1. How to place the bead in the sidewall
- When picking up the bead, make sure it has a slight shine. This indicates the correct liquid-to-powder ratio: the bead should be pliable, smooth, and not dry.
- Do not drop the bead directly into the sidewall. Instead, place it slightly away from the sidewall, about 0.5mm.
- Then gently nudge the bead into the sidewall using the tip of your brush. Avoid sweeping harshly, as this can cause the acrylic to overflow onto the skin.
2. Technique for adjusting acrylic in the sidewall
- When pushing the acrylic into the sidewall, keep your brush lying flat against the nail surface. Do not hold the brush upright.
- Move the brush tip softly, as if stroking the acrylic, using very light pressure so the product flows naturally without building up layers.
3. Amount of acrylic in the sidewall
- Never pack too much acrylic into the sidewall. Overloading the sidewall can cause:
- difficulty shaping and filing later
- nails losing structural balance, making them more prone to breaking or lifting
- difficulty shaping and filing later
4. Check immediately after placement
- After applying the acrylic, tilt the nail to check the sidewalls.
- The sidewalls should be evenly thin, with the acrylic hugging the sides smoothly without flooding or bulging.
- If you see any bulkiness at the sidewalls, use the tip of your brush to gently pull the excess product out before it sets.
5. Mistakes to avoid
- Do not pick up beads that are too wet because the product will run into the sidewalls.
- Do not drop the bead at an angle or off-center because this will cause the acrylic to pool unevenly and throw off the nail’s balance.
Do not brush harshly from the center toward the sidewall because this will push too much product into the side and cause bulk.
