Dip the brush back into the polish, if needed, and fill in each side of the nail, working from base to tip. Repeat with each nail. Allow the first coat of polish to dry for two minutes before applying a second coat of nail polish in the same manner. Let that dry for another two minutes.
Dip a nail brush in foil adhesive, and paint a very thin, even layer of adhesive on the area of the nail where you intend to apply the foil. If you're covering the entire nail as a wrap, apply the adhesive to the whole nail. If the foil you are using is self-adhesive, skip this step and peel off the backing of the foil that you want to adhere to the nail.
Place the nail foil on your nail once the adhesive is clear and tacky. Most nail foils should be applied with the face-side facing down or with the shiny side facing up. Hold the nail foil in place for a few seconds, and then rub firmly over the surface of the foil with a cotton swap or fingertip. If you're using the foil as a wrap to cover the entire nail, smoothing it is particularly important to prevent any wrinkles in the foil.
Brush a layer of top coat or finishing sealer on your nails to seal the foil in place. Be gentle, and start in the middle at the base of your nail. You will now have a perfectly foiled nail. You want it to stay that way, right? You better apply a top coat. This will protect the foil from lifting around the edges. Beauty hack: Expert paints cow print themed nails. You need: Nail polish Nail foil adhesive Transfer foil Cotton swab Make sure you have ordered these items online before you try this at home.
This method will not work well with regular kitchen foil, so don't even think about it! Carve out at least half an hour to give this style a go, because you have to be very precise. How to apply nail foil: Foil nails are easy when you know how Image: Getty.
How to apply nail foil: And, we aren't talking about tin foil Image: Getty. How to take off acrylic gel nails at home. Step One File your nails into whatever shape you like, and push back your cuticles but do not cut them. How did your go with it? Any expert tips to share for working with foils? Did you enjoy this post? Then stay in touch by subscribing to our Weekly Newsletter or follow us via Bloglovin for daily updates.
Paint second coat of polish and let it dry for a few minutes until almost dry but still a bit tacky. A good test is to touch your polish and see if you still can leave finger prints on it.
If so, gently press a small piece of foil cut in advance on the surface of your nails. If not, press a bit more.
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