Please could someone give me step by step instructions to using foils??

[~shelley~]

Hiya, Ive just bought a spangles foils kit from ebay & it has no instructions, it has got loads of foils & adhesive, i was just wondering if someone could give me step by step simple instructions taking into account i know nothing - i just thought they looked good & imagined i could work it out!!!
Ive done a search & learnt a bit but most people are asking for tips & i need all of the steps to doing it,
Thank you

Shelley xxx:Kissing:

 

[Trinity]

Been a while since I used them as I sold them all after I got bored :lol

Apply a thin layer of the adhesive which will go on cloudy and wait until it becomes clear - if you try to use the foil whilst it's still cloudy it won't stick

Making sure the foil is the right way up (backing on top) press on to the nail, I use my finger to smooth it out making sure there are no creases/bubbles etc.

Then pull off the backing - I used to cut out squares the size of the nails, some people work off the whole roll - do whatever you find comfortable.

Apply a layer of top coat and you're done :Love:

Advise client to purchase a bottle of top coat from you and apply every day to keep them sealed and in good condition.

 

[~shelley~]

Thank you that is brilliant - i will give it a try now
Love shelley xx

 

[Trinity]

Thank you that is brilliant - i will give it a try now
Love shelley xx

Make sure you post some pictures of your nails when you've done them - we like a good nosy

 

[nutty tart]

I have used the foils , I think they are great. The first few goes i didnt get quite right there was some bits of foil missing but i was pulling the foil off too slow . If you pull it off really quickly its ok. Still cant get it to look good on my practise tips as i cant seem to get a proper hold on it.Its a shame as i needed them to put in my display. Did a set on my daughters friend and they looked fab.

 

[~shelley~]

I have used the foils , I think they are great. The first few goes i didnt get quite right there was some bits of foil missing but i was pulling the foil off too slow . If you pull it off really quickly its ok. Still cant get it to look good on my practise tips as i cant seem to get a proper hold on it.Its a shame as i needed them to put in my display. Did a set on my daughters friend and they looked fab.

i seem to be having the same prob - i will try to pull it off faster
thanx for the advice - shelley xx

 

[talontastic]

Hi Shelley
Foils are tricky to master, I feel, the art is allowing the adhesive to dry for long enough:irked: ( I am too impatient) and only applying just enough before applying the foil. I have successfully worn foils on myself last xmas but was not confident with them to offer to paying clients. I havent really dabbled much since. Good luck - they look great if you can get it right. Love to see your results.

Julie

 

[Bev Rose]

Hiya,

I've got the same kit as you by the sounds of it, this is what i do:-

Apply whatever base colour polish client or design needs and ensure it's completely dry before foiling:zzz: . Other wise your foil will stick all over the place, unbeknown to you untill you pull it off & start swearing under your breath!

Apply adhesive and wait for it to dry off to go clear, then apply your chosen foil and rub well, I use a cotton bud and my nails to get into fiddly bits!. When it's done rip it off as if your waxing, that makes a big difference to pulling slowly believe me!

HTH X

 

[~shelley~]

Thank you, ive given up for today so im going to practice again tomorrow - im sure with loads of practice i should master it (fingers crossed) ive had some excellent tips, thanx shelley xx

 

[EllaX]

which way do you put the foil on?? pattern up or patterndown on to the nail - i might have been doing it upside down - duh!! no wonder it didnt work. i bought the holographic kit today xx

 

[ValencianNails]

the foils i had go on pattern side up so the backing is on the nail.

 

[bijouxbetty]

which ebay seller did you get your kit from, id love to get hold of some and try it out!

 

[Zuise.e]

I've had a go with the lace ones trinity Nails gave me (thanks trin)- and soon discovered that I was far too impatient waiting for the stuff to go clear from cloudy. I soon realised it really doesn't work if you don't wait!!!

 

[smiler13334]

It really is worth it if you can allow the adhesive to become clear (tacky). The lacey foils look beautiful on a french. The one Trinity had was very pretty.

Try on your toe's first wash up then you are ready to apply your foil.

Take care xx