Mosaic manicure: ideas and design options

Mosaic decor in manicure is considered not only the most popular, relevant, but also an original way of decorating nails. Nail art with a mosaic looks great in a casual and evening look. Its design depends on the length of the nails, the colors used and the application technique.

Manicure "mosaic" is an original design, thanks to which the girls manage to emphasize their individuality and beauty in a special way. It has the appearance of a single composition, composed of separate multi-colored particles, which are most often used stones, pieces of glass or foil. Using a special technique, such nail art is unusual and stylish. Mosaic manicure has several features.

• Decor elements must be placed next to each other, avoiding large distances. Thin lines are drawn between these details, they allow you to achieve the maximum mosaic effect.

• Small particles in the design can take a different shape. Most often, square and triangular fragments are used in stylistics, but also particles in the form of ovals and spots are also found.
• For the basis of manicure, you need to select bright and juicy shades. Their contour is outlined in one color with a thin brush or liner.

It is worth noting that this decor looks good on long nail plates, which are decorated with a classic jacket. In this case, you can decorate with a mosaic as part of the marigold, as well as its entire surface.The main advantage of the mosaic pattern is that it is easily created on the nails, so any girl who wants to can cope with the creative process.

To avoid the effect of stickiness in a manicure, it is recommended to decorate only one or two fingers. In order to make a mosaic using casting, it is necessary to have a special material: sapphires, polymer, malachite and emerald. You can add extra shine to nail art with rhinestones, sparkles and stickers. For girls who attend an office, school or university, it is advisable to do manicures in soft colors, this will emphasize its officiality and severity. Interesting compositions for everyday look can be done with dots or stamping.

Regardless of which design and color scheme it is planned to use in the “mosaic” manicure, it must be started with traditional preparation and processing of marigolds. Since this decor is too "capricious", the pens must have a well-groomed and impeccable appearance, which will give them even greater beauty.

After the nail plate has acquired the desired length and shape, and the cuticle has undergone processing, you can proceed to the most crucial stage - creating a drawing. The process is carried out in several stages.

• First of all, the surface of the nail plate is degreased with a special tool, then it is opened with a colorless base and dried in a UV lamp.
• Then, with a thin layer, the base is applied in the form of colored varnish. As a rule, for the "mosaic" masters choose a light base. You can also apply varnishes and contrasting shades, but there is a chance that they will appear and the composition will turn out blurry. During painting, it is important to ensure that the varnish does not fall on the cuticle area and skin.
• Then, using acrylic paints or multi-colored varnish, they begin to apply abstraction from the side of the free edge of the marigold. The pattern should look like colored spots of different sizes and shapes. The combination and number of shades depends on the image and imagination of the girl, the main thing is that the “mosaic” should look harmonious. Between the background spots it is necessary to leave small gaps, which will later be filled with a contour.

• At the end, the surface of the nails is dried and each detail of the pattern is outlined with a thin brush, needle or toothpick. The color and thickness of the contour layer may vary. Most often, stylists for eyeliner choose black, but any other contrasting shade is also good.
• When the ornament is applied to all nails, it is fixed with a finish coating and re-dried in a lamp.

About how to make a manicure in the style of "mosaic", see the next video.

A mosaic effect manicure can be easily done on your own at home. Of course, the technique of applying such patterns requires some experience, but even novice masters can cope with it. In order for the process of creating an unusual decor to go right, you need to consider the following tips from stylists:

• Performing a classic manicure, the nail plates must be cut wet, but they are filed only with dry ones;
• you can not degrease the nails with acetone, for this you need to use special products that do not eliminate the gloss on the nails;
• for work, you should choose high-quality paints and varnishes of a uniform consistency, they must be applied in several layers;
• from funds that include formaldehyde and toluene, it is better to refuse, because they can cause allergic reactions;

• at the first execution of the design, it is worth pre-training on a piece of paper, making out sketches with a pencil;
• to give an unusual shine to a mosaic manicure, it is desirable to combine varnishes with a glossy and matte surface;
• for a bright and evening look, marigolds with a “mosaic” can be decorated with decorative elements such as rhinestones and sparkles.

1. Today, there are many options for creating mosaic nail art. A real trend is considered to be a manicure with glitter, which is created in the form of an abstraction of foil. The design begins with covering the base with a base, after which chaotic strokes are made with transparent varnish. On a sticky surface, foil is carried out and light prints are performed. Unusual looks like a manicure with black lines, which divert the details of abstraction. Such a solution will suit any image of a girl, giving her nails chic and sophistication.
2. Mosaic manicure with complex painting is also considered interesting. To increase the effectiveness of the patterns, the nail is completely covered with a special top, then, using a thin brush, they begin to draw rhombuses or squares. After drying the contour and lines, the formed cells are painted over with various shades. Such nail art is original and fills the image of a lady with a riddle and mystery. It is too bright for everyday life, but at the celebration it will not leave anyone indifferent, attracting the attention of others.
3. A perfect example can be a manicure with a mosaic effect created using craquelure varnish. This coloring agent has a unique ability - after complete drying, its surface begins to crack, mosaic fragments form. In addition, in this design, you do not need to do additional drawing of details. This manicure is perfect for bright and self-confident girls.