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How To Apply Glitter Gel Nails

 

How To Apply Glitter Gel Polish

Party season is approaching, which means it’s time to get glitzy and glamorous, and nothing says glitz like a gorgeous glitter manicure.

Let’s say you’re rocking your favourite LBD and a fancy new pair of shoes; your hair is salon-fresh and you feel like a million dollars.

Wouldn’t it be a shame if your nails let the side down?

Sure, there are loads of snazzy ways to glam up your nails, but nothing beats the eye-catching shimmer of a well-executed glitter manicure.

There’s a problem though - achieving prefect glitter nails can be a bit of a challenge.

 

how to apply glitter gel polish

 

Get the application right and a glitter mani looks amazing, but it’s all too easy to get it a bit wrong and end up with a gloopy, uneven look that sparkles in all the wrong ways.

We firmly believe that home manis are way easier than many salon goers imagine, but when it comes to glitter nails, a bit of extra know-how can make all the difference.

Luckily, we’re here to share the secret of immaculate glitter nails with you, and the good news is that it’s easy-peasy when you know how.

Here’s how:

Step 1: 

File the free edge of your nails. This is your chance to define the shape of your nails before you embark on your mani. The most common shapes are square, round, oval and squoval.

Gels can last between 2-3 weeks, so make sure the free edge is even in length. 

Step 2: 

Soak your nails in warm water for a few minutes to ensure they’re nice and soft, then gently push your cuticles back using an orange stick to create space for your manicure. 

Step 3: 

Using a nail buffing block, gently buff the nail surface to remove any shine – you’re aiming to prime the surface of your nails by removing shine and creating a surface that gel nail polish will grip onto.

Step 4:

Prepare your nails using mylee Prep & Wipe to create a more adhesive surface. Prep & Wipe is a dual-purpose product that sanitises the nail plate while preparing the perfect surface for long-lasting gel polish adhesion. 

Step 5:

Paint on a Base Coat. Take care to apply the base coat as closely as possible to the edges of your nails, without touching the cuticles. A good base coat is vital if you want your manicure to last.

Step 6:

Wait for the base coat to cure. Curing takes 30 seconds with a Mylee LED Lamp or 120 seconds with a UV Lamp. 

Step 7: 

Once the base coat has cured, apply a thin layer of glitter gel polish. Try to spread the glitter particles evenly across the nail bed.

You can use an orange stick to move the glitter specks around to have more control over where it spreads. Cure then repeat the same process for the second coat.  

Step8:

Top Coat the final gel layer, this leaves the nails with a high glossy shin, make sure to remove any tackiness within a Lint Free Wipe and Prep & Wipe

Explore the MYGEL glitter collection. Now you know how easy it is to achieve immaculate glitter nails every time you must be gagging to give it a go. Say hello to our selection of sparkly stunners… 

Copper Shine

One of our most popular glitter shades, this gorgeous rose gold gel polish is a pretty pink-ish shade with a glamorous hint of shimmering bling. 

rose gold metallic glitter gel polish  

Disco Ball

The ultimate disco diva shade, this gorgeous polish is guaranteed to get you noticed on the dancefloor.

Disco Ball combines a deep pink base with holographic glitter to create a truly seductive sparkle.

  

Ibiza Sunset

A stunning orange glitter shade that evokes the dreamy shimmer of the perfect Balearic sunrise.

Winter might be approaching but we can still dream of beach parties right?

Gold Digger

Sometimes only gold will do. This blingtastic shade is pure, unapologetic gold-laced glamour in a bottle.

  

The Glitter Polish Trio

Grab three of our favourite glitter shades – Disco Ball, Showtime and Gold Mines – in one super-sparkly multi-pack and shine on you crazy diamond.

Remember, the sky is the limit as long as you have the inclination and of course, the right tools.

Be sure to give us a follow on social as well as we love hearing your thoughts and seeing your incredible creations, tag us with #myleemylook

Don’t be shy, you can find us on Instagram under @myleebeautyofficial, Facebook Myleebeauty, and Twitter @myleebeauty.

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