Well-groomed beautiful nails are the norm for every self-respecting woman. But what kind of manicure is appropriate in what cases, advises the nail stylist Julia Erokhina.
This unique nail design will never go out of style because it suits almost everyone, regardless of age and social status. In professional language, this type of manicure is called “French”. Its feature is the emphasis on the tip of the nail. It is especially good for brides, and is also irreplaceable in business negotiations and meetings.
French manicure with a colored base
Progress does not stand still, as does the imagination of people. The base can be in bright colors or barely noticeable. This type of manicure is suitable for romantic dates, vacations, going to a restaurant, birthdays, and also for social events.
At social events, you can often see “anti-French” on the nails of many celebrities. This is a type of manicure where the entire nail is covered with varnish of the same color, and the cuticle is copied at its base and the smile zone is displayed. This requires great care. It is also important to choose the right combination of colors so that they do not merge with each other, but, on the contrary, emphasize and complement themselves. Such a manicure is suitable for discos, foam parties – wherever you would like to draw attention to yourself.
French with a square smile line
Over time, the jacket has changed significantly. In the colors of varnishes, you can now see not only classic pastel colors, but also bright shades. Also, the French has changed the smile zone. It can be square and elongated, that is, completely copy the cuticle area. The elongated one is more classic, and the square one is the modern version (pictured). It is suitable for trips to the sea, romantic lunch, shopping, restaurant and bridesmaids.
It is easy to execute, and it looks incredibly elegant. A winning solution for those who love classics and who need to adhere to the dress code, but want to stand out. And the matte design will only emphasize your individuality. It suits creative creatives.
This design is especially loved by very young girls. Its highlight is that first the bottom cover appears, and then the hole itself. Such nails look very elegant and unusual. This option is suitable for movie trips, shopping, leisure trips, and an evening out or prom.
Moon manicure is not a novelty. It was made in the 20s and 30s and, oddly enough, the ladies of that time never painted over the entire surface of their nails with varnish. They left a hole near the base, not covered with colored varnish. These days, such a manicure has been revived again. It is suitable for romantic dates, trips outside the city.
It is unique in that we can transfer to the nail that picture that the master cannot depict. There are now sliders with all sorts of pictures: from movie characters and cartoons to pictures of ordinary flowers or animals. Such a design will suit everyone, but for those working in business centers and large reputable corporations, it is better to have a calmer manicure.
Modern manicure has long ceased to be commonplace. With the development of nail design, decorating them with rhinestones and Swarovski crystals is becoming more and more popular. And this is not surprising, because nothing fascinates a woman like the playful overflow of “diamond friends”. Any pattern can be laid out with rhinestones. They come in different sizes – there is a place for fantasies to roam. This design is suitable for young girls, but respectable ladies are better off refraining from it. With such pens, you can go to a party, prom, to a meeting with classmates and, of course, on a date.
It takes imagination and a sense of style. You can paint using feng shui, you can use different paints or a gradient from dark varnish to light through your finger, that is, each finger is lighter in tone than the previous one. It all depends on desire and mood. The option as in the photo is suitable for a party, a date or traveling abroad.
Gel polish is beautiful, convenient, practical, but after removing the nails still get tired, so they need special care. It is necessary to take care of nails and hands, because hands are an indicator of our grooming. It only seems that no one is looking at their hands. In transport, in shops, at business and romantic meetings, people pay attention to their hands, and they get the impression of a person. Moreover, hand care is quite simple even at home.
- The main rule is hand cream. Don’t neglect it! For softening and nourishing the skin of the hands, baby creams and creams with various oils can be well suited.
- It is also necessary to nourish the cuticles. Now there are so many oils for this – the eyes run up. You can choose with or without various fruity scents. The main thing is that the oil is rubbed into the cuticle. To do this, first run a brush with oil over it, and then massage the oil in with massage movements. Thanks to the nourishment of the cuticle, the nails become stronger and grow faster. You can also use plain olive oil occasionally.
- It is very useful to smear nails with iodine at night. During sleep, it will be absorbed, and the nails will be stronger.
- Don’t forget about sea salt baths. You can find it in almost all grocery stores. Dilute it in clean or boiled water so that the water tastes salty, like in the sea. Keep your hands in this water for 15 minutes. You will immediately feel that your nails are stronger. After such a bath, it is necessary to moisturize the skin of the hands with a cream, since the salt can dry it a little.
- It is very useful to cut a regular lemon and rub its juice into your nails. From this they become stronger, the yellowness disappears.
- An important rule for those with flaking nails. Buy a file called a buff and run it lightly in the area where the nail is flaking. The file will smooth out irregularities. Then it is worth applying a transparent strengthening varnish.
- Use acetone-free nail polish remover – it dries out both the cuticle and the nail. It is best to use a liquid with added vitamins.
- It is better to cut your nails with a file rather than cut them with scissors. Scissors deform nails, bend them, and from this they break more often. It is better to use a file with a hardness of 100/180 and cut only in one direction so that the nails do not flake.
These are the main rules for nail care. In addition, it is important to understand that beauty, including the beauty of nails, largely comes from within. This is why not only external care is important, but also lifestyle. Pay special attention to nutrition: you should have enough fish, fruits and vegetables in your diet.
Next, you will learn how to apply gel polish at home.