Nothing says romance like a perfectly polished Valentine’s Day manicure. Featuring gorgeous, festive shades and delicate heart details, this romance-inspired design is both playful and sophisticated—perfect for date nights, Galentine’s gatherings, or simply treating yourself to some self-care. Best of all, with LeChat’s Gel Polish Color & Top in One Coat, you’ll get a flawless, long-lasting finish in just a few easy steps.
Ready for your client to fall in love with their Valentine's Day mani? Follow along below for the step-by-step breakdown on how to recreate this look.
PRODUCTS USED
- LeChat Nails Gel Polish Color & Top in One Coat in 036 Rouge
- LeChat Nails Gel Polish Color & Top in One Coat in 086 Junebug
- LeChat Nails Gel Polish Color & Top in One Coat in 050 Julia
- Dotting tool
- Fine lining brush
STEP-BY-STEP
Base Color Application
After prepping and shaping your nails, apply a thin, even layer of LeChat Gel Polish Color & Top in One Coat in the shade 036 Rouge. Cure under an LED lamp for 60 seconds.
French Tip and Marbled Effect
Using LeChat Gel Polish Color & Top in One Coat in the shade 086 Junebug, paint an arched French tip. Then, with a dotting tool, create small, delicate swirls for a subtle marbled effect. Cure for 60 seconds.
Heart Design
Dip a dotting tool into the shade 050 Julia, then place two small dots next to each other. Using a fine lining brush, drag each dot downward to meet at a lower center point, forming a heart shape in the middle of your French tip.
Final Cure and Finishing Touches
Cure for 60 seconds. Repeat on each nail. LeChat Gel Polish provides long-lasting shine, so no top coat is necessary.
Discover more Valentine’s Day manicure inspiration with this love-inspired nail tutorial: How-To: Mini Hearts Manicure.
