So you’ll recognize the base of my gradient from my swatch post of Rimmel Salon Pro in Reggae Splash.
I’ve just started doing gradients in the last little while. I got discouraged because I’ve never been the best at getting my colors to blend the way that I want. But I’ve been working on getting better at the technique, and my blend between colors seems to be getting more seamless.
The polishes used were:
- Rimmel Salon Pro in Reggae Splash — my lighter peach base color.
- Relvon Nail Enamel in Siren — the darker orange gradient.
- Layla Soft Touch Collection in Golden Touch — gold polish layered on accent nails.
- Sally Hansen Diamond Flash top coat.
Not only am I really impressed with how my gradient turned out, but the colors totally remind me of a sunset–especially with the added gold on my accent nails. I thought about adding the gold to all the nails, but the boyfriend told me I should just leave it as accent nails. (He may, or may not, have just said it so I would come to bed haha.)
These were the perfect burst of color on what was a dreadful, grey day. It may have been raining like heck outside, but I just had to look at my nails and I was instantly somewhere warm and sunny. It makes me even more excited for what will (hopefully) be a gorgeous summer, full of bright colorful manis! Plus I love wearing orange–it brings out my Olive under tones, and instantly makes me look SO tanned.
So what’s your technique for getting gradients just right? I’m always looking for tips and tricks, so I’d appreciate any wisdom the internet has to offer.
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