Metallic nail polish is known for its perfect smooth surface that it creates once applied. But more times then I like to admit, the formulas of these nail polishes are created in a way that they leave a streaky mess on the nails. So, I decided to embrace the imperfection most metallic polishes carry and make it into a whole new look.

WHAT YOU NEED:

For this manicure, you need a light colored crackle polish, I used Essence Crack Me! White and a good and nourishing base coat polish, I used Alessandro Nail Hardener. There is no need for a colored base coat since the metallic nail polish covers everything up.

The 3 metallic polishes I used are Essie Blue Rhapsody, Essence Steel-ing The Scene and S-he Stylezone no. 030.

Also, you will need a cosmetic wedge sponge and some studs to give the look an extra pop.

TUTORIAL:

Step 1: Apply base nail polish.

Step 2: Apply crackle nail polish. It is important to apply it on a base coat polish since otherwise they crackle doesn't crack as well.

Step 3: Apply blobs of the 3 polishes on the makeup sponge and apply it on the crackled nails. Visit my very specific tutorial on how to apply nail polish with a makeup sponge HERE.

Step 4: Clean up the edges and apply the skull stud. I recommend a generous amount of nail glue for that. It is okay if you don't use any top coat here since the point of it all is the textured look.

FINISHED LOOK:

Here is the finished results, I love how they turned out! I mean just look at all the subtle colors that match the little crystal skull! The colors are so light that they almost look pastel and that makes this look perfect for the Spring days that always feature a lot of light romantic colors.

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