In this blog, we dive into the art of crafting Glow French nails with press-on tips. It's a no-mess, no-stress guide to achieving radiant, trending looks fast. This process not only adds a beautiful glow to your nails but also ensures a professional look quickly and efficiently.
In the video, we take you through a comprehensive tutorial on creating these glowing beauties at home.
Preparation is Key
- Before diving into the application of any nail design, proper preparation is essential. The process we follow ensures that the nails are ready to receive the press-on tips optimally.
- Here's how we prepare the nails:
- Gently push back the cuticles.
- Remove any natural shine from the nails.
- Thoroughly cleanse the nail surface with Swipe.
- Apply a coat of protein bond to ensure better adhesion. With the nails prepped, we move on to the selection and application of the press-on tips
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Choosing the Right Tip
- Selecting the correct size for your press-on tips is crucial for a natural and comfortable fit. For this design:
- Size the tip slightly larger than the natural nail to accommodate the tip and jewel adhesive.
- Clean the well of the tip with Onto the Next polish remover for better adhesive grip.
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Applying the Tip
- The application of the tip is a delicate process that ensures a seamless bond between the tip and the natural nail.
- Apply tip and jewel adhesive to the well of the tip using a dual-ended brush and spatula.
- Attach the tip at a downward angle and press firmly
- Cure the adhesive for 10-20 seconds with a touch cure mini LED light, then fully cure for 60 seconds in a UV LED light.
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Creating the Glow
- After securing the press-on tip, it's time to add the signature glow to the design.
- Cleanse and mattify the surface of the tip for polish application using Swipe.
- Apply a coat of Sugar Bowl Gel Polish from the manicure color collection for a sheer pearl glow.
- Cure the polish in the light for 30 seconds.
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Adding Sparkle
- To further enhance the design and add that sparkling touch: Use Drop The Mic Gel Polish and a striper brush to add glitter along the lines of the French manicure.
- Cure the design under the light for another 30 seconds.
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Finishing Touches
- A radiant finish requires careful sealing and protection of the nail design.
- Apply a thin, even layer of ManiQ Top Coat and cure for 60 seconds.
- Clean off the tacky layer with ManiQ Cleanser for a high shine finish.
- Smooth any edges with a 240/240 Purple Combo File and hydrate with cuticle oil.
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Conclusion
Crafting Glow French nails with press-on tips is a straightforward process that yields stunning results. The key takeaway is that with the right preparation, application, and finishing touches, anyone can achieve professional-looking nails at home. What sets this design apart is the glow and sparkle that elevate the classic French manicure to something modern and radiant. We'd love to see how your Glow French nails turned out! Share your creations with us or ask any questions in the comments below.