I used to feel guilty using holos as a base for nail art because they're just too pretty to cover up! Now, I realize that their special holo and other properties, like the green shimmer in Elevation Polish Gobi, can add a beautiful, subtle effect to nail art.
Even when the shimmer isn't catching the light, Gobi is still an interesting camel/neutral color.
I used Colors by Llarowe Burnt Sugar to make some different-sized dots all over the place.
Then, I went back with Gobi and made some dots inside the dots. It wasn't intentional, but I think it looks a bit like leopard print!
See? That green shimmer still comes through. Gorgeous!
Do you love holos with shimmer, too? What do you think about using them for nail art?
I love holos, although it often breaks my heart to cover them any way with nail art. This is the only Elevation Polish I own, and I LOVE it. It's a total stunner. :)
ReplyDeleteMaybe just a little nail art to extend wear time, like a tip? lol, I know what you mean, actually. I love this color, too, but I'm glad not everyone does, because I bought it from someone who hated it on her. Yay, mine! lol
DeleteI'm always hesitant to cover up holos, too, but I think you did a great job here. The base shows nicely!
ReplyDeleteAs I find myself buying mostly holos and fewer everything else, it was either start using the holos in art, or stop doing art! Lol. It's interesting finding that balance .. Still a work in progress!
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