Marble Nails

Marble nails are one of the popular nail trends that aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. It is a classy design that is created beautifully with many different colors. This article shows you how to create a classic white and gray marbled design. Follow this Nailboo guide to learn how to create this manicure.

Nail Prep

If you aren’t using cuticle oil on your cuticles and the skin around them, you should give it a try. Cuticle oil hydrates and nourishes your nails for healthy nail growth and skin. Cuticle oil contains ingredients that are beneficial to your cuticles. 

Before beginning your manicure, gently push your cuticles back with the cuticle pusher. Doing this reveals more of your nail plate for a more even dip powder application.

Safety

As with any nail procedure, practice safety first. Wear a face mask and glasses while applying your dip powder manicure. Work in a well-ventilated area and use a fan whenever possible to encourage airflow. When your manicure is complete, clean your workspace to prevent powder from migrating to other areas of the room. Make sure everything is cleaned and your nail products placed away in a cool, dry place.

What You Need

A marble manicure requires a few special nail products. A plastic spoon helps you create the marbled effect. Here is what you need:

• Nailboo dip powder started kit
• Nailboo dip color in Here’s a Tip
• Nailboo dip color in Dark Dreams
• One plastic spoon- for creating the marbled effect

Step 1

Step one builds a layer of strength on your nails and prepares the nails for the dip color. Follow these steps to begin the marble nail application. As always, apply products to your nails one finger at a time.

Coat & Build

1. Apply Nailboo base coat liquid to the nail.
2. Dip the nail into Nailboo build powder.
3. Tap and brush the nail to remove excess powder.
4. Repeat steps one through three on each nail.

Next, apply the base color.

1. Apply Nailboo base coat liquid to the entire nail.
2. Dip the nail into Nailboo dip color Here’s a Tip.
3. Tap and brush the nail to remove excess powder.
4. Repeat steps one through three on each nail.

Creating the marbled effect allows your imagination to run wild. Have fun, and be creative here.

1. Scoop Nailboo build powder into the plastic spoon.
2. Sprinkle a small amount of Nailboo Dark Dreams into the build powder.
3. Mix the two powders together in the spoon, creating a marbled effect.
4. Apply another layer of base liquid to the nail.
5. Quickly press the nail into the marbled powder in the spoon.
6. Add more Dark Dreams to the spoon and mix it in the spoon again to create marbling.
7. Repeat steps four through six on each nail.
8. Tap and brush each nail to remove excess powder.

Next:

1. Apply Nailboo base coat liquid to your nail.
2. Dip the nail into build powder. 
3. Tap and brush the nail to remove excess powder.
4. Repeat steps one through three on all nails.

Step 2

The activator application in step two hardens the powder and seals in the marbling.

Activator

1. Apply Nailboo activator liquid to all of the nails.
2. Allow the nails to dry thoroughly.
3. File and buff the nails with the four-way nail file.
4. Apply a second coat of activator to all of the nails.
5. Allow the nails to dry thoroughly.

Step 3

Nailboo top coat adds that glossy finish you love. Don’t skip this step. The top coat seals everything in and adds protection to your nails.

Top Coat

1. Apply Nailboo top coat to all of the nails.
2. Allow the nails to dry completely.
3. Apply a second layer of top coat.
4. Allow the nails to dry completely one last time.

To Wrap It Up

Nailboo makes it easy to create salon-quality manicures at home. Our Nailboo dip starter kit has everything you need to create your manicures from start to finish. Nailboo nail products are cruelty-free and vegan, so you can feel good about using our products. Pick up your Nailboo dip kit and begin designing your new manicure today.

Shop the Look

We used the following products in this marble nail design. You can find these colored dip powders and more on our website.

• Nailboo dip powder starter kit
• Nailboo dip powder in Here’s a Tip
• Nailboo dip powder in Dark Dreams

Sources:

Tips for Healthy Nails and Cuticles: How to Take Care of Your Nails at Home | SELF

Dip powder manicure: 5 tips to keep your nails healthy | AAD

Secret Ingredient: Base & Top Coat - Wellness - NAILS Magazine | Nails Mag