Taste of the Tropics
Spring/Summer, Step by Step
Indulge clients in a stylish, tropical nail design with a step-by-step from Karina Perematko, absolute master educator for Crystal Nails.
Karina uses Crystal Nails products, available via www.crystalnails4u.co.uk.
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Step 1
Prepare the nails for gel application, sanitising with Spray Prep. Apply Acid Free Primer followed by a thin layer of Crystal Nails Builder Base and cure (2-3 minutes UV, 1-2 minutes LED). Next, apply Builder Gel in Clear to all nails and cure.
Step 2
Remove the sticky layer using Gel Cleanser. Use a 150/150-grit file to shape to enhancement. Remove dust.
Step 3
Apply two coats of CrystaLac 3-step in 3S2 (green) to the index finger nail and thumb nail and two coats of Royal Gel in R23 (yellow) to the little finger nail. Cure between each layer (2-3 minutes UV, 1-2 minutes LED).
Step 4
Apply a small amount of Gem Glue Gel close to the cuticle area of the index finger and thumb nail. Pick up your chosen crystals and press onto the surface of the Gem Glue Gel. Next, mix caviar beads into a small amount of Cool Top Gel and apply in between your chosen crystals.
Step 5
On the two nails without colour, apply Crystal Nails AquaInk drops in yellow and green. Allow to air dry, then apply a coat of Cool Top Gel and cure.
Step 6
Buff the surface of the two AquaInk nails and use a black aquarelle paint to create the shape of a tropical leaf design.
Step 7
Once happy with your design, use black aquarelle paint or black acrylic paint to strengthen the design. Allow to dry.
Step 8
Buff only the surface of the yellow nail that features Royal Gel. Then, apply a coat of Crystal Nails Cool Top Gel to all nails (avoiding the crystals and gems) and cure (2-3 minutes UV, 1-2 minutes LED). Wait for 10-15 seconds and apply cuticle oil to finish.
