Manicure is an important detail in the image of every girl. Well-groomed and beautiful hands are the calling card of every woman, but they cannot look beautiful if the nails are sloppy and neglected. In this regard, nail service masters and designers do not cease to introduce new methods of nail care and staining. So, several years ago a rather original and unusual way of design appeared - a vertical gradient. He echoes the fashion of dyeing hair using the ombre technique. This method allows you to combine a wide range of color shades and make beautiful color transitions. What is a vertical gradient on the nails? How to implement this design on your own at home? What fashion ideas do designers offer, what design methods exist? Read more about this in our material.
general characteristics
At its core, a vertical gradient is a way of staining nails, which provides a smooth change of color shades from right to left or left to right on the nail. This method of decoration and design is a special decorative technique, for the application of which you can use both conventional coating and special gel polish.
This color scheme plays an important role in lengthening nails, which will seem especially relevant to those girls who have a short manicure, but dream of growing it.
How to make at home?
A vertical gradient manicure is offered in almost every beauty salon. However, with a little effort, you can independently design your nails in this way. There are three methods for this:
- through sponge;
- a brush;
- gradient gel polish.
The latter method is usually performed in beauty salons, as it requires specialized coating and equipment.
If you want to make a gradient manicure at home, then it is better to look at the first two methods. To make the vertical gradient on the nails a sponge, you should perform a series of actions:
- degreasing and cleansing nails (this should be done with the help of specialized tools, and in the absence of such, you can use ordinary liquid nail polish remover);
- the next step on the nails is to apply the base and allow it to dry well;
- then, on a small piece of foil, you need to apply the colors you have chosen so that one of them overlaps the other;
- in the part where both varnishes are connected to each other, you need to create a smooth transition (this can be done with a toothpick or cotton swab);
- Now that the gradient pattern has been created, the colors need to be typed into a sponge, which turns into a kind of stencil
- the resulting stencil must be firmly leaned against the nail and held for a few seconds;
- after the color vertical gradient has dried, the upper protective layer must be applied to the nail.
If you chose the second method and want to create a gradient with a brush, then you need to prepare your nails, and then apply a thin layer of one of the selected colors on them. Following this, apply a second color to half of the nail (top or bottom of your choice). Now you need to use a brush to create a gradient (smooth transition).
This should be done quickly, until the coatings have time to dry.
Thus, with the help of simple devices and simple techniques, you can create a trendy manicure at home.
About how to simply make a vertical gradient on nails at home, see the video below.
Fashion ideas
The main purpose of the vertical gradient is an interesting combination of colors. In this regard, you can choose a brighter, neon or pastel palette.
To create accents, use contrasting colors: red and white, black and yellow. If you prefer a more relaxed style, then combine different shades of beige, light yellow, blue and pink.
A manicure made in the colors of the flag of the country in which you live will look patriotic. You can also create a color scheme that mimics the colors of your clothes or is absolutely opposite to it. Thus, the vertical gradient on your nails can become an unusual and interesting element of your image. Choose the color that suits your overall style and lifestyle.
Nails painted in the color of your accessories will look interesting and unusual. Do-it-yourself gradient manicure will also allow you to save your finances, because in beauty salons such a design is quite expensive. Do not be afraid to experiment and improve your image, following unusual fashion trends.
