COOK ISLAND NAIL TRANSFER TATTOOS - TIARE - BLACK
Bring the beauty of the Cook Islands to your fingertips with this custom blend of Nesian florals by Stormy from KareHa Art Studio.
Mix and match your favourite elements to add a dose of island-inspired fun to your next manicure:
- Tiare (flower) - including Kaute (Hibiscus), Tiare Taina (Gardenia), Tiare Māori (another variety of Gardenia).
- Kikau (coconut tree fronds) - representing the coconut tree/the tree of life, as every part of it is a useable resource.
- Ngaru (waves) - representing the connection between all of the Cook Islands and the ocean as a source of travel to the world.
- Nio Mango (shark teeth) - symbol of protection.
- Raranga (weaving) - represents family and unity: things become stronger when they are together.
Our Cook Island Nail Transfer Tattoos were created with love and dedication to Millie Tiare Craike - the legend behind Gemini Claws and Gemini Ink, making every manicure just that little bit more magical.
You can peep a clip of this design on an original Gemini Claws press-on set here.
Each set includes includes 2 sheets of 12 Nail Transfer Tattoos (37mm long) in your choice of black, white or both (24 total).
Made with love in Aotearoa.
PRODUCT INFO
Our Nail Transfer Tattoos are printed onto special transparent film using the latest print technology. This thin, flexible film is water activated, which enables it to wrap snugly over the nail surface for fast, easy nail art application.
This product is designed for both professional use and DIY manicures with regular nail polish.
HOW TO APPLY - IN SALON
1. Begin with a cured coat of gel polish. Trim selected Tattoo to size.
2. Dip the Tattoo into water for 5 seconds. Remove, then allow film to activate for 30 seconds.
3. Carefully slide the Tattoo from the backing paper onto the nail surface.
4. Gently smooth any creases or air bubbles using your fingertip.
5. Trim off any excess or remove by gently filing downwards. If needed, tidy the cuticle area using a small brush dipped in polish remover.
6. Optional: buff the free edge and cap with acid-free primer. Highly recommended for full cover designs.
7. Seal with a layer of base gel. Cure. Apply builder gel or gel top coat. Cure.
8. Remove tacky layer. Buff nail until smooth. Apply final gel top coat. Cure. Flex!
HOW TO APPLY - AT HOME
1. Apply layer of base coat. Allow to dry completely.
2. Apply layer of colour polish. Allow to dry completely. Repeat as required.
3. Trim selected Tattoo to size. Dip the Tattoo into water for 5 seconds. Remove, then
allow film to activate for 30 seconds.
4. Carefully slide the Tattoo from the backing paper onto the nail surface.
5. Gently smooth any creases or air bubbles using your fingertip.
6. Trim off any excess or remove by gently filing downwards. If needed, tidy the cuticle area and sides using a small brush dipped in acetone.
7. Seal with a layer of top coat. Allow to dry completely. Repeat. Flex!
PROCESSING & SHIPPING
Standard orders are created and shipped within 2 working days.
Custom orders are created and shipped within 3-6 working days, depending on how complex they are.
All orders are tracked and can be monitored via the shipping carrier’s website. Please note that delivery timeframes are estimates only.
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