Glam Nail Tutorials for Award Season

Introduction

Awards season is in full swing, showcasing the best in movies, music, and television. As the stars grace the red carpets, they set trends not just in fashion but also in beauty. Among the key elements of a glamorous ensemble is a stunning manicure. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a roundup of nail looks from the Golden Globes and Emmys, complete with step-by-step tutorials to ensure your clients are red-carpet ready.

Emily Blunt’s Rose Gold Nails

Nails by: Julie Kandalec (@julieknailsnyc)

Products Used: The GelBottle (thegelbottle.us)

Step-by-Step How-To:

1. Begin with thorough nail prep to ensure a smooth surface.
2. Apply a gel base coat and cure under an LED lamp.
3. Apply a thin coat of The GelBottle’s Rose Gold. Cure again.
4. Add a second coat of Rose Gold and cure.
5. Finish off with a gel top coat to seal in your design.

Jennifer Coolidge’s Bronze French Tips

Nails by: Temeka Jackson (@customtnails1)

Products Used: OPI (opi.com)

Step-by-Step How-To:

1. Shape the nails into a medium almond shape.
2. Apply the OPI GelColor Stay Classic Base Coat and cure for 30 seconds.
3. Apply two thin coats of OPI GelColor in Bare My Soul, curing for 30 seconds between coats.
4. Use the OPI GelColor Stay Matte Top Coat and wipe clean with OPI Expert Touch Nail Wipes.
5. Paint the French tip using OPI GelColor in Worth a Pretty Penne.
6. Apply OPI Chrome Effects No-Cleanse Top Coat only on the French tip.
7. Use a sponge-tipped applicator to apply OPI Chrome Effects in Bronzed by the Sun on top of the French tip and remove excess with a cosmetic brush.
8. Lastly, apply a thin coat of OPI Chrome Effects No-Cleanse Top Coat over the entire nail.

Christina Applegate’s Rich Red Nails

Nails by: Vanessa Sanchez McCullough (@nailzbyvee)

Products Used: Aprés Nail (apresnail.com)

Step-by-Step How-To:

1. Begin with nail prep, ensuring your nails are clean and dry.
2. Apply a gel base coat and cure.
3. Apply two coats of Smoker’s Lounge, curing in between each coat.
4. Add a layer of Top Gelcoat X, but do NOT cure immediately.
5. Using a detail brush, create different size dots of Birnam Wood on the nail, allowing the polish to diffuse slightly.
6. Once satisfied with the design, flash cure in an LED lamp.
7. Finish with another coat of Top Gelcoat X to seal the design.

Conclusion

As you prepare your clients for the award season, these celebrity-inspired nail tutorials will ensure they stand out on any occasion. Whether opting for the classic elegance of rose gold or the trendy bronze French tips, these designs will keep your clients ahead of the trends. So grab your tools, choose your favorite look, and get started on creating stunning nails fit for the red carpet!