A person attempts to give themselves acrylic nails at home, despite having no experience and being warned by others not to try it. They begin by watching YouTube tutorials and purchasing a DIY acrylic nail kit, but quickly realize that the process is much more difficult than it looks. They struggle with applying the acrylic, shaping the nail, and dealing with the painful and uncomfortable sensation of having the nails on. Despite their best efforts, the nails turn out uneven, thick, and poorly shaped, and they ultimately decide to seek the help of a professional nail technician to get them removed. Throughout the process, the person documents their experience and shares their frustrations, warnings, and humorous commentary.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The author attempted to do their own acrylic nail application at home.
2. They watched nail tutorials on YouTube for inspiration and guidance.
3. The author purchased a beauty supply kit that included nail forms, acrylic powder, and liquid.
4. They chose to use nail forms instead of tips for some of their nails.
5. The author had difficulty applying the acrylic nails and encountered several issues, including a bad smell from the liquid, trouble shaping the nails, and a poor finish.
6. They experienced pain and discomfort during the application process.
7. The author used a priming liquid and let it dry before applying the acrylic.
8. They applied the acrylic in a ball shape and then molded it to the nail.
9. The author used a nail file to shape and smooth out the nails.
10. They applied a top coat to finish the nails.
11. The author experienced difficulties with the nail forms, including trouble getting them to stick and a thick, uneven finish.
12. They switched to using tips for some of the nails, which they found easier to apply.
13. The author soaked some of the nails in acetone to try to remove them, but was unsuccessful.
14. They drew blood while filing the nails.
15. The author was unhappy with the final result and considered it a failure.
Note: I've excluded opinions and subjective statements from the facts, focusing on the objective events and actions described in the text.