Velvet Design

  • Difficulty: ⭐️(Easy)
  • Perfect For: Beginner
  • Skills Needed: None

📖 Step-by-Step:

  • Apply a layer of the base coat, cure it thoroughly.
  • Apply a layer of cat eye gel — do not cure.
  • Place the rectangle magnet under the nail, and slide it from the tip toward the cuticle to sweep away all the glow, then cure it.
  • Apply a second layer of the same color cat eye gel — do not cure.
  • Hold a rectangle magnet parallel to both sides of the nail to pull a broad glow effect, then cure it.
  • Apply matte top coat, then cure fully.
  • Use clear stamping gel to stamp a snake print pattern.
  • Press straight down onto the matte top coat nail.
  • Cure thoroughly and it's done.

❓FAQ About This Design

Why is the whole nail shiny and not velvety?

First, make sure you've applied a layer of matte top coat (a no-wipe matte top coat) underneath the stamped design, and cure it thoroughly.

Next, make sure you haven't applied a glossy top coat over the stamped design afterward.

 

Why are nails sticky?

First, make sure the clear stamping gel you use for stamping is a no-wipe stamping gel.

Second, make sure it's cured thoroughly.