DIY Gel Nail Polish Swatches for Easy Color Finding

Create your own gel nail polish swatches to easily find colors for your at-home manicure with this simple guide.

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Ever struggle to find the perfect nail color? I've had to start over countless times because the color on the bottle doesn't show up the same on the nail. That's why I began swatching colors on clear acrylic nails and sticking them to the bottles. It's simple and uses items you likely already have around the house.

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As your gel nail polish collection grows, it can get hard to keep track of each shade. Swatching your gel nail polishes changes the game for at-home manicures and nail art. It lets you easily see the finish, opacity, and undertones before applying it to your nails. This DIY project keeps your polish collection tidy and makes choosing colors a snap.

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Supplies Needed for Swatching Gel Polish

Creating your own DIY gel nail polish color swatches is easy and fun. You'll need a few basic supplies to start. First, get some cotton swabs and a silly putty. You'll also need your collection of gel polishes, clear acrylic nails, and a UV lamp.  With these simple supplies, you'll be ready to organize and explore your nail polish collection like a pro

• Cotton swabs/Q-tips

• Silly putty- These are perfect for nails!

• Your collection of gel polishes- I have the Beetles 36 color nail polish kit

• UV gel lamp- I use a Beetles UV LED lamp

• Nail forms or acrylic nail tips- I LOVE these Una Gella short almond tips

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How to Create Gel Nail Polish Swatches

Begin by cutting the cotton off of the cotton swab and adhere a clear acrylic nail to the end using a cotton swab. Next, paint the polish onto a clear acrylic nail (make sure you keep track of which color is which!) Then, cure the swatches in your gel lamp. 

Once cured, add more silly putty to the back of the nail and press firmly onto the top of the bottle. The great thing about using silly putty is that you can remove the nail from the top of the bottle to see the color code. Another tip— you can keep the cotton swabs and silly putty close by so you can use them as holders when doing nail art!

With your new diy nail art color swatch system, finding the perfect shade for your next gel manicure or nail design is easy. Just flip through your bottles and pick the swatch that matches the color you want. No more guessing or uncertainty - your easy color selection is right at your fingertips!

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Key Takeaways

• DIY gel nail polish color swatches make finding the perfect shades a breeze

• Easily compare colors and finishes before painting your nails

• Stay organized with custom color samples adhered to your polish bottles

• Use items you already have in your nail kit and around the house

• Spend less time repainting to find the right color

Conclusion

DIY gel nail polish color swatching is easy and helpful for organizing your collection. You can make custom swatch samples and stick them on your bottles. This way, you can easily compare colors and find the perfect one every time. It might take some time at first, but it's worth it for a tidy and easy-to-use nail polish collection.

With your custom gel polish swatches, finding the right shade is a breeze. No more digging through bottles or trying to remember which colors you have. This simple system saves time and reduces stress, making sure you always have the right polish for your next manicure.

So, what are you waiting for? Start swatching your gel polishes now! Spend a little time upfront, and you'll have a beautifully organized nail polish collection. This easy DIY trick lets you improve your at-home gel manicures and get salon-quality results every time.

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