Acrylic Nail Apex

The apex should be the highest part of an enhancement located at the weakest point and it is created to give the nail balance and strength.

Acrylic nail apex. Taking it back to the basics for all my beginner techs. Picture 1 If you apply slight pressure on the free edge a faded area will appear midway down the nail and that is where the apex should go for maximum strength. Learn how to create the proper nail thickness where to place the apex acrylic application.

Acrylic nail apex placement. How to encapsulate with a clear layer. Acrylic Videos by Young Nails Australia.

After you have the nail tips on the apex is the spot right where the tip meets your nail. It may be created using acrylic or gel and is best viewed from the side. Pull the bulk of the bead toward you down the center of the nail to extend the smile line and build the apex.

Its All About You. Allow to harden then take a 180 grit file and file to perfect the smile line. The position of the apex varies in different shapes and lengths.

I have very good prep and can find no problems with my application. Manicure with nail polish 25. So I was asked to do a Apex placement Im using birthday suit all from CJPThe link to their website is.

Using a sheer white builder gel sculpt the extension and cure. It should be visible from every angle but is most noticeable from the side view. Prep the nail for traditional gel application.