Dip Powder Black Color(1oz) for French Nail Manicure Nail Art, Non-Tocix & Odor-Free, without UV LED Lamp Cured, Long lasting, Cruelty-Free AZ-DP, black

I have been using Gelish bottles (with various powders) but had problems with them drying up and getting too thick after only a few uses, so I decided to try Azurebeauty. The instructions on order of use were a little different than I was used to with Gelish, but I followed them exactly the first time. The result was that the Top Coat took a long time to dry and was not very shiny. I ran into this problem once with Gelish when I forgot to apply Activator, so the second time I used Azurebeauty with the same powder, I applied Activator again after filing and buffing, let it dry 60 seconds, then applied Top Coat. This time it dried quickly and was very shiny. Be sure to add that extra Activator step!

Once you figure this out its pretty easy. I also orderd the clear powder in the same brand as I wanted to use gel polish. I also used nail tips.This liquid set has 1 set of instructions and the powder came with a different set.You have to use the activation in-between the powder layers. So you do base, powder, activatior...I didn't know this as the instructions weren't super clear on this part. So my when filing my first hand I had "gummy" like layers filing off. I figured it out pretty quick and just did a couple more dips on that hand using the activator in-between each powder layer, filing was just fine after that.It's helpful to have a nice set of files as well. I used a 150 and 180 grit to file and shape once I was done dipping. Then a 240 grit to smooth and buff before applying my soak-off gel polish.Here is how I did my set...Prep nails, pick my nail tips, glue tips to nails, file the "seam" of nail tip where it meets my natural nail to smooth it out. Apply layer of dip to just beyond where my natural nail and nail tip meet. Remember base, powder, activator! Then I applied a couple layers of dip, then I filed and re-applied dip if I felt I need to (my nails are flat so I like to build them up a bit to give them some shape). File and shape, buff and smooth. Apply gel polish, cuticle oil.I just put them on last night so I'm not sure how well they will last...I do tend to be prone to lifting so we will see!

So freaking happy with this product! It’s definitely comparable to Kiara Sky, which is another brand I use. The great thing about this dipping system is the brushes last a lot longer than several others I’ve used in the past. My brushes don’t get hard.Also, the shine is great ❤️🙌🏼🔺My only tip- when using the activator, be sure you use a fan of some sort, and allow them to dry for 5 minutes. Then wash your hands, (soap&water) to remove the residue. When using top coat, be sure to wipe your brush on a lint free paper towel after each initial application! It helps prevent the brush from getting crusty 😭🙌🏼. You’re welcome 😉!!! Hope this helps !!! Wish someone would have shared this with me YEARS AGO!!!!

I LOVE this liquid set! It's now my go-to for dip manicures (I've been doing them consistently for about 2 years now). I've tried two other brands, DipWell and NailBoo, but these are my favorites. You still need to make sure you follow the correct dip process (timing between steps is critical), but I used to have issues with the top coat with DipWell no matter what I did, and now I get perfect, shiny manicures every time (no fogginess or clumps). NailBoo worked well, but bottles/brushes felt cheaper than this brand. The brushes are high quality, the brush saver is a life saver, the bottles/brush top feel very solid in your hands. I like that the bottles are opaque to prevent sunlight affecting the liquid, but the only downside is you don't know how much is left in the bottle. My manicures typically last 1.5-2.5 weeks (this was the case no matter which liquid set I used), but I'm very hard on my nails (lots of outdoor activities including swimming and bike riding, rock climbing, and lots of dishes). I do my mom's nails and hers will last 3-5 weeks. A lot of people talk about dip-flu, but I haven't tried a brand that doesn't induce this...good air circulation (away from your face) is the only thing that helps (or an N95 mask). Overall, I would definitely recommend the Azure dip liquids (and get the 5 pcs with the brush saver)!

This powder was quick to arrive. It goes on easily, and I took pictures of one coat and the final second coat with topcoat. Easy consistent coverage. This is a great size for the price. Some powders cost more and give you alot less! Its a shame the photos dont do the sparkle more justice!It is obviously a deeper pink than what is pictured in the listing. However it is still a beautiful pink and will be a client favorite I'm sure! I know I am excited to get to using it.