Friday, November 4, 2011

Day 1: Gelish sandwich with Revlon Starry Pink

Well today I decided to do a trial run of the Gelish "sandwich" featuring Revlon "Starry Pink"

I'm not sold on this color.  I think I may swap it.  I bet I can dupe it with a milky pink and DL fairytale glitter.  I choose it because it's a fun neutral and work appropriate.



My method:
1. pH bond
2. Gelish foundation. Cure 1 minute.
3.  2 coats Revlon, waited 15 minutes to airdry.
4.  Gelish Top it off. Cure 3 minutes.
5.  Remove tacky layer.

First impression:  it really does leave a tacky layer, but the Cleanser and lint-free wipe take care of that problem.  My nails feel "thick" but it may be secondary to applying the products too thickly.  I guess I'll get better at it with time.  So I plan on posting what happens over the next few days.  Rumor has it, may mani can stay chip free for 2 weeks or so.  Wish me luck!

Otherwise my plan B is to do a gel overlay on my nails, and proceed with the usually regular NP and topcoat.

In regards to stamping, after experiencing this tackiness in person:  stamp after last step and apply a good top coat.  I think the Gelish Top it off will smear Konad.

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