How to make a Sampler of Decorated Nails

 How to make a Sampler of Decorated Nails

A sampler of decorated nails is a good alternative for you to show your clients your nail designs, and help them make a decision for their acrylic nail applications or gel designs.

If you like making your own nail samples as much as I do, this article is for you.

Searching the net we can find quite a few ideas of nail mockups that you can create yourself.

- How to make a Sampler of Decorated Nails And Nail Art Accessories

And although we already have nail samples of different designs. When it comes to having our own nail display, it's best to do it yourself.

I hope that these ideas that I share with you, are useful and encourage you to create your homemade nail display.

The images that I show are taken from the web and from pinterest. Take them as a reference  and add your personal touch.

How to make a homemade nail swatch

decorated nails sampler
Leaning on wooden sticks, you can achieve a wide and varied nail display, I recommend you use the nail tips that you do not use, for example those of large sizes such as number 0.


nail designs mockup
To make a nail art mockup, you will need a sturdy surface such as thin wood, peel paper, or plastic.
Then you can add a nice frame and a fulcrum to stand on its own.


fan shaped nail display
A fan is a very original way to have a nail display, as you can see in the sample photo, it can fit quite a few nail decoration designs, I love this idea.


nail decoration album.
In dollar stores, you can still find photo albums at very cheap prices, it is perfect for displaying various designs, and classifying them by color on each page.

If you use the 3d technique, these samples are great to show your creations.

Structure of Acrylic Nails in Detail

 Structure of Acrylic Nails in Detail

Knowing the structure of acrylic nails, or the parts of the acrylic nail, is essential when doing nail applications.

In this way, we can identify how to work with acrylic beads according to each particular area.

• To know the parts that make up the acrylic nail.
• It is important to know the structure of the natural nail, here on the blog you will find the article.
• I recommend that you read it before continuing

- Structure of Acrylic Nails in Detail And Nail Art Accessories

Let's see.
To shape the acrylic nail, we have 2 ways to do it: the first is by using tips, which will serve as a support and guide for the application of acrylic.
And the second is through sculptural forms, where we will create the acrylic nail from scratch.

Both techniques are just as important to learn, if you are a beginner, I recommend starting with nail applications with tips.

We are going to see in detail the structure of acrylic nails and the importance it has when making our applications.

Parts that make up the Acrylic Nails
Cant / Apex: Located just between the free edge area and the natural nail. It is one of the areas of the acrylic nail that will receive more impact from the outside.
Also known as Apex, apex or Zone of tension.
Depending on the length of the nail, it will be the size of the cant:

• Acrylic nail apex
• Sculptural Nail Cant

Long sculptural nail
It will correspond to a high superelevation, these nails are generally nails that go from number 5 onwards.

Short sculptural nail
This type of nail corresponds to a low cant, they are mostly known as salon nails, since the length of these artificial nails ranges between number 2 and 4.

Tension Anchors: We find them right where the sides of the natural nail end and where the free edge begins, we must place special emphasis on this area, when applying the acrylic to prevent the artificial nail from breaking and breaking.
Tension anchors will need to match from side to side, we will imagine a quadrant on the acrylic nail bed.

They are indicated on the red arrow.


artificial nail tension anchors
Side skirts: Followed by tension anchors, accompanied by the free edge.
We will file continuously and evenly so that both skirts are at the same level.
Always taking into account the design of the chosen tip (almond point, oval point, square point, coffin point etc.)

A balance must be established between the surface of the nail and the flaps, the image shows in more detail the harmony between the apex, free edge and flaps.


acrylic nail side skirts
Curve C of the artificial nail. In curve C of acrylic nails we have some parameters to consider.
It is necessary to emphasize the following points:

Curve C is found in the application of sculptural nails as opposed to tip nails.
Currently, tips with curve C are for sale.
The circumference of the curve will depend on the length of the nail, the curvature of a length of # 2, which will be minimal, will never be the same as an application of sculptural nails of length # 4 onwards, where it is usually more marked.
Apart from sculpted nails, we also find curve C in gel nails.
Among the previous points, it is necessary to highlight what is its main function, which goes beyond something only aesthetic.

The curvature C provides resistance to the extension of the acrylic or gel nail, taking care of it from blows, preventing the nail from breaking, fracturing and affecting the natural nail bed.

In summary:
These are the most important parts of the structure of acrylic nails. The topic is much more extensive and goes beyond theory. Y
It is in practice where you learn and each person adds their own style by mastering this technique.

To create sculptural nails, more factors intervene, ranging from nail preparation, placement of sculptural shapes, having files of different numbers and of course all your material to apply acrylic nails.

CHEAP AND GOOD Semi-Permanent Enamels

 CHEAP AND GOOD Semi-Permanent Enamels

Semi-permanent enamels are found in different prices and brands. Gelish being the best known and most popular brand in gel polishes.
To the extent that our clients ask us for an application of Gelish, instead of an application of gel polish.

And it is when we take on the task of looking for different brands that adapt to the prices we have in our beauty salon, and the competition.

- CHEAP AND GOOD Semi-Permanent Enamels And Nail Art Accessories

That is why I want to share with you, some semi-permanent enamels that although they are not from the Gelish brand, they have surprised me by the quality and above all the price.

To be honest, I bought them with a bit of suspicion, I was testing them, they passed the test and I stuck with those brands.

Later, when working with these gel polishes, I was able to add more variety of products to my services.

Economic Semi-permanent Enamels
Enamels JR, this brand is perhaps the one with the most variety in shades. I used it together with your base coat and top coat and they were very good.


JR gel polishes
Charm Limit, I really liked them for the color coverage, with 2 applications the tone was already very defined.
The presentation I purchased was 15 ml, and it exceeded my expectations.
They lasted more than a month on my nails and I had a touch-up when the growth of the nail was already beginning to be noticed.


Charm Limit gel polishes
Republic Nail, they look beautiful in my nail polish, van you are going to love them.
Their presentation of Swarovski crystals on the lid makes them look very beautiful.

Speaking of quality, in my opinion they don't ask for anything from the Gelish brand.
They are 1-step gel polishes, although I prefer to apply them as if they were 3-step, it is up to you.

At present they are the ones I use in my "gelish applications", and with the brand that for the moment I have stayed.


Republic Nail
These are the semi-permanent enamels that seem to me to be of good quality, and that can be given a trial chance.

It must be remembered that recognized brands such as Organic, Nail Factory, Fantasy Nails etc, etc, also have their own line of semi-permanent gel polishes.

If you have tried a brand that you liked, I would appreciate it if you share it in the comments, to try it.

Acrylic Nail Brushes prices and brands

 Acrylic Nail Brushes prices and brands

The brushes for acrylic nails are found in different brands, numbers and prices.
Another point to take into account is the material of which they are composed. Lately I've been leaning towards synthetic brushes.
I'm already preparing an article for you about synthetic bristle brushes.
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- Acrylic Nail Brushes prices and brands and nail art accessories

Returning to the subject of brushes for nail applications.
This time I am going to answer the most frequently asked questions on Instagram and YouTube.

What brand of nail brushes do I recommend?

The question I see the most in my networks is about the brand of nail brush that I like or recommend.
I will tell you that when I buy my brushes, I look first at the quality and then at the brand and price.

• The brushes that I currently keep are from the Pana brand (this brush is my favorite), one from Organic and the other from a generic brand.
• I like to use brushes that have a wooden handle, for example the Pana brush, I feel that I grip it with greater precision.
• I remember that at one time I had a Mia Secret brush, it lasted for a long time, until I lost it.

What number of brush is used to make acrylic nails?

All acrylic nail brushes have different numbers, this number indicates the thickness of the acrylic pearl that is going to be formed.

For this reason, if you are a beginner, it is recommended to start with a # 6 nail brush. With this number of brush you will take pearls of a medium size, and it will be easier to mold the acrylic.

As you gain practice in handling acrylic, you can work with brushes with higher numbers.


What is the price of brushes to make acrylic nails?

• The price varies, depending on the brand and quality of each brush.
• There are Kolinsky quality brushes and others with synthetic bristles, from there the cost of each brush changes.
• Here in Mexico the price ranges from $ 300 pesos to $ 1000 pesos onwards.

How to distinguish a Kolinsky quality brush from one that is not?

• Although the price of the brush is already indicative, this is not always the case.
• Before investing in a good brush, research its quality with the supplier, this point will be key to making a good purchase.
• You can also buy it directly in stores and official pages of the distributor or company.

Finally, I invite you to read the following article to have more extensive information on the subject.

5 Techniques to paint nails that you did not know

 5 Techniques to paint nails that you did not know

Hands are a part of the body that we use all the time, so keeping them clean and beautiful is a habit we must adopt. Painting the nails, in particular, has turned the hands into an aesthetic element that stands out.

The art of painting nails
You like to look beautiful all the time and reflect the most current trends in your clothes and accessories, so you cannot miss your nail polish.

That is why we dedicate these lines to show you some techniques to paint nails that you did not know.

- 5 Techniques to paint nails that you did not know and nail art accessories

The best techniques
With the development of the art of painting nails, many ways and styles have been born to give life to this part of the hand. Without a doubt, there are many designs and tools that can be used to paint them.

In order for your nails to always look what is trending, you must know various techniques; But keep in mind that the best way to paint your nails is usually the one that suits your creative ideas and skills.

The materials you use can be diverse, according to the design you want to make or the type of nail you decorate (natural, acrylic, gel, etc). Here we list some techniques that may work for you.

1 Apply a white base
Our nails have a natural color that, although we do not take it into account, modifies the way in which the polish looks.

That is why if we apply a layer of white glaze on them and then put another color on top, the glaze that covers the white will take on a look much more similar to the color of the bottle!

 painting the nails white first gives more depth to the color
This technique will be very useful when you want to highlight a color, as in the case of neon tones, which are better defined if you already have a previous base. Remember: most bright colors tend to look a lot more vivid when placed over white!

2 Technique for marble effect
Do you want to learn how to make other great designs? Sure, marble effect nails are the design you're looking for. Do them with this step by step:

• You need two different colors of nail polish that stand out from each other, for example gray and carmine.
• Get a plastic bag or some vitafilm.
• Choose a fine bristle brush for the decoration.
• You can not miss the cotton and acetone that will help you clean the nail in case of errors.
•  Before decorating the nails, apply a nail strengthening base.
• Apply one of the two polishes you chose and wait for it to dry.
• With the brush, paint the plastic bag using the second polish you chose.
• Rub the bag delicately over the nails so that the color is evenly distributed creating the natural stretch marks that give the appearance of marble.
• Remove excess nail polish with the acetone-soaked cotton ball.

3 Accelerates the drying of nails.
One of the problems that you can face when decorating your nails is the time you have to wait for drying. Keep in mind that many techniques require the application of one or more colors, in layers that must be dried to finish the decoration.

To speed up the drying process, this technique can work for you, it is very simple.

• Fill a bowl with ice and water.
• Once your nails are polished, wait a few seconds and dip them in the liquid solution.
• This technique is applied on regular enamelling.

4 Extends the duration of enamelling
Another technique to paint the nails that will be useful in decorating is to use a cooking oil spray on the recently enameled nails; This simple action will help you prevent stains and make the glaze more durable.

You can use this technique on regular paint, or cold gel.

5 Broken glass effect
The glass effect is a technique that will leave your nails ready for a night event, due to its elegant and iridescent view that will give you the best look for that special event. It doesn't matter if it's a big party or a gathering with friends, this technique will make your nails look amazing.

To achieve this effect litmus paper is used, which will serve to give the appearance of broken glass. Follow these steps:

• To achieve the breaking effect, you must have previously cut the paper; what you will do is arrange it in such a way that it appears tears.
• Cut off the excess paper with scissors.
• Cover the nail with a clear protector.
• You can see the complete tutorial of this technique by clicking here.

How to get the products to apply the techniques?
For any of the techniques described above, we recommend using a set of brushes, since they facilitate decoration. In the same way, when you let your imagination fly, you will need a series of utensils and products to decorate that will allow you to develop designs in a practical way.

You can find everything you require in specialized stores such as Cora Factory, which offers you everything you need to perform a number of techniques and even create others with which you will surprise everyone. You just have to let your imagination run wild.

Conclusions
The techniques of painting your nails that we recommend here can be combined with many other ideas that you may come up with. Decorating your nails can be a lot of fun! Dare to create your own designs, since if you talk about the art of decorating, the limits are only what you put on.

Everything you need to know about nail art

 Everything you need to know about nail art

Most likely, by now you have heard something about Nail Art or Nail Art, one of the latest trends in women's fashion that consists of making true works of art on the nails using different polishes of all colors to capture different designs: Faces, leaves, flowers, animals, jewelry, etc.

The truth is that Nail Art has been in countries like Japan for some years (where it began in the 90s), but the whole phenomenon was unleashed worldwide when Katy Perry uploaded a photo of her nails with Nail Art on her Twitter account. which you could see images of his ex-partner Rusell Brand. The American artist is the person with the most followers on Twitter in the world, so it is not surprising that this celebrity has given more strength to a fashion that, apparently, is here to stay.

- Everything you need to know about nail art and nail art accessories

Since then, this trend has started to spread rapidly around the world, plus a lot of celebrities and bloggers have shared really impressive designs that help this fashion continue to grow and reach the hands of aesthetic experts, designers , artists, technique teachers and even big brands, becoming a great artistic and fashion trend.

As I mentioned before, the designs can be on practically any subject, from lines, references to works of art, motifs from series or movies, original designs or even brand logos. When you see someone decorating nails you will notice that each design depends on the tastes of each person and the inspiration they have.

Nowadays it has become an accessory that cannot be missing in big fashion events, such as New York Fashion Week and other events of the same size.

In addition to Katy Perry, it is increasingly common to see other celebrities using Nail Art, such as Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Adele, Demi Lovato or Lily Collins.

The popularity of Nail Art grew too much and by leaps and bounds. A clear example of this could be observed in 2001 in the United States, when nail products and accessories exceeded the demand for other conventional cosmetics such as lipsticks. Varnish, gloss gel and decals increased sales by up to 59%. Another factor why this trend has become so popular, besides that it is a great way to express yourself, is because it is quite accessible and no matter a person's physical build, anyone can use it.

This fashion has been around for a few years, so you can find some designs that are booming, forming part of the 2017 nail trend. Among some of the best known designers is Fleury Rosse (with work for Fashionista, Teen Vogue and Seventeen) and Sophie Harris-Greenslade, who are renowned for their original, creative and thoughtful designs that they can do in the small footprint of a nail.

All over the world there are spaces where Nail Art services of very good quality and with quite original designs are offered, so it will not take you time to find a place to make the design you are looking for.

If you want to do Nail Art but you are not very clear about what type of design you are looking for, there are some portals like we heart nails where you will find a wide variety of designs of all kinds and for all tastes. We don't always feel creative or have a design in mind, so having a reference site where they can help inspire you to find a design that goes perfectly with you is an excellent option.

Easy nail art ideas for those who are not very expert with nails

 Easy nail art ideas for those who are not very expert with nails

If the art of painting your nails is not something you are given, do not worry. We show you the simplest, easiest and most error-proof ideas so you can wear a perfect manicure!

There are people who grow up with manual skills to paint amazing nail ideas with ease… and others who can't even with a coat of polish! If you identify with the latter, we also include ourselves and that is why we prefer to resort to the manicurist, than to make a disaster by own hand. But what to do when the classrooms are closed?

- Easy nail art ideas for those who are not very expert with nails and nail art accessories

Do not worry, luckily we have found the easiest nail designs that have no fault, even for those that we are not very expert. If you are patient and have the materials at hand, we assure you that you will never go through bad nails days again!

NAIL IDEAS FOR THOSE WHO ARE NOT VERY EXPERT

Color points
Betina Goldstein taught Glamor how to make a flawless, minimalist nail art that has no room for error, even for those with little skill with their nails. You just have to take a pointer and place three circles of different sizes and colors on the transparent nail, distributed over a considerable space. When you're done, apply a layer of a matte top coat and you're good to go!

Smiling faces
For this nail idea we will continue to use a pointer and the transparent base -as in the previous one-. only now the circles will be bigger and yellow. Once these are dry, take an ultra-fine brush and black polish, and paint the eyes and the smile of the happy faces. For the result to be beautiful, you do not need to be an expert, but you do need to have a little patience.

Colored strips
We know that a line as precise as the one in this idea is not very easy to replicate, but the solution in these cases is to buy adhesive strips to decorate nails, in the color you prefer. The first thing you have to do is polish the edges with an almond shape, then you must glue the strip vertically at the tip, trim the excess, file to make it perfect and finish with a layer of shine.

Golden stars
The applications in the shape of miniature stars are a must in your nail art collection, if decorating your nails is not very good for you. The reason? They make your hands see on point just by putting them on. Simply place three dots of nail glue, put the stars on top (if they have adhesive on the back, skip the previous step), wait for them to dry and fix with a good shiny polish. Easier, impossible!

Flowers and more flowers
Start by painting two nails yellow (or whatever you prefer) and leave the rest transparent. On the latter, paint floral nail ideas with a toothpick: Put a dark dot in the center and then yellow dots around it to form the petals. For a more elegant result, finish by applying a layer of matte top coat.

Ombre nails
Probably doing an impact gradient is not a good alternative if your experience with manicure is little, but there is another much easier way to achieve it and it is by painting each nail a different shade. The intention is to go from the dark to the lightest color so that a perfect ombré is appreciated, although you can simply use different tones within the same color range.

Small hearts
Here you have to start by placing a nude nail polish base, wait for it to dry very well and trace a white heart on the first third of the nail. How to do it? With a pointer, place two small dots together in the center. Next, take a toothpick and lengthen the bottom of the circles to form the tip of the heart. That's it!

Scrambled eggs
To give your nails a fun and cool touch, draw starry eggs! You can do it with a brush or pointer (as you prefer). The important thing is to start with the white nail polish, wait for it to dry to perfection and put the yellow dot in the center. Because the shape of the egg is uneven, mistakes will not be noticed!