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How to Remove Bling | How to Super-Secure Bling Using Japanese Gel

Paola PonceJanuary 21, 2022

Nail bling or embellishments can consist of studs, crystals, charms, stones, gems, and so many other 3D little nail accessories, so for the purpose of this video I’ll be going back and forth with the words bling or embellishment. Applying and removing bling is a technique that we all have...

7 Mistakes in Gel Nail Extensions to Avoid

Paola PonceJanuary 10, 2022

While you may opt-out of doing gel extension services, mastering your application of these can certainly boost your confidence. Mastering Gel Extensions, especially with soak-off gel, does not have to be difficult, but there are certain mistakes to avoid. In today’s video, we’ll be going over common mistakes in gel...

Transfer Foils: 2 Secrets to a Good Transfer Every Time with Foil Gel

Paola PonceDecember 17, 2021

Transfer foil is one the most easy yet beautiful nail art techniques to create quick fun nail art. But chances are if you’re watching this video you may be really struggling with it. Hey there, welcome back! If you are new here… Welcome, my name is Paola, and I am...

How to Encapsulate Chunky Glitter with Soak-off Gel

Paola PonceDecember 03, 2021

SO many times our glitter options come already packaged in our gel product of choice, but other times, many times in fact, we know that the fun stuff can be -sold separately-. … And by that I mean, in a separate container. This is often the case with a chunky...

The Products You Need To Get Started With Kokoist Japanese Gel Nail Products

Paola PonceNovember 19, 2021

Kokoist Gels are a brand of soak-off gels that are manufactured from scratch in Japan.   You can create natural nail overlay and extensions with these soak-off gels including beautiful styles of nail art.   So how do you get started with Kokoist, which products do you buy?   Well,...

How To Apply A True No-Lift, No-Chip Application Using Kokoist Platinum Bond Duo

Paola PonceNovember 05, 2021

Hey there, today I’m bringing you a super special lesson. We are going to learn how to apply a true no-lift, no-chip application using Kokoist Platinum Bond Duo.   Platinum Bond Duo is one of those special products from the Kokoist collection; not any Japanese gel company carries something like...