Moose Nails

Creating Red French Tip Nails with White Bows: Essential Materials and Tips

Red French tip nails with a white bow accent on select nails, combining bold elegance with a playful touch.

Polishes Needed:

GAOY Milky White x Jelly Nude Gel Nail Polish Set, 6 Transparent Colors Sheer Pink Orange Gel Nail Kit for Salon Gel Manicure and Nail Art DIY at Home
Good base colors before a french tip or any other nail designs
Beetles 2 Pcs 15ml No Wipe Gel Top Coat and Base Coat Set - Shine Finish and Long Lasting, Soak Off LED Nail Lamp Gel Base Top Coat Finish Nail Art Design Manicure Gifts for Women
Achieve a flawless and long-lasting manicure with the Beetles No Wipe Gel Top Coat and Base Coat Set, perfect for a glossy, professional finish.
RARJSM Black White Gel Nail Polish Red Nail Polish Set Soak Off Gel Polish 3PCS 7.5ML UV LED Curing Required Nail Polish Nail Art French Manicure DIY at Home
Red, White, and Black RARJSM gel nail polish set that looks flawless

Other Items/ Tools Recommended:

SUNUV SUN2C 48W UV Light for Nails,UV LED Nail Lamp with 4 Timer Settings,LED Nail Light Compatible with All Gel Types, Quick Drying Nail Dryer Pink
This my favorite uv light lamp to cure gel nails
Nail Art Brushes, 9PCS Nail Brushes for Nail Art with Nail Liner Brush and Nail Dotting Pens for Home Use and Professional Nail Salon
Create stunning nail designs with this 9-piece Nail Art Brushes set, featuring liner brushes and dotting pens for detailed nail art.

Cuticle Trimmer with Cuticle Pusher and Cutter-YINYIN Cuticle Remover Nippers Professional Stainless Steel Cutter Clippers,Pedicure Manicure Tools for Fingernails Toenails(Silver)
Keep your nails looking perfect with the YINYIN Cuticle Remover Nippers and Pusher set, crafted from stainless steel for precise and effective cuticle care.

Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover™, Nail Treatment, Fast Drying, Contains Aloe and Chamomile
Achieve perfectly groomed nails with Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover™, enriched with aloe and chamomile for fast and gentle cuticle care.

6Pcs Cuticle Oils Pen Nourishment Pens 6 Smell Revitalizer for Nail Skin Care
After doing anything to your nails it is important to use cuticle oil to keep your natural nails strong
Teenitor Nail File and Buffer Set, 6 pcs Nail Files & Nail Buffer Blocks for Natural Nails, Emery Boards for Nails, Nail Buffer and Shine Kit, Ridge Filler for Nails Fingernail Files 100/180 Grit
Keep your nails looking perfect with the YINYIN Cuticle Remover Nippers and Pusher set, crafted from stainless steel for precise and effective cuticle care.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preparation:

  • Clean Your Nails: Wash your hands and remove any old polish. Ensure your nails are clean and dry.
  • Shape Your Nails: Use a nail file to shape your nails to your desired length and shape.
  • Push Back Cuticles: Gently push back your cuticles with a cuticle pusher.
  • Buff the Nail Surface: Lightly buff the surface of your nails to remove any shine, which helps the gel polish adhere better.
  • Clean the Nails: Wipe your nails with a lint-free wipe soaked in nail cleanser or rubbing alcohol to remove dust and oils.

2. Apply Base Coat:

  • Base Coat Application: Apply a thin layer of gel base coat to each nail.
  • Cure Under UV/LED Lamp: Cure your nails under the UV/LED lamp according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 30-60 seconds).

3. Create Red French Tips:

  • Apply Red Polish: Using a fine nail art brush or striping brush, carefully paint red polish onto the tips of your nails, following the natural curve of your nail.
  • Perfect the Line: Clean up any uneven edges using the brush dipped in a little acetone or nail cleanser.
  • Cure Under Lamp: Cure the red tips under the UV/LED lamp for the recommended time.
  • Second Coat (Optional): If the red polish is not opaque enough, apply a second coat and cure again.

4. Create White Bow Accent Nails:

  • Choose Accent Nails: Decide which nails you want to accent with bows (usually the ring finger).
  • Draw the Bow: Using a fine nail art brush and white gel polish, draw a small bow on the selected nail(s). You can start by creating two small loops (like a ribbon) and then adding a small dot in the center as the knot.
  • Perfect the Bow: If you’re not confident in freehand drawing, you can use bow nail art stickers or create the bow with a dotting tool by making dots for the loops and knot.
  • Cure Under Lamp: Cure the bow design under the UV/LED lamp.
  • Second Coat (Optional): Apply a second coat if needed for a more vibrant white, then cure again.

5. Apply Top Coat:

  • Top Coat Application: Apply a thin layer of gel top coat to seal in your design and add shine.
  • Cure Under Lamp: Cure your nails under the UV/LED lamp for the recommended time.
  • Final Wipe: After curing, wipe your nails with a lint-free wipe and nail cleanser to remove the sticky residue.

6. Finishing Touches:

  • Moisturize Cuticles: Apply cuticle oil around your nails to keep your cuticles hydrated.
  • Admire Your Work: Enjoy your red French tip nails with white bow accents!

Tips:

  • If you’re new to nail art, practice drawing bows on a piece of paper first to get the hang of it.
  • Use thin layers of polish to avoid a bulky appearance.
  • If using nail stickers for the bows, apply them before the top coat to seal them in securely.

With patience and practice, you’ll have a beautiful, salon-quality manicure!

Red French tip nails with a white bow accent on select nails, combining bold elegance with a playful touch.