More gradient nails!

When it comes to trying something, or anything, practice makes perfect. It is a rule and a code to live by. 

Even if its something like doing your nails. It takes practice. Lots of it. 

I have tried gradient nails twice more since my last post on this topic. 

To read my last post on gradient nails, where I try 3 times, click here . 

So I tried again, last week, and even though I wasnt really going for a patriotic theme, this is what I ended up with...

I did better with the placement of the polish this time, using a makeup sponge. 

                    

But the hardest part for me actually, is cleaning up and staying neat in the first place. 

I bought a new nail polish remover specifically for gel nails and glitter polish. It did help but, still I needed to get neater. 

So I tried again, yesterday...

This time, I tried a tip I saw on YouTube by using eye shadow applicators on all my nails except my thumbs. 

I also used a peel off base coat around my cuticles. 

This is how well I did! 

 After cleaning...

I feel like the eyeshadow applicators work awesome as far as keeping the polish neatly on the nail, but the effect with the makeup sponge is better. There is a more or a defined line when using an eyeshadow applicator. Which if you want a crisp tip or strips, this would be an excellent choice to help you out. 

The more I try these nails, the better I get and the more ideas I have. 

My focus for now is getting them clean around the cuticle and really sharpening up the lines. 

Simply Nailogical is a great resource for gradient nails. She has taught me alot.

Check out her videos here. 

Her latest video is a great resource for how to make your manicure last longer. 

Check out that video here.

I am happy with my progress at doing my own nail art. 

As a former gel nail wearing-salon visiting-addict, I am happy to do my own nails and proud I keep getting better. 

Practice makes perfect!