Abstract Polka Dot Nail Art Mani With Dip Powder
Difficulty
Easy
Time required
1 Hour
Salon price 
Est. $96 / Mani
DipWell price
Est. $5 / Mani
Step 1
- Prep the nails as usual.
- Apply a thin coat of Step 1 Bond. Allow it to dry completely.
- Be sure to stir powder thoroughly before use.
Step 2
- Paint a thin coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip finger into NA23.
- Using the trimmer side of Jelly Pusher or wooden cuticle stick, clean the space between cuticle lines. Use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess powder from nail.
PRO TIP: Avoid getting the product onto cuticles, powder will pick up wherever Base is applied.
Step 3
- Carefully apply a second coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip into NA23. Repeat for desired coverage.
- Clean cuticle lines and tap finger to remove loose powder. Use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess powder from nail.
Step 4
- Apply Step 3 Activator and allow 3-5 minutes for powder to harden. Buff and shape nails to create a smooth foundation.
PRO TIP: Make sure nails are completely dry before moving to the next step!
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Step 5
- Apply a thin coat of Step 2 Base in desired abstract pattern and immediately dip into French white. Tap to remove loose powder.
PRO TIP: Brushes may harden or pick up color powder during application. Simply switch them between Brush Softener for easy cleaning & workability.
Step 6
- Apply Step 3 Activator to abstract pattern and allow powder to harden.
PRO TIP: This prevents other colored acrylic powder from staining this part of the design!
Step 7
- Using a square of foil as a palette, apply a small amount of Step 2 Base.
- Use a Stylus or toothpick to apply Step 2 Base in small dots around abstract pattern and immediately pour CL64 on nail.
Step 8
- Repeat for more coverage.
- Use a fluffy brush to remove all excess powder.
Step 9
- Apply Step 3 Activator to abstract design and allow powder to harden.
- Buff nail surface to achieve a smooth surface texture.
Step 10
- Apply a coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip into Base & Finish. Tap finger to remove loose powder, then use a fluffy brush to get rid of excess.
PRO TIP: Avoid getting the product onto cuticles, powder will pick up wherever Base is applied.
Step 11
- Apply a coat of Step 3 Activator on entire nail and allow to dry for 3-5 minutes.
- Then buff & shape nails to your desired finish.
Step 12
- Wash hands or use a lint free wipe saturated in alcohol to wipe the nails clean.
PRO TIP: Make sure nails are completely dry before moving to the next step!
Step 13
- Apply a second coat of Step 3 Activator. Allow 3-5 minutes for nails to dry.
Step 14
- Apply a coat of Step 4 Sealer and allow 2-3 minutes for nails to dry.
Step 15
- Apply a second coat of Step 4 Sealer and allow 3-5 minutes for nails to dry.
Finish!
- Go as crazy or low-key as you want! Your nails are your canvas.
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