TOUCH - Gradient Top 1, 13ml

TOUCH Gradient Top 1 (Blue Shimmer)

A blue shimmer top coat built specifically for gradient and ombré work — part of a new line distinct from the Cover Top or Twinkle collections, designed to smooth color transitions while adding a soft shimmer that catches light without overwhelming the underlying design.

Why "Gradient" Is the Right Name

Blending two or more colors into a seamless transition is one of the trickier parts of gradient nail art — hard lines where colors meet can make an otherwise good design look unfinished. Gradient Top 1 is built to soften exactly that transition point, laying a blue-tinted shimmer over the blend that helps disguise any unevenness while adding its own dimension on top.

Formula and Performance

The formula spreads evenly without pooling near the cuticle or side walls, and its self-leveling quality means less manual smoothing is needed even when working over an uneven gradient surface underneath.

How to Apply

1. Complete standard nail prep — shape with a file, buff the surface
2. Address the cuticle: soften with remover, push back with a pusher, trim with clippers or manicure scissors, or perform a combined manicure with a drill
3. Degrease the nail plate and remove excess moisture
4. Build your gradient or ombré design with your chosen color gel polishes, curing between layers as needed
5. Apply Gradient Top 1 in a thin, even layer directly over the blended design
6. Cure under a UV/LED lamp
7. Finish with cuticle oil around the nail area

FAQ

Does Gradient Top 1 need to be applied over a specific base, or does it work over any gradient?
It's designed to work over blended color transitions generally, smoothing and adding shimmer regardless of which colors make up the underlying gradient.

Can this top be used for anything besides gradient designs?
While it's built with gradient work in mind, its shimmer and self-leveling properties make it usable as a decorative topper over other designs as well.

Use only for training on tips