Girls who are accustomed to attracting the attention of people around them will surely like decorative modeling on their nails. Depending on the specific design, you can create manicure in a variety of moods - from casual and relaxed to strict or romantic.
Content:
- Reborn like a phoenix from the ashes
- We deal with the compositions
- Preparatory stage
- Step-by-step master class
- The most interesting ideas
Reborn like a phoenix from the ashes
Richly decorated nails came into fashion a few years ago, when the masters actively increased the length and decorated it with voluminous flowers. Then the trend was forgotten a bit. But only to be reborn now with renewed vigor.
In the trend of 2021, maximum naturalness and realism. If these are buds, then they should really look like real ones. And fish or birds can give the feeling that they are about to evade.
There are also a few more features:
- Increased practicality and resistance to everyday activities. Bulk decor is not afraid of chips, cracks, if it is done professionally.
- Wide range of colors. Experienced craftsmen have a wide variety of acrylics, so a fashionista can realize any of her ideas.
- Apply over shellac for a neat look. Due to this, the duration of the session in the salon is noticeably increased.
- Suitable for medium to long nails. On short ones, the decor will be hard to see, neither the girl herself nor those around her will be able to distinguish beautiful details.
There is a stereotype that 3D sculpting is only suitable for special occasions - for a holiday or weddings... In fact, this is not the case. For everyday manicure, you can choose a more modest jacket and decorate 1-2 fingers.
How to make such beauty yourself and is it possible?
It is very difficult for a layman to cope with the task, because even a simple 3D design takes time, skill and patience.
Two sides of the coin
Like any other technique, volumetric decor has its advantages and disadvantages. The main thing for which girls around the world love it are its spectacular appearance and attractive design. There are a lot of options for what exactly can be done on the nails.
In addition, modern manufacturers produce varnishes in different colors. Among the popular ideas, there are those that are suitable for everyday wear. It is easy to combine them with dresses, trouser suits, skirts.
The second important advantage is resistance to mechanical damage. The coating is not afraid of either cleaning or washing, because the modeling is usually covered with a transparent polymer.
However, there are also disadvantages:
- One manicure session takes a long time. It takes from 2 to 4 hours to create a unique nail-art, depending on the qualifications and experience of the master. And self-taught beginners will take even longer.
- Inconvenience to wear. Bulky parts cling to clothes, get in the way when doing household work.
- Weighting nails. The manicure looks and feels thicker and thicker compared to classic nail-art;
- Risk of allergies. Some materials can damage the nail plate.
Another drawback is the high price. For one session in a beauty salon, you can pay twice as much as for an ordinary single-color coating with a design.
We deal with the compositions
Usually, masters in beauty salons use several materials to create sculpting:
- 3D gels that have a dense texture. Thanks to this consistency, it is easy for the master to form the desired element.The best part is that it is easy to work with it even for a beginner - you can make all simple shapes. However, for a complex ornament, you will have to choose something else. After the end of the session in the salon, this material must be covered with a top.
- 4D components allow you to experiment for a long time and bring the decor to perfection. In liquid form, the paste has a very plastic texture and resembles jelly. The composition is shiny, but after hardening, the surface becomes dull. The peculiarity of this material in the technology of its drying - a special lamp with ultraviolet radiation is required. Although it takes a little longer to dry, no top coat is required.
- The sculpting gel is suitable for creating small accent pieces. Does not require a finish.
- Acrylic powder, which is then mixed with a special liquid. Together they form a pliable plasticine, which is not applied to the nail, but manually molded into the desired element.
It is best to check with the master before a session in a beauty salon which component will be used. After all, there is always a risk of intoxication or allergies.
Gel features
Gel modeling is rapidly gaining popularity. However, the main mistake that a novice self-taught craftswoman makes is to try to sculpt something using ordinary varnish. For such purposes, a special composition, thicker, is required.
Experts distinguish two types of this material:
- 3D gel, very malleable and malleable.
- 4D gel, more difficult to apply.
The composition remains the most accessible. It is allowed for all girls, regardless of the state of the body. Even pregnant women can use it to create an ornament - it is so safe.
Many girls cannot decide what to buy in the first place - gel or acrylic. You should be aware that it will take much more time to create a decor from the first component, because each layer will have to be dried in a UV lamp.
In addition, the material is difficult to remove. First, you will have to cut down the stucco molding for a long time, then remove the dust that has arisen from the saw. And only then it will be possible to remove the plain shellac coating in the usual way.
This is what experienced women of fashion recommend: since the process of working with the gel is long and complicated, it is better to entrust the first procedures to an experienced master.
It is worth observing his actions, remembering the algorithm of actions and only after a couple of procedures begin to master modeling on his own.
Timeless classics
Acrylic has recently been extremely popular, because with the help of this composition, any ideas can be realized. There is a transparent, translucent, one-color powder - in a variety of shades. To create beautiful ornaments, the master combines powder and liquid - a transparent monomer liquid that hardens the powder.
It is customary to divide all acrylic into two groups:
- Aquarium modeling. First, the wizard creates the details pattern, places them on the nail, and then covers the plate with a transparent fixation top. As a result, the drawing turns out to be flat, as if hidden under transparent glass (because of this analogy, the name originated). The advantage of the method is obvious - the flat design looks impressive, but does not cause discomfort for everyday wear.
- Three-dimensional modeling assumes a clearer outline of the pattern as a whole and all the details separately. Volume is achieved due to the absence of a thick layer of transparent finish. Manicure is not entirely convenient in everyday life, but it looks very beautiful and attractive.
The composition is shown to those girls who complain of brittle nails. Acrylic has a good effect on the surface of the plate, strengthens it, gives it a healthy look and shine. However, the same material cannot be used by those who have any fungal disease: the composition will create a greenhouse effect, and the disease will develop even faster.
Preparatory stage
Some fashionistas still decide to bring beauty to the home. Therefore, it is important to know what tools are required.
Your best bet is to have:
- Two types of materials - acrylic and gel. First, you can choose the one that is more convenient to work with. Secondly, two compositions with different textures will allow you to create more diverse elements.
- Regular varnish, which will be used as a base for further decoration. It will require the appropriate funds - a base coat and a top finish.
- Additional accessories that complete the look - rhinestones, beads, shimmering powder, beads.
Don't forget about the tools. You will have to stock up on degreaser, nail polish remover (in case some part is wrong the first time), tampons, foil, brushes and dots. A lamp is useful for drying.
If the first experience of working with volume is ahead, most likely, all the necessary tools will not be available. Fortunately, some can be replaced with tools at hand. For example, dots: a ballpoint pen, a hairpin with a round end is suitable instead.
Step-by-step master class
Armed with all the tools you need, you can start creating nail-art. If the nails are extended, the situation is simpler: you can immediately start creating a masterpiece. If the fingers are "naked", you will have to pre-process them - do a regular manicure with cutting the cuticle, apply a transparent base and monochromatic varnish.
After the final stage - finishing coat - it is necessary to remove the top sticky layer. Then you can start applying 3D composition or acrylic.
The procedure is step by step:
- Dos picks up a small (bead-sized) amount of material and rolls into a ball.
- The bead is applied to the nail in the place where it should be located.
- The center is pressed by the tool so that the drop does not slip from the desired place.
- The bead dries well under an ultraviolet lamp.
- All elements of the picture are executed according to this algorithm.
- The result is embellished with shadows, small additions.
When the marigolds are completely ready, you can dry them under ultraviolet light.
If you are working with acrylic, the procedure is slightly different.
After preparing the surface, a special glue is applied to the desired place. Then a little acrylic is taken with the tool, the element is rolled in the desired shape and placed on the glue. When all the nail-art is ready, all that remains is to apply the fixer.
When sculpting, it is important to keep track of the speed at which the decor is created. Application too quickly can lead to inaccuracy. Working slowly, you may not have time to dry the material and ruin the whole drawing.
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Secrets from the pros
What newcomer would not like to get the advice of a professional with a long experience of work?
Experienced masters shared several recommendations and lessons for beginners who are just learning the basics of manicure.
Here's what they advise:
- Before starting work, choose the appropriate shape and length of the nail plates. If this is the first experience with volumetric decor, you can first draw a sketch on paper - how and where exactly the parts will be located.
- At first, it is preferable to do nail art with a gel, since it is easier to use, although it takes more time. Then you can add individual elements from the innovative 4D component.
- Each element must be dried and polymerized separately. Especially if the composition consists of several colors. If you first apply all the shades and only then send the nail under the lamp, then the shades will mix with each other and the pattern will deteriorate.
- Do not sculpt at the edge or at the cuticle. The more free space around the stucco molding, the stronger and more durable it is.
A quite obvious rule, which for some reason many girls forget, is to keep the tools and work surface clean.
For example, it is strictly forbidden to touch the brush with your fingers. If the nap of the brush becomes greasy, the process will need to be stopped.
The most interesting ideas
Fashionistas are very fond of the volumetric ornament on their nails.Judging by the designs worn by the girls, there are several popular ideas:
- With one flowering bud or a large composition at once. It is believed that small red roses are suitable for everyday wear, and large ones are best left for the holiday.
- Supplementing plain black or white coatings with berries or fruits. Depending on the length, you can apply the fruit in full size (even if reduced) or only a part.
- Decorative 3D-element, combined with a rub in, a shiny finish, a scattering of sparkles.
Some stylish options:
