Silver French nail design

Tokyo-based nail artist & Nailympia London champion, Genki Itou, shares the steps to his latest design.

・Business name: Nail Atelier GENKI

・Location: Tokyo, Japan

・Nationality: Japanese

・Years in Nails: I started learning at the age of 16 and became a professional at the age of 17; this is my 15th year.

・Nail Brand You use: Any brand. This design was created using IBD, Christrio & Crystal Parade brands.

・Role in Industry: Cal gel educator, Japan Nailist Association certified instructor & Crystal Parade ambassador (UK）

・Favourite Nail Tool: ️ My one stroke brush️

・What Inspires Your Work: I listen to music while I sculpt and often associate colours and shapes with musical instruments such as violins, pianos and Japanese drums.

・Who You Admire: Japanese friends, as well as friends I’ve met at the Thai international competition and while competing at Nailympia London.

・Fav Nail Technique You’ve Mastered: One stroke & fine painting.

・What Lockdown Has Taught You: I was always patient, but now I’m even more so. Everyone in the world is worried, so it’s easier to view life from the perspective of others since we are living a shared experience.

・An Affirmation You Love: Take good care of yourself. Take good care of the people around you.

・Your mantra: Just be yourself.

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