1. Prep the nail with two thin layers of OPI GelColor Bubble Bath. Cure between coats. Frame your nail with a thin line using Gelish Black Shadow. Create a marbling effect with Akzéntz Options Maple Sugar and cure. Seal the look with Gelish Top-It-Off.


2. Paint flowers using red, yellow, and blue gel.


3. Add tiny black lines around the petals with Gelish Black Shadow for a dramatic effect. Add little touches of silver gel to add shine. Finish with a clear top coat.

Nails by Bella Martinelli, Costa Mesa, Calif. @bellanailglam

Want to see your nail art how-to here? Email sigourney.nunez@bobit.com

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