DND DC Mermaid #253 Midnight
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DND DC #253 Midnight is a glitter black gel polish from DND's premium DC line, poured into gold 0.6 fl oz bottles, sold here as a single bottle.
In DND's words: A mesmerizing dark navy/black base with rainbow holographic glitter gel polish.
What you get
- 1 x DND DC #253 Midnight gel polish, 0.6 fl oz (18 mL) gold DC bottle
- Gel only: no lacquer in this listing
Why techs stock it
- Soak-off removal: the gel comes off with acetone at the next appointment.
- Gold-bottle DC formula: DC is DND's premium line, with richer pigment and a glossier finish than the classic range.
- Quick cure: each thin colour coat cures in 30 to 45 seconds under an LED lamp.
- Packed sparkle: works alone or as an accent nail over a cream shade.
Specifications
| Brand | DND (Daisy Nail Design) |
|---|---|
| Line | DND DC Mermaid |
| Shade number | 253 |
| Shade name | Midnight |
| Colour family | Black |
| Finish | Glitter |
| Format | gel polish only |
| Bottle size | 0.6 fl oz (18 mL) |
| Gel cure | 30 to 45 seconds under LED, about 2 minutes under UV per colour coat |
| Base and top | DC Base #800 and DC Top #900 No Cleanse |
| Removal | soak-off with acetone |
| SKU | DNDDCM253 |
How to apply the gel
- Prep: buff, cleanse and dehydrate.
- Base coat: DC Base #800, 30 seconds under LED.
- Colour: DND DC #253 Midnight in two thin layers; thick layers can cure unevenly and chip.
- Top coat: DC Top #900 No Cleanse, 30 seconds, then cuticle oil.
Who it suits
- Statement sets: black shows every gap at the cuticle, so keep the line tidy.
- Nail art bases, paired with a glossy top for depth.
- Clients who ask for glitter black by name or by number 253.
Which option to choose
A glitter gel like DND DC #253 Midnight is usually one or two nails in a set, or a full set for holidays and events. It wears on the same DC Base #800 and DC Top #900 as the cream DC shades.
Storing the bottles
Keep gel bottles closed and away from the lamp and from windows, since stray UV can thicken the gel in the neck. Wipe the neck before capping so the lid does not stick.
More to pair with Midnight: the DC Mermaid collection, the full DC range and DND, DC and DIVA base and top gels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the matching lacquer included?+
No. This listing is the 0.6 fl oz (18 mL) gel bottle only. Use a DC base and top gel with it for the full wear time.
What colour is Midnight?+
DND DC #253 Midnight is a glitter black with a glitter finish. Screens show colour differently, so check a swatch stick against the client's skin before the full set.
How long do I cure each coat?+
Under an LED lamp, cure each thin colour coat 30 to 45 seconds; a UV lamp takes about 2 minutes. Thin coats cure all the way through, thick ones do not.
Which base and top coat should I use?+
DND recommends DC Base #800 and DC Top #900 No Cleanse. DND, DC and DIVA base and top gels are cross-compatible, so any of them will work.
