Almond Nails with Vitrail Effect

Gradient with Acrylic Glitter

Craft a stunning classic almond shape using acrylic, showcasing a glittery extension from the Barbie Collection softly blended into the natural nail bed. Enhance the look with white gel-painted florals, glimmering AB Magic Flakes, and a translucent color gradient using Glassy Lac. Complete the design with Swarovski crystals for a truly enchanting finish.

Step by step

1. Prep & Disinfect: Remove cuticles and cleanse the natural nail with Nail Prep.

2. Form & Bond: Secure the reinforced nail form with metallic tape, then apply Fantasy Bond.

3. Extension Base: Sculpt the nail extension using Barbie Collection glitter acrylic powder, gradually fading it toward the middle of the natural nail.

4. Encapsulate: Cover the entire nail with SPEED CLEAR acrylic powder.

5. Shape & Buff: Gently remove the form, pinch the nail for a refined almond contour, then file and polish.

6. Floral Details: Paint flowers using White Gel Painting and cure under a UV/LED lamp. Rub AB Magic Flakes over the cured flower design for a luminous effect.

7. Translucent Gradient:

• Apply Base & Top coat from the cuticle to the mid-nail.

• On the remaining half (from mid-nail to the free edge), apply Glassy Lac Pink.

• Softly blend where the two products meet to create a seamless gradient, then cure in the UV/LED lamp.

8. Crystal Centers: Adhere Swarovski crystals at the center of each flower using Stickey.

9. Finish: Seal your design with Finish Gel or Flexi Glossy Top, carefully surrounding the crystals, then cure under the UV/LED lamp for a brilliant shine.