Gradient Pattern Nails

So for this design I started by doing a white base coat in order to make the colours of the gradient stand out. For doing a gradient design I paint my chosen colours onto a makeup sponge and dab carefully on the nail. I do between 2-4 coats to ensure my nails are completely covered. It is important to ensure the nails are completely dry before starting the next step (I'd wait at least an hour minimum). I then used thin nail tape placed over the nail in the patterns I've chosen.

Once happy with the placement of the tape I covered with black and white nail polish. I personally find it best to wait a couple of minutes before pulling the tape off, that way it will still be wet enough to come off smoothly but less likely for the nail polish to bleed across. Once the black/white coat has dried, cover with a top coat and you are left with a really simple but effective looking design!