A Sparkling Statement Piece

Prepare the natural nail for enhancements and apply forms.

Create a thin extension using builder gel. Cure

Using a cover pink builder gel, elongate the nail bed. Cure

With a black art gel, create a smile line and the tip of the enhancements. Cure.

Apply a white matte nail art foil to the tip of the nail.

Apply a dark red transparent gel polish over the foil. Create an ombré effect by applying a thinner layer towards to the free edge before curing. Apply a clear builder gel and cure. File and refine the nail before applying top coat.

Create the shape for the top of your ring. You can create any shape.

Use a metal tube to create a curve in the product. Cure.

Paint half of the shape with black gel polish and the other half in a dark red shade. Cure.

Apply white matte nail art foil.

Apply a thin layer of red transparent gel polish and cure.

Next, apply a red holographic nail art foil to some sections.

Apply another layer of red transparent gel polish. Try to keep one side of the shape light in colour with a thinner application to create an ombre effect. Cure. Refine and buff the shape, before applying a top coat.

Add gemstone to frame your shape using a thicker gel, and cure. Apply your top coat. Attach to your chosen ring to use.