Chrome Nail Inspo: Mirror, Chameleon and Cat Eye Chrome

Nail inspo · Chrome

Mirror finishes, six ways.

Chrome is a metallic powder that turns a cured top coat into polished metal. These Cre8tion sets cover mirror, color-shift and magnetic chrome.

Chrome Nail Art Effect, 36 shadesChameleon Chrome Kit, 18 shadesCat Eye Chrome, 10 shadesMetallic Chrome, 30 shadesUnicorn Effect, 18 shadesChameleon Flakes, 40 shades

Six chrome families, from classic mirror to color-shifting flakes.

The chrome method

Six layers, in this order. The powder step needs no lamp.

1. Base coatApply and cure a quality base coat.
2. ColorApply and cure the gel color you want under the chrome. A dark color such as black gives the deepest mirror.
3. Top coatApply a smooth non-cleansing top coat, such as Diamond No Wipe, and cure it. This is the surface the powder rides on.
4. Pat on the pigment No lampPick up a very small amount of powder on a sponge or silicone applicator. Pat it onto the cured top coat. One or two passes is usually enough.
5. Seal itAdd a layer of Chrome Top over the powder and cure.
6. Finish with shineApply a super glossy no wipe top coat and cure.

Base, top and finish

Chrome Base Natural Black 0.5ozMSRP $10.95

Chrome Top 0.5ozMSRP $10.95

Diamond Soak Off Gel No Wipe Top Coat 0.5ozMSRP $7.25