Showing posts with label nail polish. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nail polish. Show all posts

Friday, August 28, 2015

Using Glitter Powder and Hexagons Together

We've talked about hexagon glitter manicures, but what about hexagon with glitter powder? You should never have to choose between your favorite powder and hexagon! Combining the two creates an awe inspiring texture. Take a look at our favorite hexagon and powder mixed looks and how to make them yourself.

Here's a beautiful brown gradient mani with a combo of hexagons and glitter powder. We're loving this one because it's the perfect color for the upcoming fall season!

All You'll Need:

  • Hexagon glitter
  • Glitter powder
  • Different shades of brown polish
  • Blending sponge
  • Sealing and Bonding Formula

We're head over heels for this cheetah print made with glitter powder! Lots of cheetah print has been done, but we've never seen glitter used to create it. 

All You'll Need:

  • Hexagon glitter
  • Glitter powder
  • Polish of your choice
  • Blending sponge if you choose to create a gradient
  • Sealing and Bonding Formula
  • Charm (if you choose to)

For our final favorite of the week, we have silver glitter used on this popping purple mani! Glitter powder and hexagons are separated on different nails. Have to admit, this look is pretty cool to look at.

All You'll Need:

  • Silver hexagon glitter
  • Silver glitter powder
  • Purple polish (or any color you prefer)
  • Silver polish
  • Nail tape to create the checkerboard nail
  • Sealing and bonding formula
Below are some more looks that we just couldn't bring ourselves to leave out this week!


This blue geometric #mani looks great with silver #hexagonglitter!#silverglitterhttp://buff.ly/1VLOe9h

Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Tuesday, August 25, 2015
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Friday, August 7, 2015

Adding Charms to Your #Mani

This blog post goes out to all you attention getters! Sometimes a creative mani just isn't enough to stand out when it's one dimensional. Nail artists are using charms, studs, and beads to their nail art creations more and more often. Now you may wonder why anyone would want to add something to your nails that could just fall off the same day you apply it?! Well we've got some tips that will you can use to make sure your favorite nail art add-ons stay put!



What Will I Need?

You may not need everything on this list depending on the method of application you choose, but if the method you choose ends up not being what you expect it's best to be prepared!
  • Nail polish
  • Glitter
  • Top coat
  • Bonding formula (if applying glitter directly to the nail)
  • Sealing formula (if applying glitter directly to the nail)
  • If creating your own glitter polish, frankening supplies
  • Studs, charms, beads
  • Nail glue
  • Gel polish

How Do I Apply My Add-Ons?

There are various methods of adding on your charms, studs, and beads. They range from easy to time consuming, long lasting to a little more temporary. 

The Top Coat Method

If you're wanting a quick and easy application we recommend applying directly to your top coat.
  • Paint your nails with the polish of your choice.
  • Add on a clear top coat that isn't quick drying.
  • Using tweezers or an orange stick, place your add-ons to your wet nails.
  • Once the coat has dried and your add-ons are secure, add one more clear top coat to seal the deal!
  • Easy, huh?

The Nail Glue Method

Now this method takes a little more hand stability and a little more time. You'll want to use this method if you are working with large add-ons or want to make sure your charm mani lasts longer.
  • Paint your nails with the polish of your choice. (Or glitter your nails :))
  • Add a dot of glue to the area you want your add-on to be.
  • Place your add-on on the glue dot.
  • Use an orange stick to hold your add-on in place. (You will not be happy if your add-on slips and slides!)
  • Allow glue to dry.
  • Apply a clear top coat.

The Gel Polish Method

Gel polish also works well with larger add-ons without the stress of dealing with glue! You may want to try both out to find your personal preference.
  • Apply two coats of gel polish to your nails and cure.
  • Apply your add-on.
  • Add a top coat of gel polish. (Make sure you apply it over your add-ons)

Which add-on method is best? Only you can decide that for yourself! Try these out and share your best works of art with us! We always love to share great nail art :)






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Friday, July 31, 2015

DIY Hexagon Glitter Nails



Hexagon glitter transforms your nails to an all purpose look year round. It's not just a seasonal look. We've found some of the best hexagon glitter looks you can pull off with ease! Trust us, it's a lot easier than it looks ;)





Use pre mixed hexagon glitter, or make your own custom mix! This is where your creativity takes over and sets your look apart from the rest. You'll be dying to try out some hexagon glitter once we're through with you!




This first hexagon glitter mani is the simplest to recreate! Perfect for the nail art beginner, but still fun for the more experienced nail artist.

What You'll Need:

  • Hexagon glitter
  • Bonding formula
  • Sealing formula
  • Franken formula (if you're creating your own hexagon glitter mix.)
  • Nail polish

How To Create:

  • Start out with the nail polish base you want. This nail artist used a colorful nail polish gradient and used the hexagon glitter to accentuate the colorful nails.
  • Apply the bonding formula once your nail polish has dried.
  • Sprinkle on hexagon glitter to your desire. You can use a pre mixed hexagon glitter or you can create your own custom mix.
  • Once your glitter is applied, brush on your sealing formula and allow to dry for 3-5 minutes.
  • Repeat last step once the first coat of sealing formula has dried.
  • Share your creation!


Another design that's somewhat similar in creating as the first look. The hexagon glitter in this mani is used as an accent nail instead of the main event.

What You'll Need:

  • Hexagon glitter
  • Bonding formula
  • Sealing formula
  • Franken formula (if you're creating your own hexagon glitter mix.)
  • Nail polish
  • Nail tape

How To Create:

  • Create the nail art look you want to sport. We love the chevron and solid polished nails used in this interpretation. 
    • If you want to create a chevron nail, check out our DIY Chevron Mani blog post for directions.
  • Prep your glitter nail with a thick wet coat of bonding formula.
  • Apply your hexagon glitter to the bonding formula.
  • Once your glitter is applied, brush on your sealing formula and allow to dry for 3-5 minutes.
  • Repeat last step once the first coat of sealing formula has dried.
  • Share your creation!


Yes we know that circular glitter is used on this mani, but just imagine it with hexagon glitter instead! Hexagons would create a very oceanic scale texture. Can't help but picture the beauty!

What You'll Need:

  • Hexagon glitter
  • Bonding formula
  • Sealing formula
  • Orange sticks
  • Nail polish
  • Nail polish sticks

How To Create:

  • Create the ocean water look with a gradient nail polish base.
    • Create a gradient nail by putting the two colors you want on a makeup sponge and blend the colors together. Then apply to nails.
  • Apply bonding formula
  • Use the orange stick to apply your iridescent hexagon glitter one at a time in the pattern you desire. You can place them to touch each other, or leave space in between each.
  • Apply Sealing formula and allow to dry for 3-5 minutes.
  • Repeat.
  • Use your nail polish sticks to create your sea turtles. 
  • Share your creation!

There are so many ways use you can make each of these looks your own! From the colors you choose, to the nail art designs you create to go with your glitter, your nails can always be one of a kind! Check out a few more hexagon glitter manis below!




Summer ice cream nail art with #hexagonglitter!#silverglitter #blueglitter #Summernailshttps://shop.glitties.com/color/metallic-glitter/silver-hexagon-.040
Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Thursday, July 30, 2015

Strawberry nails with red glitter for you sweet tooth!#redglitter #hexagonglitter #glitterhttps://shop.glitties.com/color/red-glitter/ruby-red-hexagon-.040
Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Wednesday, July 15, 2015

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Friday, July 10, 2015

DIY Summer Beach Nails

This week we're going to share the how to's on making your own Summer themed beach nails. You don't want to let the season pass you by without sporting this fabulous trend! We'll go over all the details in simple steps that anyone can pull off.


Ocean nail art with iridescent hexagon glitter#iridescent #hexagon #glitterhttp://shop.glitties.com/iridescent-yellow-p400.aspx
Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Tuesday, June 30, 2015


There are a lot of fish scale looks in beach nail art designs, and just as many ways to pull off the fish scale look. This unique look uses hexagon glitters strategically placed to create that scale texture! And the best part, it's super easy to create:

Things You'll Need:

  • Hexagon glitter
  • Orange stick
  • Sealing formula
  • Bonding formula

How To Create:

  • Apply a thick coat of bonding formula to your nails.
  • Using your orange stick, place your hexagon glitter one at a time so they touch each other in the pattern shown.
  • Apply your sealing formula and let dry for 3-5 minutes.
  • Apply a second coat and let dry for 3-5 minutes.


Another way to add some spice to your beach nails is to just add some glitter powder:

Things You'll Need:

  • Glitter powder
  • Sealing formula 
  • Bonding formula

How To Create:

  • Pick one or two accent nails to apply your glitter to.
  • Apply a thick coat of bonding formula to your nails.
  • Pour glitter powder to the nails.
  • Apply your sealing formula and let dry for 3-5 minutes.
  • Apply a second coat and let dry for 3-5 minutes.

This more complicated look can still be pulled off with the right tools. Who wouldn't be mesmerized by a fish scale mani that resembles the rainbow fish? 

Things You'll Need:

  • Nail polish
  • Circular nail tape
  • Glitter powder
  • Sealing formula
  • Bonding formula

How To Create:

  • Create a base color with the polish of your choice.
  • Using the circular nail tape, add more colored polishes in a scale pattern.
  • Once polished scales have dried, choose a select few to cover with bonding formula.
  • While formula is still wet, sprinkle glitter powder.
  • Apply bonding formula and let dry for 3-5 minutes.
  • Apply a second coat and let dry for 3-5 minutes.
These are just a few of the gorgeous looks you can rock this Summer! Here are a few more beach manis that will definitely attract some envious eyes :)


Missing the open sea? You'll die for this sailor mani!#blue #hexagon #glitterhttp://shop.glitties.com/cobalt-blue-hexagon-p78.aspx

Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Saturday, April 11, 2015
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Friday, June 26, 2015

Adding a Glitter Accent to Your Mani

One glitter mani trend that is just as gorgeous to look at as it is easy to create is the accent nail design. You can create any consistent nail art pattern and alter one nail by covering it with glitter. One nail can completely change your look!

What You'll Need:

  • Base polish
  • Nail polish
  • Glitter
  • Bonding Formula
  • Sealing Formula



This one is pretty simple:
  • Start by polishing your nails an even coat with the color of your choice (blue is used in this example).
  • Paint a second coat, and make sure to get the edges of your nails to prevent chipping!
  • Create the chevron look by placing nail tape and painting with your second color.
  • Create your glitter accent nail! We love the use of silver hexagon glitter on this. You can do this one of two ways:
Here's a fun one:
  • Once again, polish those nails!
  • Give your nails a second coat and paint the edges.
  • To create the colorful polka dots, use a dotting tool. Don't have a dotting tool? You can actually use a Q-tip, but your polka dots with be a larger size.
  • Create your glitter accent nail by following the same guidelines as shown above.


The perfect look for an ombre lover:
  • Create an ombre effect by putting the two colors you want on a makeup sponge and blending with a brush.
  • Take the blend on the sponge and apply it to your nails
  • To create the glitter accent design, tape off the sections you don't want the glitter on with nail tape.
  • Apply glitter. We recommend applying glitter directly to the nail with this one!
Still want more? Here a few more glitter accent nail looks we're in love with!
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Friday, June 19, 2015

4th Of July Glitter Mani

It's about that time to get those red, white and blue nail polishes out and ready! But why stop with simple polishes when you can use glitters of all shapes and sizes to spice up your patriotic nail art? We've found some amazing 4th Of July nail art inspirations that show how you can utilize your glitters for the upcoming holiday!

What You'll Need For These Looks:


  • Base polish
  • Red, white, and blue nail polishes
  • Glitter
  • Bonding Formula
  • Sealing Formula
  • Orange stick




  • For this Independence Day look you'll want to start with a base of the color of polish you'd like for each individual nail. We see some variations of reds and blues, it works really well!
  • Use nail tape to create clean cute lines needed for the flag accent nail and for the stripes on the blue nail.
  • Create a silver glitter polish or apply the silver glitter directly to the nail.
  • Don't forget to add that star glitter wherever your heart tells you to!




This 4th Of July mani is perfect for any lovers of hexagon glitter! 
  • Follow the same basic steps as above for the polish and glitter powder nails
  • Use your own creative glitter mix by following the instructions here
  • Place white (or any color) hexagon glitter on your blue polished nail by using an orange stick

Don't worry, that's not all! We've got plenty more looks for you to check out and recreate down below! You've got plenty of time to practice any and all looks catch your eye before July 4th arrives. Which nail art design are you dying to try? 


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Friday, June 12, 2015

Make Your Own Chevron Glitter Mani

Not sure what to do with your nails this weekend? Well look no further! We're going to show you an easy way to create your very own glitter chevron mani. The best thing about the chevron designs is that it doesn't look like they will be going out of style anytime soon. :)



What Will You Need?

  • Base polish
  • Bonding Formula
  • Sealing Formula
  • Nail polish 
  • Glitter/Glitter polish
  • Orange Stick
  • Nail tape/scotch tape


Start With Glitter

You can apply the glitter to your nails one of two ways: a glitter polish, or directly to the nails. Don't have a glitter polish and want to make your own? Our Gradient Glitter Nails blog post has all the details on making your own glitter polish.

So if you choose the glitter polish the application is pretty self explanatory. Apply a base coat, allow to dry, apply glitter polish. Not too difficult, right?

However, if you want to apply glitter directly to your nails it's gonna take a few more steps:


  1. Apply base coat to prevent discoloration and let dry.
  2. Place hand on heavy piece of card stock to catch excess glitter.
  3. Apply Bonding Formula.
  4. While Bonding Formula is still wet, sprinkle a generous amount of glitter onto your nails. With your finger, push the glitter gently into the bonding coat. Repeat the process until all 5 fingers are complete. Shake excess glitter onto the paper. Using an orange stick, carefully remove excess glitter from around the nail.
  5. If the glitter doesn't stick to a small area, or you desire your glitter color to be darker, repeat step 2 and 3 to the entire nail
  6. Complete the steps above on other hand and let nails dry for 3-5 mintues.
  7. Apply a second layer of Bonding Formula over the top of the glitter. Again, include the front edge.
  8. To save excess glitter, fold the paper in half and let the extra glitter slide into its jar.
  9. Apply Sealing Formula and let dry for 3-5 minutes.
  10. Apply second layer and let dry for 3-5 minutes.
  11. When nails are dry, brush or wash off any excess glitter.

Get Your Chevrons On!

Now that your nails are "glittered" it's time for the fun part! This is when you'll want to pick out whatever color combos your heart could possibly desire!

  1. Apply nail tape (or scotch tape) in a "V" shape as many or as few times as you want.
  2. Paint your nails! 
  3. Remove nail tape from nails
  4. Love your nails!
Pretty simple, huh? Now you and your nails are ready for the weekend!

XOXO, 
Glitties
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Friday, May 29, 2015

How To: Gradient Glitter Nails

Gradients are a big trend in nail art so we've got a fun and simple way to create a gradient mani with polish and glitter! Intrigued? We thought so ;)


Blue nails with gold glitter powder and hexagons. Pinterest find#gold #hexagon #glitterhttp://shop.glitties.com/metallic-sunburst-p192.aspx
Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Tuesday, May 5, 2015

So what will you need?



Create A Glitter Polish

So first thing's first, we're going to start by creating the glitter you want to use. 

  1. Use any color and shape combo your heart desires (although we suggest starting out with a simple powder if this is your first time) in an empty jar.
  2. Place a few drops, or a small amount of suspension base nail polish on a paper plate. Don't be afraid to use a little portion of the nail polish to test. Shake in a bit of the glitter combo you've already created into the few drops of polish
  3. Use your orange stick to mix the glitter and polish together. After mixing, do a test swatch on paper or a nail. Feel free to experiment until you get your perfect look!
  4. Place a funnel into the top of the Franken Formula or polish bottle. Slowly add glitter into the bottle. 
  5. Add a couple of Franken Ballz, and shake! Test your mixed glitter polish on a nail. Add more glitter as needed.

Nail Time!

Okay, now that we have our glitter polish created we can get to our nails!

  1. Start by applying a base coat to your nails to prevent and color from bleeding through and staining your nails. (Stained nails ain't pretty!)
  2. Once base coat is dry, apply 1-2 coats of the colored polish you've chosen for your look. 
  3. Once your color has dried, apply a light coat of your glitter polish on the tips of your nails in a "C" shape. Make sure this coat is only lightly glittered.
  4. Now lay on another coat of the glitter polish in a "C" shape closer to the tip of the nail.
  5. Repeat this getting closer and closer to the tip of the nail until you get the gradient effect that you want.

Now that wasn't too hard, was it?! Now you've got the perfect gradient glitter nails! Here are some examples of what you can do with this look:






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Friday, March 27, 2015

Feature Friday

TGIF, right?! We want to start your weekend off right with our favorite nail art from the past week. So much to choose from, but we'll make it work! Hopefully some of these designs can give you some weekend nail art inspiration!




Looks like another hot '80's mani! Pinterest find#retro #nailart #manihttp://buff.ly/1LSsvGW
Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Monday, March 23, 2015

Add some hexagon glitter to your mani to spice things up!#white #hexagon #glitterhttp://shop.glitties.com/diamond-dust-hexagon-040-p469.aspx
Posted by Glitties Nail Art on Thursday, March 26, 2015
Which of these gorgeous manicures is your favorite of the week? We'd love to hear what you think in the comments below! XOXO, Glitties
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