Problem infills

[louwhu]

I'm getting myself in a bit of a pickle. :cry: I can't seem to get rid of the 'tide lines' from the old acrylic underneath. I have read the tutorials on here and I don't chase the line but obviously I'm doing something wrong. Was hoping for some advice and tips

Thanks for reading
xxx

 

[~Emmsybabes~]

ooo I used to hate this, when I used to get it too...
I never thought I would sort it out,
But I did, and you will too :hug:

Where do you file to remove the lift ?

I start filing for an infil at the free edge (only lightly filing here, more or less just removing the shine)
Then work my way towards the cuticle area.... following the arches of the nail,

when I am just begining to get to the lifted part if there is any, then I will concentrate on filing more here, so kind of just before you get to it...and on top of it. Keeping my file flat to the nail
I work my way through the grits until using a much softer abrasive (240)
as I get down to the begining of the lift near to the nail plate.

Eventually the lifted part will just come away gently, leaving no fill mark, and no damage to the natural nail, as my file was constantly on the enhancement.
(leaving a sense of joy in its place lol)

This solved it for me.... I hope it makes sense to you hun, I am not the best at explaining things xxx

 

[sknight]

ooo I used to hate this, when I used to get it too...
I never thought I would sort it out,
But I did, and you will too :hug:

Where do you file to remove the lift ?

I start filing for an infil at the free edge (only lightly filing here, more or less just removing the shine)
Then work my way towards the cuticle area.... following the arches of the nail,

when I am just begining to get to the lifted part if there is any, then I will concentrate on filing more here, so kind of just before you get to it...and on top of it. Keeping my file flat to the nail
I work my way through the grits until using a much softer abrasive (240)
as I get down to the begining of the lift near to the nail plate.

Eventually the lifted part will just come away gently, leaving no fill mark, and no damage to the natural nail, as my file was constantly on the enhancement.
(leaving a sense of joy in its place lol)

This solved it for me.... I hope it makes sense to you hun, I am not the best at explaining things xxx

I agree, I got it from geegs tutorial to file from the free edge to the cuticle working up grits until the lift comes away leaving a perfect seal between the nail and enhancement.

 

[fiona wallace]

I'm getting myself in a bit of a pickle. :cry: I can't seem to get rid of the 'tide lines' from the old acrylic underneath. I have read the tutorials on here and I don't chase the line but obviously I'm doing something wrong. Was hoping for some advice and tips

Thanks for reading
xxx

Are your clients using a good quality oil on their enhancements (like SolarOil) everyday? This will make a massive difference to the ease and speed of filing and help eliminate those lines!

 

[louwhu]

Thank you for your messages. i file just under the lifting. I'll perservere with it. I'm sure It'll come with time. It just knocks my confidence and I feel like I'll never get it. lol

 

[NSINAILS]

Have you ever tried using Line Out from NSI? It's specifically formulated to get rid of those fill lines.
The product has been around for some time and people really seem to like it. It may help!

 

[louwhu]

That sounds wicked!! Thanks for that. I'll look the up.x

 

[Bev Rose]

Some great advice from the techs on here.....
My advice to you would be to eliminate lifting in the first place, as much as possible.

• Check your prep is thorough and that you are removing all non living tissue from the nail plate
• Be sure to remove the shine from the nail plate with a 240 grit
• Ensure the nail plate is clean, dust & oil free before application
• Make sure your mix ratio is right (L&P)
• Check your application is not too thick around the eponychium
• Be sure you are leaving a small margin around the soft tissue of zone 3 and the sidewalls.
• Be sure to press your product onto the nail and not just paint it on (L&P)

These are just a few areas to concentrate on, if you get these bits right, your less likely to suffer with lifting:hug:

 

[louwhu]

Thank you all so much for all your advice. I soooo appreciate it. xxxx