UNDER THE SEA

) HAS BEEN A NAIL TECHNICIAN SINCE 2002. IN THE YEARS SINCE, HE’S SPECIALIZED IN NAIL ART, ENTERING COMPETITIONS, AND MAKING A NAME FOR HIMSELF. THIS IS HIS GUIDE TO FALL TRENDS AND WHY GELISH IS HIS GO-TO FOR CREATING SHOW-STOPPING LOOKS THAT LAST.

Gelish released a brand-new line for summer, titled A Splash of Color. The shimmery, uplifting collection celebrates The Little Mermaid, taking inspiration from the colors and movements of the ocean. To create the mermaid look, nail techs generally will use a fine dust that when applied to any color, gives it an iridescent, shimmering glow. We wanted to know how Jesse uses Gelish’s new collection to create the iconic mermaid look: “I love this summer collection! I’d recommend Corally Invited, Tail Me About It and All Sands on Deck for backgrounds and Ride the Wave is beautiful for scales. Let’s Crab A Bite is a beautiful summer red that is perfect for Ariel’s hair. Gelish Blooming Gel is perfect for water-inspired looks.” Playing with color, topcoats, gems, and techniques is a great way to create mermaid-esque ocean schemes. “I recommend taking inspiration from other places than just nail designs. It helps to come up with original ideas. I use Pinterest and Google. Digital art is nice to follow for beginners compared to a live pictures because the artist has already simplified the colors and shading so it’s easier to convert it with nail products.”

Building loyalty with a brand is a huge deal – if your products aren’t up to scratch, your work won’t be, either. What drew Jesse to Gelish? “I love Gelish because it has a wide range of colors and are always coming up with innovative products to make my job easier! My go-to’s are Structure Gel, PolyGel and ProHesion acrylic. I’m able to offer reliable coatings to any natural nail type and any desired length with these three products.”

“I LOVE GELISH BECAUSE IT HAS A WIDE RANGE OF COLORS AND ARE ALWAYS COMING UP WITH INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS TO MAKE MY JOB EASIER! MY GO-TO’S ARE STRUCTURE GEL, POLYGEL AND PROHESION ACRYLIC. I’M ABLE TO OFFER RELIABLE COATINGS TO ANY NATURAL NAIL TYPE AND ANY DESIRED LENGTH WITH THESE THREE PRODUCTS.”

GRANITE EFFECT CLEAR TOP GELMIA SECRET’S CLEAR

Top Gel with Black Particles

Creates a unique granite effect. Its top coat formulas trengthens the natural nails while allowing for a lasting shine.

$12.00 // miasecretstore.com

Cnd Bizarre Beauty Collection

Celebrate self expression through bold colors and whimsical texture this summer. Available in both CND™ SHELLAC™ Gel Polish and CND™ VINYLUX™ Long Wear Polish. cnd.com

Opi Welcome To Barbie Land Polish

A perfect shimmery pink nail polish for a perfect pink place. Up to sevem days of wear, postprofessional treatment. Super ontrend and perfect for the iconic Barbie lovers!

$11.49 // opi.com”

Color

FINALLY, WHAT TRENDS DOES JESSE SEE FOR FALL? LENGTH

"Jewel tones, metallic and chrome effects, and matte finishes seem to continue to be on trend."

Shape

Length is very much based on lifestyle and what you can live with. Among younger clients, long nails seem to be in style, but most clients just want consistent, reliable nails that are all one length."

"I’m seeing more requests for oval and round shapes. Also coffin or ballerina for longer nails. I think it’s a result of so many years of wide, square nails being the standard (at least in the USA)."

Ulta Beauty Collection X Eeni Edit Nail Set

Ulta Beauty Collection’s Artist Series celebrates individuality, creativity and self-expression by shining a light on talented artists through unique, exclusive beauty collaborations. This collection was designed by the artist behind Eeni Edit.

$18.00 // ulta.com