Dots for nails: what is it and how to use it?

Modern manicure technologies simplify the work of masters as much as possible. The maximum number of devices for creating an effective design has been created without the special expenditure of time and effort.

Dots (dotter) - one of the main tools for creating patterns on the nail plate. The device is simple, but like a brush, allows you to realize the most original design ideas. The basis of his work is the arrangement of points and circles of different sizes. On their basis, more complex drawings are already being made. Dots are also suitable for performing other techniques: filling the internal surfaces inside the contour of figures, drawing thin elements, creating monograms and other patterns.

Dots for nails is a kind of ballpoint pen. This is a handle on the end of which a metal ball is attached (less often a plastic one). The handle is often decorated with sparkles, bright plastic, but it can also be wooden.

Dots are often sold in sets with balls of different diameters. The simplest inexpensive tool costs $ 1-2. For beginners, you can take one dots with balls at both ends of different sizes: medium and small.

It’s easy to work with dots if you use the advice of professionals. Even with one tool, you can create points and lines of different thicknesses and sizes.It is regulated by the collection of a certain amount of pigment on the ball and the force of pressure on the tool.

When performing a manicure using dots, even for beginners, usually there are no problems. However, to feel all the features of the tool, it is worth using a sheet of paper or cardboard, tips for drawing the simplest patterns. Then you can proceed to create a picture on your own nails.

To obtain the correct effect, the dots must be kept normal to the nail when working, In the same way, put dots and take gel or varnish from the tube. At the same time, you can hold it in your hand in any convenient way.

When applying the pattern or painting the details, it is better not to lower the dotter every time in the varnish, but to take a few drops of the coating on a special palette or foil. Such an option may seem less economical in terms of the use of the coating. But then the picture will turn out the right size, without smudges and better.

To work with this tool when creating a picture, it is best to use varnishes of medium or thick consistency.

To prevent the pigment from drying out on the instrument, after each drawing and before re-dipping into the pigment, wipe the tip. To do this, use a cloth or lint-free napkins. In general, Dots is undemanding in care, it is easy to clean it.

Dots is a simple tool, so the choice of a manufacturer or a company does not play a role in its use. You can take the simplest and cheapest. The advantage of the dotter lies in its versatility for the execution of many drawings in different techniques: gradient, retro-manicure, graphic design, monograms, ethnic patterns, floral motifs.

You can create various patterns according to your inspiration with the help of dots. Any manicure, whatever design you choose, begins with a thorough preparation of the nails. The accuracy of the manicure and the future appearance of the coating, as well as its durability, depend on their type and condition. It is not difficult to draw any image using dots, if you use a step-by-step guide for beginners.

First, put the nails in order. Remove the old coating with an acetone-free liquid. We make a bath to strengthen the nails and soften the cuticle. We remove the cuticles using the cut method or European manicure. We give the nail plates the desired shape and length. The plus of Dots design is that such a pattern is equally suitable for everyone without exception and looks advantageous on all types of nails. Level the surface of the nail with a light buff treatment. Degrease the nail plate, and apply the primer.

Whatever coating you choose, as a basis for it, we necessarily apply a transparent gel or varnish. Design using dots can be done on ordinary varnish. In this case, the coating will last no more than 4 days. First, apply the main color with one or two layers, depending on the desired color density. Each layer is sure to dry well separately. Then, in a contrasting color, lower the dots ball and put points on the surface of the varnish in an arbitrary order or strictly perform any shape.

When using gel polish, the procedure will be slightly different, you will need additional tools and application techniques.

1. After applying the base coat, dry it in the lamp for about a minute.
2. Apply a layer of gel polish of the desired shade, for example, red. Dry under a lamp for three minutes. If necessary, apply a second layer and also polarize.
3. To ensure that the gel pattern is more accurate and does not spread, some recommend removing the sticky layer from the varnish before applying the pattern.
4. Apply a little white and black gel polish to the palette or piece of foil. We take dots, dip in white paint and put dots in random order over the entire surface of the nail or only in some part of it.
5. We take the tool with a smaller ball, dip it in black gel polish and put a few more points on each finger. Before each dipping in the pigment, do not forget to clean the tip of the dotter with a napkin.
6. We polarize in the lamp for about 5 minutes. Then be sure to cover the finish. Carefully seal the edges and end of the nail to better preserve the manicure.
7. After drying in the lamp, do not forget to remove the sticky layer from the finished manicure. The actual polka dot manicure is ready.

If there is no way to purchase dots, then do not worry. It can be replaced with household items with a rounded tip. The best substitute would be a regular metal ball pen. It should be empty, without ink and well cleaned. Such a “tool” will allow you to create small dots and neatly sized lines with a thickness of about 0.5 mm.

A plastic or wooden toothpick with a rounded end is also useful. A metal hairpin, which was used about 20 years ago, will also be useful. They have rounded tips. To draw large circles, you will need a round head stud.

Dots is an ideal assistant for creating different types of manicure from a simple geometric design to a drawing in a simple flower and complex patterns in ethnic style. You can draw hearts, or you can decorate your nails with a ladybug. The author is limited only by fantasy. Dots work facilitates any process. They can draw straight continuous lines and fill the space inside the borders of the picture.

We offer several spectacular examples of gel polish dots.

The design in the form of flowers and peas is the most popular in the performance of dots. The colors in the classic combination of red, white and black look very impressive with all the plainness of the pattern.

Points can be placed vertically, horizontally, diagonally or circumferentially. At the same time, each time an original visual effect will be obtained.

In the popular technique, with the same success, you can use a matte and glossy finish, bright and delicate colors. Make a pattern throughout the nail or on its part: the tip, base or side.

Black is an ideal base for graphic patterns. Any colors look unusually advantageous on it.

For retro manicure, choose gentle, muffled, slightly “dusty” tones. It can be milk, turquoise and light beige, as in the example. Peas look good on any form of nails. For example, it smooths the square and makes it more feminine.

You can supplement the dots with any popular technique. In this case, the lunar manicure using the negative space technique is made with the original triangular design of the holes.

With the help of dots, you can create any stylized thematic decor for different times of the year. Winter version of manicure with laconic dots and silver sheen. A pattern is formed in the form of original snowflakes. Cute and unobtrusive.

Dots can only draw accent fingers.For this, the colors of the main manicure are often used in the form of dots on accent nails. It turns out a kind of tone roll call, reminiscent of the gradient staining technique.

Oriental patterns in the Indian or Moroccan style look simply luxurious, especially on a black, creamy or chocolate background.

Roses are very popular in the dots technique. They are often combined with peas or graphic circles. You can choose any color from the classic combination to fantasy shades. The result is different visual effects.

Forget-me-nots bloomed on a red background. The trend is not a clear pattern in the center, but an imitation of a piece of tissue. To do this, separate flowers are drawn in whole, and in other parts - in halves or thirds.

Dotter can create a variety of unusual images. These may be animal figures, for example. The white cat spilled milk and inherited with black paws. And now he carefully protrudes his face.

Black and white classic always looks fresh.

Fashionable geometry is easily embodied in the form of straight lines and circles. One has only to choose the right shade, and you are in trend.

On how to perform a manicure with dots, see the next video.