Design Details
- 1This nail design features a light pink, semi-sheer base with an assortment of glitter, iridescent flakes, and small dot embellishments.
- 2The glitter seems to be silver or holographic, while the flakes provide a rainbow effect.
- 3Small white and red dots are scattered across the nail, adding a whimsical touch.
- 4The overall effect is a delicate and sparkly manicure that's both eye-catching and subtle.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Cuticle pusher
- Cuticle nipper (optional)
- Buffing block
- Nail cleanser or alcohol
Nail Polish Colors
- Light pink, semi-sheer nail polish
- Clear nail polish
Nail Art Tools
- Small dotting tool or toothpick
- Tweezers (for applying glitter and flakes)
- Nail art brush (optional, for glitter placement)
Cleanup
- Nail polish remover
- Small brush for cleanup
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare the nails.
- File the nails to the desired shape.
- Gently push back the cuticles.
- Trim any excess cuticle (optional).
- Buff the surface of the nails to create a smooth base.
- Clean the nails with a nail cleanser or alcohol to remove any oils or debris.
2
Apply the base color.
- Apply a thin, even coat of the light pink, semi-sheer nail polish.
- Allow the first coat to dry completely before applying a second coat for added opacity if needed.
- Let the second coat dry fully.
3
Add glitter and iridescent flakes.
- Apply a thin layer of clear nail polish over the base color.
- While the clear polish is still wet, use tweezers to carefully place the iridescent flakes randomly across the nail.
- Sprinkle fine silver or holographic glitter over the wet clear polish.
- Allow to dry completely.
4
Create the dot embellishments.
- Using a small dotting tool or toothpick, pick up a small amount of white nail polish.
- Carefully create small white dots randomly across the nail.
- Repeat the process with red nail polish to add small red dots, spacing them evenly amongst the white dots.
- Allow all dots to dry completely.
5
Seal with a top coat.
- Apply a generous layer of top coat to seal in the design and add shine.
- Allow the top coat to dry completely.
6
Clean up any mistakes.
- Dip a small brush into nail polish remover.
- Carefully clean up any polish around the cuticles and sidewalls for a clean, professional finish.
Pro Tips
Apply thin layers of polish to prevent smudging and ensure proper drying.
Use a sticky base coat to help the glitter and flakes adhere better.
When placing the glitter and flakes, work quickly before the clear polish dries.
Experiment with different colors and sizes of glitter and dots to create your own unique variation.
For longer-lasting results, reapply top coat every other day.
If you don't have iridescent flakes, you can use small pieces of holographic cellophane instead.
