Cat-eye gel polish: what is it, what happens and how to apply?

Gel polish has become a familiar coating that is used not only by professionals in salons, but also by women at home. It allows you to create a persistent manicure with a spectacular design. Girls like to try all new types of manicure designs, and manufacturers of nail coatings delight with a wide color palette and various means to create an attractive look. No exception - gel polish with the effect of "cat's eye". It’s easy to create it yourself, the decor is unusual, and the durability is simply excellent. Let's get to know this trend cover and its features closer.

Fashion trends in the field of nail design are moving towards originality, naturalness and naturalness of images. At the same time, creating it should be easy (even without manicure skills). This description is quite suitable for the fresh trend - manicure with the effect of "cat's eye".

Unusual design help create two essential components: special gel polish “cat's eye” with the smallest metal particles in the composition and a magnetic spatula or pen, which sets the direction for the particles and creates the same elegant pattern. Previously, a magnetic manicure could have only a longitudinal or transverse arrangement of a strip that imitates a cat's pupil. Now there are many design options. It can be a variety of stains, stars, splashes, curved lines.Limitations are only in the wizard’s imagination and in his skills in using the magnet.

This gel polish is used with a glossy or matte finish. Manicure is done in its pure form or using other elements, techniques and decor. It is valued for its bulkiness and versatility. It looks great on nails of any length, in harmony with different forms of nails and fingers, suitable for any occasion.

Cat eye gel polish design has many advantages that made him a favorite of many women. It is difficult to deny yourself the pleasure of decorating the nails with a spectacular pattern of cherry, emerald or deep blue hue.

Let us dwell on the advantages in more detail so that you can decide why you should choose this type of coating.

• Varnishes have a wide selection of colors and shades. Despite the fact that the trend is quite saturated colors of this coating (indigo, marsala, chocolate, green), you can perform a modest daily option in delicate powdery shades (milk, pink, peach and cream).
• This type of gel polish is very effective on its own, so it does not require additional decoration. Although, if you want, you can complement it with a wide variety of elements. It is freely combined with many techniques: “broken glass”, “ombre”, “raindrops”, monogram painting and volumetric patterns, decor in the form of rhinestones and kamifubuki.

• An important feature of the "cat's eye" is its versatility. This means that women of all ages wear it. It equally suits long and short nails. Decorates any shape of the nail plate, giving the manicure sophistication and special charm. It can be equally worn with jeans and an evening gown. Suitable for office style in bright colors and a fun party in rich colors.
• Manicure is wonderful combined with jewelry of any size and cost: from inexpensive jewelry to branded jewelry. There is a more affordable version of the coating based on ordinary varnish. True, he will not be able to stay long on his nails. Its service life is only 3-4 days.

• The texture of the gel is very convenient for application, as it is quite thick and dense. It can be applied in one or two coats. Gel polish is harmless (compared to many other coatings), it has a minimum of chemical elements. The effect is created by the simple law of physics: the displacement of metal particles during magnetization. The coating lasts a very long time (at least two and a half to three weeks).

The popular coating also has some disadvantages, which can be attributed to warnings and features as soon as possible. So, it is better not to apply it on thin, weakened nails, since removal may require mechanical action. It is better to cure them and strengthen them first. With a very sensitive skin next to the nail plate, before staining, it is worth doing a test for sensitivity to the components of the varnish.

There are several varieties of varnishes. They differ in durability, visual effects, colors and, of course, price. The most affordable coatings are ordinary magnetic varnishes that last less than a week on nails. Among them are popular gold, burgundy, black colors.

Gel polish with the same effect will remain on the nails for 2-3 weeks. With its help, it became possible to create 3D and even 5D manicures. The coating has a very rich and deep shades. The use of several layers allows you to enhance the bulk. It turns out a truly spectacular and fashionable coating.

The color scheme of gels is complex and diverse. The most realistic way conveys the feeling of a cat pupil watching you is green, emerald, blue and golden. The "cat's eye" in gray and pink shades is not ordinary. Brown and purple coatings are in fashion.The freshest trend of the season is gel cat-eye gel polish with a chameleon effect.

The most part of success depends on a qualitative covering. Saving on basic materials is not worth it. It is better to give preference to trusted manufacturers - then the effect will be predictable and excellent. We represent the most popular brands of popular manufacturers on the market, whose product quality has already been tested by time and craftsmen.

This Chinese manufacturer has debunked a popular myth about the low quality of celestial products. The quality is really high, and the price is the most affordable (compared to other manufacturers). The color scheme is very extensive, and the coating itself lasts about three weeks. They remove it without problems with a special tool of the same manufacturer. The coating lays evenly without leakage and density. A useful bonus of gel varnishes is their healing properties, which is very important for nails weakened by frequent manicure experiments. Natural substances strengthen the nail plate. Kits for beginners are very convenient. They have everything you need to complete a manicure and detailed instructions.

The American company produces varnishes for beauty salons. You can use them at home, if the price does not bother. An excellent remedy for problem nails and a beautiful manicure in one of the shades of a rich palette. It is extremely resistant - the manufacturer guarantees the safety of the coating for more than three weeks. It is allowed for use by allergy sufferers, as it does not have an unpleasant odor of acetone. It is not covered by cracks and has no tendency to chipping. Excellent retention on the surface and perfect coating of the nail plate provides a unique component in its composition - natural rubber.

Quite expensive gel polishes for beginners. They are sold in 3 primary colors in a set with a very strong innovative magnet - a block. Masters note the amazing quality, ease of application and optimal consistency. Coverage gives a deep 3D surround effect. It is best to use these varnishes on a black substrate - this will look more luxurious.

High-quality gel polish at an affordable price is produced by the Korean company Tatneil. Their only drawback is not such a wide palette of colors as other manufacturers. Otherwise, they are very comfortable thanks to a flat brush and dense texture. One coat of gel polish is enough to get an impressive, deep and great effect. On average, a manicure with such a gel polish will last about 3 weeks.

Varnishes of a popular German manufacturer belong to the middle price category and show excellent durability. The selection of colors, densities and textures in the cat's eye collection is very rich. There is even 5D gel polish. It is applied very conveniently due to the shape of the brush and the optimal texture. Specialists in nail design note the need for careful sealing of the edge of the nail plate. This three-phase tool is very convenient, since it does not require a base and top layer. Thus, it saves you time and money.

This is the most affordable varnish for the price, but it also has a little durability - only a few days. The color palette includes 6 basic trend colors, one of which is the popular chameleon. Masters note a fairly wide brush and the possibility of applying in one layer. The texture of the varnish is quite thick, but the coating is applied evenly, without problems, and also dries.

To realize a beautiful manicure is easy on your own. Quality coating and the use of special application techniques will help. Using a magnet is easy. If you already have basic skills in working with gel polish, the cat eye design will seem very simple to execute. Before starting work, you need to do basic hygienic manicure.

Carefully get rid of traces of the old coating on the nails. We make a bath with hand salt. The cuticle is steamed - so it is easier to remove. Give the nails the desired shape and length. "Cat's eye" surprisingly suits any nails, giving the manicure a zest and elegance. We process the nail plate with a buff and degrease it. Be sure to apply a transparent base coat to all nails.

Some professional secrets of manicure masters will help create the perfect cover that will delight you for several weeks. Use the small subtleties when creating your own nail design, and the quality of work will amaze you.

• The magnet from the kit should not be stored close to the bottle with varnish, otherwise the particles may be demagnetized.

• Gel polish should be covered with nails in thin layers for better drying. The base under the "cat's eye" is usually applied black varnish. It helps to create the effect of a volumetric coating and favorably emphasizes iridescent particles.
• Before application, mix the varnish correctly. This should not be done with the usual shaking. So, air bubbles form in the bottle, which will prevent you from making a quality coating. It is better to warm the varnish in the hands, rolling the bottle slowly between the palms for 1-2 minutes.
• If the direction of the “pupil” pattern turned out to be not as intended, you can immediately change it by wet coating using a magnet. After drying, there will be no such opportunity for correction.

• Colored gel is applied in a different number of layers (depending on the density of the coating of one or another manufacturer). Thick gel polish can be applied in one layer, more liquid - preferably in two. After completing the work, the ends of the nail plates must be sealed to give more resistance to the manicure and maintain a neat appearance.
• When creating a picture with a magnet, it is held at a distance of about 2-5 millimeters from the nail plate. If brought closer, the gel coating may be damaged. You can use a magnet on a stick or a whole bar, or a more modern version - a magnetic pen. It will help to make not only a classic drawing, but also round, with curls and transitions of lines in any directions. Experts advise buying varnish and magnet from one manufacturer.

• To create a high-quality manicure with a clear pattern, it is recommended to work with each nail separately. So you can get the best result by spending a little more time and diligence.
• So that nails with a coating that imitates a “cat's eye” delight you for a long time, it is worth avoiding temperature drops and contact with hot water in the first two days after creating a manicure. Household work, especially with chemicals and abrasive products, should be done with gloves on. Do not scrape or scratch anything with your nails.

If you chose a shade and covered the nails with a base protective layer, then after it dries, you can begin to directly create a fashionable design.

• We cover the nails with a thin layer of gel polish, do not forget about the end of the tip. Dry thoroughly in an ultraviolet lamp for 3-5 minutes.

• Next, we work with each nail individually, since the coating is usually quite thick and can dry quickly. We apply the second layer of gel polish and immediately work with the magnet on the wet coating.

• We bring the magnet to the nail at a distance of 2-5 millimeters and make it smooth movements (depending on which one you want to create a picture). Professionals move a magnetic plate or pen in different directions, which helps to create unusual fantasy patterns.

• If everything worked out, send the coating to dry under the lamp. Repeat the procedure with each nail. We carefully seal the ends.
• Remove the sticky layer with a wedge. Spectacular manicure is ready.You can add decor to it in the form of rhinestones, stones or other elements if desired.

One of the main advantages of the “cat's eye” coating is its versatility and self-sufficiency at the same time. It can be worn alone or decorated with various decorative elements. You can decorate accent nails with them or create manicure with a “cat's eye” coating as a base, and add harmoniously combining fashionable techniques to it.

Dark, saturated colors of varnish look best on nails. It is a burgundy, rich dark emerald, deep blue, chocolate, gold and black. For an interesting version of the French manicure choose milk, pink or peach colors.

Nails look even more luxurious with the addition of broths, stones, and rhinestones (they can be chosen to match the coating or universal transparent). Marigolds decorated using thin metal tape or painted with monograms look amazing. It perfectly combines gel polish with glitter and shimmer. Any coatings with a chameleon or metallic effect will be excellent companions in fashionable manicure.

In the glossy finish, “cat's eye” looks wonderful. You can use a matte top when creating such a manicure. The design is very interesting, however, the depth of the picture and the subtlest modulations of shining particles are lost. To create the effect of lightness and freshness on a rather dark coating, use the "raindrops" technique. On the finished manicure with the usual top-coat, dots are applied with dots of different shapes and sizes. After drying, an interesting imitation of spray of fresh dew is obtained.

Often use a combination of a cat's pupil with a moon manicure and negative space technique. The combination of exposed areas of the nail and the main bright accent tone looks very stylish. Often complemented by a sophisticated manicure and pieces of special foil in the technique of “broken mirror”.

The design “cat's eye” with a picture in the theme of the main color scheme is no less popular. The pattern is usually done on an accent nail painted in a contrasting color. A glass of wine or a rowan brush against the milky background of an accent finger is suitable for red. To chocolate - an autumn leaf or a cup of coffee. To the blue - an umbrella or spray of rain. If there are no painting skills yet, you can use stickers with various interesting pictures. After gluing, the pattern must be fixed with a finish coating.

Fashionable geometry is also strikingly combined with cat-eye manicure on different fingers of one hand. Such opposite in style of technology surprisingly complement each other. The unifying accents can be the repetition of colors, rhinestones or decorative elements.

A very peculiar manicure is obtained when the nails in the “cat's eye” cover are supplemented with accents in the form of a cat drawing or painting in the form of a real eye. A predatory pattern under a leopard or tiger on accent nails is also welcome. Most of all, this style is suitable for gel polish in black and gold, brown and red. The main thing at the same time is not to overdo it with the number of details and drawings, so as not to get to bad taste.

Design in a light version can be successfully used to create the most delicate wedding manicure for the bride. This coating looks non-standard and very advantageous. This type of design can be used for everyday wear. It looks elegant, modest and tasteful.

In the reviews, both professionals and beginners are unanimous in their impressions of the fashionable cat-eye design. Masters note that manicure is in great demand due to its effectiveness, lack of pretentiousness and versatility. It goes to literally everything and combines with any image.

Beginners speak of this type of design as quite simple to execute and understandable on an intuitive level. It is difficult to make a mistake when performing the technique.The result is amazing.

However, nail industry professionals do not recommend wearing gel polish on nails without rest for more than three weeks. Yes, and overgrown nails, even with such a beautiful manicure, will look untidy.

Masters note that varnishes of most manufacturers are of acceptable quality and easy to apply. They do not spread and differ in dense consistency. It is enough to put gel varnishes of the majority of manufacturers in one layer that significantly saves the budget.

Those who take their first steps in the field of nail design are advised not to save on quality materials. The appearance of the future manicure depends on them. It is also important to acquire the correct magnet configuration. The clarity and quality of the cat pupil style pattern will depend on the strength of its action.

Nail art professionals advise you to look at the latest trends and apply them in accordance with the type of skin on your hands and lifestyle. Do not be afraid of experiments. Successful ideas can inspire the creation of your own manicure masterpieces. Create your own combinations, combine different techniques. A creative approach is only welcomed when creating an original manicure.

Every woman strives to be charming, well-groomed, unique. This will help the design of nails in the technique of "cat's eye", allowing you to look stylish and elegant in any circumstances.

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