INFINITE Nail Art Stamping Kit by 南小木_
Hello, everyone! 南小木 is back with new merch *evil laughter*
Overseas inspirits are welcome to join as long as you have PayPal~ It is recommended that you gather a few friends and order together to save on shipping and PayPal fees (I’ll send them all to your selected representative)! All overseas orders will be sent via air mail; you may choose if you want tracking or not. See here for more details on postage.
☆ DEADLINE: 15 OCTOBER 2017, 21:30KST *Nail art stamping kits will be sent out with other INFINITE/Ryan/Kpop Merch and also Woohyun♡Cat goods so if you’re interested you can check out the following links.
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☆ Nail Art Stamping Plate Set (S$5.60) Each set comes with 2 plates (Plate A & Plate B). Dimension of each plate is 6x12cm, and each design is between 7~11mm. Therefore, you may customise your own nails according to your nail size and/or preference~
Plate A features members’ penmanship, including their names and cartoon drawings
Plate B features logos from the different eras, as well as some song titles
☆ Stamp + Scraper Set (S$1.20) * I’ve checked with my local post and I cannot mail out the stamping polishes domestically nor overseas even via surface mail so 南小木 has kindly offered a discounted set with only the stamp + scraper. You’ll have to buy the stamping polishes in your local stores ㅠㅠ Or if you don’t wanna buy stamping polish, check the FAQ below to see what are suitable alternatives ^^ * Stamping polish is different from usual nail polishes. It’s specially used for nail art stamping and dries very quickly, so you have to be quick and accurate from the moment you scrape off the excess polish to transferring the design from the plate to the stamp and then to your nails. It requires lots of practice, especially if you’re new to this!!!
※ There is a certain level of difficulty in getting the design to be transferred properly and it’s rare that people get the hang of it that quickly. Moreover, learning to transfer the design to actually mastering the technique is another long process; how long one take to learn depends on the individual’s dexterity, meticulousness and patience.
※ First-time users tend to meet with many failed attempts; you may first test them on paper or artificial nails. DO NOT roll the stamp across the nail repeatedly, practise more and try to finish the entire process quickly.
Different designs also pose different difficulties, the way you scrape off the excess polish also affects; in conclusion PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT!!!
If you have a regular manicurist, you can check if she can help you do the stamping with the plates and skip the super duper long tutorial and FAQ portion below. Simply scroll all the way down for payment details and order form
*Info from Char aka me*
You may check out some of the links and/or youtube tutorials that I’ve provided below. The videos are by Cutepolish, one of my favourite nail art channels; hope these help~^^
ALTERNATIVES FOR SPECIALTY STAMPING POLISHES NON-KONAD POLISHES THAT WORK FOR NAIL STAMPING Nail Art 101: How to Pick a Stamping Polish
TIPS AND TRICKS 17 NAIL STAMPING SECRETS THAT WILL INSTANTLY MAKE YOU AN EXPERT How to Stamp Nails: Tips and Tricks for Success Nail Stamping 102: Basics and a bit beyond
Stamp Your Nails Perfectly! | DIY, Hacks, Tips & Tricks For Nail Art Stamping!
5 Things You're Doing WRONG When Stamping Your Nails!
5 Different Ways To Use A Nail Stamper
【FAQ】 (info from 南小木_; she got it from somewhere else though HAHAHA)
Q：What are the tools required for nail art stamping? A：Stamping plates, stamp 【compulsory】, special stamping polish【optional, you may use any suitable polishes】（the above are “directly related tools”）; base coat, base colour, top coat, nail polish remover, clean-up products 【polish removal pads, latex, brushes, nail art corrector pens, etc.】（these are standard tools that apply to mani/pedi but aren’t directly related to nail art stamping and therefore aren’t sold）;
Q：How do I select a polish for nail art stamping? A：First and foremost, use a special polish that’s meant for nail art stamping. One that has good coverage/high colour pay-off and is viscous gives the best results, as the chances of the design being ruined when applying top coat is reduced. Among 【normal polishes】, choose a solid color that is thick in texture and has good coverage/high colour pay-off（aka one that is already opaque with just a single coat）
IMPORTANT：choice of polish used for stamping is very important; those who use 【normal polish】 may face problems of “messy design transferred”, “stamp not picking up the design”, “transferred polish is too sheer/poor results”.
Q：What are the most suitable nail art stamping tools for a beginner? A：A few stamping plates,stamp, black or white special polish（other colours and metallic polishes pose other difficulties, not recommended for beginners）.
Q：There are scratches/markings on my stamping plate!!! A：As the stamping plate is made of metal, it is normal for the plate to have slight scratches/markings on the surface. It is not a problem with the quality and neither will it affect use of the plate.
-------- Questions below are under the premise that polishes suitable for nail art stamping have been obtained, otherwise please read FAQ above on selecting the right polishes --------
Q：Requirements for base colour A：No special requirements, as long as it’s an even coat covering the entire nail. However, that does not mean that there is no difference in difficulty in transferring designs when using different kinds of polishes as your base colour: matte, silky, chrome, etc. and gel polishes are MOST DIFFICULT to transfer after drying since they have little adhesive power *Char here again, NO GUARANTEES since I haven’t tried stamping on gel nails but maybe you can try stamping it after curing since there is usually a sticky residue?*; regular polishes are next; EASIEST would be polishes with a rough surface (e.g. liquid sand or polishes with chunky glitter); as these are texturised by nature, apply a layer of top coat after stamping to even out the surface.
Q：Excess polish not being scraped off cleanly A：Slight excess will not affect image pick up; if you have too much such that it affects the design, these are some possible reasons: ① The surface you’re working on is not flat; ② Scraper is at a wrong angle, recommended to hold it at 45° against the plate; ③ Too slow in scraping off hence polish has dried or the polish used is old and already drying up.
Q：The polish in the design is also scraped off together with the excess A：① Angle of the scraper (see above answer); ② Forceful scraping: force doesn’t equate to clean image, in fact scrape off gently at the correct angle; ③ Scraper is dirty, point of contact is uneven, like all other tools, it requires cleaning after a few attempts; ④ Insufficient amount of special polish applied, design is not fully covered
IMPORTANT：for designs with lines, as long as there is a clear direction of lines (e.g. stripes, waves), scrape off according to the direction of flow; image may not be clean if you go against it (i.e. scrape off vertically for vertical stripes, horizontally for horizontal stripes)
Q：Difficulty transferring image from plate to stamp A：Here are some possible reasons: ① Incorrect scraping method -- hold scraper at an approximate 30 to 60 degree angle and do it in a single stroke; ② Stamp and/or stamping plates are not cleaned properly: there are nail polish residues/oil/dirt/nail polish remover residues -- clean stamp, scraper and plate with acetone-based remover, it may not work if you use non-acetone based remover. ; ③ Polish has dried up on the plate because you weren’t quick enough -- do it in one thick stroke, do not apply multiple thin strokes as the polish on image plate would have dried up by the time you finish; ④ Incorrect use of stamp such as forceful application, (REMINDER: use a gentle rolling motion!!!); ⑤ DO NOT use in windy areas as it will hasten the drying of the polish
Q：Partial transfer of image onto nail A：If you managed to pick up the image entirely onto your stamp but fail to successfully transfer onto your nails, there is ONLY one reason: polish has dried up since you took too long to transfer the design onto your nail >.
IMPORTANT： ① Whether it’s picking up the image from the plate or transferring the design onto the nail, remember to use a quick but gentle rolling motion, not direct stamping; ② Note that these are 2 completely different problems, there are many reasons for failing to pick up image onto stamp and there is only one reason why you failed to transfer design onto the nail, do not categorise them under “cannot stamp”
Q：I’ve managed to transfer the entire design onto my nail; the only problem is that it’s too light or doesn’t show up clearly against my base colour. A：Please use a polish with a better coverage/high colour pay-off or nail art stamping polishes.
Q：After learning and strictly following the steps, will there be a success rate of 100%? A：No, not even “me” (whoever 南小木 got the FAQ from); you can only practise until it tends towards perfection
Q：Important notes regarding cleaning of tools A：Stamping plates and stamp need to be cleaned after each use, it is ok to clean the scraper only when the surface no longer feels even; take note of the following: ① Try not to delay cleanup until the next use, if there are residues stuck for too long, they will be difficult to remove as compared to immediate cleanup; ② To clean stamping plates, use regular nail polish remover, try not to use those that include oils, otherwise it’ll be difficult to remove the residues completely; ③ To clean stamp, use packing tape/scotch tape instead of nail polish remover.
Q：Product longevity A：Stamping plates, as long as they are stored carefully, can be used for a very long time. Common problems with "damaged” plates are due to improper storage methods, resulting in bent/misshapen plates that cannot be restored to original state. Stamps can usually last for at least 3-5years or even longer. Common causes of damaged stamps include contact with sharp objects that results in scratched or damaged stamping surface, thus affecting image transfer.
☆ PAYMENT [Singapore] If you’re interested, please transfer the correct amount to DBS Current 197-000550-0 BEFORE filling in this form and I will send you a payment verification mail within 24h.
[Overseas] If you’re interested, please fill in this form and I will send you a payment request within 24h, together with a price estimate in your own currency~^^
☆ NOTE: 1. Prices listed are before shipping EMS fees (which would be shared equally among donors); a second payment will be advised later. 2. There will be no cancellations/refunds made unless otherwise stated. 3. Collection Method: Mass meet-up in town / Self-collect @ Choa Chu Kang MRT and South View LRT / Postage at additional cost (TBA)
