acrylic it takes care of the top so all I have to do is file the edges then use the efile on the underside.

Your nails are so beautiful! I love this method! I just got my kit and it will be my 1st time doing my own nails..I hope mine will come out this nice!

i tried sculpting with the polygel yesterday and it works so much better than using those near useless dual forms

I have never laughed during a tutorial before 😂 This was so enjoyable, thank you ❤️

Ty, ty, ty I have the same problem with the dual forms, I have tried every way to put the forms on and mine never turn out, they are either too thin, or clump and it's just awful, ty for showing me how to fix them and that sculpting is nicer and I'm not the only 1 that has these trouble with forms ❤

Happens to me I hate dual forms also 😒 loved your video this nails looked beautiful on both hands 🙌 xx

@NovaKnowsBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥺💜

Girl this is my first time ever watching you and I literally pretty much subscribed right away because I don’t know I just fell in love with your voice and the way you’re doing your nails and I like the chattiness it’s refreshing lol

@HimMeand3

2 жыл бұрын

Never apologize for being yourself there’s nothing wrong with being chatty and talking and explaining what you’re doing there’s nothing wrong with it

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 💜🤗💜

Seeing your channel for the first time. Went and subscribed, liking what I’m seeing so far and I love your realness.

Ur the kind of person i want to watch most BECAUSE ur like me, self teaching and i love watching u! Ur funny and truthful! Im a fan girl! Keep going! I wanna learn to do videos too!

Love this so much.... learning how to do my nails as we speak lol. This is super helpful

I adore how real you are and the rambling!!!! Girl you’re my new bff and I just had to subscribe! Thank you

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

Hey bestie! 😄💜

your voice and content are so entertaining. like the bff who keeps it real with you no matter what. nails came out really nice.

I use duel forms all the time but I got away from using polygel (which is the brand name of a hybrid gel not the actual gel itself) or hybrid gel. I use hard gel which lasts me weeks. For the underside of the nails, I use an e-file and get that nice smooth curve you'd get if you used a regular form. Also, the harder you push the duel forms down on your nail, the more product you push out and waste which means less apex. Took me a lot of broken nails to figure out that it wasn't the form that was the issue but how I was using them.

Same with dual forms I’m having trouble with press ons too, like the kiara sky or apres I just can’t get the cuticles right! And the sides are a little chunky too so i but dupes or plastics but its the same. I honestly prefer sculpting them too

Beautiful colors

That stiletto tips I couldn't get them to fit my nail neither. 😵 I always need to buy the 12 sizes. 💅✌️ I like the way they turned out but like you said you needed to build up the nail so they wouldn't break. They looked amazing once you done your thingy thing! 😁❤️

I have no problem with dual forms, you just have to take the time to do it right. It takes practice.

It's The Voice Over For Me Lol 😂😂😂 i like the honesty 💓

Did the dehydrater and primer and stuff come with the kit?

I love how everyone is telling you that you're doing it wrong when that was the whole point because it's a tik tok hack. You don't use forms like this, just for the hack.

I wanted to try this also... but did you use the uv light? I just wanted to see how it's done step by step

How do y’all get the nail clips to not slide with the dual form

I love how real you are 😂 new subbed just for your voice over chat ❤ and I’ll stick to gel after seeing this too!

Only đual forms I can tolerate lol are the square and ballerina c curve ones while sizing up . So I'm with you overall🙃😂

Great Video!!! And the color of your nails are such a pretty color. The ones on your dominant hand?

Its your video, ramble if you wanna girly! Just found you, love watching nail videos!! I'm obsessed 😍

What do you use to move the poly gel?

Can you tell me how in the world you keep the form from lifting up when you are cleaning around the cuticles to get the excess polygel off? I always get air bubbles! I have to clips to use, but can't clean the excess gel with the clip on there!

Im buying a kit that comes with just the gel, the forms , a gel solition (whatever that is) & a file. So do I need a dehydrator & a uv base coat & a uv lamp & Im all set?

I love your accent and sassyness! Lol made my day! I hate dual forms too!

Does alcohol work as a dehydrator? I bought a kit but it didn't have any dehydrator or base

I hate using poly gel but have you tried ombreing the gel in the form and then applying the form to the nail to cure?

Found your channel on tobeglam Facebook page. I hate dual forms too and would rather sculpt too!! 👏🏼👏🏼

What dual forms are you using? Mines don’t stay on even with a clip

You won my ❤ Robert and James. You must love "sciences" too. 😆

@NovaKnowsBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, their sciences AND histories are the best kind! 🤣

I have done acrylics on my nails for more than 35 years, and just wanted to know if the polygel nails have to be removed each time to rebate, or can they just be filled in at the base, like acrylics??

You did a great job actually!

You're not alone, I've done my nails for decades....but the nail forms...trynna make those work was brutal!

where can i find Nail primer ?

I love your videos sooooo much. Ive learned so much too. The time you take to explain the how but also the WHY is awesome! You definitely got a skill in teaching. I used to do my nails all the time with just my natural nails yet people thought they were gel or acrylics esp with my intricate nail art designs that I'd make up and then I had 4 beautiful baby girls in 2.5 years. Twins and Irish twins sooo my nails took a GIANT step back because nails and an assembly line of diapers, bottles and sippy cups just didn't work lol. However they are now 5,6,7&7. One of my twins is profoundly Deaf (Beautifully' Happy & Healthy too) however she is dependent on American sign language and lip reading. The type of art I used to paint could complicated some sign language particularly finger spelling. It was just self taught techniques or tricks ⁶passed down from my mom who learned to do acrylics on her own pre internet days and it definitely wasn't learned from her learning from nail tech or DIY videos I'm so much luckier now. I was also lucky she was able to bless me with some nails sets a few times in high school pre softball season which in turn stopped my horrific nail biting. So I know that if my mother could pick up acrylics and teach herself esp with 4 kids of her own around my age now ..... cough cough 35 in two weeks, than I can definitely learn how to do polygel and get back into something I really enjoyed doing. Over the last 6 months I slowly made sure to acquire all the little extra items that would help a beginner especially with my expectations of that first dual form turn out lol. You totally have given me confidence that if I make a mistake it's not the end of the world and almost always fixable ;). I appreciate you doing what you do, particularly in one video when you reminded people there's no need to be rude and that encouragement goes a Long way. I'm taking the leap and the time to myself tomorrow to do polygel and dual forms for the first time tomorrow. I'm going to also thank the other DIY and nail techs for their videos too, but I genuinely appreciate each video you've made. The suggestions, the ability to laugh at a mistake and then teach everyone how to fix it with such an array of methods. So grateful for your page. I only just now took back over my you tube and signed into my name so I could comment. Stay positive in the chaos of it all but I'm sure you will!

The only way I can sculpt a really smooth Polygel nail is using base coat gel as my slip solution. That’s the game changer. I do want to try this hack, though. I think it’s all about the placement of the Polygel in the dual form before you push it. I don’t know if I can find the patience for it, honestly.😂🤣

@NovaKnowsBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I agreeeee! I think part of my problem was that I definitely used too much. 😂 Also, base coat as slip is awesome!

@waxalchemy

2 жыл бұрын

Wow I’ll have to try that

Thank you for showing how to fix it. You rock

I would like to order a kit am in SA is there any store you would recommend please

I struggle with creating a good apex so mine friggin' break off a day or 2 after putting them on, it's so frustrating, also gave up about 3 months ago but I'm craving having long nails again.

@NovaKnowsBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I made a video about creating an apex with polygel (I linked it in the cards of this video). It'll take some shaping with the file afterward, but makes a huge difference!

Have you tried putting it in the dual form first the pink level it out and flatten it then add the glitter at the top and flattern that. Then add to nail that way u can add the correct amount and thickness just a thought xx

Looks so good

Never tried polygel, great video 🥰💖

I’m binge watching videos because I just bought a polygel coir set with some clamps and forms all separate.

You seriously crack me up! So fun to watch! Reminds me of how my channel would be IF I had a channel. Lol

What is the polygel on the right hand? I love it! Is that the color or is it polished?

@NovaKnowsBeauty

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, I can't even remember now! I usually will put that in the description, but I see that I didn't do that this time. I know that it's just polygel, no polish... and I'm about 99% sure that it's one of the colors from the kit used in this video, because I'll often try a polygel before doing a video so that I know if it works well or not. This kit is linked in the description. I'm sorry I can't remember for 100% sure! 🥺💜

Have you tried spreading the gel on the forms instead of putting directly onto your nail? I still have issues with dual forms lol but it does help a bit doing it that way

Nice kit

With the duel forms you can't use to much and it's easier if applied to the form first then so you can spread it to the length and thickness you want and then place it close but not on the cuticle. Easier to control the thickness or thinness of the poly gel

Hi do you use glue putting the nails on

How long do they last please?

Wow that is very beautiful i love polygel alot it is so easy to do it

I am new to polygel and had some trouble with dual forms as well but not comfortable to sculpt yet. I usually do the FemiBeauty method.

@Melissa_Lawrence

2 жыл бұрын

Are u talking about FemiBeauty Lazy Girl method by chance?

@shellybateman3748

2 жыл бұрын

@@Melissa_Lawrence Yes I am

I just put the poly gel on the forms first then afterwards cure it and add another layer if it’s to thin

I feel the same. I prefer to sculpt as well

Have the clips makes huge difference

Thanks for the video.

Sculpture does look better n when u get hang of the bead of gel to add on im glad u got to add ombre tip glitter more color I wanna try buy so bad

My nails are shaped weird so i can't really use sculpting forms or tips. Dual forms are my best option but they're always such a mess. This is a great idea! Thank you.

@homesweetesthome1726

Жыл бұрын

I know you posted this a while ago now, but thank you! Mine are oddly shaped, too and I was wondering if that was the source of a lot of the probs I'm having! I've tried tips, dual forms, and sculpting forms, lol.

Tip use a puppy pad for dust can be folded and shook in garbage can then folded and reused. Been using then for over 3 years.

the shape is very nice 🥰

Basically you just formed the nail twice. I'm a beginner at poly gel and had to do the same with the dual forms. I'm going to try sculpting next. My nails have so much curve the dual never really fit. I hope sculpting will make them look better.

I thought it was just me who hated the dual forms. I’m so glad I not alone!

I watched someone and they put on nail forms and then did the dual form then everything was smooth and the bottom wasn’t thick or lumpy

I hate dual forms too!!! And don’t feel bad about the rambling I do the same thing 😂😂😂

your whole commentary is me whole doing poly girl I feel you so much

I’m hoping I can get mine to last longer. Last summer I gave up but I’m hopeful!

@NovaKnowsBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

It takes some trial and error, but you'll definitely figure it out!

I just played with this exact same kit last weekend. Just did some swatches to check out the polygel. It's ok but a little stiff for me.

@NovaKnowsBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I need to try it out with sculpting forms still (I like slightly firmer when sculpting). Either way, I think the colors are so pretty!

@ellyjshockley

2 жыл бұрын

You can warm up polygel which will make less stiff, get a cup of hot water, not boiling hot, and leave for at least 5 minutes before using

i have polygel & paper forms I wanna try sculpting a set of short nails

I love this video

Okay so this is my 1st time watching your channel, I think you are really nice and talented. My only complaint is that you complained the entire video LOL!!! I look forward to watching more of your videos. Also I've never seen the dual forms used like that so thank you for trying that hack for us :)

Have you tried the dual form hack where you put the paper form and then use the dual form so it's not gushing from the under side, but I still think for long nails like mine the structure prob wouldn't be strong the Apex🤷🏻‍♀️

@emilyexplosion9120

Жыл бұрын

Use isopropyl for slip and then put a thin smoothing later on the under

I liked it, good idea. Thank yu

There is an apex, but you lose it when you press down really hard on the dualform. They're really nice and smooth, but I have the same problem with the gel coming out the sides, and leaving that gap on the sides. Drives me nuts!! But I'm horrible at sculpting lol.

To save u time u maybe try just the 1 color on first then add your glitter one after pink colour is set as it took u longer to do it with the forms to but they still look lovely but I normally put the gel on the tip first the way I want it and no waist xx

New, entertaining and educational. Thanks Subscribed✅

Look good and I like the cheat. Definitely going to try!

Can you sculpt nails with polygel. Love your videos too xx

I’ve never had stiletto and they look really nice nail

I hate dual forms!! But I also struggle with creating an apex and freehanding!