May 17, 2012

Watercolor Nails

This is literally the easiest nail I've ever done; all it takes is a handful of colors and a lot of patience.

To start, I put down two coats of my base color (Lilac) : I recommend using a light color first because it's a good indicator of when you're down to the final layer as well as it's better for richer colors. After that patience comes in because once the base is dry enough to touch, you can add the next layer. Then wait again until that layer is also dry enough to touch (I waited about a half hour between layers, I wouldn't recommend less) and continue to add layers and dry until you're satisfied (mine are the result of 6 or seven different layers).

 Finally, when the last layer has basically dried to touch, grab a q-tip and douse it in remover (really, you want it basically dripping) and rub it gently over the nail. You'll be able to see the different layers coming through and as you get the hang of it you'll be able to try different designs by rubbing harder in different places.

Finish off with a top coat and enjoy!


Colors:

Lacey Lilac - Sally Hansen
Jade is the new Black - OPI
Secret Potion - Anise
Sunshine - Avon
Big Spender - Essie
Glitz 'n Go - Anise
(I recommend using at least one shimmer
for more depth)



May 11, 2012

May Flowers

My current nails! And also, I think, the easiest and nicest look I've done so far.
            All it takes is three colors, a toothpick, and some dotting. I started, first, by painting my nails the red, then I did sporadic blue dots (spaced pretty far from each other), and finally I did the lime dots around the blue ones. Simple. I also want to recommend the Revlon top coats because it's been a few days and they still haven't chipped despite me almost trying (because I have another idea but it's not fair to take it off before it chips)--it also dries fast for anyone worried about that. 


Colors:

Red - Essie : Geranium
(Only complaint is that Geranium doesn't cover exceptionally. Three coats and I could still see my nails underneath).
Green - Pure Ice : Wild Thing
Blue - Anise : Secret Potion
Top Coat- Revlon : Shiny Top Coat

Dots in Degrees

From a while ago; done with a toothpick and minimal patience.



Colors:
Lacey Lilac - Sally Hansen
Jade is the new Black - OPI