Nude Summer Dried Flower Nail Art — Step-by-Step Tutorial

Create an elegant and versatile summer manicure featuring delicate pressed dried flowers and subtle gold foil flakes over a chic nude base.

Steps

1. 1Apply Nude Base Color

   

   Apply the versatile nude base color 25 evenly onto the nail using the polish brush, ensuring smooth coverage from the cuticle to the free edge without flooding the sidewalls.

   Tip: Apply in thin, controlled strokes to prevent pooling around the cuticles and ensure an even, translucent finish.
2. 2Cure the Base Color

   

   Place the hand under a portable UV/LED nail lamp to cure the nude base color gel completely, setting it for the next design phase.

   Tip: Ensure your hand is positioned correctly under the lamp to allow even light distribution across the entire nail surface.
3. 3Showcase Cured Nude Base Color

   

   Display the cured nude 25 base color on your hand to verify the smooth and versatile foundation. This shade provides a clean, neutral background that enhances subsequent nail art elements like dried flowers. Ensure the finish is completely dry and even before moving on to decorative placement.

   Tip: A smooth and properly cured base ensures that your decorative elements lay flat without lifting.
4. 4Apply Base Gel Layer

   

   Apply a fresh coat of clear base gel onto the cured nail plate using a fine liner brush, creating a tacky surface that will hold the dried flower decorations securely in place.

   Tip: Do not cure this layer yet, as you will need the wet surface to position your dried flower pieces.
5. 5Place Dried Flowers

   

   Using precision tweezers, pick up individual colorful dried flower pieces from the container and arrange them carefully onto the wet base gel according to your preferred design.

   Tip: Gently press down on each flower piece with the tips of the tweezers to ensure it sits flat against the gel surface without curling edges.
6. 6Adjust and Press Dried Flowers and Gold Foil

   

   Carefully arrange your chosen dried flowers and gold foil flakes onto the tacky layer of the nail. Use a tool to gently press and adjust each element so they adhere securely without protruding or curving up at the edges. Take your time to balance the floral and metallic accents harmoniously across the design space.

   Tip: Gently press down the edges of the dried flowers to make sure they are completely flat and embedded before sealing.
7. 7Apply Strengthening Gel and Top Coat

   

   Apply a layer of strengthening gel over the arranged dried flowers and gold foil elements to encapsulate and protect them. Follow this with a final layer of high-gloss top coat to seal the entire manicure and add long-lasting shine. Cure the nails thoroughly under your UV or LED lamp to lock everything in place.

   Tip: Make sure the strengthening gel completely covers the dried flower edges to prevent them from catching or peeling off.

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