How to make a cat's eye manicure?

Manicure has long begun to play one of the main roles of the female image, in light of which the nail design is performed in various techniques using modern materials and tools. For several years now, the cat-eye manicure has remained in the trend among a number of popular nail art techniques, thanks to which you can create an incredible and memorable flickering effect on your nails.

The cat-eye nail design technique has been in demand for quite some time, but recently it has been experiencing yet another wave of popularity, in light of which there are more and more options for creating such a nail art. The main advantage of this trend in the creation of manicure is considered to be its versatility, since such a design of nails will be appropriate both in summer and in winter, and also suitable for a special occasion or everyday business image.

A feature of the "cat's eye" is the depth and brightness of the color scheme, due to which such a design will no longer need additional decoration. In addition, the design looks equally luxurious on short nails that are relevant today, as well as on long nails of any shape.

"Cat's Eye" gained popularity about ten years agowhen magnetic varnishes began to be used for nail design.Today, materials for such staining have undergone some improvements, so gel varnishes with a special composition remain relevant. Modern products are enriched with metal microparticles, which form a stunning resemblance to a gem on the coating. During the action of the magnet, the particles of the substance form an incredible effect on the nail plate, therefore, the varnishes sold today will achieve the desired result only when a special magnet is exposed.

Its action is aimed at grains in the composition of varnish, which are grouped together, forming a three-dimensional pattern. Previously, this design suggested the creation of only individual stripes on the nail plate, but today masters make completely different ornaments, including waves, zigzags, stars and other incredibly beautiful patterns.

Another positive feature of the “cat's eye” is the possibility of applying the magnet not only vertically, but also in the diagonal or horizontal direction.

However, a positive result from the use of such material is possible only if, in fact, quality products are purchased. Therefore, preference should be given to brands that are well established in the market of materials for nail service. This applies to American, German and even Chinese brands that sell products that can perfectly stay on nails for more than three weeks.

Despite the attractiveness of the “cat's eye” as an independent and complete design, for a number of events, especially solemn and official evenings, it is very often additionally decorated with decorative elements. As a rule, these are rhinestones or stickers that stand out one or two fingers on the hand. Also relevant is the use of compositions with sand, foil or artistic painting.

As an interesting solution, some fingers may be painted with matte varnish, and most of them are left with tints and a play of color.

A cat's eye manicure is often created together with lace or dew drops using the main color on the nails. In the creation of such a nail art, strict and dark shades and colors always remain a priority, since overflows and bends on this design look as saturated as possible.

Cold shades are most often used on long nails, such a manicure can be decorated with delicate sculpting or rhinestones. Warm colors are rarely complemented by any decorations, but the red "cat's eye" looks very impressive with silver or white varnish, which can depict your favorite ornament.

The most popular directions when creating a "cat's eye" on the nails is the coating:

• with art painting or modeling;
• fastening small pearls or stones to a matte or iridescent coating;
• the use of stickers with the image of a cat's eye, space elements, snowflakes and so on;
• glitter or gradient;
• highlighting one finger with a contrasting color of varnish;
• drawing of nets, threads, lace;
• decorating fingers with sand or powder to emphasize the brilliance and depth of the 3D effect;
• decorating nails with feather or dry flower compositions.

The main advantage of such a manicure is the ability to decorate and design it to any style, including themed celebrations, in addition, the creation of a beautiful nail art can be mastered even at home.

In order to guarantee the desired result, you should use the required set of working materials and auxiliary tools to create a manicure. The list of necessary things is as follows:

• set for hygienic manicure;
• magnet for coated work;
• degreaser for the nail plate;
• base coverage;
• varnish with metal particles;
• top
• lamp for drying the material.

To make the cat's eye right, there is a certain algorithm of actions, which requires compliance with binding recommendations.

• First of all, it is necessary to carefully remove the cuticle, then give the nail plate the desired shape and length. For these purposes, you will need a manicure set with tools.
• After carrying out the required procedures, degrease the nail plate before coating it with materials for the design.
• It is best to stain and apply the magnet separately with each finger. In this case, you can avoid annoying errors, as well as perform the coating as accurately as possible.
• To get the deepest shade on the nails, it will be more correct to apply the varnish in two layers. After the first coating of nails, you do not need to use a magnet, it will be enough to dry the material in a UV lamp. But for the final layer, the use of a magnet is mandatory before drying, otherwise the varnish will not get the desired 3D effect.
• If there is a desire to achieve any original pattern and overflow on the nails, you can twist the magnet or use several pieces located in different directions relative to the nail.

Step-by-step instructions for applying a cat's eye are described below.

• The first step is to cover the plate base. This point is a must, since the material will be able to correct the surface of the nail. However, the main purpose of the basic structure is to ensure the best adhesion with varnish, which will significantly extend the life of the created manicure. The first layer on the nails needs to be dried in a lamp.
• The next step is to coat the selected varnish. Before applying, shake the composition a little so that the metal microparticles that have settled on the bottom of the bottle are distributed throughout the product. Painting can be performed in one or two layers. In this matter, everything will depend on the desired color and shade on the nails, as well as the density of the coloring composition itself. All applied layers must be dried, but the latter needs preliminary contact with the magnet.

• Work with the magnet consists in bringing it to the nail, varnished and fixing in this position for about 10-15 seconds. As a rule, this time will be enough for the metallized particles to combine together in a pattern on the surface. After working with the magnet, the gel polish needs to be fixed on the nails, dried in a lamp.
• The final step is to cover the manicure with a top that will fix the previous layers of material on the nails, as well as make the manicure complete. This composition also needs to be held under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. After that, we remove excess stickiness by treating the nails with a degreaser.

To make the “cat's eye” even more unique and attractive, you can decorate your fingers with shimmering varnish, imitating the skin of a reptile.The created 3D voluminous effect of the varnish is able to give the nails the maximum similarity with the original, which will be relevant during the creation of a single composition with a wardrobe, as well as for thematic events.

A gentle and harmonious solution will be the use of wet painting techniques. This design will give the manicure additional sophistication and luxury. In addition, the created nail art will become a real masterpiece, which will be appropriate in a business casual style, as well as at a romantic dinner or any celebration.

Special sliders will help emphasize the main idea of ​​manicure. The stickers will complement the visual effect with the beautiful eye of the animal, which will positively affect the created image and the beauty of nail design.

Watch a cat-eye manicure workshop in the next video.