5. Advanced Nail Art Techniques
Discover some nail art ways to improve your basic to amazing manicues.Start with basic designs utilizing tools you already own dots, stripes, or gradients.Use a dotting tool or a pin’s head to create patterns by adjusting the size and spacing for dots.Practice geometric drawings with clear lines created with striping tape or a thin brush.Use a cosmetic sponge to smoothly mix colors to learn the gradient method.Stamping plates for complex designs will help you to ensure that you work fast and with light hand.Learn to make negative space designs by deliberately leaving some of the nail unpolished.Try water marbling—dropping polish into room temperature water and making patterns with a toothpick—before dipping your nail for more complex effects.
6. Gel Polish Application at Home
While working with gel polish calls for particular methods and tools, it can produce salon-quality, long lasting effects.Invest in a decent LED or UV lamp first, then professional gel itemsThinly apply the gel base coat; cure as directed by the manufacturer.Apply color using small layers; avoid getting polish on the cuticles or skin since this may cause lifting.With every layer, cap the free corners to stop chipping.Finish every layer totally before moving on to the next.Apply a somewhat thicker layer for the top coat to get best protection and gloss.Eliminate the tacky inhibitory layer with alcohol following the last treatment.Recall that with gel polish, appropriate prep work is even more important since any moisture or oil on the nail plate can cause lifting.
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