3D Nail Art: Cozy Sweater Mani With Dip Powder
Difficulty
Moderate
Time required
1 Hour
Salon price 
Est. $43 / Mani
DipWell price
Est. $4 / Mani
Step 1
- Prep the nails as usual
- Apply a thin coat of Step 1 Bond. Allow to dry completely.
- Be sure to stir powder thoroughly before use.
Step 2
- Apply a coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip finger into color powder of choice.
- Tap finger gently to remove loose powder. Use a fluffy brush to dust off excess powder.
PRO TIP: Here we are using NA-27; feel free to use whatever color you want! To get the perfect cozy sweater look, we recommend neutrals or deep rich colors.
Step 3
- Apply a second coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip finger at an angle into color powder to create a solid foundation for nail art.
PRO TIP: Avoid getting the product onto cuticles, powder will pick up wherever Base is applied.
Step 4
- Apply Step 3 Activator and allow a few minutes for powder to harden.
- Buff and shape nails to your desired shape.
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Step 5
- Place a couple of drops of Step 2 Base onto a small piece of aluminum foil.
Step 6
- Using a nail art brush (9mm), draw on lines of Step 2 Base to create the texture of a sweater onto the nail.
- Spoon color powder onto the nail art. Tap finger gently and then use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess powder. Repeat for more coverage.
Step 7
- Using a nail art brush, draw on stacked curved lines of Step 2 Base onto the middle of the nail.
- Dip nail into acrylic color of choice. Tap finger gently and then use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess powder. Repeat for more coverage.
Step 8
- Using a nail art brush, draw on dots of Step 2 Base onto both sides of the nail and immediately dip into powder.
- Tap finger to remove loose powder and brush with fluffy brush. Repeat for more coverage.
PRO TIP: Brushes may harden or pick up color powder during application. Simply switch them between Brush Softener for easy cleaning & workability.
Step 9
- Apply Step 3 Activator and allow a few minutes for powder to harden.
Step 10
- Apply Step 3 Activator and allow a few minutes for powder to harden.
- Buff and shape nails to your desired shape and thickness.
PRO TIP: Make sure nails are completely dry before moving to the next step!
Step 11
- Wash hands or use a lint free wipe saturated in alcohol to wipe the nails clean.
PRO TIP: Skip Step 4 Sealer for a matte look!
Finish!
- Enjoy this cozy 3-D sweater design.
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