Pimp my nails
Text: Keletso Modiseng. Photographer: Piere van den Bosch. Article from the June 2014 issue of Bona Magazine.
Fashion-inspired trends are at your fingertips with these nail art designs. Do them in the comfort of your home.
Step 1: Shape
File your nails evenly to ensure they are the same length, before applying nail polish. Always file your nails in one direction and file each side separately. Start on the outside and move toward the centre of the nail. This will help smoothen the sides.
Step 2: Base
Apply two coats of a nail polish of your choice as your base colour. Cover the whole nail to give it a rich solid finish. Allow the first coat to dry before applying the second coat. This will prevent smudges or lumps.
Avon Speed Dry nail enamel in turquoise, R54.95
L.A. Girl Addict nail colour in euphoria, R32.95
Step 3: Add 3D decorations to your nails
Use a small brush or the rounded bottom of a bobby pin to create polka dots on your nails. Dip the pin/ brush into a different colour nail polish and gently dab onto your nail to create dots.
Kiss Nail Art paint & stencil kit, R159.99
Mix of textures
There’s a variety of textured nail polishes that include crackle, animal print and glitter. Paint your textured nail polish over a different colour to create a perfect 3D effect.
Revlon Tweed Nail Enamel in uptown, R94.95
Essence nail art cracking top coat, R24.95
Stick it!
Stick-on nails that have nail art are the easiest way to give your nails an instant make-over. Get your perfect manicure in just minutes by using stick-on nails, that look natural and are easy to apply.
Nails inc. Bling It On Leather & Skull collection in noho, R250
Elegant Touch Express press-on instant manicure, R99.95
Justine colour studio nail strengthener, R79
Catrice cosmetics quick dry & high shine top coat, R37.95
Step 4: Top coat
Apply a clear top coat over all your nails to help the designs last longer and to protect the nail polish from chipping.
Kangol No Time For Shine matt finish nail polish in bloody mary, R59
Kangol Concrete texture nail polish in concrete yellow, R55
Essie Professional Application in licorice, R99.95
Nurture oil, R32
Concrete texture nail polish in concrete yellow, R55
House of Holland nails by Elegant Touch in suits you, R89.95
Debbie Brian, assistant store manager at SOHO nail salon in Sandton City, Johannesburg gives a few pointers:
• Your nail art will last longer if you take care of them by wearing gloves when doing house chores. Avoid rubbing them against hard surfaces.
• Stiletto (pointy) nails are a big trend this season and work best on long nails.
• Every woman needs to have cuticle oil in their bag. Cuticle oil moisturises your cuticles and nails, and helps the product to last longer on your nails.
Contact details 011 784 0370/1
www.SOHOnycsalon.com
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