How to make a manicure for yourself at home?

Many female representatives pay great attention to the appearance of their nails. Well-groomed, neatly painted nails - it is beautiful and pleasing to the eye. Services in salons and with masters at home are not cheap, so more and more girls and women tend to learn how to do manicures themselves. The process not only saves savings, but also brings pleasure. In order for your skill to be close to the skill of professionals, you need to train more and follow some rules.

How to make a classic manicure for yourself?

There are two types of manicure: classic and European. A cut manicure is considered a classic, involving the cutting of the cuticle. European or "unedged" has become popular relatively recently. This style came from Europe and North America. It is safer to perform, as it does not require cutting the cuticle.

But classics always remain classics. In application stepstrim manicure includes:

• Creating a shape of nails;
• Bath for hands;
• Getting rid of the cuticle.

These are the main steps, each of which has its own implementation nuances.

Necessary tools

To achieve the beauty of fingernails at home, you must use special instruments:

• Nail polish remover;
• Cotton pads or lint-free napkins;
• Manicure scissors / nippers;
• Pusher or orange stick to remove cuticle;
• Remover (cuticle cleanser) or bath;
• Nail file;
• Nail file for polishing;
• Base coating for the plate;
• Hand cream.

After you have collected all the necessary set, you can begin to prepare the surface of the nails for applying varnish.

Nail polish remover

If you have an old nail polish on your nails, then, accordingly, you need to get rid of it so that the new color does not mix with the previous one and looks beautiful.

A clean plate also does not hurt to wipe the liquid from removing the varnish. This simple action will help degrease the surface of the nail. It is better to do this with a lint-free napkin; it, unlike cotton pads, does not leave fibers.

Trimming and filed nails

The next step is shaping your nails. There is an opinion that you can not cut your nails - just file. However, this action is insignificant, since it does no harm to the natural plate.

If your free edge is too long, trim it to the desired length with scissors or wire cutters. After trimming, the file comes into play. You need to file at an angle of 90 °, otherwise the nails will flake.

Whether you want to create a square or round shape, the movements should be smooth, especially when working with the side. Otherwise, there is a chance of nail ingrowth.

Cuticle removal

Before proceeding, and so that get rid from malicious cuticles, it must first be softened.

Before starting the procedure, treat the instruments with an antiseptic to prevent accidentally introducing an infection under the skin.

In a bowl with warm water, add sea salt or essential oil, dip your fingers in water for 5 minutes. Instead of the bath, you can use a special tool - a remover, the result will be the same. After the cuticle has softened, gently pick it up with a pusher. Do not press hard on the area of ​​the hole, as this may damage the nail plate. Carefully cut the moved cuticle with thin nail scissors. So that there is no further delamination, lightly sand the surface of the plate with a polishing file.

A good supplement would be cuticle oil. At the end of the procedure, apply massage movements to the skin near the nail and the cuticle itself. This nourishes the treated surface with the necessary vitamins and relieves irritation.

Applying varnish

How to make unedged manicure at home?

Unedged manicure - one of the main modern trends. A significant plus of this technique is its safety. The main principle: do not cut the cuticle, but simply “push” it to the base. Thus, its structure remains soft and pliable.

The cuticle protects the nail from infection, while its preservation, this function remains. The more often you cut off the skin, the rougher it becomes and spoils the manicure, because the cuticle grows very quickly. Also, the nail plate deteriorates.

Do unedged manicure at home simply, for this you need to follow the tips:

• If before that you always did a classic manicure, but decided to switch to the European version, then after each shower, move the skin to the base of the nail. When the cuticle grows, remove it with cleansing movements.
• To improve blood flow and soften rough skin, wipe your fingers with cuticle oil several times a day.
• Get a tough file. It helps get rid of burrs and prevent the emergence of new ones.

The main thing in unedged manicure is to observe the daily care of the cuticle. Follow the basic three rules and painted nails on your hands will look neat and beautiful.

Ideas for Home Manicure

Professional nail service masters are not only experienced, they have a rich imagination for the most amazing nail designs. Beauty can be concluded in simplicity, or in originality of design.

At home, it is possible to make a manicure no worse, there would be a desire and patience. Experienced manicure masters to create nail art at home are advised to start with simple designs.

French manicure

French is the simplest and most popular manicure that always looks fresh and neat on the nails. To create it you will need: transparent base, varnish of a gentle shade, white varnish and fixative.

Execution technique following:

1. Cover the nails with a base base;
2. Apply colored varnish, preferably in two layers to contrast with a white strip, and wait until it dries;
3. A thin brush should draw a white strip along the edge of the nail. To make it come out smoother, you can use a stencil;
4. Pass the fixing varnish on the nail plate.

French manicure embodies sophistication and elegance; it will look great both on a gala evening and on usual everyday life.

Moon manicure

Lunar manicure is also called "reverse jacket."The difference between a lunar manicure and a French manicure is in the location of the strip - it is located at the hole, and not along the edge of the nail.

Application principle varnish is almost the same as in the classic version:

1. Apply a base coat;
2. Draw the rim of the nail plate with a brush;
3. Apply a second color to the main part of the nail;
4. Cover with fixative.

there is yet one option applying lunar nail art:

1. Apply a transparent base;
2. Cover the hole with a stencil sticker that you can cut yourself;
3. Varnish nails;
4. Then, when the free edge dries, paint the base of the nail with a thin brush;
5. Apply fixing agent.

A manicure with holes looks interesting and fresh. Also, to turn a hole into a shining crescent moon, you can use a shiny varnish or apply on top of the glitter.

Matte manicure

To create a matte manicure, you will need a special coating. It can be colored, like regular varnish, and colorless, which any glossy varnish turns into matte.

To make a matte manicure, you need:

1. Degrease nails;
2. Apply the desired varnish. It can be varied: with a shimmer, glitter, with metal or mother of pearl. The texture is unimportant;
3. Spread the nail evenly over the nail. Matte manicure emphasizes all the bumps, so the nails should be perfectly polished;
4. Secure with a matte finish.

The matte finish brightens the color, but without it the varnish will not last long.

If you do not have a special varnish, but want to getmatte effect, then this can be achieved in another way. To do this, you need to follow the steps:

1. To apply a basis;
2. Put a small saucepan with water to boil;
3. Coat nails with a thin layer of varnish;
4. When the first coat dries, apply a second to two nails;
5. Until the nails are dry, hold them to steam from the water. Wait about a minute, periodically changing the angle of the palm;
6. When the procedure is complete, apply a fixative.

This technique should be done alternately on each finger, but in the end a matte effect will be achieved.

Water manicure

Water manicure has another name - marble. This nail art always has a unique design that cannot be repeated twice. It’s easy to do at home. For this you will need:

• Narrow water tank;
• Varnish with liquid consistency (at least two colors);
• Any tape;
• Cuticle oil;
• Cotton buds and discs;
• Thin wooden stick;
• Nail polish remover;
• Base and fixer for nails.

When everything you need is collected, you can proceed to manicure:

1. Carry out a base coat on the nail plate;
2. Tape the skin around the nails with tape;
3. Five drops of the first color drip into a vessel with water. When the color fills the water surface, add as many drops to the remaining shades;
4. With a stick, draw the desired pattern on the surface;
5. Dip your fingers into the colorful film and, after waiting a bit, take it out;
6. When the varnish has dried, remove the adhesive tape. If the color has entered the skin, it can be wiped off with a nail polish remover;
7. Apply fixative.

Water to create water nail art must be at room temperature. In a warm pattern, the surface will be sloppy, and in cold, the varnish will quickly harden and curl.

With water manicure you can create not only chaotic lines, but also peas. To achieve this effect, you need the following tools:

1. Lucky neon flowers (3-4);
2. Black and white varnish;
3. Spray with a weak stream, a deodorant or hair spray is suitable;
4. Base and fixer.

Creation order neon peas:

1. Cover the nails with the base, and then paint with white varnish. On white, colored dots will look brighter;
2. Take 3-4 colors and distribute them on the plate at your discretion. If one color goes on another or the painting turns out to be uneven, then that's okay. This will not affect the result;
3. Tape the skin around the nails with tape;
4. In a container with barely warm water, drip black varnish so that it spreads over the surface of the water;
5. Any spray (for hair, deodorant, etc.e.) splash black so that spots of various shapes appear;
6. Dip 1-2 fingers, use a toothpick to remove excess;
7. Remove the tape. If the varnish extends beyond the nail, remove it with nail polish remover;
8. Cover your nails with a fixing top.

Another original nail art is ready. Water manicure looks best on medium-long nails.

Mirror Manicure

Mirror manicure creates the appearance of a transfusion of color. It looks rich and interesting, but for this you need to purchase:

• Gel polish;
• Coating for gel polish;
• UV lamp;
• Rubbing (shiny powder);
• Cosmetic sponge.

Having acquired the necessary tools, you can begin to apply nail art:

1. First of all, cover the nails with a special base and hold under a UV lamp for about 2 minutes;
2. Distribute the main color over the nails and dry under the lamp;
3. Be sure to apply a second coat and place again under the UV lamp;
4. Cover the nails with a top coat, dry the nails in turn;
5. With a sponge, apply spangles in the middle of the nail plate and spread over the entire surface of the nail;
6. Fix with a top and dry under a UV lamp.

Applying a mirror manicure takes longer than regular varnish, but it looks much richer and more spectacular. The options for nail art are endless, just like fantasy. Experiment, learn from professionals and create yourself.

How to make varnish hold for a long time?

Each girl and woman tormented herself with the question: how to make varnish hold on for a long time? And it does not matter whether a manicure was done in the salon or at home. Lacquer tends to crack. This process can be delayed by following some tips:

• Sand the nail plate with a polishing file. The nails should be smooth, so the varnish will not only last long, but also will lie more beautiful. But do this carefully so as not to damage the plate.
• If you have thin nails, do it well. On hard nails, the varnish lasts longer. Always use a base.
• Degrease the nail cover. Remains of varnish, particles of fat and dust particles invisible to the eye affect the success of the future nail art.
• Many in childhood saw adult women, before applying varnish, beat him on the palm of his hand. However, this action is fundamentally wrong. The bottle of varnish must be twisted in the hands, so the varnish does not mix with air and there will be no bubbles. Also, the bottle should be kept in a dark place.
• Paint your nails in three steps. The first stroke is in the center, then on the sides.
• Varnish should not be applied more than two layers.
• After applying each coat, allow the nails to dry for at least 10 minutes.
• Apply vitamin oil to the plate and skin around the nail. It will protect nail art and strengthen the structure of the nail.
• Do a manicure when all the household chores are done. Ideally, in order to dry completely and not spoil from contact with objects, the varnish needs more than 12 hours. But an hour is enough to harden and not to collect fine dust.
• Whether it is a simple varnish, shellac or gel polish, always use the base at the beginning of the creation of manicure, and finally apply a fixative.

Never blow dry the varnish, use a UV lamp or wait for the coating to dry on its own.

By following these simple rules, you will preserve the beauty and health of your nails. Paint the nails as often as possible, and then, with the advent of experience, your manicure can not be distinguished from the work of the master.