White nail with green pikorua twist Maori Nail Foil and crystals

Green Maori Nail Foils with assorted pounamu carving shapes

White and pounamu greenstone nails with matching Swarovski crystals

White and pounamu greenstone press-on nails with matching Swarovski crystals and green Maori Nail Foils

MĀORI NAIL FOILS - POUNAMU SHAPES - SHADES OF GREEN

Name: MĀORI NAIL FOILS - POUNAMU SHAPES - SHADES OF GREEN
Brand: Prim Improper
Price: 35.0 NZD
Availability: InStock

$35.00

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This set of designs was inspired by the traditional Māori art of whakairo pounamu (New Zealand greenstone carving).

Pounamu is one of our many taonga (treasures) and holds great spiritual significance in Te Ao Māori. These precious stones are found only in Te Wai Pounamu (the greenstone waters/South Island) of Aotearoa, where kaitiakitanga (guardianship) is held by Ngāi Tahu.

Pounamu is commonly carved into symbolic shapes for jewellery. This set of Nail Foils includes some of the most popular designs, worn to enrich, protect and empower.

Koru (spiral) - represents the fern frond and signifies growth, new beginnings and harmony.
Pikorua (double twist) - a powerful expression of loyalty, signifying enduring relationships and the joining of cultures.
Hei-Matau (fish hook) - signifies strength, prosperity and a great respect for the sea.

To make recreating our demo design super easy, we've popped all the extras you’ll need into a matching Set of Sparkles.

The Pounamu Shapes Set of Sparkles includes:

2 x SS14 Swarovski Crystal
4 x SS8 Swarovski Crystal
4 x SS7 Swarovski Crystal
2 x SS6 Swarovski Crystal
2 x SS5 Swarovski Crystal
2 x SS3 Swarovski Crystal
4 x SS20 Swarovski Fern Green
2 x SS16 Swarovski Fern Green
6 x SS9 Swarovski Black Diamond
4 x SS5 Swarovski Black Diamond
4 x Silver curved bars
Silver caviar beads
Silver studs

Each foil sheet includes 26 Professional Nail Foil designs.

Handmade with love in Aotearoa

PRODUCT INFO

Our Nail Foils have been specifically designed for professional use. To achieve a flawless transfer, they require a UV cured gel layer to adhere to.

Nail foils are a product many nail technicians will already be familiar with. Our products work exactly the same way as regular nail foils.

For a next level DIY mani, check out our Nail Transfer Tattoo range. These can be applied at home with regular nail polish.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Apply an even coat of your favourite Foil Gel over cured gel polish or enhancements. Cure. Allow to cool for at least 20 seconds.

2. Cut selected design from transfer film and place onto nail (colour side facing up).

3. Rub firmly over the entire design, starting from the centre and working your way outwards.

4. Slowly peel back the film. If any areas were missed, simply press the film back into place and rub again to transfer remaining foil.

5. Optional: gently buff the free edge and cap with acid-free primer. Highly recommended for full cover designs.

6. Seal with a coat of Base Gel or Builder Gel. Cure. Finish with your favourite Top Coat. Cure. 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.