Are you thinking of trying out hard gel, but have no idea where to start?

Hands up if this sound familiar!

"I’m nervous about gel allergies—whether for myself or my clients. I’d love to find safer products and techniques that let me work with confidence, without worrying about reactions."


"I’ve given hard gel a shot, but no matter what I do, it chips, lifts, or just doesn’t seem to last. I know something’s missing, and I want to get it right so my work looks as good as I know it can."


"I keep seeing others offer hard gel manicures and wonder if I’m missing out. I know a lot of my clients would benefit from hard gel, but I’m just not sure where to start."

Did you know...?

...using only soak-off gel on all nail types can risk your clients' nail health?

Soft gels aren’t designed for thick applications, as they can’t fully cure in larger amounts. For nail repairs, shape corrections, longer nails and heavy handed clients, hard gel is a must

...hard gel has been around long before soft gels entered the scene?

Many nail techs are returning to this tried-and-tested option because of its safety and reliability

...mastering hard gel requires a different application technique?

This course will help you learn everything about hard gel application, with no gatekeeping—just practical techniques performed on real clients, not models with perfect nail plates. My first ever nail course 19 years ago was on hard gel, and to this day it's my top choice for client safety and lasting results.

Student wins

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Not even 24 hours after finishing the course & it already helped me grow my business!

Cortney Kazmierski

I can’t gush enough about this course! I just finished the course last night and it already helped me tremendously today with my new client. She has hooked nails and because of the course I was confidently able to correct her shape and it looked a...

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I can’t gush enough about this course! I just finished the course last night and it already helped me tremendously today with my new client. She has hooked nails and because of the course I was confidently able to correct her shape and it looked absolutely beautiful! During her service she actually indicated how she has no problem, not coming back to a Nail Tech when she doesn’t like her nails but as soon as we were done, she was ecstatic and booked out every two weeks with me. She also immediately recommended me to her sister, and then later on in the day contact me again to book her daughter in! I just gained three new clients from the techniques I’ve learned from this course. It doesn’t get any better than that!

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Best investment in years!

Zoe Middleton

This course was such a great investment. I tried working with hard gel, but it just wouldn't last on my clients. No wonder, turns out I was making almost every single mistake in the book! I've started applying the new techniques and what a differe...

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This course was such a great investment. I tried working with hard gel, but it just wouldn't last on my clients. No wonder, turns out I was making almost every single mistake in the book! I've started applying the new techniques and what a difference. But not just the application, my clients are commenting on my cuticle work and shaping too. I'm so pleased with results, honestly feel like I've a reached a milestone since taking the course. And I think I finally feel confident to raise my prices, as my work is worth it. Thank you so much Diana! This course has truly been a game changer for me. Definitely recommended!

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AMAZING!

Whitney Venard

Diana was meant to be a teacher! I have spent thousands of dollars on my nail education over seven years, but truly never learned anything as useful as I have with Diana! I want to shout it from the roof tops!!! I have taken her lifting and hard g...

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Diana was meant to be a teacher! I have spent thousands of dollars on my nail education over seven years, but truly never learned anything as useful as I have with Diana! I want to shout it from the roof tops!!! I have taken her lifting and hard gel courses, and bought the nail health course before I was even done with the others! Diana, you are a God send! You just saved my career! Honestly! I cannot thank you enough!!

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Amazing

Jodie Rietze

I’ve been doing nails for 24 years and I can’t believe how much I learnt from this. Even just the speed of using the drill and I knew I had improvement I needed to do, but I didn’t know how to change the look of certain nails this course taught me...

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I’ve been doing nails for 24 years and I can’t believe how much I learnt from this. Even just the speed of using the drill and I knew I had improvement I needed to do, but I didn’t know how to change the look of certain nails this course taught me so much more than I thought I could learn. You taught it so well and very understanding thank you thank you thank you.

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Great course!

Apple User

This course was very thorough, and I absolutely loved that there were so many detailed demonstrations on REAL hands! I found answers to some of my own areas that need improvement in my practice, and also some validation in what I was already doing...

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This course was very thorough, and I absolutely loved that there were so many detailed demonstrations on REAL hands! I found answers to some of my own areas that need improvement in my practice, and also some validation in what I was already doing. I’m excited to try out the hidden apex technique on my hard gel clients going forward. Thank you Diana for this beautiful class!

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Another fantastic course by Diana

Rosie Spencer

This is the third course I have purchased by Diana and I am always blown away by the amount of information and detail in all her courses. I have been struggling with hard gel for the last few months but after watching this course it was like a lig...

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This is the third course I have purchased by Diana and I am always blown away by the amount of information and detail in all her courses. I have been struggling with hard gel for the last few months but after watching this course it was like a lightbulb went on! Can’t wait to start practicing the techniques on my clients. If you are having issues with hard gel and on the fence about purchasing this course just go for it you will not regret it!

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Amazing - love her teaching style

Holly Thibaudeau

I have taken a few online mail courses from big companies such as kokoist, and Diana’s teaching style is by far superior!! I love this course, feel like I learned a lot, and enjoyed that it wasn’t connected to a brand or certain products but a pro...

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I have taken a few online mail courses from big companies such as kokoist, and Diana’s teaching style is by far superior!! I love this course, feel like I learned a lot, and enjoyed that it wasn’t connected to a brand or certain products but a professional who detailed her tried and true techniques and products! I would recommend this to anyone looking to learn more about hard gel and am excited to see how my work progresses while implementing my new knowledge!

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What You’ll Learn in This Course

Thin, Durable Application Techniques:  Apply hard gel in ultra-thin layers that feel light yet strong, creating a natural look that your clients will love

Seamless Growth: Learn the secrets of creating a gel application that grows out smoothly, without lifting, so clients enjoy a long-lasting manicure

Top quality Cuticle Work: Learn to work with any type of cuticle and perfect the art of Russian-style cuticle work, achieving a clean, polished look without redness, cuts, or irritation. 

Lifting-Free Prep and Finish:  Expert nail prep techniques that keep gel firmly in place and prevent chipping

Nail sculpting for repairs: Gain confidence in sculpting hard gel extensions using forms in various shapes, so you can easily correct breakages

Invest in yourself

Continuous learning is a must in the constantly evolving nail industry. To stay ahead, and not get left behind, we need to grow with it. If you want to confidently raise your prices, you must add real value to your services and stand out from the competition. The more you invest in your skills, the more your work speaks for itself.

Check what's inside the course

    1. Welcome to the course

    1. Gel classification

    2. Base coat - test and application

    3. Choosing a brush

    4. Prep: Theory

    5. Prep: Practice

    6. Hard Gel Lifting Prevention

    7. Apex placement

    8. Gel application

    9. Filing the c-curve

    10. List of tools and materials

    1. THEORY: E-file gel removal

    2. PRACTICE: E-file gel removal

    3. THEORY: Cuticle work

    4. Cuticle work: Normal cuticles

    5. Cuticle work: Thick, attached to the nail cuticles

    6. Cuticle work: Sensitive cuticles

    7. Cuticle work: Moist cuticles (Hyperhydrosis)

    8. Full prep and cuticle work

    1. Theory

    2. Square nail shaping (short and long)

    3. Almond nail shaping

    1. Gel overlay: Square nails

    2. Gel overlay: Short square nails. Armouring technique

    3. Gel overlay: Short oval nails

    4. Gel infills: almond nails/ full hand

    5. Gel Infills with colour application

    1. Fixing a side crack

    2. Sidewall correction: oval nails

    3. Correcting oval hooked nails

    4. Shape correction: almond nails

    5. Correcting almond hooked nails

    6. Working with nail trauma

  • £217.00
  • 38 lessons
  • 4 hours of video content

Real Results from Real Students

Nails created after completing the course

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Expert Class!

Katie Dutra

Diana is such a knowledgable teacher. I've been doing nails for 12+ years and I definitely learned some new things. Everything is very well explained!

Diana is such a knowledgable teacher. I've been doing nails for 12+ years and I definitely learned some new things. Everything is very well explained!

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Absolutely incredible

Olivia Jarrett

I highly recommend this course to any aspiring or experienced nail technicians. It was incredibly informative, covering every detail thoroughly and thoughtfully. The material was easy to understand, and the instructor’s approach made learning both...

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I highly recommend this course to any aspiring or experienced nail technicians. It was incredibly informative, covering every detail thoroughly and thoughtfully. The material was easy to understand, and the instructor’s approach made learning both engaging and motivating. She truly thought of everything, ensuring we felt confident and supported every step of the way. I look forward to taking more of her classes in the future. Thank you for your guidance and dedication!

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Amazing course!

Carley Pastrik

This course was filled with so much amazing information! Diana really did think of everything. I already see such a big difference in my work and can't wait to continue to implement what I have learned on all my clients going forward

This course was filled with so much amazing information! Diana really did think of everything. I already see such a big difference in my work and can't wait to continue to implement what I have learned on all my clients going forward

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World of Difference

Jennifer DeOliveira

Such great advice! The small detail makes a world of difference! Diana Thank you very much for beautiful and super informative video, definitely worth it. its be over a week an half and I can see the difference on how my nails have grown out so sm...

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Such great advice! The small detail makes a world of difference! Diana Thank you very much for beautiful and super informative video, definitely worth it. its be over a week an half and I can see the difference on how my nails have grown out so smooth!!

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This is the best all in one course about e-file and application techniques!

Melanie Salazar

This course goes over every single detail and technique you would need to know about e-filing and gel application techniques!! I have taken her No More Lifting course and the quality of the content is the same high quality videos with great angles...

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This course goes over every single detail and technique you would need to know about e-filing and gel application techniques!! I have taken her No More Lifting course and the quality of the content is the same high quality videos with great angles and rich information! I really appreciate how she goes over the why behind every technique and even having dedicated lessons on how to work on difficult nails such as downward growing nails and nail breaks! I have been practicing her techniques and my timing has already gotten faster! I wish I had this course at the beginning of my nail journey because this course takes you through every single step of the nail process leaving you feeling prepared and confident to work on your next client!

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Amazing course for both beginners and veteran artists!

Jacqueline Tripp

This was an incredibly thorough and helpful course and I am so glad I signed up ! I have already started implementing the seamless growth and hidden apex technique with my gel and I love it !

This was an incredibly thorough and helpful course and I am so glad I signed up ! I have already started implementing the seamless growth and hidden apex technique with my gel and I love it !

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Course Highlights

  • Complete manual on correct hard gel application

  • Unlimited access to the course

  • Real Client Demonstrations

  • High-Quality, Close-Up Videos

  • Certificate of Completion

Meet your educator


Experienced Nail Technician

With over 19 years behind the desk, I’ve lived and breathed nails—just like you. My passion lies in creating flawless, long-lasting nail sets using hard gel. I teach techniques that actually work in real life, not just on Instagram.

Educator & Mentor

I’ve had the honour of mentoring over 1,100 nail techs around the world. Their success stories and transformations are what keeps me going, and their results speak louder than any ad ever could.

Lifelong Learner

The industry moves fast and so do I. I stay on top of every gel application trend so my students get latest insights and the most up-to-date techniques

Fully Booked & In Demand

I’m in the salon testing everything I teach, so you get proven methods, not just theory. 

Award-Winning Professional

Honoured to have won multiple awards in top industry competitions, but what matters most is helping you become the go-to tech in your area!