Born Pretty Store: Flocking powder

I have for review today some flocking powder from Born Pretty Store. Flocking powder, mainly used in craft projects, can be applied to nails to make a soft, fuzzy texture.

I chose a rich navy blue flocking powder:

Item no. 4507 in blue.

To apply, first you will need:

A small cup, a fan brush to knock off excess powder and a scoop or spoon.  I cut off the end of a straw to make a scoop.  Also, lay down some paper to collect the excess powder.  If you don't have a fan brush, any large soft bristle brush will work.

Next, paint your nails a similar base color: 

I chose Kleancolor's Neon Sapphire. 

Then apply a slow drying top coat or another coat of wet polish: 

Dust the powder onto your wet nail and knock off excess powder using the fan brush. Excess powder can be poured back into the bottle for future use. Working one at a time, apply to the rest of the nails. Let dry, no need for top coat.

The finished result: 

(click the photos to enlarge detail)

(with flash) 

To remove, use the foil method: 

Final thoughts?

I liked the texture of the flocked nails. I did not wear this manicure for long to determine the durability of the flocking powder. I'm sure it would hold up like a normal manicure. I know this sort of look isn't everyone's preference but I can see it wearing it for a special occasion or Halloween. It was easy to work with but can be a little messy like any nail art project.

Also, you don't have to wear it the whole nail. I've seen other nail art where flocking powder was used to make mustaches or other patterns.

Availability? 

This and several other colors can be purchased from Bornprettystore.com and retails for $5.80 for the individual canisters. There are full kits as well that include brush and tweezers and corresponding polish colors.

Please be sure to use code EUL91 for 10% off of your next purchase. 

Thanks for reading! 

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