Astonishing Nails gel ombré design
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Step by Step
Create a chic and sophisticated gel ombré using the 1-Step Brush Builder system from Astonishing Nails.
Here, the team reveals how in nine steps.
Get your hands on the system via www.astonishing-nails.co.uk
Step 1
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Prep the nails for gel application.
Step 2
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Apply a thin coat of Astonishing Cover Blush 1 Step Brush Builder to the nails and cure for 30 seconds.
Step 3
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Apply a form and use the Astonishing Nails Milky White 1 Step Brush Builder to create the desired tip. Cure for 30 seconds.
Step 4
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Apply part Cover Blush and part Milky White to the nail. Do not cure.
Step 5
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Using the Astonishing Nails Gel Brush #4, lightly feather the gel together with the brush tip in a vertical motion. Once happy with the blend. cure for 60 seconds. Note: This gel self levels so allow it to settle as desired before curing.
Step 6
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Repeat steps 4 and 5 for increased coverage.
Step 7
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Cap the ombré in Astonishing Glass 1 Step Brush Builder and cure for 60 seconds.
Step 8
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Remove hte form and file to shape using an 180-grit file.
Step 9
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Remove dust and apply a thin coat of Astonishing Glass Pink 1 Step Brush Builder and cure for 60 seconds. Wipe with Astonishing UV cleanser and apply Super Shine for a high shine finish.
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