How to apply cat-eye gel polish?

Beautiful nails are the main weapon of any girl. There are many techniques for decorating nails.

Varnish "cat's eye" conquered many girls with its incredible effects. It is a varnish with the effect of "shiny metal", which changes the appearance of nails depending on the review by 360 degrees.

In order to create a popular manicure called “cat's eye”, it is necessary to use varnishes, which include microscopic metal particles. Due to them, beautiful overflows and patterns are obtained on the nails. Their structure resembles precious stones, from which the name came.

In addition to varnish, it is necessary to use special magnets. For the convenience of customers and craftsmen, magnets come in a variety of sizes. For example, there are magnets in the form of a ballpoint pen.

Magnets are needed to create patterns. This happens due to the fact that the magnet collects metal grains together - due to this a volumetric pattern is obtained. Beginners are advised to give preference to large and flat magnets, and after that switch to magnetic pens and create incredible iridescent patterns.

Previously, simple patterns in the form of ordinary stripes were made in this way.Now, nail service masters create various complex patterns in the form of curved stripes and full-fledged pictures.

A feature of such varnishes can be considered the fact that they have a sparing effect on the nails.

There are a huge number of ideas for creating a design of manicure with varnish “cat's eye”. It can be done not only in beauty salons, but also at home. With the help of various additional materials, you can diversify and create a unique and unique manicure. Varnishes include a huge palette of colors suitable for any occasion.

The most popular is blue, as well as green, red, burgundy and black. Recently, pastel colors are considered fashionable colors. These include blue, lilac and shades of dusty roses.

Below are ideas for creating design.

To implement such a solution, only gel polish and a magnet are needed. Such a manicure, despite the ease and simplicity of execution, looks stylish and profitable due to its technology.

To create such a manicure you will need a thin brush, as well as a thick matte top of the required color. In order to make a painting on the nails, it is necessary to apply a drawing on a dried nail. Color and style depend entirely on the wishes. The main thing is that he does not stand out from the rest and looks favorably. The plot of the painting is directly related to skills.

To create a manicure with drops, you will need materials such as a matte and glossy top, as well as gel polish with metal particles. On the dried gel polish, you need to apply a transparent top matte coating, and then fix it in the lamp. Then, using a glossy top, it is necessary to apply small drops and again dry in the lamp.

The design using beads and rhinestones in combination with the "cat's eye" will look beautiful and fashionable. Nails will undoubtedly stand out from the rest and attract attention. To create a unique nail design, the above accessories are necessary.

Size, color, shape - all at the discretion of the master. You can use them or make your own pattern.

This painting came straight from the visual arts and is now willingly used in the nail service. To use this painting you will need brushes of different thicknesses, varnishes and other manicure tools. Using gel polish “cat's eye” on top of a simple varnish, you can get a unique pattern that will shine in the sun and attract attention. Together with this technique, you can combine beads and rhinestones to diversify the design of nails.

This option is usually created in connection with a holiday. To do this, it is advisable to use thematic paintings with different varnishes, using rhinestones, beads or sparkles. Also in stores you can find individual stencils or stickers on the nails, which are used as an addition to the design.

Design in gentle pastel shades is a great option for girls, as well as for those who get married.

In this case, you can apply several colors to perform a unique manicure. The use of close and contrasting tones, as well as the use of different techniques and styles, is encouraged. The design of the nails completely depends on the imagination of the master. Such a design will appeal to lovers of custom solutions.

In order for the manicure to turn out to be of high quality and beautiful, it is necessary to follow special technologies. First of all, you need to use the right materials. Below is a list of such tools.

1. Nail file, tool for removing unwanted cuticles and lint-free wipes.
2. Gel polish base. It serves to smooth the surface of the nail and improves the connection of the varnish with the nail plate.
3. Gel polish "cat's eye" of the required color.
4. Finishing gel polish. It is necessary in order to fix the last layer and protect the surface of the painted layer. The finish can be glossy or matte - it all depends on the preferences of the master.
5. Magnet to form a pattern.
6. UV lamp. The drying time of the layer depends on the power of the selected lamp. The less power, the longer it takes to dry the coating. Typically, the drying time is from 30 seconds to 2-3 minutes. For beginners and those who do manicure for themselves, an average power lamp is suitable.

A step-by-step description of the technology for applying manicure is described below.

1. It is necessary to pay attention to the hands: burrs and cuticles. The top layer of the plate needs to be cut a little, slightly leveling it, to give the plate the desired shape. If this is done poorly, then the varnish will lie unevenly. Manicure will be ruined.
2. A lint-free cloth should be moistened in a degreasing lotion, wipe your nails with it.
3. The base layer must be thinly applied and dried in a special lamp.
4. Nails should be varnished with metal particles and thoroughly dried in a lamp. This layer will serve as the basis and substrate for the next coating. Many masters use ordinary gel polish as a substrate.
5. Before applying varnish, shake the bottle. Then you should apply the next coat of varnish and start drawing patterns. To do this, it is necessary to hold a magnet over the nail plate, while placing the magnet at a distance of 5 mm above the nail. It is necessary to maintain a magnet about 10 seconds. If it is necessary to adjust the pattern, then this should be done before drying - after it will be impossible to change the pattern.
6. The layer needs to be dried in the lamp, after which it is necessary to cover the nails with a top coating and again to fix it in the lamp. Using cosmetic oil, lubricate the damaged cuticle.

With the right top and base coverage and following the procedure, the manicure lasts up to three weeks. It is possible to remove varnish both with special liquids and by cutting off the coating. The safest are liquids. When cutting off a layer of varnish, you can easily damage the nail plate.

Before buying a base and topcoat, it is advisable to analyze the market and read reviews - this will help not to make a mistake in the acquisition process.

Below are helpful tips for craftswomen, clients and fashionistas.

• In order to create patterns of different thicknesses and sizes, for example, 5D, you need to use magnets of different diameters. For a graceful drawing, a magnet in the form of a pen is perfect.
• You can experiment with the location of the magnet. If you apply it with different ribs, you can get interesting and different patterns from each other. Varnish with shiny metallic particles can serve as a backdrop for subsequent decoration.
• It is worth doing a manicure before and after the menstrual days and in the absence of hormonal problems, otherwise there will be no adhesion to the plate, and the varnish will fall off.
• On the day the manicure was performed, you should not spend much time with water.
• So that the nails are always well-groomed, do not forget to make corrections and timely clean the dirt from under the nails.
• So that the varnish lasts a long time, you need to do all the work in rubber gloves. Chemical solutions and acetone should also be avoided.

This manicure using rhinestone painting is perfect for a holiday or a gala evening. In everyday life, such nails will be the subject of discussion any evening.

Design using emerald blue shade is perfect for everyday life. A manicure will complement any image, make the pens brighter. Also, such shades are perfect for girls with blue or green eyes.

A manicure using brown iridescent tones in combination with a delicate pink color diversifies the everyday look. This design combines tenderness and elegance, simplicity and style at the same time.

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