I purchased these nails from you a while back and have only one problem. When the polish dries, it has a rough finish to it...gritty...almost like sandpaper. I've tried buffing them first and that doesn't work. This happens with any color I try. I've...
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I'm sorry, I haven't had this problem ... so I wouldn't be able to help you.
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Make sure you buff the nails well, clean the nails (get any grease, creams or oils off) and use the primer (all provided). I also add 2 layers of polish which might help you.
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I usually try not to use nail polish with the brushes because it'll stiffen but when I do, I use a little bit of pure acetone or regular nail polish remover (I recommend using regular nail polish remover instead of pure acetone because it's too strong for the brushes). I dip the brush into a little bowl that I use a lot and wipe it on a paper towel until it doesn't have any color showing. Then I let it air dry and at the same time I rub the brush bristles so that it won't be hard for the next time that I use it. Do not soak them again! Lol.
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I haven't had a problem, but I take care of my cuticles before a manicure regardless. I think as long as you're careful to not smother your cuticles while painting they should be okay.
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If the grit is gone I don't think you can do anything to get it back but you could try giving them a light washing with warm water and dish soap like Dawn. It will clean out any debris that could be clogging up the grit. I ended up going back to my regular 3-in-1, $3, foam, nail from Sally's Beauty Supply because I didn't like how these files tore my nails and I thought they felt weird when filing.
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I've heard that there are some polishes other than the specific stamping polishes that work but they need to be thicker and it's pretty much trial and error. I recommend the ones designed for this though.
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Don't squeegee all of the polish off of the plate. Also, I used some YouTube videos. But it worked for me way better when I squeegeed lightly, pressed the stamper hard onto the plate to pick up the polish, and then pressed hard onto my nail. I used Sinful Colors myself. Worked well.
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I didn't use the nails because they were to small, gave them to my daughter and she puts acrylic on them. Hope this helps you.....
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Yes I have used polish on them. It does dry like it does on a regular nail.
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I use OPI colors with a different base and top coat that I already have! Just make sure you use a primer/ nail dehydrator though to make sure the polish adheres =)
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I use this over Gel & Acrylic. Make sure your nail polish is dry - I always wait 1 day to put the Axxium on top so that the polish color doesn't bleed into the Axxium...and it has done that to me before and then I have pink/red tint. Just a suggestion. It is a TOP sealer <and not a fill as stated in a previous comment> so be sure you have a light so it can dry. It will feel slightly tacky at first, that's normal. DON'T use alcohol as it will make your finished look MATTE! Idid it and if you like the matte look, ok - but I like shiny! Also, I use mostly OPI polishes <natural and gel> so can't say if there are compatibility issues. Hope this helps! I use this over Gel & Acrylic. Make sure your nail polish is dry - I always wait 1 day to put the Axxium on top so that the polish color doesn't bleed into the Axxium...and it has done that to me before and then I have pink/red tint. Just a suggestion. It is a TOP sealer <and not a fill as stated in a previous comment> so be sure you have a light so it can dry. It will feel slightly tacky at first, that's normal. DON'T use alcohol as it will make your finished look MATTE! Idid it and if you like the matte look, ok - but I like shiny! Also, I use mostly OPI polishes <natural and... » Read More I use this over Gel & Acrylic. Make sure your nail polish is dry - I always wait 1 day to put the Axxium on top so that the polish color doesn't bleed into the Axxium...and it has done that to me before and then I have pink/red tint. Just a suggestion. It is a TOP sealer <and not a fill as stated in a previous comment> so be sure you have a light so it can dry. It will feel slightly tacky at first, that's normal. DON'T use alcohol as it will make your finished look MATTE! Idid it and if you like the matte look, ok - but I like shiny! Also, I use mostly OPI polishes <natural and gel> so can't say if there are compatibility issues. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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I had the exact same problem. I finally broke down and bought some extra tips. Supposedly you can soak them in acetone to clean the tips.(I think it needs to soak for 24 hrs.
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after your all done be sure to wipe your nails again with the blue cleaning liquid that comes with the kit. That will take care of the problem .
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NO...nails need to be clean and dry....then roughed up a little so the strip will adhere.....
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It should work like any other shellac polish. Make sure you shake it before you use it and put scrub fresh on the nails before painting. Some of the colors pull back a little when they are cured in the light but the second coat usually covers that. So in not sure what happened ? Good luck
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As Mariah answered below about the groove at the nail bed, I don't put the gel or acrylic that far back I make it look as if the finger needs a fill already!
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I wasn't sure about this, so I whipped out a file and started going to town and there was no problem. Just filed down like a regular tip. I wasn't using a super coarse file, but I don't think it really matters. My nails tend to be more square then the practice wheel, but I am not using them to make a perfect representation of a design, just get the feel of how colors might work together or do a tester for free-handing so the shape doesn't bother me. Hope this was helpful! :)