How to Apply Unicorn Farts Holographic Cat Eye Gel Polish

By La Catrina Nails. TX | Published: 2026-10-31

Category: Product Reviews

A step-by-step guide to applying La Catrina Nails' limited edition Unicorn Farts holographic cat eye gel polish, with magnet technique tips and common mistakes to avoid.

Quick answer

Apply Unicorn Farts holographic cat eye gel polish in thin coats over a cured base, then hold the magnet 1–2 mm above the wet gel for 10–15 seconds before curing to lock in the shimmer. Because it is HEMA-free and TPO-free, you can focus on placement and magnet timing without worrying about those specific ingredients.

Why magnet timing matters more with a holographic cat eye

Holographic cat eye pigments need the magnet to pull the shimmer into a visible line before the gel sets. If you cure too soon, the effect stays diffuse; if you wait too long, the particles drift and the line softens. The window is short, so have your magnet ready before you apply the final coat.

Unicorn Farts is a limited edition shade, so testing your magnet distance on a swatch or one nail first is worth the extra minute. The holographic effect can look different under indoor and outdoor light, so check the line from a few angles before committing to all ten nails.

Common mistakes that dull the cat eye effect

The most frequent issue is applying the cat eye layer too thickly. A thick layer lets the particles keep moving after you remove the magnet, which blurs the line. Another common mistake is holding the magnet at an angle instead of flat and parallel to the nail, which pulls the shimmer to one side rather than creating a centered line.

Also avoid touching the wet gel with the magnet. Keep a small gap, and wipe the magnet clean if any gel transfers. Finally, cure the entire nail evenly—partial curing can leave the cat eye effect uneven across the surface.

Step-by-step application for Unicorn Farts cat eye gel

Prep and base coat: Clean the nail plate, apply a base coat, and cure fully according to your lamp's instructions. Checkpoint: make sure the base is completely cured—tacky base coat can cause the cat eye layer to slide.
Apply a thin color layer: Apply one thin coat of Unicorn Farts and cure it. This first layer builds color without needing the magnet yet. Mistake to avoid: applying it too thickly, which can wrinkle or pool at the edges.
Apply the cat eye layer: Apply a second thin coat of Unicorn Farts. Do not cure yet. Checkpoint: keep the coat thin enough that you can still see the nail surface through it.
Position the magnet: Hold the magnet flat and parallel to the nail, about 1–2 mm above the wet gel, for 10–15 seconds. For a centered line, keep the magnet steady; for a diagonal effect, angle the magnet slightly. Mistake to avoid: touching the gel with the magnet. Practice on one nail first to find the distance that gives you the sharpest line.
Cure immediately: Place the nail under the lamp right after removing the magnet. Cure fully. Checkpoint: do not wave the hand around or check the effect before curing, as the particles will drift.
Finish and inspect: Apply a top coat and cure. Inspect the cat eye line from different angles. If the line is too soft, you can repeat the cat eye layer on that nail after removing the top coat, but avoid building too many layers. A thin top coat preserves the holographic shimmer better than a thick one.

Product facts

Unicorn Farts 🦄 Holographic Cat Eye Gel Polish ~ Limited Edition ~ HEMA-Free / TPO Free Gel Polish: Unicorn Farts is a limited edition holographic cat eye gel polish that is HEMA-free and TPO-free. If you avoid HEMA or TPO in your gel polish, this shade fits that preference without giving up the cat eye effect.
Unicorn Farts 🦄 Holographic Cat Eye Gel Polish ~ Limited Edition ~ HEMA-Free / TPO Free Gel Polish