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I did my nails using polygel for the first time! by hiddenblade

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· @hiddenblade ·
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I did my nails using polygel for the first time!
![Nail cover.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/48Y9y1KJ16ytwiBdzdu3fWsXnJwSFD9NZdA1HxKYqPXCDbgDwtM5ruXu7XDx2e14FW.jpg)

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Two days ago, I got these [nail products](https://peakd.com/nails/@hiddenblade/i-think-i-have-a-new-obsession) which I ordered from Shopee. I immediately tried doing my nails that night. xD

I already know how to do it since I have already [been to a salon](https://peakd.com/hive-174578/@hiddenblade/i-tried-having-polygel-nail-extension-for-the-first-time) so I have observed how it was done and also have been recently watching videos on it so I have picked up the knowledge that I need.

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# Nail Prep

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![1.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/EqNKa7hw8eaJGkPyfCyc7W8pxeoqLT2DMTMejHe9VXRyfwYiwv87T68SJqAeUzA75ik.jpg)

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Nail prep is basically a very important process and if you don't prep it right, there's a big chance the gel will not last long and worse, won't stick properly.

First step is to push back the skin just near the nail and remove the cuticle. I figured I can also use the nail drill but I thought it would be harsh (ofc it isn't lol) but next time I will.

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![2.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/EpVFyaA94Hv9Fc9MUc8XftnCrmBDYCWT5H3FCGEES8efkpV3h3wycPkWE3xgcgT9HRv.jpg)

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After cleaning my nails, I applied a nail dehydrator which dehydrates your nails so it would suck up all the oil from it. The purpose is to have the gel stick there stronger. Then I applied the primer and a base coat. 

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# Applying the gel

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![IMG_9845.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/23xpMWQBf391Acz9QdH4yK8pXt8XsXXFfrK9AXNn4CV2NziY4xxThuGSJQoK3dHUSL8Jg.jpg)

<center> <sub> Nail molder that I used.
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![3.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/EqNKWR9wAUfZw69W6YAJcQ9GZFQ8K8BbvUbaiepKwk4fX5K2dJJSRzi7bKcZnkTDxgt.jpg)

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Then I was ready to apply the gel for extensions. :D
I took out the nail molder (the transparent one) and I applied the nail gel. Then I started sculpting it on the mold, making it as even as possible. I used a slip solution and a brush to do it.

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![IMG_9885.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/242NuRN7k119oyuoCBQMmwuGi3YQGQCEdhnfyquByyYdVdD8wyCVYVvxhY9RoxRxhfH96.jpg)

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After putting the gel on the molder, I then pressed it on my nail. I had to be very careful not to let the gel touch my skin cos once it's cured (dry), I would have a hard time fixing them. They should only stay on the nail to prevent lifting (when the nail grows long). Then cured it under a UV lamp.


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![IMG_9924.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/23xyhXdNuy2AxdbNPdYXzguCXqYgk8gL6D8mW3SQBAWt9nRuF1CfuUGvoEQiPLSnrKRwA.jpg)


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After 60 seconds, it will harden like real nails. It's almost unbelievable lol but yeah it works like that. 

Then I just lightly press and shake the molder to remove it from the nail.

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![4.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/Eq9ZbXfo5fjzYGrShmxbix9us7TKpDi24BUaRTbVicGujQWYCCHyNXZiJY2ZT6w9zAQ.jpg)

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It's now time to shape the nails as I want them to. I used the nail drill and also some nail file to shape and "clean them up". I also realized I can't commit to nails *that* long atm so I just cut them shorter lol.

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# Applying gel polish 

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![IMG_0024.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/23xL7Tj2MRi2ArcMnSwjvn8PhpEZAcwdP9Yw1uTzMayNDatR1Pg5aV8EdxFypbN149tRS.jpg)

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To apply the colors and other shit, first is always the base coat so the polish would stick longer. 

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![IMG_0040.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/23ydEke32vp7KripGqBMYaYtFpEzfWSyZJwEw7sJ1dwQCFpp8BxTriqQX9tidwHsZu2Sx.jpg)

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Then I applied the colors and glitters. Cured them under UV light for 60 seconds before applying another layer.

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![IMG_0065.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/23xVVqEDNtTB8DgWbpx1AiDuem73FpoZ2wASUsYpciE3aZAYvw9fVDpSwvxwwVmEpuukg.jpg)

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Then I applied the rhinestones and I used builder gel to stick it there. It was fun deciding how to decorate it with these stones. They are always pretty!

After that, I just applied the top coat and cured.

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# Result

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![IMG_0079.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/23zbeL6cHhzKS6cDVGipZbdNxPGjHXfAEf9bDQCaCX4fk211Q89DDRNVkHFCeTvJda8r8.jpg)

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Here are the result of my 6 hours of hard work. Yes. Each hand took me 3 hours and it's because I was stressing on sculpting the nails well. Haha. I've never thought it would be this hard (to do it properly). 

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![IMG_0088.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/23yx61oiVz3a9msWFSan4UNxV8VrdoZE27C3QgTMGoEPrsCCBCegnHfeXMcC56d66VyUQ.jpg)


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I like the results! And for a first time, I was happy with what I did. It's not perfect but considering it's my first, it wasn't bad at all. :P

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![IMG_0098.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/hiddenblade/243BuKZ9ezQYGSiP8Rc74qbt3zLhPQEw6gfDgzSLjJd961weYnqsX1Cm62dpjACQ7RZ1e.jpg)

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The process was satisfying AF and I would love to do it again! This is why nail technicians actually love their jobs. The process is really fun.

I look forward to doing it again. Maybe when I get tired of this design and want a new one? Haha. 
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@creativemary ·
You will manage to do it faster and faster as you practice, it is definetely fun
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@hiddenblade ·
For sure! Can't wait to do it again haha
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@cryptoxicate ·
Excellent work, I'm sure you had a lot of fun in the process.
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@hiddenblade ·
Thank you! I did! hahah
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