How To Use A Coffee Filter To Lengthen Dip Nails

Difficulty

Easy

Time required

15 Minutes

Salon price

$40 / Mani

DipWell price

$0.01 > Faux Tip, $3 / Mani

Instantly longer nails! It's a miracle! DIY artificial nail tips are easier than you might think. The solution for longer nails is right in your kitchen. We'll walk you through how to add nail tips with a coffee filter and dip powder. That's right - create your own acrylic dip powder tips with just a coffee filter or tea bag and Base & Finish powder.

PRO TIP: Make sure you thoroughly prep nails to ensure adhesion & long-lasting wear! Push back cuticles, create a rough texture on the nail plate by filing, and sanitize thoroughly.

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A coffee filter! This multi-use, accessible product can be easily found in your pantry.

Not a coffee drinker? A fresh tea bag can be cut down and used in the same manner.

Step 1

Prepare an artificial nail tip with a coffee filter. Use a pen to mark for sizing.

Step 2

Cut to your preferred nail shape, matching the width of your nail.

Step 3

Prep the nail as usual.

Step 4

Apply Step 1 Bond.

Step 5

Apply a small amount of Step 2 Base to the tip (about ⅓ of the way) of the nail.
Quickly secure the coffee filter in place with a tweezer.

Step 6

Hold and allow a few seconds for the coffee filter to adhere.

Step 7

Cut to your desired length.

Step 8

Apply Step 2 Base over the entire nail and quickly dip into Base & Finish Powder.

Step 9

Wait a few seconds for the blend of dip liquid and powder to saturate, then use a fluffy brush to remove excess powder.
Repeat for more durability. This will help strengthen the nail tip and prevent potential breakage.

Step 10

Apply Step 3 Activator and allow nails to harden.

Step 11

File nails to your desired shape.

Step 12

Apply color powder as normal to achieve your desired look. Here we are using CL-40.

Finish!

Broken nails are now a worry of the past. With this super simple (and cheap!) method, you can save your mani whenever disaster strikes.

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