How to Do Cow Print Nails with Dip Powder
Difficulty
Easy
Time required
1 Hour
Salon price 
Est. $63 + / 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, at an angle, into Base & Finish powder.
Step 3
- Tap finger to remove loose powder. Use a pointed tool, such as an orange wood stick, to clean around the cuticle line. Use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess powder.
Step 4
- Apply a second coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip fingernail, at an angle, into French White powder.
PRO TIP: Avoid getting the product onto cuticles, powder will pick up wherever Base is applied.
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Step 5
- Tap finger to remove loose powder, then use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess powder. Repeat for more coverage.
Step 6
- Add a few drops of Step 2 Base to a small piece of foil.
Step 7
- Use a dotting tool, or a similar pointed utensil, to apply Step 2 Base on the nail in the shape of cow print spots.
Step 8
- Use a small scoop to pour dip powder over the nail. Here we’re using CL-50.
Step 9
- Apply a final coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip fingernail at an angle 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 10
- Apply a coat of Step 3 Activator, and allow a few minutes for dip blend to harden.
PRO TIP: If you live in a humid climate, you may need to increase your dry time.
Step 11
- File and buff nails to achieve desired shape & smoothness.
Step 12
- Wash hands or use a lint-free wipe saturated in alcohol to wipe 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.
PRO TIP: If you live in a humid climate, you may need to increase your dry time.
Step 14
- Apply a thin coat of Step 4 Sealer in thin quick strokes. Allow 2-3 minutes for nails to dry.
- Apply a final coat of Step 4 Sealer, making sure to seal in the free edges. Allow 3-5 minutes for nails to dry completely.
PRO TIP: Don't apply more than 2 coats of Sealer as this will prevent even drying & may result in a gummy mani.
Finish!
- Cow print nails are a moo’d 🐮 Use black for a Holstein look, try pink cow nails, or create a rainbow of cow print shapes in your favorite dip powders! Grab your hat and spurs and let’s dip! 🤠
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