Step 1: Prepare the Nails
Clean, shape, and buff the nails. Gently push back the cuticles and remove the natural shine from the nail surface.
Step 2: Apply Nail Dehydrator & Primer
Apply Shills Professional Nail Dehydrator to remove oil and moisture. Follow with Shills Professional Nail Primer to improve adhesion and help the gel polish last longer.
Step 3: Apply Base Coat
Apply a thin layer of Shills Professional Base Coat and cure under a UV/LED lamp according to recommended curing time.
Step 4: Apply Cat Eye Gel Polish
Apply a thin coat of Cat Eye Gel Polish. Apply a second coat and, before curing, hold the magnet close to the nail to create the desired cat eye magnetic effect.
Step 5: Cure the Design
Once the cat eye pattern is created, cure the nails under a UV/LED lamp.
Step 6: Seal with Top Coat
Apply Shills Professional Top Coat to seal the design and provide long-lasting shine. Cure again under the lamp.
Step 7: Finish with Cuticle Oil
Apply Shills Professional Cuticle Oil to hydrate the cuticles and give nails a healthy, glossy finish.
Pro Tips for Best Cat Eye Nail Results
• For stunning cat eye effects and long-lasting wear, use the complete Shills Professional nail system including Nail Dehydrator, Primer, Base Coat, Top Coat, and Cuticle Oil.
• Apply thin, even layers of gel polish for smooth coverage and proper curing.
• Hold the magnet for 5–10 seconds to achieve a sharper magnetic cat eye effect.
• For a deeper and more dramatic look, apply cat eye gel over a black gel base.
• Always cure each layer properly under a UV/LED lamp to ensure durability and salon-quality results.