To use clear nail dip powder, you'll typically apply it after a base coat to add strength and structure to your manicure, often encapsulating colors or glitters, or to build an apex for added durability.
Here's a general process based on the available information:
- Primer Application: Apply a nail primer, focusing on the regrowth area of the nail. This helps with adhesion. Wait approximately 10 seconds for the primer to dry completely.
- Base Coat Application: Apply a thin layer of dip powder base coat to the nail.
- Dipping in Clear Powder: Immediately dip the nail into the clear dip powder. Ensure the nail is fully submerged, but avoid flooding the cuticle area.
This clear dip powder step serves multiple purposes:
- Adding Strength: Clear dip powder can be used to reinforce the natural nail or extend the durability of other dip powder colors.
- Encapsulation: It can encapsulate glitter, nail art, or colored dip powders, protecting them and creating a smooth finish.
- Apex Building: Clear dip powder is often used to create an apex, which is the highest point of the nail's curve, adding structural integrity and preventing breakage.
It's crucial to allow each layer of the dip powder system to dry properly before proceeding with the next step, and always follow the specific instructions provided by the manufacturer of your chosen dip powder system.
