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Chrome Magnum

This chrome nail art look features glitters and metallics and is perfect for someone who loves edgy nail art styles.

Chrome Effects Nail Art
Chrome Effects Nail Art
  1. Apply 1 coat of OPI GelColor Base Coat after proper nail prep. Cure for 30 seconds in the OPI LED Light.
  2. Apply 2 thin coats of OPI GelColor in Alpine Snow. Cure each coat for 30 seconds in the OPI LED Light.
  3. Apply 1 thin coat of OPI GelColor Chrome Effects No-Cleanse Top Coat. Cure for 30 seconds in the OPI LED Light.
  4. Vertically place a piece of thick striping tape in the center of the nail. 
  5. Use an applicator sponge to apply OPI Chrome Effects Mixed Metals on one side of the taped area. Rub onto the nail until the Chrome Effect starts to appear. 
  6. Use a cosmetic brush to dust off excess powder. Carefully remove the nail art tape. 
  7. Use a 240 File to lightly file the free edge only on the area with chrome powder. Use a cosmetic brush to dust off excess powder.
  8. Apply 1 thin coat of OPI GelColor Chrome Effects No-Cleanse Top Coat. 
  9. Cure for 30 seconds in the OPI LED Light.
  10. Prepare the surface for nail art by lightly buffing with the 280 side of the FLEX 220/280 Buffer. 
  11. Use OPI GelColor Black Onyx to paint a straight line down the center of the nail. 
  12. Cure for 30 seconds in the OPI LED Light.
  13. Use OPI GelColor Black Onyx to paint angled lines and a triangle inside the chrome area. Fill in the triangle and flash cure for 15 seconds as needed. 
  14. Cure for 30 seconds in the OPI LED Light.
  15. Apply 1 thin coat of the OPI GelColor Chrome Effects No-Cleanse Top Coat. 
  16. Cure for 30 seconds in the OPI LED Light.

To complete this look you will need:

Watch the tutorial:

Chrome Effects GelColor Nail Art Tutorial | Chrome-Magnum