Designer Flakes

Designer Flakes, a special selection of flakes specially formulated as a versatile medium! Simply encapsulate our designer flakes over gel polish, dip, acrylic, builder gel, sculpture gel, or any medium you like. However, you may also use them on their own. Simply top it off with Top Coat, then cure it with a UV or LED light.

Each specific flake is specially formulated with its special assorted color. Best of all, it comes in 28 different colors that sparkle and shine!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply Designer Flakes?

Simply encapsulate the Designer Flakes between your base coat and top coat. However, if you're using other mediums with infused Flakes, we highly recommend applying them as normal. All Dipping Powders are applied by either dipping or acrylic method just like our normal Dip & Dap Powders.

Dip Powder

1. Prep your nails by applying PH Bonder, Bond.
2. Apply Base Coat and dip your nail in your preferred dip powder. Tap off the excess and after 30 seconds, brush off to remove the excess powder. Repeat this step to create your preferred layers.
3. Apply Base Coat to the areas where you want to apply the Designer Flakes.
4. Apply the Designer Flakes using a brush/silicone tool and dab them on the nails.
5. To protect the Designer Flakes, cap them in clear powder. We recommend our Dip & Dap Powder - DP01 Clear.
6. Once the nails are dry, brush off the excess powder and apply your Activator.
7. File/buff your nails and wipe the dust with alcohol.
8. Apply Top Coat.
9. Apply Nourish Oil to rejuvenate the cuticles.

Acrylic

1. Prep your nails with Ultra Bond Primer to extend the longevity of your manicure, then add Nail Tips for extra length.
2. Dip your brush into our slow-setting monomer and push it all the way down to make sure the bubbles go away. Then, brush it against the side of the bowl to remove excess liquid.
3. Dip your brush into your preferred acrylic powder.
4. Apply the bead to your nails.
5. Dip your brush into the designer flakes and apply them to the nails.
6. Air dry. Once dried, apply the No Cleanse Top Coat, then cure.

How do I remove Designer Flakes?

You may remove it like regular gel by soaking it into acetone or wrapping it in foil with acetone.

1. Trim off any extra nail length with a nail cutter.

2. Buff off the shiny top layer, and avoid buffing your natural nail bed.

3. You may remove your designer flakes along with the medium underneath by soaking your nails in acetone. You may opt to use the Foil Method or the regular Soak Off Method.
   • Foil Method
   Thoroughly soak a cotton ball in acetone. Afterward, place it over your nail and tightly wrap your nail in aluminum foil. Do this for each finger and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes. Lastly, remove the foil, and gently rub the cotton ball along with the foil on your nails.
   • Soak Off Method
   Pour acetone into a small bowl and soak your nails inside for 15 to 20 minutes. If excess polish remains, soak it in for another 5 minutes.

4. Lightly buff the surface of your nails. Afterward, shape your nails with a nail file and create your desired shape. Then, nourish your nails with Nourish Oil.

Do designer flakes contain acrylic powder? What materials are they made from?

Designer flakes do not contain acrylic powder. Instead, they are typically composed of mica material or precision-cut particles made from holographic polyester film.

What is the difference between Designer Flakes, LB Galaxy Flakes, and Glitters?

The Designer Flakes reflect light like the LB Galaxy Flakes and the Glitters. However, they differ in size, as glitters are generally smaller, while the flakes are larger and generally come in different shapes or sizes.

How many ounces are in the Designer Flakes?

Our Designer Flakes are 1 gram per jar.

Do I Need to mix DP01 Clear with my Designer Flakes?

You wouldn't need to mix clear dip with our Designer Flakes for acrylic application, because they work fine without it. However, you may opt to cap with clear dip over the Flakes to prevent from buffing any glitters off the nails.

How do you encapsulate Designer Flakes?

Simply place your desired Designer Flakes, No Cleanse Top Coat, then cure.

When using the designer flakes, do I need to use a coat of the chrome base first?

Yes, you may. You may either use the designer flakes with a white or black base, or on a chrome base. We encourage trying different colors for the base color. You may use nudes, clear coats, or any desired color.

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