Testing Sandwich Dual Forms for the First Time | Honest Mistakes & What I Learned (Part 1)

Testing sandwich dual forms for the very first time using a frosty snowflake design - and I'm filming every mistake honestly so you can learn from them!

In this video, I show my genuine first attempt with sandwich dual forms including what went wrong, why it happened, and what I learned for next time. This technique looks simple online, but in reality it can go wrong incredibly quickly.

🔴 MISTAKES I MADE:
• Putting gems inside the dual form (not enough space for product)
• Flash curing incorrectly (should cure fully pressed down)
• Using bottom part of form on hooked nails (wrong approach)
• Creating gaps and holes on sidewalls (structural issues)
• Not pressing down properly before curing

💡 WHAT I LEARNED:
✓ Sandwich forms work differently than regular dual forms
✓ Do not flash cure - press and cure fully
✓ Check natural nail shape before choosing form parts
✓ Avoid thick decorations inside the form
✓ Product needs to reach sidewalls and stress points

Part 2 coming soon with all corrections applied!

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction - First time testing sandwich dual forms
0:30 Nail prep and flexible base coat
2:15 Guinea pig nail - First attempt
4:45 Mistake #1: Gems in dual form problem
7:20 Making snowflakes from buildup gel
9:10 Better result nail - What worked
10:35 Mistake #2: Hooked nail and form fitting
12:50 Filing and refining with e-file
15:20 Final thoughts and lessons learned

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⚠️ IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE:
Be careful mixing gel polish into polygel - too much will change the chemistry and it may not cure properly, which can lead to allergies.

📍 ABOUT ME:
I am Radina Ignatova, professional nail expert and educator with over 12 years of experience. I founded Artistic Touch Nail Training Academy, where I teach professional nail techniques through online courses.

I believe in honest education - showing real mistakes and real solutions, not just perfect results. This is how we truly learn.

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💬 QUESTIONS?
Comment below! I read and respond to every comment. What's your experience with sandwich dual forms? Have you made similar mistakes?

Watch Part 2 where I correct all these mistakes

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