Bella: OMG, look at this new 3D gel I did!!! Isn't it AMAZING?!
Wow! It looks like you could actually claw your way out of a window with those. Heh, heh.
Ha! That's the idea! But don't worry, I won't actually be able to do that. It's all just for show.
I was trying to go for that "you are my world" sorta vibe but I'm not as good with the nail art as you are.
Oh, come on! Don't sell yourself short. You know what? Let's collaborate on a nail art design together next time. I'll teach you some tricks and techniques.
I'd love to! You know me, though, I don't do well with nail polish. It all just smears and smudges. So I usually just paint my nails black and call it a day.
No worries! We can find a solution for that. Maybe we can experiment with different types of paint or mediums that won't smudge as easily.
That'd be awesome! But I've gotta ask... how long does it take you to do a manicure or pedicure for yourself? I bet it takes forever, huh?
Haha, you know what? It can take a while, especially when I'm experimenting with new designs. But I've gotten pretty good at it over the years.
How long do the designs usually take? Like, is it an hour per nail, or are you a lot faster than that?
Oh, I can do a full set of nails in about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how intricate the design is.
Wow! That's pretty fast. Do you do other people's nails too, or is it mostly for yourself?
I love doing nail art for myself, but I also enjoy doing it for friends and family. It's so much fun to see their reactions when they see the final result.
Yeah, that's always fun. What kind of stuff have you done for your own nails? I bet you have some cool designs lying around.
Oh, where do I even begin? I've done so many different designs for myself over the years.
Alright, alright. Tell me about one of your favorites then. I'm sure you've got a good story behind each one.
Oh, definitely! Let me tell you about this one time, I was feeling really inspired by nature, so I decided to do a nail art design that resembled a beautiful garden.
I bet that was pretty. Did you paint little flowers on every nail?
Yes, I painted various flowers on each nail, but I also added some other elements to make it look more dimensional.
That sounds cute. I bet you had to be really patient to get all those little details to line up right.
It did take some patience, but the end result was totally worth it. When I saw my nails finished, I felt like I was wearing a little piece of art on my fingers.
Well, I think it's safe to say that you are a master of the nail art universe. So what's next for you?
Well, I'm always looking to push the boundaries of nail art and try new things. So, I'm constantly experimenting with different techniques and materials.
Do you ever do nail art for special occasions, like holidays or events?
Absolutely! I love creating custom nail art designs for special occasions. Whether it's for a holiday, an event, or just because, I enjoy helping people express their personality through their nails.
That's so cool! Are you the go-to person for all the festive nail art in your social circle?
You could say that! People know that I'm the nail art queen, so they always come to me for custom designs.
I bet you've done some pretty crazy stuff for holidays and events. Got any Halloween nail art memories you can show me?
Oh, absolutely! For Halloween, I once did a nail art design that looked like a graveyard.
That sounds neat. Did you paint little skeletons and ghosts on your nails, or did you do something else?
I actually used a combination of paint and makeup to create a super realistic graveyard scene on my nails.
Wow, really? You used makeup on your nails? How did you get that to stay on there without smearing off?
It does take a bit of special care to keep the makeup from smearing off, but I've found a few tricks over the years to make it last.
So what kinds of things extend the life of your nail art? Is there a special sealant or something?
There are a few different things that can help extend the life of your nail art. One is to use a top coat that's specifically designed to protect the design.
That makes sense. Is there anything else that helps?
Another thing that can really help is to make sure your nails are properly prepared before applying the nail art.
That makes a lot of sense. Are there any special preparations that need to be made to get your surface ready for the nail art?
Yeah, it's actually quite important to prepare your nails before starting any nail art project. This includes cleaning the nail surface, removing any oils or lotions, and then gently buffing it to create a rough surface for the nail art to adhere to.