Do's and Don'ts of Apex Structure

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Whether you’re sculpting or using tips, it’s critical that you begin building your apex structure at the cuticle area. Today Greg shows you how to build a perfectly balanced acrylic nail that will require a minimal amount of file finishing.
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@jackiestinnett380 2 года назад

I always feel like I owe YN's some money after I watch their videos. I can't believe they post all of this education for Free! Lol. They are extremely helpful and I am so grateful that they do this. Thank you!

@melanielangham7033 4 года назад

Thanks! We beginners watch 100s of videos and watch everyone started in the middle. I appreciate this more than I can let you know.

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Glad to help!

@mariaarias1703 3 года назад

Dame here i learn something new cuz i always started in the middle I'ma do it like this now

@ajsajs5560 2 года назад

That helped me so much....I was taught to start at free edge🥺wasted hundreds of dollars from another company & I got frustrated & nearly gave up...BUT since seeing your videos I can see where I was going wrong & why it was taking too long to do a full set of 💅...WOOOOHOOOO, I AM NOW A 'YN' DEVOTEE, have subscribed, joined & can't wait for my new YOUNG NAIL products to arrive next week🎉🥳💅👏🎁🎉💅THANKS GREG👍😊🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

@latinaw8287 4 года назад

What's so sad is that I was taught in nail school to build my nails from the tip to the cuticle area using the 3 ball method and I have always struggled wit nails too thick...this is why! Thanks for educating us on the proper way to do 3 balls!!!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Not sad, all schools teach that way. Many companies have their own techniques (similar to hair) so finding what works for you after school is where you learn to perfect your craft

@chanagotchupressd5303 4 года назад

Same here

@oriannaabramson-jackson1296 4 года назад

Same here 🙋🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️

@clandestinechaos9009 3 года назад

OMG I was explaining this to my mummy.

@mirsepulveda1 3 года назад

Saaaaaame! 3 bead method is how my school teaches and it sucks. I can’t seem to do a moderate sized nail. It’s always too thick. This video is soooo good.

@kimberlyandre7899 3 года назад

I don’t mind spending money with this company because you all really care and put time into explaining these steps in detail. I will always support this company.

@itsmfnkai 3 года назад

That’s crazy how perfect the nail ended up being. You didn’t even file or anything and it was absolutely perfect.

@roseygold2216 4 года назад

He does it flawlessly, it makes me feel like I can do it.🥰

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

You can!

@felly732 Год назад

Mee too explained perfect 💓

@cherishdelorme4383 4 года назад

This is exactly what I do and I didn't realize that was alot of my problems! I love that these videos come up everyday with the issues I'm currently having xx

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

You're so welcome!

@yoojseoable 4 года назад

I would love to see a video like this for gel but with a more medium or active length. 😁

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

More videos coming daily

@missbindiboop 4 года назад

Yes! Please show with Gel!

@els5868 4 года назад

Yes gel please....most of your videos are with acrylic 😩

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

More videos coming daily. Over 1000 videos on the channel demonstrating both acrylic and gel

@natoyawilson8449 4 года назад

@empogirl 4 года назад

I can listen and watch all day of my life ! Greg is just the best mentor guru teacher ever!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thanks for watching

@brendam420 4 года назад

You’re the best teacher hands down !

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thank you ❤️❤️

@lisadigings1410 3 года назад

BINGO! I did my best nail EVER after watching this video. It’s absolutely correct and now I know why my nails were always chunky, thick and mis-shaped. Like the other people say, thousands of videos from reputable professionals say we should begin at the nail edge. It’s taken eighteen months struggling and almost giving up trying to teach myself, as everywhere was shut during lockdown. YOU ARE A GENIUS, LEGEND AND STAR 🤩 Thank you Thank you Thank you xxxxx I will not watch anyone else for training now. Wish I lived in the USA to attend your school 🥰

@chickadee8180 Год назад

Omg you're a wizard. That was *chef's kiss*

@sarahbatchelder8850 4 года назад

Nobody can compete with young nails education they be bringing top notch tips lol

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thanks

@grayalafam4839 4 года назад

Why are they both so fine? Lol I could watch these guys all day. Great teachers. ❤️

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thanks

@grayalafam4839 4 года назад

YoungNailsInc 😘

@therealghostgirl 4 года назад

The Beginners putting on forms successfully comment was awesome. No one but a nail tech that uses forms understands how true that statement is!

@karenwalker4476 4 года назад

BEST TECHNIQUES ALWAYS! This is why Young Nails have been successful for so long and continue to be! Greg is the OG Nail Master!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

❤️💖 Thank you!

@Iama1asupernova 4 года назад

You are always teaching greatness!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

I appreciate that!

@kirbytimblin8023 2 года назад

I qualified 8 weeks ago in acrylic application and I was taught to start from the tip and work back, I've found my nails to turn out so thick and I had alot of filing to do to make them look better. I am going to try working from the cuticle down and see how I go. I love these videos

@leia3595 4 года назад

THANK YOU!! omg i just did the best structured nail i’ve ever done!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

You're welcome!!

@LinaLina-wn4dp 3 года назад

Got it! Work from cuticle to free edge! Thanks again Greg!

@illcelebrateyoursuccess8907 4 года назад

Its gonna be nail shops upset with this guy. Protect him at all cost!😊

@ssc4153 4 года назад

Greg..you are such a good teacher! I have learned so many valuable tips from you and the team at YN! If I was down in Cali I would probably wind up taking classes from you but since I live elsewhere, I'll have to make due with the RU-vid videos....which you guys have put out so many of them with fabulous content......Thank You!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thank you! Also zoom classes now available, contact ray@youngnails.com for details

@thearmchairjournalist566 3 года назад

Gotta say I’m addicted to your channel 😍 Starting my training next year, so getting in early with all the master tips! 49 yrs old and starting my new avenue of life, been a polish freak for years, gonna take it pro! 💅🎉💜👌🤩

@Leopardv8448 Год назад

A work of Art you explained it so well.

@hastipatel2260 4 года назад

My apex back in the days when i started doing nails was so not acceptable and it looked so flat because mostly here in india people or i can say my clients dont prefer that curve to the nails cause naturally in india our nails dont have that strong arch so they would feel that the nail looked bulky because of the apex so i did it flat many a times but no complaints they wanted it and enjoyed it slowly i made them understand that apex provides support to the nails and it is necessary to have an apex now i have nailed the apex like a pro but it was difficult to get the hang of it to be honest😅but practice and practices makes the skills better😊

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Awesome

@sympathy5359 3 года назад

I love when he talks because he makes me feel like I’m getting scolded and I always do what he says when I do my nails 😂😂

@siouxhazeldon2545 4 года назад

Thank you Greg & Habib for taking the time to show us all your wealth of experience. You do such lovely tutorials & explain them so well to us. I love watching your post's thanks again for all your help 😊💖💅🏻😘☕☕☕🍰🥧

@Raiseyourvibration-nj3xd 2 месяца назад

This guy has taught me so MUCH!! And the crazy thing is he keeps me engaged! LoL usually my ADHD will make me have to watch a video several times! Not with him!!! You rock!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@youngnailsinc 2 месяца назад

Thank you for watching, happy to help! We’re glad you took the time to watch this video on apex structure.

@natashahooks2974 3 года назад

This just changed my whole life I'm a licensed cosmetologist and I do my own nails but was never confident enough to offer that service because I wanted to be consistent with my services. This just showed me what I've done wrong. Not just the apex but just watching your whole technique!!! Mind blowing!!!🤯

@viciousclaws2489 3 года назад

I love learning from the best !!

@jennyjean1978 3 месяца назад

These videos are so incredibly helpful! Thank you!!

@youngnailsinc 3 месяца назад

Yay! Happy to hear that!

@FacesByChenelle 4 года назад

I can’t wait to attend your class in aug. I’m so excited

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Going to be great

@Itslivinsky 4 года назад

This was so informative. I wish you all had schools nationwide because I can guarantee my nail school taught me the latter. Thank you

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

We have over 1000 educational videos right here on youtube! Like going to school in your living room!

@nailedbykayy 4 года назад

This video is definitely going to be a game changer for me! I've always started from the middle and worked backwards and I ALWAYS have so much filing to do.. I can't wait to try this! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us💗

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@cynthiagildersleeve2449 2 года назад

I've been a nail tech for over 30 years, I was taught to do nails like you teach them, several years later after my daughter became an adult she wanted to go to school so I sent her where I went ,the instructor didn't know how to really do nails so I taught her and everything I was teaching her they said was wrong that's why I ran a successful nail salon for 35 years just want to thank you so much for teaching the way you do it served me well hope it helps the new comers also!!

@rebeccachambers1429 Год назад

Thank you for showing us, I'm currently doing nail technology at college and this has really helped me with my acrylics

@courtneylane2699 Год назад

This just taught me so much! Thank you

@Bevspiration 2 года назад

This was AMAZING.....omg. I just got sooooooo excited watching this. It makes All the sense! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@ahsat1020 3 года назад

Thank u so much Greg for explaining this❤❤

@hann23x 2 года назад

Love this video. I've learnt so much by watching these amazing short, knowledgeable videos! Thank you

@Danyelle444 3 года назад

Greg!!! I wish I could send you a picture!! All I can say is THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO ESPECIALLY.... AND ALL YOUR OTHER ONES AS WELL!!! This method is gonna change my application for the BETTER!! And my CAREER in this game ☺️👌🏾 THANKS AGAIN 🙏🏽 Peace and continued blessings

@slbeshara 4 года назад

I am so grateful for your videos. I love doing nails, but I am not interested in going into business. These videos have helped me learn how to do my own nails safely and properly. Thank you so much for sharing so much quality education.

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

You are so welcome!

@joergliebing5145 2 года назад

Definitely starting to apply this method, love it

@nehemiahstewart1834 2 года назад

Wow looks like it takes so much practice / patience to master and achieve this technique !

@staceymorrison1974 Год назад

Now I see where I went wrong with my first set. Got the free edge nicely shaped, absolutely slayed the cuticle on my first attempt by pointing the finger down. All great. Went to add my apex bead and ended up with a mound that took me about a decade to file 😒 Why? Because I didn't blend it backwards into that second bead first 🤦‍♀️ Thank you so much for this. You have saved future me from a ton of filing!

@cherishdelorme4383 4 года назад

Would LOVE to see a video of this application but on a short sculpted nail as alot of my clients prefer short nails 😊

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

More videos coming daily

@jenwyatt3912 4 года назад

Same! Thanks😁

@melinaridley9495 4 года назад

Cherish Delorme true. My arches on longer nails are good but short ones...sometimes I find them chunky looking.

@dw2413 4 года назад

This is why Greg is our Nail Godfather! Thank you for your wisdom and teachings! 🙏🏽💖🥰

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

You are so welcome

@CarmsNails 4 года назад

That’s crazy cause I’m school we’re taught to start at the tip, that’s how state board wants it done also during the practical test.

@tycolab9143 4 года назад

I'm in the same position.

@savedbyJESUS777 4 года назад

Agree they teaching you to start at the tip when starting or building the Apex from the tip?! I was confused at first, I was like wait, he's not meaning building from the start?! But I paused it, then I read their description box and it says WHEN BUILDING THE APEX, START AT THE CUTICLE. So that's why I'm asking if you mean they want you to start building the nail trim the tip (which is correct) or building the Apex from the tip?!

@Aplusnails 4 года назад

He is starting at the tip to build the flat extension first then he goes on to the cuticle area he’s saying don’t work from the tip and go back but once you have the tip sculpted you should start at the cuticle and work your way down

@Aplusnails 4 года назад

So pretty much if your not using tips you need to place your first bead on the free edge then once you’ve sculpted your tip you place the second bead at the cuticle and work your way down ☺️

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Most schools teach that way, these are our techniques, a lot of brands have their own techniques. Not saying this is what you should be doing at state board however this is what we believe to be best techniques for in salon.

@lisadigings1410 3 года назад

Oh…..and the best bit…….almost zero filing! And that was my first attempt! And it was midnight! I couldn’t rest until I gave this a whirl. Used way less product too …..as soon as I use up all my stock, I’ll be switching to your YN supplies as they must be as good as YOU xxx

@leilaonline2787 2 года назад

OMG!!!! I was told 3 pearls. Middle FIRST, Drag forward ADD ADD ADD. This makes so much more sense. But the real thing is getting that PEARL right. It just comes off your brush and nearly sets itself. And I think this method means less filing near the cuticle. I am so glad I found this channel. THANK YOU!

@sheilan6959 4 года назад

Just wow. Please do a demo for sculpted Polygel

@jayt4881 3 года назад

I’ve been doing the three bead method but this? I NEEDED THIS. I automatically subscribed and I will use this method immediately

@biankaszep3566 4 года назад

Already pay some online course but the true thinks I learn more from your videos. Thank you very much👍👍👍

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Great to hear!

@beautypreneur_ 4 года назад

Im dancing everytime I hear that music 😂.This was very well explained!I'm currently in nail school and going to see if my teacher can allow us to do your class while in class!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Awesome

@irma.toussaint0 3 года назад

I am not a beginner but I have seen and been shown different points to start so I was not wrong for starting at the cuticle thank you

@donnazdunski1073 4 года назад

You are such a good teacher !!!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thank you!!

@kereenmars 4 года назад

Game changer!!!! Thank you so much for this!

@aprilgab7651 2 года назад

You explain Very well. Makes perfect sense to me to start from the cuticle first 👌💡

@carriestranger3635 2 года назад

Yep, that was my problem in class today! Maybe now I can fix it!!

@paola1119 2 года назад

his first example is exactly what I do as a beginner. Very grateful for this tutorial ♥️♥️

@jacquelinecaldwell6879 4 года назад

I love the way this coaster came out. What a lovely gift!!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thank you!!

@doloresjohnson4225 2 года назад

Thank you for this tip! I needed to hear this! Newbie here!

@senaitwashington8534 3 года назад

Watching your videos makes me feel like I can get up and do it as your talking . You make things look so easy !!!

@korynthomas9117 3 года назад

OMFG !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is my exact problem !! I asked you once how long it should take to do a full set and you responded immediately. I am literally in tears cause this is exactly what I needed and I am using your products !!

@taylarogers313 4 года назад

Omg! That first nail was the story of my life!! You just keep dropping gems! You totally rock!! I just got my core kit delivered today and can't wait use it! Thanks for these very informative videos

@graceallovermae Год назад

So true and grateful for this video. I was trying to understand why mine are thick and I have to file, which is time consuming and difficult as a beginner

@blingangel7239 4 года назад

Perfection! YN knows how to roll! 🌸💕🌸💕💕💕🌸💕💕💕🌸💕💕🌸💕💕💕🌸💕💕💕🌸💕

@caseys.manning8758 4 года назад

Great video! Thank you for all the helpful tips & techniques! Would love to see an apex structure tutorial using gel. A video on Building an apex using gels with different viscosities would be super helpful!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

For sure, more videos coming daily!

@katinacombs9678 4 года назад

OMG, I wish I would have saw this video before I sculpted my nails! As a new nail tech I couldn’t figure out why my nails overall are so bulky, I be filing down bulk for a while ! I want to take off my nails and start again with this method! This was nail life changing! I’m going to review this video several times with my practice hand until I get it right. Thank y so much...❣️

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Glad I could help!

@bewitching2u475 4 года назад

Some very good advice. Thanks.

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@3isaiah61 Год назад

YOU GUYS ARE SOOO AMAZING!! TYSM :)

@Baddienailz Год назад

I have watched COUNTLESS acrylic nail building videos all year long. I bought my first acrylics last December! I literally did my FIRST nail the other day… it was like I was watching myself when he did it the beginner way 😂 I digress, this is the most concise, AMAZINGLY explained video and I feel like if I had seen this video ALONE at the beginning of my acrylic journey, I would’ve started MUCH sooner 😅 I am sooooo thankful for you both and this channel!

@idaliaberlanga9044 3 года назад

Love it very helpful. Thank you 😊

@littlefroe3316 3 года назад

Y’all are amazing…dang. It looks awesome

@candacechampion497 3 года назад

YOUR AMAZING! Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

@brandyquintana5649 4 года назад

Greg is such a great mentor.. 💙

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

thanks

@QutieNails 4 года назад

I absolutely adore Greg... he is very clear and concise when explaining things and kudos to the camera person for getting such great angles so we can see clearly what Greg is explaining. You guys rock.

@gemmalouise4473 Год назад

Your videos are so so helpful, when i was taught many years ago we were taught the 3 ball method and to start in the middle. these look so natural with the apex. I have really been enjoying your nail tutorials and all your content. Keep up the great work guys!! Loving my cover pink powder and all young nails products i have used by the way very happy i made the swap!! Thanks from Australia!!

@ariannaplayshouse Год назад

Interesting I taught myself and have been applying from the cuticle to tip. This was something I learned through experimenting and I wasn’t sure if it was correct but I get compliments all the time that my nails are well shaped and asked how I achieve it. My nails have a strong natural arch and i feather them around the cuticle versus many I see bubble up mine look natural around the edge. I’ve noticed that my nails are less apt to break and be damaged. This was an issue I had early on. One day I had an epiphany to not use any nail extensions because they can cause too much buildup not to forget they can easily chip/break. Now I can tell them it’s all about application and refer them here. TY, Subscribed!

@handycrafted816 4 года назад

This is the video I've been missing! Thank you YN!

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

You're so welcome!

@mgi6659 4 года назад

Young Nails is FANTABULOUS! Thank you for your tutorials. If there was no corona I would love to meet the crew and take classes.

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Thank you so much! ❤️💖

@Haley78963 2 года назад

u literally just helped me so much. i was wondering what i was doing wrong that my nails were so thick, and hard to flush at the cuticle. thank u!!

@sophhay7300 2 года назад

This video was so helpful! I was doing the same thing. And now it makes sense to me !this is fantastic thankyou

@illestnina5017 3 года назад

Woooooooow I really appreciate this video , my nail tuition was 10,00$ and I’m learning more on RU-vid than I did in class smh this video helped a lot ! My new method !

@mariaarias1703 3 года назад

Thank you so much this gonna help me so much i always start in the middle thanks 😊

@what-it-doboyce4953 4 года назад

Wow you have solve my issue these videos are very very very helpful I thank you so much for helping all of us Young Nails is amazing thank you guys

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Happy to help! ❤️💖

@ThatReallyWeirdArtist 4 года назад

Offically learned that i was watching the wrong videos before today. For the second time today, THANK YOU YN! lol this is much simpler than the 3 pearl technique i was using and i haven't even utilized it yet! 💜

@imrah8466 4 года назад

The second one looks perfect lmfao. Rocket science made easy. This was very informative. New subbie☺

@velma227 3 года назад

This channel is the most informative and clear guide for beginners I have found. I have learned so much and I've only watched 2 videos! Lol. Thank you! I barely started to do nails and my nails are bulky. This showed me what I was doing wrong. Great videos!

@simmybee3661 4 года назад

Ive been struggling with sculpting so much and after watching this i tried it and omg so much easier and quicker too! Thank u so much for this video

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

You're so welcome!

@luisalmazo2146 3 года назад

Ok first ofall i love these videos! It would be great if you guys made a video on how to put tips or forms on crooked fingers !

@wendyshoudel1750 4 года назад

Another awesome session 😎

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@be_careful_what_you_say 3 года назад

Gorgeous nail!

@MsLolaTaylor 4 года назад

This video, technique & explanation was FLAWLESS. Thank you🙏🏾

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ritajenyomos4854 Год назад

Wow just wow, thanks so much, very helpful

@karinapalumbo359 11 месяцев назад

This was so so informative thank you🌼🌸

@irma.toussaint0 3 года назад

Thanks very much for these points not a beginner but for some reason I do and have struggled with my apex I guess it's about consistency of application and product hmm okay got it practice makes perfect thanks again

@lilyhu5438 2 года назад

Thank you so much your such a great teacher

@tanyameerkotter6893 4 года назад

This video is great! after watching I tried it and my apex was 100%. Now comes the practice. Thank you guy's.🙌🙌🙌👍

@youngnailsinc 4 года назад

Great to hear!

@Madewithlovebysky 3 года назад

So helpful I’m definitely going to try his technique on my next muse. I’m so glad to have watched this. My school taught some taught different.

@leianehiltz2486 3 года назад

Really enjoyed this. Since I started learning I've really wanted to see a video about judging nail shape based on person's finger size and shape. Using myself as a prime example- long slender fingers with slight bend in index fingers. I admit, I'm a lockdown beginner but I find it fascinating that I seem to create the illusion of straighter fingers using gel nail extensions, but I never see any videos that talk about improving the look of a person's hand/fingers, being creative with extensions. Would love a professional take on this

@youngnailsinc Год назад

There really are a lot of "illusions" you can create with artificial nails! For example, if the finger or nail bed curves to the side, you can position the form so it is straight in line with the base knuckle, not the nail. On the form, it will look like the nail is being sculpted crooked, but once finished, the nail will look straight with all of the other fingers. You can also create the illusion of a more narrow nail when working on a wider nail by pressing in the c-curve of the free edge. In addition, longer/almond/stiletto nails make fingers look longer whereas square nails can make fingers look shorter.