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So, I tried my hand at doing nail overlays on my natural nails the other day, and let me tell you, it was quite the adventure! I’ve always loved experimenting with different nail art, and I figured, why not give this a shot? It’s a good way to keep my nails looking fresh.
First things first, I gathered all my materials. I made sure I had acrylic powder, liquid monomer, some nail brushes, and of course, my trusty nail file. I wanted to make sure my natural nails were totally clean, so I took off any old nail polish and gave them a good scrub. Gotta start with a clean slate, right?
Next, I mixed the acrylic powder and the liquid monomer. This part was a little tricky. You gotta get the right consistency – not too runny, not too thick. It hardened pretty quickly once I put it on, so I had to work fast.
Then came the fun part – applying the mixture to my nails! I used a small brush to carefully shape the acrylic over my natural nails. It took some patience, but I think I did a decent job for my first time. I made sure to cover the entire nail evenly.
- Applying it evenly is key!
- Don’t rush the process, slow and steady.
- Clean up any mistakes quickly before it sets.
Once the acrylic dried, I filed and shaped my nails to my liking. This was probably the most time-consuming part, but it’s super important to get the shape you want. I went for a simple, rounded shape this time around.
Finally, after all that work, I sealed everything with a top coat. And there you have it! My very own DIY nail overlays. It wasn’t perfect, but hey, practice makes perfect. Plus, it was a lot of fun!
My Takeaways
It’s definitely something I’ll try again. It’s a great way to strengthen your natural nails and have some fun with different designs. And the process is really something that gets better with practice. I learned a lot from this first attempt, and I’m already thinking about what I’ll do differently next time. You definitely need to be patient, but it is so rewarding to see the finished product.