Want to create stunning dimensional encapsulated nails on short or active-length nails without making them bulky?
In this step-by-step tutorial, Melissa walks you through her professional technique for building thin, beautifully layered encapsulated nails from start to finish. Learn how to prep for maximum adhesion, create a thin extension, layer foils, glitters, and mylar for incredible depth, then encapsulate and finish the nail while keeping it natural-looking and lightweight.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced nail tech looking to refine your encapsulation technique, these tips will help you achieve cleaner, thinner, and more dimensional results every time.
⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:15 Nail Prep & Extension
05:08 Base Layer
07:09 Background Color
09:10 Foil Placement
12:10 Glitter & Mylar Layers
15:13 Creating Dimension
17:54 Final Encapsulation
19:11 Filing & Refining
21:13 Top Coat & Finishing Touches
22:08 Final Reveal
💅 PRODUCTS USED
• Protein Bond
• Swipe
• Clear Sculptor Gel
• Synergy Base Gel
• Sculpting Forms
• Hold My Baby Gel Polish
• Gold & Rose Gold Foils
• Crushed Pearl Glitter
• Wedding Rumors Glitter
• Numero Glitter
• Mylar Flakes
• Fizz Art Gel
• Build Pink Gel
• Ultimate Finish Gel
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