If previously this procedure was carried out exclusively in beauty salons, then thanks to the improvement of technology, it has become possible to do it at home yourself. To do this, you need to buy an ultraviolet lamp and stock up on everything necessary for the chosen type of extension.
An ultraviolet lamp is necessary to dry acrylic or gel nail coating. You will have to spend money on this device, however, the savings provided by not visiting a professional technician will make it possible to quickly recoup the purchase. When purchasing a lamp, you should pay attention to its power, which should be at least 24V; a device with a lower power will not be effective.
For ease of use, it is better to choose a dryer with a timer. If the extension will be done using acrylic, then it is necessary to purchase acrylic liquid, white, pink, peach or transparent acrylic powder, camouflage powder, and an antiseptic agent to prevent infection nail plate, a preparation for drying the surface before applying acrylic (dehydrator), primer (primer).
In addition, you need to take tips and glue to fix them or shape them, as well as a means for removing the old coating, a brush for applying the material, a jar for mixing acrylic liquid and powder, a set of files and other tools for polishing nails. For gel extensions you need to prepare different kinds gels (transparent for base, colored, camouflage, finishing to add shine), antiseptic, dehydrator, primer, degreaser.
You will need special glue and nippers, if using an applied tip or mold, lint-free wipes to remove the sticky layer, nail scissors, a hard square or rectangular brush, an orange stick, a set of nail files and buffs.
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There are different types of extensions: classic, French, holographic, crystal. The classic method is the creation of an artificial nail, indistinguishable from a natural one, even if you simply apply colorless varnish to the nail plate without any decorative elements.
French is most often made using forms, with the white edge and pink or peach bed formed during the process of creating the nail. The holographic effect on extended nails is achieved by applying shiny iridescent compounds, sparkles, pollen under an acrylic or gel layer. Crystal-like nails, thanks to their absolute transparency, are the most fashionable new manicure.
In order to create an individual image, modern woman To decorate beautiful extended nails, you can use rhinestones, acrylic or watercolor drawings, modeling that adds volume, photos, aquarium design, casting and sparkles, both individually and in various combinations.
Art design involves choosing a pattern and print that matches the fashion and character of the girl. American manicure involves using the same color on your nails and lips. Repeating the idea of even the most famous master, we must not forget about proper care behind your hands. After all, sloppy appearance can ruin any most amazing idea.
Beautiful design of extended nails: how to decorate a manicure on extended nails with your own hands
The beautiful design of extended nails in the form of an aquarium is the creation of a three-dimensional pattern covered with a thin layer of gel. Visually, the pattern seems voluminous and bright, while the surface is perfectly smooth to the touch.
There is the effect of an image hidden behind glass; aquarium design includes creating a pattern with a modeling element and then covering it with an acrylic or gel layer.
This type of manicure is very practical due to its long service life and smooth surface that does not cling to clothes. It looks as natural and natural as possible; the disadvantages of aquarium design include the need for large quantities various materials and the associated high cost. In addition, it requires a lot of time and high professionalism.
You can create stunning pictures while doing nail extensions using watercolor paints. This material allows you to create flower arrangements, images of animals, landscapes, artistic painting. Translucent paints are best applied to a white or pale pink base. The fact that watercolor is water-based makes it easy to adjust the image. Nail art makes it possible to realize any wildest fantasy. A drawing can be either simple or a real work of art that attracts everyone's attention.
The French style is a recognized classic; the white tip of the nail and the peach base have been decorating the hands of stylish beauties working in offices for many years. This manicure goes with any outfit and gives well-groomed appearance, looks neat and discreet on a sharp and rounded nail. It is thanks to these characteristics that many people imagine a delicate wedding manicure. Unfortunately, the French requires constant correction; the procedure is quite complicated to perform and requires a visit to the salon.
For those who like classic French manicure seems too boring, designers have come up with variations of it. French millennium involves applying transparent or natural gel or acrylic, the tip of the nail plate is decorated with sparkles, iridescent foil or rhinestones. This decor will perfectly complement the New Year's look; summer design can be diversified by choosing instead white in the design of the edge of the nail, bright, colorful, corresponding to the sunny mood.
Moon manicure for extended nails, the so-called French manicure on the contrary, when a smile at the base of the nail is emphasized with white, is another fashion trend. Artificial material not only makes it possible to create perfect manicure, correct the shortcomings of nature, facilitate care, but also makes it possible to develop your own original style and use any type of decoration.
Short extended nails and creating a matte finish
Short extended nails, which have gained great popularity recently, require a special approach due to the fact that they are suitable for everyone, even those with brittle nails. The most simple option The nails will be covered with a bright, monochromatic varnish. Perfect for short lengths and a classic French jacket that will give a natural look and enliven the work of the stylist. funny picture on one finger.
Looks interesting current style ombre on short nails, it visually lengthens the fingers and makes them more elegant and sophisticated. A simpler version of coloring in this style is done using acrylic paints and a sponge. White gel or acrylic is applied to the nail plate, after drying using paints applied to a sponge. various shades, the nail is tinted, then a transparent extension material is applied on top.
The trend of the season is matte finish extended nails, which can be done in several ways, the simplest solution is to apply matte varnish for ready-made artificial nails. You can use a special finishing gel, thanks to which the gloss and shine disappear, and you will get matte extended nails without much effort.
Nowadays crystal manicure is becoming more and more popular. This name was given to artificial nails formed using acrylic or gel, on forms or tips. In this case, the gel should be transparent.
Crystal nail design in rare cases may involve many edges located inside the extended nails. IN in this case When modeling nails, camouflage is also used to disguise the surface of a natural nail. Pink or beige acrylic is usually used as camouflage.
1. Before performing a crystal manicure, you should treat your natural nail using a soft nail file. It should not damage the skin of the cuticle and periungual ridges.
2. You must first prepare the form. A special foil plate with three-dimensional patterns should be glued to its surface. With its help, a relief pattern will be created.
3. We do standard nail preparation - degrease, apply primer. After the shape is fixed, you need to extend the nail plate. We shape the nail bed, it should be more elongated than natural nail. For camouflage, we’ll use natural pink acrylic.
4. Now the tip of the nail is covered with transparent gel or acrylic. The gel has the ability to level.
Pay attention Special attention the area of contact between the camouflage and the gel, on the smile line. The gel is baked using an ultraviolet lamp for 2 minutes.
5. Then apply another layer of transparent gel to the entire nail and cure for 2 minutes. After this, you need to remove the sticky layer and give the nails a certain shape (file).
6. All that remains is to apply the finishing gel without a sticky layer (or with a sticky one), bake in a lamp for 2 minutes, and you’re done.
You can often find options transparent nails with a blue or pink free edge, with one or more edges. For this, stained glass gel of the desired color is used.
The cut of crystal nails will be clearer if you use a special stencil that depicts volumetric patterns. This stencil is made of plastic or foil.
The disadvantage of crystal nail designs is that they must be adjusted frequently because it is quite difficult to restore the edges as the nail plate grows out. When the appearance of the crystal manicure deteriorates significantly, the extended nails should be removed and remodeled. The correction procedure should be carried out after several weeks. It all depends on the condition of the nails.
Girls, I am not at all a food lover, because... I’m lazy, I’m really too lazy to repaint my nails every 5 days, that’s why I go every three weeks to have my nail extensions corrected and spend three hours of my time)) But I only have one polish, but what kind is it? strengthens and changes the color of nails. As they explained to me, it was created specifically for artificial nails. Let's see?
Who wants a glass of toys? 
Protective coating for artificial nails - EzFlow Nail Systems UV 30 Ultra - Violet Top Coat
Expanded opinion: When I saw his action for the first time, I was completely delighted and immediately ran after him. I love him because when my nails begin to fade and darken, he immediately makes them, as if after correction, bright and shiny. The varnish is easy to apply and spread over the nail, its durability is average and lasts for a week. Absolutely transparent and not thick. But that’s not the point, the point is that it enhances the brightness of each color on the nail. The marigolds become brighter and change their color slightly. And white becomes even whiter. Protects artificial nails from ultraviolet radiation and stains. Sold in prof. store that sells extension materials, or can be ordered through specialists. Swatches:
To make swatches, I waited two weeks after correction so that the coating faded and the effect of the varnish was more obvious
Thumb, index and middle finger is painted with varnish, but the ring and little fingers are not
Price: 12 $ in prof. store
Grade: 5
I hope you can see the difference? The peach one became pinkish, and the white one became whiter))) Ordinary, transparent varnish will not make the color brighter.
Conducted an experiment. Even on regular nail polish it changes color a little)))) The bright pink became brighter and cooler, and the cherry turned a little purple)) The soft pink immediately became much brighter. And all the colors immediately received a glossy finish... I don’t have any more varnishes and I can’t check how they behave with other colors))
Thank you for stopping by. Your Julia
