DIY Dip Powder Nails: A Step-By-Step Guide
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Posted on January 10 2023
Your love affair with gel manicures is coming to an end. In case you haven't heard, dip powder manicures are on the rise and with year, they're becoming increasingly popular. So why do people love them so much?
A dip powder manicure is an alternative to a gel manicure. Why? Dip powder is odorless. Best of all, it does not require a UV/LED lamp, yet you get the same, long-lasting results that you do with a gel manicure. Not to mention, it applies in half the time of acrylics. Still not convinced?
Eager to find out more about dip powder treatments, we tested the manicure out for ourselves. To our surprise, the process is so easy you can do it yourself...in the comfort of your own home!
In this tutorial, we used Revel Nail Dip Powders. Their formulas are cruelty-free, vegan, and 7-free (does not contain the toxins Formaldehyde, Toulene, DBP, Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, Ethyl Tosylamide, and Xylene). Revel Nail offers over 250 colors of dipping powder. For this tutorial we want to find the perfect french manicure blush by choosing Scarlet Flawless Pink.
We'll be using Revel here, but be sure to check out the other dip powders available!
- OPI Powder Perfection
- DND DC Dip Powder
- Kiara Sky Dip Powder
- Revel Nail Dip Powder
- SNS Dip Powder
- NuRevolution Dip Powder
- Harmony Gelish Dip Powder
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- Dip Powder in your choice of color
- One Liquid Set or
- 1 Base Coat
- 1 Activator
- 1 Top Coat
- Manicure Buffer
- Emery Board Nail File
STEP 1.
Create a smooth surface. Prep your nails by using a manicure block or a nail drill to create an even surface for the powder to be applied to. Push back and trim your cuticles but avoid using cuticle oils - this will prevent the powder from applying.
STEP 2.
Used Above: Revel Nail Base Coat
Apply your first coat on your first nail. Apply one thin, even coat of #1 Base Coat. Stop short of the cuticle. This is what the powder will adhere to, so make sure you get full coverage on your nail while keeping the coat as thin as possible. This will allow for an even, smooth powder application.
STEP 3.
Used Above: Revel Nail Dip Powder - Scarlet Flawless Pink
Time to dip your first nail! Cover the first nail in dipping powder by dipping your nail at an angle. Make sure you're entire nail is emerged for even coverage. Remove and gently tap the side of your finger to remove any excess powder.
Repeat step 2 and 3 as you continue this process across both hands, one nail at a time. For full coverage, apply a second thin, even base coat to each nail again. Repeat the process one more time for a second coat and brush of the excess powder. We used a loose brush to wipe away excess powder from our nails and hands.
STEP 4.
Activate the powder by applying a generous coat of #2 Revel Nail Activator on each nail. You'll see the dipping powder color darken and become more opaque. Allow to completely dry. Be sure to cover the edges and cap off the tips of the nails.
Once your nails are dry, use an emery board nail file to shape your nails. We prefer the Best Nail Shape for 2019, almond shaped nails, but this time we went for a more classic squoval. Check our Guide To Finding The Best Nail Shape to find the best nail shape that will flatter your fingers.
After you finish shaping your nails, be sure to apply another coat of Activator to each nail. Allow to dry for at least two minutes.
STEP 5.
Top it off by applying #3 Revel Nail Finish Gel. Wait 15 seconds and then apply a second coat of #3 Finish Gel. After the nails have completely dried (about 1-2 minutes), apply cuticle oil to treat and moisturize your nails.
Used Above: Revel Nail Finish Gel
STEP 6. THE FINAL #NAILFIE
So easy! Let us know how this tutorial works out for you. Show us your dip powder manicure by tagging us in your photos. Find us on Instagram @beyondpolish and #GoBeyondTheBottle.
For more, watch this video from Revel Nail for a complete, step-by-step process.
Video by Revel Nail via YouTube
Start dipping! Visit our collection of OPI, Revel Nail, Kiara Sky, DND, SNS, and NuRevolution powder nail dipping powders. Click to shop the entire collection.
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34 comments
I used all the brands of dip and it says to base dip base dip activate base file activate top coat of coarse brush excess after dips and every brand top coat dulls and leaves white patches once in a great while it will coat right but so aggravating when I’m a nail tech and people paying for this it did this at school too and instructors knew nothing? Why does this happen? I’ve had to top coat with a gel top coat and cure in light and that’s defeating h the purpose of not using the light for dips.. help please
Chrissy- use very thin layers, and only do this : prep, base, dip, base, dip, top coat, wait 3 min, top coat.
What happens if you don’t have activator? Does it still work And can u use a regular plain nail polish as a base and/or top coat??
I just bought some stuff and had to wait forever, I have nail tips, nail glue and crazy glue, dipping powder, and a nail bonding liquid, and regular nail polish
I’ve been dipping my for a few months. I started with the KISS system, which is a really good brand to use. I have run out of the base coat that came with the KISS system. Is there a substitute that I can use for the base coat?
Foil glue can be used. After dipping use light uv to dry then activator.
Foil glue can be used. After dipping use light uv to dry then activator.
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How to apply acrylic powder to natural nails
https://beautyfivestar.com/how-to-apply-acrylic-powder-to-natural-nails/
I was taught to place nail under lamp after each application of dip powder. Which way is correct. Also to clean around cuticles and edges with toothpick following each dip. I apply my powder with a pipette. I’m also concern with cross contamination between clients.
I was taught to place nail under lamp after each application of dip powder. Which way is correct. Also to clean around cuticles and edges with toothpick following each dip. I apply my powder with a pipette. I’m also concern with cross contamination between clients.
I was taught to place nail under lamp after each application of dip powder. Which way is correct. Also to clean around cuticles and edges with toothpick following each dip. I apply my powder with a pipette. I’m also concern with cross contamination between clients.
you need to start with the rite brand…‘COSCELIA’ ive ordered alot of different brands and i use this brand all the time! and they will tell you that you can even use clear polish, like sally hansens hard as nails is a good one, for base and topcoat…ok i cheat, i use the gel stuff and cure under the light, but it looks so much better and way strong! ive only been doing mine for a month or so, and i havent had one lift or chip or break! if you knew me you would not believe it! ive always been really hard on my nails, lucky if a mani made it 2 weeks! usually 1 week…and i was chipping all over, oh and i know and understand the importants of prep prep prep! so this is working great for me, and for me the perfect brand, i started with 6 brands and this wins hands down…its even packed really nice, and heavier weight, just feels good on you cause its better quality… thats ‘COSCELIA’ and no this is not a paid review…
Hello. I would love to start doing my own gel nails at home, but I don’t know where to start or what products to buy! I’m really confused 😕 Can you help me! I’m on a limited budget, so can’t spend alit, but really tired if going to the nail salon. I hate the drills they use.
Thank you for your help.
HOW TO APPLY ACRYLIC POWDER TO NATURAL NAILS
https://beautyfivestar.com/acrylic-powder-to-natural-nails/
Is the dip just for coloring your natural nails. I can not grow a natural nail for nothing. I do an acrylic short active french nail and wanted to add color to the french tip. In thought the dip seemed the easy way to go. Am I wrong. I bought a kit off of Temu as I can not keep paying over 50 dollars for fill ins I do it my self now. Have been hesitant to try it yet.
Thanks for any help or ideas.