It’s the 40th anniversary of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and what better way to celebrate than with Gelish’s new Two-of-a-Kind color set and a Rocky Horror-inspired Challenge #8. Contestants were asked to create a Rocky Horror-inspired manicure that can be worn out for Halloween. The final set must include polish and gel-polish with the colors red, black, and white and a glow-in-the dark component. Visit this link to vote for your favorite set of nails by Thursday, Oct. 29th at 12 PM, PST: http://www.nailsmag.com/nexttopnailartist/2015/challenges/week-8gelishThe votes will be combined with our judges scores, the winner will receive an 18G LED lamp, ProHesion Master Kit, Fantastic Four pack, and 4 bottles of Gelish (an over $500 value), and one artist will be eliminated.You can also play along to win prizes at home using the hashtag #GelishPlayAtHome on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Details here: http://www.nailsmag.com/nexttopnailartist/2015/play-home
Gina Silvestro, USA Crystal Culture Director and Authorized Swarovski Instructor, demonstrates the proper application of Swarovski’s newest product created just for nails. Crystal Pixie is available in four colors and consists of tiny particles of round crystals mixed with tiny cut crystals which add a beautiful shine to nails.
Here’s how you apply it:
1. Prep the nail and keep it thin because the product will add thickness to the nail which will also give it strength. For enhancements, thin out the nail slightly prior application of Pixie.
2. Apply one thin layer of Akzéntz Pro-Formance Adhere and cure. Apply Akzéntz Enhance Pink and cure.
3. Apply a layer of Akzéntz Bling On. Do not cure.
4. Sprinkle Crystal Pixie over the uncured layer of gel. Make sure to rotate the nail to get the crystals on the entire nail.
5. Remove any excess Pixie from the edges of the nail and tuck any stragglers inward to avoid the cuticle and the edge of the nail.
6. Gently pat down the crystals with a clean and dry brush to create set and secure the crystals in the gel for a smooth layer. Cure.
7. Cap the outer edges with Akzéntz Shine-On. Cure.
For more information, visit www.gelessentialz.com.
We visited Young Nails HQ! Tracey Reierson, director of education at Young Nails, shows a complete manicure on NAILS executive editor Beth Livesay and guides us through her thought process when a new client walks through the door. She shows how to remove gel-polish with an electric file, a three-color glitter press technique, and nail stamping tips.This set is also featured on the Young Nails YouTube Channel in vlog #49, featuring an ombre nail with stamping on top: http://www.nailsmag.com/video/119910/mermaid-nail-art-at-young-nails-headquarters
