Anyone Do Gels?

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Lucy H.

Mar 23, 2013

Lucy H.

Why are my gels going bumpy and uneven?
I can't seem to level it properly (yes I've tried upside down!) and can't get a nice high arc, is this just the process, should I file then the same as acrylics as I don't like to do this as it effects the finish :/ HELP!

Leighanne H.

Mar 23, 2013

Leighanne H.

Hey lucy I do gel. Are you using a runny gel or a thick gel? I use a thick gel which is really good for building the shape, runny gel is harder. Are you using enough gel? You may need to add more or if you watch underthelilyshadow on YouTube she builds the structure with strings of gel, this may help?

Lucy H.

Mar 23, 2013

Lucy H.

Umm no its thick, I use builder gel to sculpt then you've top coat but it sticks to my brush and stays lumpy lol... looking at youtube vids I think I need to apply in layers and go much slower, I rush my gels as I tend to use them for a quick fix when I can't be bothered to do acrylics lol!
thanks for the tips :) x

Lucy H.

Mar 23, 2013

Lucy H.

Autocorrect won't let me type you...v!

Leighanne H.

Mar 24, 2013

Leighanne H.

Your welcome :)

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