POUNAMU TE AO MĀRAMA NAIL TRANSFER TATTOOS | DARK
A collaboration rooted in legacy and creativity; this design was created by Lance from 818 Ink and brought to life with Millie’s handpainted Dark Pounamu. Te Ao Mārama speaks to the Māori creation story, the shift from Te Kore to Te Pō and finally into Te Ao Mārama, the world of life and light.
This darker version carries a deeper grounding energy, a visual echo of resilience, transformation, and the journey through shadow into wisdom. Let it remind you that light is always present – even when you’re still on your way toward it.
These Nail Transfer Tattoos are transparent, so you can layer them over different base colours to create different effects. Try layering them over a white, milky or holographic gold or silver base to create your own unique style.
Includes 2 sheets of 12 Nail Transfer Tattoos (37mm long).
Made with love in Aotearoa.
Please note: While we do our best to capture each design as true to colour as possible, screens can’t always show the full magic. Colours may appear slightly different in real life depending on lighting and your device settings.
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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