Now let's talk about the simplest actions that will help you do your nails well-groomed and beautiful. These actions are called by one well-known word - manicure.

In order to do it right manicure you will need the following items:

Nail file (avoid metal files, they are too rough);

Sharp nail scissors;

Towel;

Nail polish remover (without acetone);

Bowl with warm water;

Soft brush for cleaning nails;

Wooden or plastic stick for pushing back cuticles;

Moisturizer, oil or nail balm;

Base for varnish, nail polish, protective coating for varnish (the last item is optional).

To get the right manicure, we will adhere to a certain procedure.

Procedure.

If the nails were covered with varnish, then you need to carefully remove it;

Wash your hands and brush your nails with a soft brush. Then dry your hands;

- take a nail file and give them the desired shape. Gently file your nails at the corners. By filing too much, you weaken the nail. If your nails are too long, it is better to trim them first. This must be done while the nails are wet. Movements when filing nails should be from the edges to the middle. After giving your nails the desired shape, you can check their smoothness. To do this, run each nail over the old tights - there should be no puffs;

Now we’ll make a warm bath (you can add chamomile decoction to it) and immerse your fingers in it for 10-15 minutes;

After taking the bath, the skin on the fingers around the nails has softened and all excess can be removed. But not the cuticle! This thin skin is needed to protect the nail root from dirt and bacteria. Simply push back the cuticle with a wooden or plastic stick. Manicure is a pleasant procedure; there is no need to be zealous in the process of removing rough and excess skin;

Lubricate the skin of your hands and nails with cream, oil or balm. Massage your hands and each finger for several minutes;

As a matter of fact, the manicure is finished. But if you want to coat your nails with varnish, then proceed to the next step. Remove any remaining cream from your nails and wipe them dry. (If you lubricated your hands with oil, you will have to wipe your nails with nail polish remover). Apply sequentially base coat, nail polish, and topcoat.

Little tricks:

You can cut only wet nails, and file nails, on the contrary, only dry ones;

Products containing acetone degrease nails. As a result of using such products, nails stop shining. Therefore, try not to use such means;

Often the nail polish cap dries to the bottle. To prevent this from happening, lubricate the thread with a thin layer of Vaseline or thoroughly wipe the neck of the bottle before closing;

To make the varnish last longer, apply not one, but 2-3 layers;

The problem of premature drying of the polish can ruin the entire process of painting your nails. To ensure that the varnish retains its liquid form longer, it is recommended to store it in the refrigerator;

It is best to mix the varnish by rolling the bottle between your palms. When we shake the polish, bubbles are formed;

Some varnishes contain toluene and formaldehyde, which cause allergies. When buying varnish, it is advisable to pay attention to this.

Beautiful and well-groomed nails incredibly decorate hands, so manicure is a necessary and mandatory procedure not only for women, but also for men. After all, systematic nail care is not only about their beauty, but also about their health.

Manicure is a cosmetic procedure for treating the nails on the fingers and the fingers themselves, or even the entire hand. Manicures are performed as in beauty salons or beauty salons by qualified specialists. manicure pedicure makeup tattoo

Manicure may include:

• Hand massage
• · Baths for the skin of hands and nails
• Nail care, polishing, shaping
• · Decoration of nails with varnish, rhinestones, etc.
• Nail extension

From the point of view of cuticle processing, there are two types of manicure - trimmed and untrimmed. When cutting a manicure, a special tool is used to cut the cuticle - cuticle cutters (they are also sometimes called cuticle nippers; tweezers - their incorrect name and refers to the tool tweezers for plucking hair on the eyebrows), when unedged - wooden sticks are used or sanded with a special electric manicure device. During public manicure, increased hygiene requirements are required to avoid instrumental infection with fungal diseases.

There are more than 16 types of manicure, for example:

• 1. Classic or edged manicure: the cuticle is trimmed with special tweezers or scissors for burrs.
• 2. European or unedged manicure: the cuticle is not trimmed, as with a classic one, but is pushed back with orange sticks; gentle type of manicure.
• 3. French manicure: differs in the method of applying varnishes - soft (pale pink or beige) along the finger plate, white on the outer tip.
• 1. American manicure: the color of the polish and lipstick are the same.
• 2. Spa manicure: with appropriate spa treatments - soaking, massage, etc.
• 3. Hardware manicure: the cuticle is polished with a special machine.
• 4. Hot manicure: at the beginning of the procedure, hands are placed in an electric bath with warm cream or oil. During the procedure, nourishing and softening compounds are rubbed into the skin of the hands. After a hot manicure, the skin becomes soft, smooth, nails become stronger, and their appearance improves.
• 5. Japanese manicure: a kind of “cover” is created around the nail plate, protecting it from external influences. A distinctive feature of Japanese manicure is the use of only natural compounds and tools. First, the cuticle is softened, and a special preparation is rubbed into the nails, which is identical in composition to the nail plate. Then the nails are sanded and polished with a special powder.
• 6. Spanish manicure: distinguished by depth and richness of color, multi-layered. Several layers of varnish are applied to the nail, each of a different color. Each layer can cover the entire surface of the nail, or only a part. This creates multi-colored stripes that visually lengthen the nail.
• 2. Nail extension technologies: acrylic, silk, gel

Acrylic (some cunning masters came up with the name “porcelain”, but it’s the same thing) nails can be extended in two ways: - on forms - special flexible plates on which an artificial nail is formed; - and on tips (from English tip) - plastic nails that are glued to yours, and material is already applied to them. (I prefer to work only on forms). The type of acrylic nails is less beautiful than others, but is more durable. Nails have greater elasticity, elasticity, and do not crack when strongly bent. They are suitable for those women who lead an active lifestyle and the likelihood of nail damage is quite high.

SILK (synonym - FIBERGLASS) The technology for extending silk nails is as follows: the nails are shortened, tips are glued to them, then shreds are cut out of silk or other similar material (fiberglass, linen) in the shape of the nails. They are impregnated with a special composition and applied to the nails. After hardening, the procedure is repeated, that is, several layers are applied. Then the nails are processed, shaped, and polished.

Extension technologies using different gels differ slightly. The bottom line is that the gel is a material that hardens under the influence of ultraviolet rays. Gel nails have a more festive look - they shine, they are transparent. But, in my opinion, gel nails have two main disadvantages compared to acrylic nails:

• - they are more fragile;
• - they are afraid of significant temperature changes (in winter - from the street to a warm room, for example), which causes them to crack; - they cannot be repaired, i.e. If a gel nail is cracked, it needs to be removed and a new one done, but an acrylic nail can be repaired.

The process of nail extensions can be divided into five main stages:

• 1. After examining the hands, the nail plates are processed using a file or a special machine - the fat layer is removed, the surface is leveled
• 2. A special “form” is put on the finger. After the acrylic hardens, the mold is removed. When working with tips, a tip is glued instead.
• 3. Using a special brush, a two-component polymer - acrylic - is applied to the nail plate. A nail of the selected length and shape is formed.
• 4. When all the nails are formed and the acrylic has hardened, a special file is used to give the final shape and length, and the surface is processed.
• 4. Sanding, polishing, applying varnish.

Pedicure is a therapeutic practice, necessary like any other element of personal hygiene, and requires a serious approach.

When doing a pedicure, you can use the tools that are used to do a manicure.

There are different types of pedicure: classic (edged), European (dry), hardware, nail pedicure, SPA pedicure, Japanese, French and fish pedicure (fish peeling).

Classic pedicure.

The classic cut or wet pedicure is the most common nail care procedure due to its accessibility. The procedure dates back more than a hundred years, and the history of professional foot care began with this type of pedicure.

During the procedure, piercing and cutting instruments are used: scissors, tweezers, etc., which is why the classic pedicure is called trimming.

European pedicure.

This type of pedicure has several names: dry pedicure, unedged pedicure. During the procedure, baths and piercing and cutting instruments are not used. This is its main advantage over other types of pedicure.

Hardware pedicure.

A foot care procedure that uses a special device. Instead of water, special softening creams are used, which reduces the risk of fungal infection. They only affect the roughened layer of skin, while the healthy layer is not damaged by scalpels and files.

Hardware pedicure, being gentle, has virtually no contraindications and is recommended for persons of any gender. The only contraindication is a thin nail plate. But it’s worth consulting with a specialist: this is not a strict prohibition for everyone.

Pedicure of nails.

Tight shoes, high heels, nylon tights - these are just a few reasons that affect the condition of toenails. Under the weight of the body, they become deformed, exfoliate, and acquire a yellowish tint.

Pedicure is aimed at removing these defects and includes the following types of procedures: cleaning the skin of the feet from calluses and rough skin; removal of the upper layers of the epithelium; correction of ingrown and deformed nails, giving them the correct shape; removal of calluses; antifungal treatment of nails; cuticle treatment; foot massage

SPA pedicure.

This is an elite treatment that allows you to achieve excellent results for any skin condition of your feet. Quite a few preparations have been created specifically for this procedure, which contain high-quality natural ingredients to soften and moisturize the skin of the feet. The presence of products containing fruit acids and sea salts in the complex allows you to painlessly remove calluses and dry skin. Mineral-rich algae, aromatherapy oils and botanical extracts serve to nourish your feet for a truly baby-soft feel. The composition of the preparations, as a rule, includes fruit extracts, as well as citrus essential oils and extracts of medicinal plants. But paraffin foot wraps (paraffin therapy) can restore truly childlike softness to the soles.

Japanese pedicure.

This procedure is becoming very popular, as it allows you not only to give your feet and nails an attractive appearance, but also to prevent many diseases. Japanese pedicure is a comprehensive foot care session that includes classic and hardware types of pedicure. Such a session begins with diagnosing the condition of the feet and nails, as a result of which the specialist determines the correct sequence of cosmetic procedures. Depending on the type of care required for the feet and nail plates, the master chooses special cosmetics. All materials and preparations used in Japanese manicure are made exclusively on a natural basis and are rich in nutrients and vitamins.

French pedicure.

This is not just a nail care technique, but also a special design style, known all over the world, which came from manicure. The procedure is painless and completely safe, since the cuticle is removed without damage.

Typically, a French pedicure is performed using European technology, but there are other options. An initial combination with the classical technique is possible, which after 5-6 procedures can be completely eliminated.

Pedicure with fish (Fish Peeling).

This procedure involves small fish taking care of the client’s feet. Fish pedicure is recommended for those who want to make traditional foot care procedures more gentle. Fish doctor can cure skin diseases such as eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis. To do this, not only the client’s legs are immersed in the aquarium, but his entire body.

Today, salons offer a wide range of manicure techniques - hardware, European, SPA, etc. But the most popular and popular remains the classic - cutting technology, which can be performed both in a beauty salon and at home.

What is a classic manicure?

Any type of manicure is designed to give your hands and nails a well-groomed look. In order not to get confused in the terminology of such broad methods, it is worth understanding that classic manicure is synonymous with edged manicure. The word “trimming” refers to the removal of the cuticle with a special tool - circumcision.

Among the advantages of trimmed manicure are speed and ease of implementation, a minimal set of devices and tools and, accordingly, lower financial costs. A trimmed manicure will guarantee a positive result even in the most advanced cases.

But, despite all this, there are also disadvantages, namely, to perform this type of nail treatment you will need some skill, otherwise you can get injured. To create a high-quality trimmed manicure at home, at a minimum, you need to watch video tutorials from professionals, or carefully study this issue.

Classic manicure: set of tools with photos

A classic manicure at home requires special tools.

The shoulder blade is a pusher. Some girls completely forget about such a useful tool as a spatula. Or in professional jargon - a pusher. Depending on its purpose, it has different shapes of ends. According to their purpose, pushers are divided into manicure pushers.

The pusher has 2 working surfaces. Most often, one side is made in the form of a spatula, and is intended directly for pushing back the cuticle. An orange stick can perform the same function.

The second part acts as a “scraper” and removes the thin skin that grows on the nail plate (pterygium). In addition, this tool can be used to clean the edges of the nail if it is very dirty.

When choosing, it is best to give preference to products made of medical steel. Of course, there are plastic and wooden specimens, but they are quite brittle, but they are not used in salons at all due to sterilization problems.

Equally important when choosing a tool is its convenience, namely the handles. Plastic and wood are the most preferred in this regard, but metal ones often have serrations on the handle that allow you to hold the pusher in your hand.

It is worth paying attention to the shape of the spatula; the universal model is oval. Square when used can cause inconvenience and even pain.

Nail files. In any case, a manicure cannot be done without a nail file, even if the nails are not natural. With the modern abundance of different options, it is difficult not to get confused and find the right model.

When choosing this tool, you need to pay attention to the following characteristics: abrasiveness, base and the material itself. The higher the abrasiveness, the finer the spraying roughness, and accordingly the file is softer. This indicator is measured in Grit, and for natural nails, for a standard manicure, files with an abrasiveness of 200 - 300 Grit are quite suitable. Files with high abrasiveness - 900 - 1200 Grit are designed for polishing nails to give them shine.

It is best to give preference to rubber and cardboard based options. Iron files are relics of the past. For those with strong nails, it is quite possible to use sand or sapphire nails. If your nails are brittle and brittle, then it is best to give preference to fine-grained files with a buffer zone.

Nail clippers. What exactly to choose for cuticle removal is the choice of every woman. But as practice shows, most people prefer wire cutters. The modern market for manicure tools offers a wide selection.

As with pushers, it is best to give preference to nippers that are made of medical steel and hand-sharpened. Such tools are the sharpest, which ensures high-quality manicure and prevention of hangnails.

Among lovers of home manicure, the following brands of clippers are most popular: Zinger, Stalex, Yoko. Usually, the purchase begins with the Zinger company, but disappointment sets in almost immediately. Nippers from this company do not have enough weight, they are practically not felt in the hand, which makes it quite difficult to treat nails. Moreover, they do not have manual or even diamond sharpening, which significantly affects the quality of the manicure and cutting ability. As a result, the nippers do not bite off the cuticle, but simply tear it off, therefore, after a couple of days, instead of beautiful, well-groomed fingers, a huge number of rather painful hangnails appear.

Companies such as Stalex and Yoko have the most positive reviews. Moreover, even professionals recommend them for home use. The cutters of these companies are sharpened by hand, made of medical steel and have a wide range of models. By choosing the right model that is most convenient, you can forget about sharpening for a long time and enjoy a high-quality manicure for a long time. Stalex and Yoko trim the cuticle rather than pinch it off, so you can achieve a smooth cuticle edge and forget about burrs.

Curettes for manicure. This tool is designed to remove dead skin cells that may accumulate between the cuticle and nail. In general, the range of indications for curettes is quite wide. This tool is a must have for people who are familiar with the problem of ingrown nails.

Externally, this tool is very similar to a dental excavator; by the way, if there is such an opportunity, it is best to use them. The working surface of curettes can be different - in the form of a spoon or a spatula. Can be unilateral or bilateral. Using a curette, it is easy and convenient to remove the dry cuticle that is located along the nail.

Classic manicure technology: sequence with photos

The most important condition for a neat manicure is that your nails should be the same length. Nail clippers or scissors will help achieve this goal. And giving shape is the first thing you need to start a manicure with.

After cutting your nails, if necessary, and giving them shape, you need to finish what you started with a nail file. An important condition is that you can only file dry nails, otherwise there is a high probability that they will begin to peel. When filing, the file should be positioned at an angle of 90 degrees, only in this case all layers of the nail will be filed evenly.

Only after treating your nails can you proceed to the 2nd step - baths. This condition is necessary to prepare the cuticle. Thanks to the baths, it absorbs moisture and softens. If time is limited, you can use a special liquid for removing cuticles, which will literally soften the skin in a matter of minutes and there will be no need to steam your nails.

Nail baths can be made with sea salt, regular soap, essential oils and much more. ingredients you like. As a container for the procedure, you can use special manicure devices or the dishes that you can find at home. The water for baths should be warm and pleasant; it is best if it is at body temperature 36 - 37 degrees. The next stage is to push back the cuticles. For this you can use a pusher or orange sticks. This manipulation must be performed as carefully as possible, trying not to put pressure in the area of ​​the nail root. We must not forget about the cuticle at the side ridges. When moving it away, it is necessary that the spatula lies on the nail plate.

Then you can proceed directly to cutting the cuticle. At this stage you need to be especially careful, because this stage is quite traumatic. It is better to start trimming the manicure on the left hand on the left, on the right hand, respectively, on the right. And gradually move along the perimeter, not forgetting about processing the side rollers.

Exactly what movements to perform the work is a matter of skill. Professionals can trim the cuticle in one motion, but at home you can remove it in small pieces. The most important thing is to trim the cuticle, and not pinch it off, much less tear it off.

Classic manicure: video

Despite the fact that trim manicure is the most complex in technique, it is the most common and effective, suitable for use on nails in any condition. It requires not only certain skills, but also a mandatory set of tools. After classic nail treatment, you can proceed directly to coating them with varnish.

Women who once discovered gel polish rarely return to regular manicure. The beautiful appearance and durability of the coating make it indispensable for busy ladies. If you follow the technique, your nails will be gone for three or even four weeks.

Beautiful manicure

Today, equipment and products for manicure are available to everyone. All that's left to do is learn the sequence of applying gel polish to your nails and you can start applying.

What you need for a manicure

At home, you need the same products that are used in salons.

For manicure you will need:

• dehydrator;
• base, color and top coat.

Applying base coat

Today you can buy gel polish in different price categories. When choosing a base and top, do not skimp, since the durability of the manicure depends on them.

Choosing a lamp

There are two types of lamps on the market - LED and UF. The sequence of applying gel polish does not depend on them, but the drying time of the nail plate does. For manicures at home, UF lamps are most often purchased, since they are much cheaper. Among the disadvantages are a long drying time and the need to change light bulbs. However, this does not affect the quality of the coating in any way.

UV lamp

An LED lamp will cost several times more. It does not require replacement elements. In addition, the hardening time is much shorter - about 10 seconds. In addition to the high cost, the disadvantages of LED lamps include the fact that they are not suitable for some types of varnishes.

For home use, it is better to opt for a UF lamp. The main condition is high power of the device.

Preparation for application

Any manicure should begin with treating the nail plate and removing the cuticle. To do this, dip your fingers in warm water, then carefully cut off the cuticle or push it back with a spatula.

Then we give the nails the desired shape and process them using a sanding file. It is better to choose an abrasive buff to remove the gloss. This will ensure a better connection to the base.

The sequence of gel polish coating includes treating the nails with a degirator. It is applied with lint-free wipes. This way we remove excess fat and moisture. As a last resort, you can use them, but they are very drying and can even affect the final color.

It is not necessary to use a primer at home. If you want to comply with the rules as much as possible, then apply it after treating with a degreaser.

Application process step by step

Remembering the sequence of a gel polish manicure is quite simple. It uses a base, colored varnish and finish.

1. First you need to apply a base coat to your nails. Use a quality base and you won't have to worry about how long your gel polish will last. The base also provides additional protection against color pigment. It must be applied in a thin layer so that voids do not form. It is better to leave just a little product on the brush and carefully distribute it, starting from the tip of the nail. We seal the end. If gel polish gets on the skin, remove it with a wooden stick. Then dry it in a lamp for 2 - 3 minutes (10 seconds if it is an LED lamp).
2. The color layer must be applied in the same way. Make sure that the product does not spread around the edges, otherwise unevenness will form. Dry the gel polish in a lamp. Typically, for a high-quality coating it is necessary to apply 2 – 3 layers. Each of them is dried separately. Do not remove the sticky layer of colored varnish.
3. The manicure sequence includes the application of a finishing agent. The top, like the base, seals the edge of the nail. The finish can be applied in a slightly thicker layer, but it also takes a little longer to dry. Remove the sticky layer using a degreaser. Once completed, use cuticle oil.

Popular techniques for nail design

If you are doing a manicure at home, do not immediately use a complex design. Learn how to work with basic colors, after which you can begin to learn additional techniques.

Today, two main methods are at the peak of popularity:

• gradient;
• broken glass effect.

Use the instructions that explain step by step how to make an unusual nail design.

Gradient

In order to create on your nails, you will need a sponge, brush or sponge. Before starting application, repeat the same steps as for a standard manicure. We remove the cuticles, polish the nails, use a degreaser and apply a base coat.

• Visually divide the nail into upper and lower parts. Carefully spread one color of varnish on the bottom, the other on top. Press the sponge quickly several times to blend the shades. You can also use a brush. Dry the layer in a lamp.
• In another method, varnish of two colors is distributed on a sponge or sponge, and then pressed against the surface of the nail. Excess product is removed.

Types of coating using gradient technique

If you don't succeed right away, don't despair. To get started, you can practice on paper.

Shards

This design uses holographic particles that have a fairly dense structure and create the effect of broken glass. The beginning of a manicure is exactly the same as in other techniques. After you have applied the base and color varnish, attach the decorative elements to the adhesive layer. Distribute them one at a time, preferably using tweezers or a rhinestone pencil.

Important! Try not to use too many large particles on the side of the nail. The finishing layer may not completely cover them.

Top coat is the final step. After this, remove the sticky layer and you can enjoy the finished manicure.

Technique shrapnel (broken glass)

What determines the service life of the coating?

If it does, it means you have sanded the plate too much. Chips can occur due to a poor-quality base. If the ends are poorly sealed, already on the second day you may experience the varnish coming off the nail.

Follow the consistency of the technique, and the coating will last you 3 to 4 weeks. The advantage of gel polish is that, if desired, you can change the design if you carefully remove the top layer and apply a different color.

This season, the most contrasting trends coexist peacefully in manicure fashion. Choose what suits you best. Prompts master of manicure and pedicure at the Moscow beauty salon "Sfera" Ada CHUGAEVA.

Hands are always visible. To keep them in good condition, they should be given attention. Once a week is enough.
To do your own manicure you will need:
1. Small scissors if your nails are soft, or clippers if your nails are strong.
2. Miniature nail clippers.
3. Wooden stick: flat on one side and sharp on the other.
4. Files.
5. Nail brushes.

First stage. Using scissors or clippers, give your nails the desired length and shape. Then file your nails with a nail file. Do not forget that nails are always filed in one direction - from the sides to the middle. The file is at a right angle to the nail. Corners should not be filed deeply.

When giving your nails a shape, remember some small optical tricks: rectangular nails should not be too long, and their tips should be slightly rounded; triangular nails with a wide base are filed oval; It is advisable to file long nail plates shorter.

Second phase. To soften the cuticle at the base of the nail, immerse your fingertips in warm soapy water for about three minutes. Before the “water procedure”, you can lubricate the bases of the nails with mild liquid soap or a special “Cuticle Remover” liquid.

Third stage. Blot the softened nail skin dry and gently move it down with a wooden stick. Remove excess skin with sharp tweezers or cut off with curved nail scissors.

Fourth stage. Rinse your nails with a brush under running water. This procedure will clean the nails and remove any remaining nail skin. In addition, it is an excellent massage that strengthens the nails and provides them with good blood circulation.

Fifth stage. Often nails that are constantly varnished change their natural color. To “whiten,” press your nails into the pulp of half a lemon. After 3-5 minutes, rinse your hands with water.

Sixth stage. Soak your nails in cream or oil. Rub with the pad of your thumb in small circular motions, starting from the root of the nail to its tip. Now your nails are ready to decorate them with polish. Check to see if there is any greasy film left on the nail plates. To make sure of this, “walk” over your nails with a cotton swab moistened with nail polish remover.

Which color should I choose? When choosing a varnish, you should take into account not only your taste and color preferences, but also the color of your hand skin. All warm colors are suitable for dark skin: orange, copper, burgundy. The tenderness of pinkish skin will be set off by pink colors of all shades and coral-reddish varnish. For pale “olive” skin, matte shades of white, pink and red are preferable.

The most durable varnish is at least three layers. Moreover, the very first one - the base - must initially dry completely. Base varnish protects nails from yellowing, so it is extremely necessary when using dark and bright varnishes. In addition, the base “smoothes out” the roughness of the nail plates, facilitating the uniform distribution of colored varnish.

Colored varnish, applied in one or two layers, is covered with a top protective varnish. It is transparent and protects colored varnish from fading and peeling. Close all bottles carefully immediately after use. While the varnish is open, the solvent evaporates and the varnish thickens.

The edges of wide rectangular nails should be left colorless, covering only the middle with colored varnish. The wide base of the nail is also not completely painted over. Nails with a small surface should be grown longer and painted over completely. Dark and bright varnishes are contraindicated for such nails.

“Fun, catchy, unusual” is the motto of current fashion. The aesthetics of nail decorations are gradually returning to smooth, monochromatic nails in a wide variety of colors and shades, with the possible exception of matte white.

Multi-colored nails have noticeably lost their position. They remained only a sign of youth fashion. Multi-colored nails are no longer relevant for “adult women” who have crossed the line of twenty-five years.

While nail decorations remain fashionable: feathers, stones, pictures. Designs on nails are applied with colored varnishes or special paints using the thinnest brushes or pointed wooden sticks such as toothpicks. At home, it is more convenient to use nail stickers, which are glued to the nails according to the instructions. Painted nails at work, or even more so during business negotiations, are considered a sign of bad taste. But for festive evenings or for visiting, they are great.

For a night out, paint your nails with two coats of silver or midnight blue polish; draw abstract pictures with black or silver varnish - stars, Christmas trees, crescents; Cover painted nails with clear or glitter polish. For a daytime feast in sunny weather, use flower motifs: tulips, forget-me-nots, leaves, sunflowers. These designs are best applied to a background of yellow varnish.

If you are going to a formal reception, then a blue and white landscape will do. Cover the base of the nail with white polish, the middle with blue, and the tip with blue. Place a toothpick on the edges of the color stripes and use a circular motion to “mix” the not yet dry varnish in the form of waves-curls. Glue stones or apply silver glitter dots onto two or three nail plates. You can add black stars or boats. Cover the entire composition with clear varnish.

For fun youth parties, a theater or a nightclub, you should sprinkle your nails with sparkling glitter and stick a feather on one nail of each hand. They are glued as follows: a feather is carefully placed on the wet second layer of varnish and held on until it dries. Then glitter and colorless varnish are applied to the nail. Don’t forget - nails with feathers cannot be wet, otherwise your hands will take on a “shabby” appearance. In conclusion, I note that the eternal classic is still considered the shape of the nails, when they slightly protrude beyond the fingertips, in a soft oval or square shape. This elegant nail shape and medium length are comfortable, beautiful and sophisticated.

Advice
Don't get carried away with polishing your nail plates with buffs - polishing files that smooth the surface of your nails and give them shine. Their frequent and excessive use thins the nail plates.

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