You can use glitter powder with acrylic by picking up a small bead of acrylic and applying it to the nail, then spreading it around with a brush to keep the glitter nice and flat.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
- Prepare the Nail: Ensure the nail is properly prepped with a base coat of acrylic. This provides a surface for the glitter acrylic to adhere to.
- Pick Up a Small Bead of Acrylic: Use your acrylic brush to pick up a small, manageable bead of clear or colored acrylic (depending on the desired look).
- Dip into Glitter Powder: While the acrylic bead is still wet on the brush, gently dip it into your glitter powder. The amount of glitter picked up will affect the final glitter density, so control the amount accordingly.
- Apply to the Nail: Place the glitter-covered acrylic bead onto the nail.
- Spread and Flatten: Use the brush to spread the glitter acrylic evenly across the desired area, ensuring the glitter particles are flattened and evenly distributed.
- Encapsulation (Optional but Recommended): To protect the glitter and create a smooth surface, encapsulate the glitter layer with a layer of clear acrylic. This prevents the glitter from chipping off and provides a professional finish. Apply a bead of clear acrylic over the glitter layer, and gently spread it.
- File and Shape: Once the acrylic is dry, file and shape the nail to the desired form.
- Finish: Apply a top coat of gel or regular nail polish for a glossy, protective finish.
