The shards are actually shredded foil.
With their sparkly and jagged appearance that guarantees a double take, shattered glass manicures capture all the above.
What Is a Shattered Glass Manicure?
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True to its name, the shattered glass manicure mimics the appearance of a broken window or mirror.
Its at once bold and eye-catching while still feeling chic and sophisticated.
This mani also goes by the name Aurora Nails given its other-worldly appearance.
Were giving you the rundown on two different nail polish tutorials.
Use a tiny pair of tweezers and strategically place the pieces onto the tacky layer of the cured gel.
You may need to do a couple coats.
Run your finger over the top after curing the first coat to confirm no pieces are sticking out.
All you need is three different types of polish and youre good to go.
Start by prepping your nails and then applying a base color of lacquer.
For something more subtle, use a lighter shade.
you’re able to apply a second coat if youre feeling it.
Otherwise, add your topcoat for a glossy finish and allow it to dry.
