Holiday Nail Designs: Christmas Tree + Candy Cane Nail Art With Dip Powder
Difficulty
Easy
Time required
1 Hour 15 Minutes
Salon price 
Est. $66 / Mani
DipWell price
Est. $5.05 / Mani
A star nail accent! You can use whatever you have at hand or nail accents found online. There are hundreds of nail accessories to choose from. From gold assortments to 3-D rhinestones, the possibilities are limitless.
Step 1
- Start with a white base of dip that has been filed, buffed, & activated. Be sure to not apply Sealer before applying nail art!
Step 2
- Apply nail tape onto the nail in a diagonal pattern in different widths apart to create candy cane stripes.
- Paint a thin coat of Step 2 Base and immediately dip tip of finger at an angle into color powder of choice. Here we are using CL-06.
PRO TIP: Tip: You can stack the tape to create a thicker line!
Step 3
- Carefully paint a second coat of Step 2 and immediately dip at an angle into the color acrylic of choice, then tap finger to rid of loose powder.
PRO TIP: Avoid getting the product onto cuticles, powder will pick up wherever Base is applied.
Step 4
- Carefully remove nail tape before the powder & liquid harden.
- Apply Step 3 Activator and allow a few minutes for powder to harden, then file off any bumps or uneven edges using a 100/180 file to create clean lines.
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Step 5
- Paint a thin coat of Step 2 Base in between the red and immediately dip tip of finger at an angle into Base & Finish. Tap finger to rid of loose powder and use a fluffy brush to sweep off excess 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
- Repeat to fully encapsulate the stripes.
Step 7
- Apply Step 3 Activator and allow a few minutes for powder to harden, then file & buff nails to desired shape & thickness.
Step 8
- 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 9
- Apply a second coat of Step 3 Activator. Allow 3-5 minutes for nail to dry.
Step 10
- Paint a coat of Step 4 Sealer and allow 2-3 minutes for nail to dry.
Step 11
- Paint a second coat of Step 4 Sealer and allow 3-5 minutes for nail to dry.
PRO TIP: Don't apply more than 2 coats of Sealer as this will prevent even drying & may result in a gummy mani.
Step 12
- Paint a second coat of Step 4 Sealer and allow 3-5 minutes for nail to dry.
PRO TIP: Don't apply more than 2 coats of Sealer as this will prevent even drying & may result in a gummy mani.
Finish!
- Enjoy the holidays with this subtly holiday mani.
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