How to create a magical mermaid-inspired nail look

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Step by Step

Create a majestic ombré with a finish fit for a mermaid with Freya Murphy, brand ambassador for The Manicure Company, using Zero Gel Polish.

All products used are available via www.themanicurecompany.com

Step 1

Prep the nails and apply a thin layer of Zero Gel Polish Base Coat. Cure for 60 seconds in TMC’s Dual Pro UV/LED Lamp, before applying three chosen shades in thick horizontal stripes onto the nail. From the cuticle area to the free edge, I used Zero Gel Polish shades in Azure, Hummingbird and WIFI. Do not cure.

Step 2

Using the TMC Stripe Liner Nail Art Brush, blend the shade nearest the cuticle into the middle shade using upwards brushing motions.

Step 3

Continue blending the shades in an upward brush stroke motion to create an ombré effect. Once you are happy with the blend, cure for 60 seconds.

Step 4

Apply Zero Gel Polish shade, Parisian Pink, onto the nail but do not cure. This semi-sheer pink shade is ideal for this design finish and French manicures.

Step 5

Using the Zero Gel Polish Base Coat and a dotting tool, place different sized dots in random areas over the uncured Parisian Pink shade. Once you are happy with the placement and design, cure for 60 seconds.

Step 6