I never seem to know what to do with my nails during the summer time. I always feel fresh out of ideas. So I decided to have a chat with celebrity manicurist for CoverGirl,Marysol Inzerillo, for inspiration. Marysol created this really cool glittery ombre manicure that was inspired by summer sunsets and the beach. Imagine how amazing this would look against your colorful summer outfits too? It works on all nail shapes and sizes–it even looks great against all skin tones.
As complicated as this gorgeous nail design might appear, it's actually extremely easy to replicate. Check out a few of Marysol's super simple steps below to help you do this look yourself at home!
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Step 1: Marysol began by applying one coat of a peachy polish as the base coat. She used CoverGirl Outlast Stay Brilliant Nail Gloss in Peaches & Cream ($4).
Step 2: Afterwards she layered on a glittery mint shade over all the nails, minus the pointer fingers. I love Deborah Lipmann Mermaids Eyes ($19). About the three-quarters of the nail should be covered. "Tap your polish brush along the nail edges to help seal in the color," suggests Marysol.
Step 3: She then allowed the nails to dry for about 2 minutes and then starting at the base of each nail brush a shimmery gold polish in an upward motion. Try Orly Nail Lacquer in Prisma Gloss Gold ($7).
Step 4: "Always clean around the edges while you're applying the nail polish for a clean and polished look," says Marysol who also recommends using a sponge if you have problems painting your own nails.
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