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Last updated: August 28, 2017

Cat Eye Nail Art

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Go fierce and feline with this autumnal nail art look from CND®! The gorgeous jewel tones are part of the new Nightspell collection, and using these plus some classic CND® SHELLAC® shades like Clearly Pink, Studio White and Black Pool creates a high-impact look. Check it out!

Manufacturer: CND, @cndworld

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HOW-TO STEPS

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    Prep the nails. CND® recommends using the P.E.P. Technique to ensure CND® SHELLAC® adheres properly to the natural nail plate. P.E.P. stands for Perform a Manicure, Eliminate Surface Contaminants and Purify Nail Plate Layers.

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    Apply a thin layer of CND® SHELLAC® Base Coat. Cure for 10 seconds in the CND® LED Lamp.

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    Apply a thin layer of CND® SHELLAC® Viridian Veil. Cure for 1 minute.

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    Apply a thin layer of CND® SHELLAC® Viridian Veil in a marquise shape in the center of the nail. DO NOT CURE.

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    Apply teal multi-size glitter into the uncured CND® SHELLAC® Viridian Veil. Cure for 1 minute.

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    Apply a thin layer of CND® SHELLAC® Clearly Pink. Cure for 1 minute.

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    Use a striping brush with CND® SHELLAC® Lilac Eclipse to outline the marquise shape.

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    Apply a thin layer of CND® SHELLAC® Berry Boudoir to both outside edges of the nail. Cure for 1 minute.

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    Use a detail brush with CND® SHELLAC® Black Pool to outline both sides of the CND® SHELLAC® Lilac Eclipse. DO NOT CURE.

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    Use a detail brush with CND® SHELLAC® Studio White to highlight the inside edge of the CND® SHELLAC® Lilac Eclipse. Cure for 1 minute.

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    Apply a thin layer of CND® SHELLAC® Top Coat. Cure for 1 minute.

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    Wipe with 99% Isopropyl Alcohol to remove top film.

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    Finished look.

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    Close-up of finished look.

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