French sparkle

Step 9 Kayley Cairns

Seasonal & Occasions, Step by Step

Add a little va-va-voom to your client’s manicure with gorgeous, glittering tips and a touch of ring finger detailing.

Nails and design by Kayley Cairns, Akzentz U.K. Ace educator, Essex.

Step 1
Prep the nail, fit your form snugly and apply Akzentz Opti-bond. Cure.
Step 2
Create a clear extension using Akzentz Options in Crystal Clear. Cure.
Step 3
Extend the nail bed to the desired length using the Akzentz Proformance Balance cool pink. Cure.
Step 4
Remove form and file free edge to sharpen if required.
Step 5
Apply a layer of Akzentz ‘options aurora pearl’ to the free edge. Cure.
Step 6
Apply a layer of Akzentz Options Crystal Clear over the Aurora Pearl to fill low points and build the free edge up to meet the smile line. Cure and file to perfect shape.
Step 7
Apply Akzentz Shine On Gel.
Step 8
Paint your chosen design using Akzentz Gel play Paint in White, before curing sprinkle on Akzentz Gel Art Powder. Cure.