I know I said in my previous update that my next post would be my BornPrettyStore haul, but I haven't had any time to write it up plus no inspiration :P So I decided to do a fun DIY project instead!
How to Make your own Nail Polish!
I've wanted to make my own nail polish for a really long time. If you guys didn't know, I really love doing nail art, because 1) it distresses me and 2) I just love having pretty nails~! ★~(◠‿◕✿)
So after watching cutepolish's How To Make your Own Nail Polish video which you can find {here}, I made it my mission to do this DIY during my summer!
You will need:
- a clear polish {I'm using Sinful Colors Clear Coat)
- eyeshadow of any color {I'm using NYX Triple Eyeshadow}
- sharp object to crush the eyeshadow {I'm using a plastic knife}
Optional: Work over a paper towel for easy peasy clean up!
Step 1: Choose your eyeshadow color! This will determine the color of your DIY nail polish!
I used the middle color of this NYX triple eyeshadow palette. It's a light purple/pink shimmer called Cotton Candy.
TIP: I recommend using a single eyeshadow pact, as I had to avoid messing up the other two eyeshadows in the palette >.< I also recommend using an eyeshadow you don't like on your eyes, but you like on your nails.
Step 2: Start crushing your eyeshadow using your sharp object! Don't be afraid to crush it into powder!
Step 3: To make it easier to put the eyeshadow inside the clear nail polish, roll up a scrap piece of paper put it inside the opening of the polish like so.
This will allow a cleaner way to put the eyeshadow inside the polish!
Step 4: And just start adding in the eyeshadow to the clear nail polish!
This is how mine turned out...a bit messy... or a lot messy~ But it was my first time. ^_^ I'll do better next time!
Step 5: Thoroughly mix the eyeshadow and the clear polish together using a thin mixing object, or just thoroughly shake the nail polish bottle until the eyeshadow disappeared.
And once that is done, your DIY nail polish is done!
I called mine, "Cotton Candy" after the eyeshadow I used.
Here is a swatch!
I know, it's sheer. And yours will probably be sheer as well! And that's okay. If you want a more opaque polish, use a matte eyeshadow or add more of your chosen eyeshadow color.
After 3 coats of my Cotton Candy DIY nail color:
It's a super pretty purple/pink shimmer sheer polish, just like the eyeshadow I chose!
I absolutely LOVE this color on my nails. It's super smooth to apply and the color is buildable as well! It's not heavy, as I didn't apply butt loads of eyeshadow, so my nails feel lightweight and smooth~ I'm officially in love with making my own nail polish!
I'm going to go buy more cheap clear nail polish the next time I'm at Target <3
If you guys try out this DIY don't hesitate to send me your pictures via Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat~!
Be true and always be you,chocobunnii13
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