Dipping Powder Nails - Suzie's Step by Step Tutorial 

Not sure how I got here, I'm not really a nail person 🤔... But this was almost theraputical to watch, your voice is also super soothing to the ear! 😅😊😍 Very beautiful colors btw 💅 good for you😉.

I have been doing dip powder for a while now.. I would like to shed some light. Suzie obviously started out with acrylic or gel already on her nails. Of course they look so thick! When starting on your natural nails, dip powder (for me) is actually thinner than acrylic. Also to get the cuticle to look thinner, you start your first dip only 3/4 of the way down. Then your 2 & 3 (yes three dips) all the way to the cuticle. You can also shape/file after your activator step is completely dry. For those of you who say "Why not just use polish". Dip gets hard! To the consistency of acrylic. Too time consuming and too many steps?? no way... From start to finish (this includes soak off of previous mani) it takes me 30 min MAX! I'll keep dipping!

Omg so relaxing! You're like the Bob Ross of nails! I typically hate fake nails, but thus is making me understand the art. My second video of yours to watch. I'm engaged. I saw that your video was 25mins long at the end and was shocked. That time just flew by. This is a nice thing to watch before bed. I love how you're honest and real. I love the real time, and your voice and your music. And also the lack of harsh colors. I'm going to keep watching because I feel like it's worth my time.

You're whole persona is so magical... I dont know anything about nail polish except my few trusty colours and can't afford most products you show... But boy do I love watching you...

I am a nail artist because of you, thank you for all your inspiration and lessons x

Did the activator brush on #3 bother anyone else or am I the only one??? Everything I'd perfect but that freakin brush....lol...BENNY GET HER A NEW #3 PLEASE....LMAO AND PERFECTION!!

i see a lot of people in the comments saying the dipping system has too many steps/ is too complicated but i'd say some people would enjoy this process and have fun dipping their nails into the colour tubs.

with the sound and the lights in the back , it's like watching a fairy work

Girl! You've GOT TO USE THE ACTIVATOR BEFORE YOU FILE, LOVE! And THEN you're at liberty to file and shape. The dip powder nails will NEVER FULLY DRY without the activator, which is more like a monomer, it sets up the acrylic powder (which is all dip is, finely milled acrylic), but there's what's called "the activator method" in which you use your regular acrylic brush and dip it into activator, then the dip powder and it's just like doing acrylic!:) Also, after you do your base and dip the desired number of times, you use the activator and you will know that the nails are "dry" and ready to file when you tap them with a file or something and hear that clink sound, you can now do your filing, THEN after filing and shaping IT'S VERY IMPORTANT TO APPLY ANOTHER/2nd COAT OF ACTIVATOR to ensure that the activator reaches ALL areas of the dip, including some which might have been exposed due to filing and buffing; THEN (ANOTHER VERY IMPORTANT STEP) AFTER ALLOWING THE ACTIVATOR TO SOAK IN (for a few minutes) ***MAKE SURE TO WIPE THE NAILS VERY VERY WELL WITH A LINT-FREE CLOTH TO BOTH RUB IN ANY UNABSORBED ACTIVATOR INTO THE NAILS, AND ALSO BECAUSE YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO WIPE OFF ANY EXCESS ACTIVATOR BEFORE USING TOP COAT, OR IT WILL HARDEN YOUR TOP COAT BRUSH. ***NEXT VERY IMPORTANT TIP: The first layer of top coat, you want to do 2-3 quick swipes trying not to touch the nail as much as possible; this coat will dry sorta matte. After it's dry, you go about your second coat as you normally would, and it will dry shiny! Also you CAN apply dip powder to tips, and you CAN achieve a proper apex and structure with dip powder. See Kiara Sky's RU-vid videos on dip powder. They cover ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING from 'What is dip powder?' all the way to 'How to Encapsulate Dried Flowers and Glitter using dip". I know how much you love growing your vast expanse of nail products, techniques, and methods, and I have just KNOW that you will be doing AMAZING THINGS with dip powders in the future. Also, I hope you know that I meant you absolutely NO DISRESPECT IN ANY WAY, I just wanted to share with you some things I have learned that have allowed me to do my own nails at home during quarantine. Right now I've got crystal clear ballerina shaped tips with encapsulated flowers and glitter accent nails, my clear nails look like glass💖 anyways from a huge fan and student of yours, I was just wanting to share some things I've learned that have greatly improved my skills and that might help you get the most/best use out of those gorgeous dip powders! I love you to bits and pieces ❤️

I remember discovering Nail Carer Education years ago and the cinematography has improved so much over the years, it's outstanding, not to mention the nail art in itself

The thumb and pointer finger are perfect for spring/summer,the middle finger would be beautiful for fall and the glitters would be gorgeous for the holidays like Christmas and New Year's! Good heavens with 60 colors how are you suppose to choose?! Lol the only thing is I loved the wine color when it was first applied but by the end it got a little deep for me. Still was stunning though.

When you're stressed tf out arguing with a hard headed person.... I come here for the free therapy and nail education value. Thank you Suzie!

I've binge watched your videos. Your voice is so soothing and your videos are easy to understand. Thank you for sharing!

That dark blue tho.... also, the brush on the activator would drive me bonkers!!! Suzie, I’d love to see swatches of all the colors, that yellow and baby blue look sooo pretty!

GREAT video!!!! You're like a little school teacher! I've been watching dipping videos for 3 days and this is, by far, the best video I've seen! Thank you!!!

I love you and your videos so much!! They have helped me in so many ways and now I can properly do a full set of acrylics and I owe it all to you! ♥️♥️♥️

You inspired me to be a nail artist and I’ve come so far thanks to you suzie x❤️

I absolutely love her videos. She takes her time and explains everything so well.

Looks like a time consuming process, but it's beautiful work as always Suzie thank you for showing them

Was I the only one hoping she'd do highlighter yellow? 😂😂😂💛

You're so softly spoken and your videos are very relaxing and easy to watch 😊

I was somehow watching slime review videos ( I don't play with slime, so not sure how I got there either) and found your video. I don't do my nails ( I actually bite my nails), but you're so tranquil. I could watch you forever. I love hope informative you are..

I just switched to dipping powder after years of liquid gel, and I am impressed! The first appointment was a bit long because the gel had to come off, but the dipping process itself was fairly quick. What I particularly like about the powder vs. the gel is that the powder goes on much thinner than the gel, but it's still very strong & sturdy. After almost 2 weeks of the usual wear & tear my nails are still in great shape, whereas I've chipped both gel and acrylic before. Time will tell, but I'm optimistic!

This video was just randomly available on my feed, but so glad I watched it. I wish my teachers in school were like, the way you explain your voice and minute details and time taken was so perfect and calming. I could just hear your explanation without getting bored.

Really cool system. I love the color! So vibrant 😍

Watching this is pure meditative girlie heaven.

Adore this! I've been doing my own nails since I was a kid and I love learning and adding new techniques to my roster.

Brilliant video - I’ve been getting some bumps in my powder and using an electric drill to file them and getting more problems so this video has helped a lot ! Plus you’re a really likeable person - could watch your videos all day - thank you xx

Suzie thanks so much for sharing this... What a great dipping system 😉 The colours are so vibrant and I absolutely love those glitters 😍😍

I’ve been using clear dip powder on my natural nails for 3 months now and I love it. Nails are hard yet very natural looking. I do use gloves when doing dishes or any type of cleaning. I’ve always go to shop but after watching this vid may try to do it for myself. Thank you for educational video.

Dipping systems are awesome for people with allergies to acrylic and gel nails! I'm a fan! 😍 thanks for this video, Suzie 💖

It's on the thicker side because you have acrylic on... My nail tech puts on 3 layers for me and it's as hard as acrylic but still thinner... You can put on extensions and do this. I broke a nail and didn't want to have to cut them all... The tech glued on a tip and applied the powder with no problem...

Thank you Suzie you are the only one who explained clearly and properly..I watched alot of videos but they never explained the steps properly. God bless you.

Lots of people in the comments complaining about it being too time consuming/laborious. I work in healthcare and regular nail polish lasts about two hours of one shift. Gels last maybe a couple days before they start peeling off. This is the only thing I can get to last for more than a week!

Wow very vivid colors, but its a lot of work!

I've been binge watching all of Suzie's videos.....I can't stop! :)

Such a super soothing and lovely voice-and an overall adorable pretty lady. Great tutorial and very easy to follow. She makes a great spokes person for this company.

I love watching your videos because they’re so therapeutic. So calming and interesting. Great content!

the thumb color was my absolute favorite!!! it's so gorgeous!

I thoroughly enjoyed this video & each time I do my dipping, I'm getting better and better. Just ordered for products using your discount code. Thank you, Suzie!

The activator part is SO satisfying

Thank you for this video! Not only was it informative, but it was very relaxing to watch. Thank you, thank you!

She reminds me of the fairy god mother from Shrek, but the sweet version not when she’s crazy.

Such a perfectionist 😊you must drive yourself crazy at times 🤩

Omg! This video saved my life. Thank you for breaking things down for beginners, I looked at other videos and I couldn’t follow. I should’ve payed attention more when I was getting my nails done because now I have to do them myself and I’m clueless but this video really helps! Thanks so much

I think there are a lot of misconceptions about dipping powder. 1 dipping powder is fine acrylic powder therefore using this with acrylic nails isn't necessary and makes the nail too thick. 2 to get a nail extension using dipping powder just add a tip first then dip. 3 this can be used on natural nails to add strength. 4 all these steps aren't necessary just clean the nail with acetone or alcohol, brush the glue on and dip the nail, repeats steps for thickness, file, then brush on glue to encase the acrylic and top coat it

I really wanted her to use that yellow one OMG it keeped getting my attention every time i looked at it lol

I found this video to be very well put together and aesthetically pleasing. Your voice was very fun, professional, and soothing. Thank you for the demonstration! I've wondered about dipped nails and may try them one day! I love how strong the nails look and how vibrant the colors are!

I use the dipping system with tips on myself and it is very strong. No acrylic. Love it

For many people who are new to dip, it is meant to go over natural nails (I always get a long af tip added) so it doesn't get super thick. It is like in place of acrylic.

You handled it like a boss. So much patience. I couldn't do it. Plus such colours would look ridiculous on me. This is a very fun system. It takes a lot of work, but it does look worth it.

Love the thumb colour and pointer finger too. I have to agree with you Suzie, I'm not keen on dipping system either, it definitely leaves the nails looking more bulky. Plus it's too fussy with all those steps. Thank you for showing us though. You did a wonderful job. 💅🏼

The reddish wine color is my favorite😍💕

She has a very nice voice...calming and clear easy to understand.

Hi Suzie! I LOVE your nail art and your nails and I know I am not the only one who has ever told you this but I am a Nail Biter and I hate it! But since watching your videos you have inspired me to stop biting and grow them out! They are growing quite fast and I am sooo proud of myself because I don't feel the need to bite them anymore! I feel like I am another Grant (By the way I love what you do with his nails too) Anyways I just wanted to tell you and say how much I LOVE YOU AND YOUR VIDEOS! Yours sincerely, Maisie Xxx

I noticed how Suzie said that they can get thicker when layered... she should do a Simply Nailogical-esque "powder mountain" lmaooo

She has such an professional set up and her voice is so soothing I don't really watch that type of videos but I'll definitely watch more of hers

Suzie is the Bob Ross of RU-vid. I don't even have nails and I hate having things on my nails but I love watching her videos.

So many layers your nails started to look like Bubble Nails! Perhaps it would look better on a thinner acrylic layer to compensate for the number of layers with the dipping system. Too long a process me thinks. But those colours are stunning! A lovely video as always Suzie!

OMG, your voice is wonderful ! So calmy, so gentle . I mean, I have ugly nail and I never ever put nail polish on it, but it's so much pleasure watching you !

who else watching this in 2020 under quarantine

What gorgeous colors!!! I've been doing the ASP dipping system (from Sally's) for about 6 months on my natural nails. Breaks are pretty rare, so I have been able to grow them out and also not bite them, so it's helped curb that nasty habit. I think dipping systems are great to add strength to natural nails. For me, because this creates bulk, I'm not sure it's ideal over an acrylic or gel nail. The final product here looks bulky, which is understandable since you're adding all these layers over the bulk already there from the acrylic nail. Over natural nails this would look a lot flatter, which personally I'd prefer. Or... over natural nails with a plastic tip, like on the Kiara Sky videos. I think gel or regular nail polish is better for a full acrylic or gel nail. Personal opinion. :-)

THANK YOU! The fact that you are an educator and teach nail care for a living you, I feel more confident doing this myself. Now I finally feel like I can do my own nails! Do get me wrong I like to get them done, but I feel like this will help me save money.

Suzie, I’m not sure if it’s the system you’re using or what, but you CAN use dip powder with artificial nail extensions. You do not need to already have an acrylic or gel base. Activator is NOT a sealant. The activator is what causes a chemical reaction with the base coat curing the dip. The top coat is the sealant. Immediately applying top coat after activator will cause your top coat to cure and harden in the bottle. Like I said, it may be this specific system you’re using that is different but EVERY other system I’ve used has the guidelines I’ve listed... 🤷🏻‍♀️

I do dipnails since 2012. It's big here in Quebec. You do not have the proper technique that's why you kinda have trouble doing this. You can put tips under, then shape and file the nails. Put the bond. First coat of base+clear powder. Base +color and repeat. Always encapsulate the color with clear. If you do not encapsulate you will sometimes see where you filed and buffed. Then put seal on and let dry. File like you would do with acrylic, i do mine with a handfile. After another layer of seal + wipe it with a nolint wipe. And you can finish with the top or a gel topcoat! Hope this can help people ♡

This was so calming to watch. Just got dip with tips today. I love it so much better than acrylics with gel polish!

I was curious....Do you redo your nails after every video so they match or do you keep the mismatched nails until the next video

I taught I was in a meditation ,😂🤣🤣😂I have never watch a video that so relaxing 🎋🎋🎋🎋🎋🌵🌵🎄🎄🎄🌱🍀☘️☘️🌳🌴🌴☘️🎋🍃🍃🌿🌿🌱🎄great job !

You give me the therapy that I need. Watching these videos relaxes me so well🖤

I like the wine coloured one the most.

Did nobody else get anxiety when they saw the Activator brush 😰😰

I can literally listen to you talk all day! Can’t wait to watch the rest of your videos. Learning so much. 😊

your nails are always so beautiful. 💓

Do you think you could do more dipping vids because I personally love dip and would like to know how to remove it properly at home and to make sure I go to a good salon

your VOICE and Videos are so therapeutic. such a soothing voice makes it so it to learn the technique

Thanks for doing Joya Mia dipping powders..... Those colors are sooooo damn gorgeous!!!! 😍😍😍😍😘

Hi there! My natural nails are very flat and thin with very small nail beds. I have found that using tips followed by clear dip powder and building an apex (not that easy and took me a while to work out how on my particular nails) with the clear is so good for me. I then paint them with regular or gel polish. It's a system that works really brilliantly for me as, even if I could do acrylic or gel, which I can't, I don't think there's a chance I could do my dominant hand! Anyway, just thought I'd let you know.

I don’t even do my nails but stumbled upon this and it’s so soothing! Love her voice and easy steps! Makes me want to try it!

This was so relaxing to watch. The sounds are asmr to me. And the footage of the whole process, the colors, and fanciful nails -- they're eye-candy for me. 💖✨👏😳 I look forward to seeing more. ((subscribed))

“When I talked to Ben...” *Simply Nailogical has left the chat*

These videos have to be the most educational and easiest to follow and understand... As a nail enthusiat who does this for fun it's so nice to watch videos I'm not paying a ridiculous amount for just so I can save money by not going to the salon... And at the same time, inspirational to get me to get my license

Hey Suzie beautiful work as always! Have u ever thought about doing a tutorial where u color acrylics by coloring ur monomer instead of the acrylic itself? I'd love to see u do something lo like that. Thanks, and take care😊

I love the colours, but at the end the nails looked too thick.

NEW SUBSCRIBER. This tutorial was very informative and interesting. Plus you have such a calm and relaxing manner. I love dip powder and get it regularly at my salon. I have purchased a ton of my own powders, but haven’t been brave enough to try doing my own dip manicures - yet! Maybe if I continue watching your videos, I’ll take the leap. Thank you for showing us your technique and for giving such great patient instructions. I really like you!

Love your channel. I was just curious does cameraman pick all the music and does he enjoy it bc the music is always great!!

Really wanted her to do the light blue 💎💎💎💎💎

I came upon your page bc broke my pinky acrylic nail in half - ouch! Your video has relaxed me with your teaching technique & music. I shared with my girl friends! Thank you for sharing!

Your hair looks beautiful! I have the same thickness and will TRY to POOF the front!

Wow I need to get my hands on these and test them out myself! 😍

I agree with so many other comments; your video is very calming and you make this look so easy,. The colors are gorgeous

You know you’re still early when you can read all the comments 😁

Could you do a video using these with monomer? Gorgeous set.... Love watching!!!

I def am going to try this dip powder system. I love the dip powder, which is what I’ve been doing to my nails for over a month, now. Just as hard as acrylic & NO smell. I love it! Save some money & do your own nails! My natural nails are brittle & they’re growing and look really great. I type every day at work, & I’m very happy with dipping.

You should try only going 3/4 of the way for the first dip of color so that it's not too thick near the cuticle

How, why and when did you get into nails? It must of been your calling. You do such an excellent job, inspiring I go to the shop and get mine done. You make me want to learn and do mine and my daughter's at home

I love watching you do nails cause now i have a million ideas of what i could do next to my nails

New here and instantly loved your videos. You are so calm and make nails interesting! Subscribed!

Beautifull ❣️💅 !!!! I'm 13 years old but i very interesing nails world im have hybrid polish nail and i very love this ❣️❣️

wow I love the way how she shows step by step, it is really detail. Joya Mia is a good product, I used this product In my shop. and This video will help for those of you who love to do dip nails with tips. Thank you so much for sharing:)

Lalalalalove my dip nails .... first time Ive ever had long nails ... love how it just slips off on removal (if you leave remover on long enough) been thinking about buying my own kit....this one appears a bit more than the Kiara brand .....my salon uses the elec file a lot to deal with the thickness.... great for travel! XO, Kelly