Mermaid + Green Tea Latte + Crystal White + Shallow Gold

 

Products used:

- Glowdip starter set

- Colour: Mermaid

- Colour: Green Tea Latte

- Colour: Crystal White

- Colour: Shallow Gold

Step-by-step instructions for applying "Mermaid + Green Tea Latte + Crystal White + Shallow Gold" Dipping Powder

Materials:

• Mermaid Dipping Powder
  
• Green Tea Latte Dipping Powder
• Crystal White Dipping Powder
• Shallow Gold Dipping Powder
• Base coat
• Activator
• Top coat
• Nail file and buffer
• Dusting brush or soft brush

Preparation

File your nails into the desired shape and gently push back your cuticles.

For optimal adhesion, lightly roughen/match the natural nails with a buffer block or the fine side of a file before application.

Be sure to remove invisible cuticle and skin debris as well, to avoid lifting.

Do not apply oils or creams before use.

Step 1: Base coat

Apply a thin layer of base coat to the upper half of the nail, and while it’s still tacky, dip just the top half into "Green Tea Latte". Let the powder settle for a second, then gently pour "Crystal White" over the remaining lower half of the nail to create a soft, dreamy gradient. Use a soft brush to dust off excess powder. Repeat this process for any accent nails you want to sparkle.

For the rest of the nails, keep it simple and elegant — apply base coat and dip fully into "Green Tea Latte". Tap off excess and clean the edges with a fluffy brush.

Now for the middle finger art moment: Start by using a fine nail tool (like a dotting tool or silicone brush) to place a streak of "Mermaid" shimmer directly in the center of the nail, lengthwise. Don’t worry about perfection — this adds dimension. Next, dip the whole nail into "Crystal White" to lock in the sparkle. After that layer sets, apply base coat only on the middle strip (where "Mermaid" is) and dip into "Green Tea Latte". Let dry for a second, then apply another layer of base coat and dip the entire nail into "Crystal White" again. Continue by applying base coat and dipping into "Shallow Gold", and finish by layering once more with base coat and a final dip in "Green Tea Latte" to complete this multidimensional, stacked shimmer look.

✨Thumb tutorial coming next — it deserves its own spotlight.

Be sure to cover the edges well, but do not touch the skin around the nail.

Step 2: Base Coat & Color Powder

Repeat step 1 for optimal coverage, adhesion and beautiful and stunning color intensity.

Step 3: Activator Coat

Apply enough Activator Coat over the entire nail surface, edges and also at the tip. The Activator is the most important step in the application process because it seals and binds the layers to the nail, preventing air bubbles from forming and ensuring long-lasting adhesion. Allow the Activator Coat to dry for at least two minutes.

Step 4: Filing & Polishing

Now you can use the fine side of the file or a buffer to buff away all bumps and imperfections and bring the nails to the desired shape and thickness. It is important to file carefully so that you do not damage the surface and nails.

Step 5: Activator Coat

Repeat step 3. Again, apply enough Activator Coat to the entire nail and its perimeter to seal the layers optimally. Then allow the Activator Coat to dry for at least two minutes. To make sure the Activator Coat is dry, you can clean the surface of the nail with a paper towel after 2 minutes. This is to prevent the Top Coat from curing due to contamination.

Allow 2-3 minutes of waiting time between Top Coat and Activator Coat.

Step 6: Top Coat

Apply a thin layer of Top Coat evenly with 2-3 quick strokes and allow it to dry for at least two minutes.

Step 7: Top Coat

Repeat step 6. Apply a second, thin coat of Top Coat to the nails. Then let this dry for 2-3 minutes.

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And voila! With these simple steps, you will create beautiful, long-lasting nails with the 'Mermaid + Green Tea Latte + Crystal White + Shallow Gold' dipping powder. Have fun with your beautiful nails!