Ombre Slanted French Nails in Brown & Tan

Difficulty
Easy
Time required
1 Hour
Salon price 
Est. $65+ / Mani
DipWell price 
Est. $4 / Mani
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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