White Moonlight Gradient Glitter Nails — Step-by-Step Tutorial

Create an ethereal white moonlight gradient look with delicate pink crushed diamond glitter and high-transparency diamond powder for a stunning shimmering finish.

Steps

1. 1Apply white bean-paste gel with a sponge

   

   Take a makeup sponge and apply white bean-paste gel to it. Gently dab the sponge onto the nail tip to create a soft, smooth gradient effect. Ensure the transition between the colors looks seamless and natural before curing under the UV/LED lamp.

   Tip: Use a light tapping motion rather than pressing down hard to achieve an even and natural gradient texture.
2. 2Pat white gradient on the nail tip

   

   Take a makeup sponge with white bean-paste gel and gently pat it onto the nail tip to build a soft gradient effect. Cure the layer under the UV/LED lamp once the desired opacity and fade are achieved.

   Tip: Pat lightly to ensure the gradient looks smooth and diffused rather than patchy.
3. 3Cure the white gradient layer

   

   Place the finger into the UV/LED lamp to fully cure the white gradient layer applied on the tip. Ensure proper placement so the gel cures evenly without shifting.

   Tip: Keep the finger steady inside the lamp to avoid any smudging of the gradient design.
4. 4Pick up light pink crushed diamond gel

   

   Use a fine liner brush to pick up a small amount of Dolis S50 light pink crushed diamond gel from the jar, preparing it for application at the cuticle areacite: 1.

   Tip: Take a small amount on the brush tip to prevent excess product pooling.
5. 5Apply pink glitter gel at the cuticle area

   

   Apply the pink glitter gel gently at the back edge (cuticle area) and blend it towards the nail tip to create a stunning gradient effectcite: 1.

   Tip: Keep the application thinner as you move down toward the middle of the nail for a smooth transition.
6. 6Cure the glitter gradient

   

   Place the finger under a UV/LED lamp to cure the applied pink crushed diamond gel gradient, locking the shimmering effect in placecite: 1.

   Tip: Ensure the hand is positioned correctly inside the lamp for uniform curing.
7. 7Apply structure top coat

   

   Apply a top coat designed to hold glitter, building a little structure to level out the nail surface and eliminate any gritty texture from the crushed diamond gel. Cure under the lamp afterward.

   Tip: Building a slight apex structure ensures a smooth, glossy finish over textured glitter layers.
8. 8Cure the top gel structure

   

   Place the finger under the UV/LED lamp to thoroughly cure the leveling top gel structure. This locks in the smooth surface and protects the underlying glitter design.

   Tip: Allow adequate cure time to ensure the structural top coat hardens completely.
9. 9Apply high-transparency diamond powder

   

   Use a sponge to pat high-transparency diamond powder onto the nail tip to create an extra shimmering gradient effect. Remember to wipe the three sides after patting to prevent lifting.

   Tip: Wiping the edges clean prevents product buildup and stops the powder from lifting along the sides.
10. 10Wipe the nail sides

    

    Wipe the three sides of the nail with a lint-free wipe to remove any excess product or residue and prevent lifting.

    Tip: Ensure the sides are thoroughly cleaned before curing to maintain a clean edge.
11. 11Apply shiny top coat

    

    Apply a final shiny top coat to the entire nail to seal the design and provide a glossy finish.

    Tip: Cap the free edge to ensure long-lasting wear and prevent chipping.
12. 12Final cure under UV/LED lamp

    

    Place the finger under a UV/LED lamp for a final cure to fully harden the top coat and lock in the manicure.

    Tip: Make sure the hand is positioned correctly under the lamp for even curing.

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