Spring Cat-Eye Gels Bundle: How to Get the Look
By Madam Glam: HEMA-Free, TPO-Free Gel Polish, | Vegan | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to apply the Spring Cat-Eye Gels Bundle for stunning magnetic nail art. This guide covers prep, magnet technique, and curing tips for a flawless finish.
Quick answer
The Spring Cat-Eye Gels Bundle makes it easy to create dimensional magnetic nail art at home. Follow these steps for a smooth, long-lasting cat eye finish.
Why cat eye gel nails need a different technique
Unlike standard gel polish, cat eye gel contains fine magnetic particles that need to be aligned with a magnet to create the signature shifting stripe. The Spring Cat-Eye Gels Bundle uses a heavily pigmented formula that responds quickly to the magnet, but the timing and angle of the magnet matter. If you move the magnet too soon or hold it at the wrong distance, the effect will be weak or uneven.
How to apply the Spring Cat-Eye Gels Bundle
- Prepare the nail surface: Push back cuticles, gently buff the nail plate, and wipe with alcohol or a gel cleanser to remove dust and oils. Apply a thin layer of base coat and cure under a UV/LED lamp according to the base coat instructions. Skipping proper nail prep can cause the gel to lift or the magnetic effect to look cloudy.
- Apply the first color coat without the magnet: Shake the Spring Cat-Eye Gels bottle well. Apply a thin, even layer of your chosen color and cure for the recommended time. This base layer ensures the magnetic particles are evenly distributed before you create the effect. A thick first coat makes the magnetic particles harder to move later. Keep it thin.
- Apply the second coat and activate the magnet: Apply a second thin coat of the same color. Immediately hold a magnet stick (not included) 2-5 mm above the wet gel for 10-15 seconds. Move the magnet slowly to create the stripe or wave pattern you want. Cure the gel immediately after the magnet step. If you wait too long after applying the gel, the particles settle and the magnet won't create a sharp line. Work one nail at a time.
- Seal with top coat and finish: Apply a no-wipe top coat in a thin, even layer and cure fully. Wipe off any sticky residue with alcohol if your top coat requires it. Apply cuticle oil to hydrate the skin around the nails. A thick top coat can blur the magnetic line. Use a thin layer and cure thoroughly.
Product used in this guide
- Spring Cat-Eye Gels Bundle: This is the next generation of cat eye gel polish with a heavily pigmented formula that is easy to manipulate with a magnet to get a variety of designs. The bundle contains 6 colors. The high pigmentation means you get a strong cat eye effect with fewer coats, saving time and reducing the risk of smudging the magnetic particles.
Spring Cat-Eye Gels Bundle
