So last time I did a glitter gradient nail art using glitter polish(of course!) and here is how I got rid of it.

Things you need:

1. Acetone (works better than nail polish remover but you can using a regular nail polish remover too)

2. Plastic sheet.

3. Cotton.

Step One: Take a piece of cotton and soak it in a cup filled with acetone/nail polish remover.

Step Two: Now place the soaked cotton on your nail.

Step Three: Immediately cover the nail and cotton bud with the plastic sheet. Wait for 5 mins. While you are waiting you can repeat the same for all nails.

Step Four: Remove the plastic sheet and swipe the cotton bud on your nail. Watch your nail polish go away at the same time!

Easy! No fuss! No frustration!

Apply cuticle oil and your nails are now ready for the next nail art!

ps: This post is totally inspired by my discussion with Aziz and Harsha in the last post

Do you have any other ideas?

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What is a base coat?

Base coat looks very similar to clear polish,but it’s not the same! A good quality base coat helps your nail polish to stick to your nail. Base coats are enriched with vitamins like vitamin E or calcium or other proteins,which keeps your nails healthy and prevent them from chipping and breaking.

Sometimes if you apply a dark nail polish like black, you will see that your nails are stained by that particular color, Or sometimes a yellow stain is very visible! Such stained nails look very ugly! Imagine you want to do a french manicure and the white tip looks yellowish..ewww!!Base coats are really very helpful to prevent such staining as they form a protective shield between the nail polish and the nails.

Also if you have uneven nails,it will create a smooth surface to give you a perfect manicure!

How to use a base coat?

Base coat is to be applied on your nail before any layer of nail polish. Just apply a single coat like any other regular polish and allow it to dry. Base coat dries really quickly so you don’t need to worry about wasting time. After its dry apply your favourite nail polish To remove use regular nail polish remover or acetone,whichever you prefer.

Where do I buy a good quality base coat in India? How much does it cost?

Unfortunately,base coats are not easily available in India!Especially offline! I’ve been to almost every beauty shop in Mumbai but all the gave me was clear polish! *angry*

I am currently using a Ranara base coat which works really well for me! You can purchase it here. I purchased it online for Rs. 300 with no shipping charges and cash on delivery One bottle will last a long time It’s better if you do this in a well ventilated room!

Is a base coat really necessary?

If you ask me, I would say YES! Earlier when I started with my nail art passion,I never used a base coat. So my nails became very brittle and yellowish. That’s when I did a lot of research and finally purchased a base coat for myself. After a single application, I started to observe the difference! Now I never do a nail art without applying a base coat If you can spend a lot of money on skin care then why not so little on nail care?

Is there anything in particular you would like to know about base coats? Have I missed something? Let me know in the comments section below

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What are dotting tools?

Dotting tools are basically pen type sticks with a round point at one or both end. These are used for multiple purposes like making dots on nails,in crafts and other artwork. The round point comes in various sizes to help you make different sized dots easily!

How to use a dotting tool?

Using a dotting tool for nail arts is easy( I’ve used dotting tools in many of my nail arts). Just put a drop of your chosen nail polish on a plate,dip the pointed end of the dotting tool in the polish and then apply on your nail. Use a bigger sized dotting tool for bigger dots and smaller dotting tool for smaller dots.

Can I make a dotting tool at home?

Yes, there are many household items you can use instead of a dotting tool,however if you want a perfect manicure,a dotting tool is best! Toothpicks are commonly used instead of dotting tools. Bobby pins,pins,pencils and ink-less ball point pens are also used instead of dotting tools. Toothpicks make good dots but if you want multiple even sized dots then its very difficult to obtain that without using dotting tools.

How to clean dotting tools?

Always clean your dotting tool after use. Soak a cotton pad in nail polish remover and clean the pointed head of the tool.

What is the price of dotting tools in India? Where do I buy dotting tools?

Dotting tools are cheap. One set will last a lifetime so its like an investment. You can buy dotting tools easily by ordering online. (Click here to buy)

It is also available in offline craft stores around Rs. 300-350. If you are planning to buy a set, I would suggest buying a full set rather than buying just a single size. Trust me, these will help you a lot with your nail arts!

What nail arts can I do using dotting tools?

Here’s a list of all the nail arts I’ve done using a dotting tool Hope it helps!

http://www.gonetrendy.com/category/nail-arts/

Is there anything else you would like to know about dotting tools? Have I missed anything? Feel free to ask in the comments section below

ps: Image source: Google Images

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