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Chrome Magnum

Step up your manicure with nail art featuring shades from the OPI Chrome Collection! This sophisticated nail art look is guaranteed to turn heads.

Step by Step

  1. Step 1

    Begin by applying 1 coat of OPI GelColor Base Coat of your choice, to properly prepped nails. Cure for 30 seconds in OPI LED Light.

  2. Step 2

    Apply 2 thin coats of OPI GelColor in Alpine Snow. Cure each coat 30 seconds in OPI LED Light.

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  3. Step 3

    Apply 1 thin coat of a No-Cleanse Top Coat. Cure 30 seconds in OPI LED Light.

  4. Step 4

    Vertically place a piece of thick striping tape in the center of the nail.

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  5. Step 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.

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  6. Step 6

    Use a cosmetic brush to dust off excess powder. Carefully remove the nail art tape.

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  7. Step 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. Step 8

    Apply 1 thin coat of a No-Cleanse Top Coat. Cure 30 seconds in OPI LED Light.

  9. Step 9

    Prepare the surface for nail art by lightly buffing with the 280 side of the FLEX 220/280 Buffer.

  10. Step 10

    Use OPI GelColor Black Onyx to paint a straight line down the center of the nail. Cure 30 seconds in OPI LED Light.

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  11. Step 11

    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. Cure 30 seconds in OPI LED Light.

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  12. Step 12

    Apply 1 thin coat of the OPI GelColor Chrome Effects No-Cleanse Top Coat. Cure 30 seconds in OPI LED Light.

Video Tutorial

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Chrome Effects Nail Art

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