Ombre Slanted French Nails in Brown & Tan

Difficulty

Easy

Time required

1 Hour

Salon price

Est. $65+ / Mani

DipWell price

Est. $4 / Mani

How gorgeous is this soft ombre mani?! We love getting creative with variations on a French mani, and this look takes it to the next level. We’ve created a seamless blend between shimmery tan NA31 and subtly sparkly brown NA32. Try this coffee and cream palette today, or combine your own favorite colors! ☕

PRO TIP: Make sure you thoroughly prep nails to ensure adhesion & long-lasting wear! Push back cuticles, create a rough texture on the nail plate by filing, and sanitize thoroughly.

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Step 1

Apply a thin coat of Step 1 Bond. Allow it to dry completely.

Step 2

Apply a thin coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip fingernail into Base & Finish Powder.

PRO TIP: Avoid getting the product onto cuticles, powder will pick up wherever Base is applied.

Step 3

Tap finger to remove loose powder, then use a fluffy brush to sweep off any excess.

Step 4

Apply a second coat of Step 2 Base to the entire nail, then dip into NA31.

PRO TIP: Brushes may harden or pick up color powder during application. Simply switch them between Brush Softener for easy cleaning & workability.

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Step 5

Tap finger to remove loose powder. Follow by using a pointed tool, like a toothpick or Jelly Pusher, to remove excess product from the cuticle line.

Step 6

Using a small, medium fluff brush, gently apply NA32 to the corner of the nail. Work at an angle to create a slanted ombre effect.
Then use a fluffy brush to gently sweep off excess powder from the nail surface.

Step 7

Apply a coat of Step 2 Base to the entire nail, and dip fingernail into Base & Finish Powder.

PRO TIP: Brushes may harden or pick up color powder during application. Simply switch them between Brush Softener for easy cleaning & workability.

Step 8

Using the small, medium fluff brush again, gently apply NA32 to the corner of the nail. Work at an angle to create a slanted ombre effect. Then use a fluffy brush to gently sweep off any excess powder.

Step 9

Apply another coat of Step 2 Base to the entire nail, and immediately dip fingernail into Base & Finish Powder.

Step 10

Tap finger to remove loose powder. Use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess powder from the nail surface.

Step 11

Apply Step 3 Activator to the entire nail and allow a few minutes for the dip blend to harden.

Step 12

File and buff to achieve the desired nail shape & smoothness.

Step 13

Wash hands or use a lint-free wipe saturated in alcohol to wipe the nails clean from filing debris.

Step 14

Apply a coat of Step 4 Sealer to the entire nail and allow it to dry for 1-2 minutes.

Step 15

Apply a second coat of Step 3 Activator and allow it to dry for 5 full minutes.

PRO TIP: If you live in a humid climate, you may need to increase your dry time.

Step 16

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 17

Apply a coat of Step 4 Sealer and allow 2-3 minutes for nails to dry.

Step 18

Apply a second coat of Step 4 Sealer and allow 3-5 minutes for nails to dry.

PRO TIP: Don't apply more than 2 consecutive coats of Sealer as this will prevent even drying & may result in a gummy mani.

Finish!

We love getting creative with variations on a French mani, and this look takes it to the next level. Try this coffee and cream palette today, or combine your own favorite colors! ☕

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