How to apply glitter on gel polish without top coat, coated. Instruction, video

Beautiful and well-groomed nails complete the look of every girl. Some people prefer classic manicure, while others try to bring new details to the design of a manicure and thus emphasize their style. One of the most popular decorative elements is sequins. They are applied to gel polish in different techniques and combinations, from which unique images are obtained.

General recommendations for a glitter manicure

The stylish glitter element makes your manicure more attractive. It can be applied dry or liquid. The methods of their application are so varied that each decor can be made unique.

Usually sequins or glitter are used to:

• pay attention to details,
• complement the design outside the box,
• add bright colors,
• give a festive look.

More and more often in the beauty industry market, glitter of unusual shapes began to be found.

An important feature of glitters is that they look great on nails of any shape, but color combinations with a certain nail shape are especially successful.

They try to apply sparkles on gel polish to give a mysterious look, because such a decor will definitely not go unnoticed. Beautiful and well-groomed hands are always eye-catching, and shimmering elements make it even easier.

There are many variations of the combination of manicure and glitter, and yet there are several successful examples:

Silver glitter can dilute a regular manicure, but it is not advised to use too much glitter. It will be successful to cover the gel polish with silver glitter on one or more fingers. Especially this color of sequins is popular in winter and then it is successfully combined with turquoise shades and snow patterns.

Gold glitter is no less successful in choosing a color. It goes especially well with pink shades of gel polish. To give the manicure an original look, glitter is applied to the middle fingers of both hands and added over large dry sparkles of golden color, the rest of the nails remain pink. The combination of glitter with a matte finish of the manicure is considered successful.

One finger is made matte, two of the same shade, but glossy, the rest are diluted with sparkles. A good option for a festive manicure using sparkles is to use them all over the nail plate, or just create a shiny line.

Types of sequins

Sequins for a day - small particles of foil of different sizes. Modern manufacturers make large sequins to create a mirror effect, or very small ones that resemble dust. The beauty industry market offers a large selection of colors of this material: gold, silver, colored and even transparent, for every taste.

Glitter and glitter come in dry and liquid form, due to which the methods of their application differ.Glitters are dry glitters in small jars. Most often these are small and almost sandy sequins. It is especially convenient to use this look for gel polish, since it is applied to the sticky layer of varnish and fixed with a top coat.

This layering guarantees the durability of the manicure. Dry glitters are also handy for creating drawings. The liquid structure consists of a transparent varnish and a filler in the form of fine glitters. These materials are sold in the same bottles as the gel polish itself. This type of glitter is less popular due to the saturation of the gloss.

In order for the decor to be shiny enough, sometimes it is necessary to apply several layers, because of which the manicure itself may be short-lived. But the saturation of such a varnish with sparkles depends on the manufacturer. In addition, this type of application of glitter can be more convenient, because after it you do not have to wash it off the skin around the nail plate, unlike dry glitter.

The most popular manufacturers of glitter for nail design are ruNail, IRISK, TNL, Patrisa nail. Manicure masters use these particular companies, due to the quality compliance, but sometimes they allow the use of other brands.

Glitter manicure techniques and methods

Adding sparkles in the form of a decorative manicure helps to diversify the image and create a delicate and romantic style, as well as daring and bright. It all depends on the colors of the base varnish and glitter used, as well as on the method of their application.

French manicure

Glitters on gel polish can be applied in combination with French manicure, creating an exquisite look. The classic jacket is diluted with sparkles instead of the usual white coating, or replacing the main coating with it. Variants of using glitter on one of the nails are successful, and the rest are decorated with the usual jacket.

Lovers of the original approach mix several techniques, like a jacket and ombre, smoothly distributing sparkles on one of the nails. They also combine French manicure with sparkles, but they use not an arc shape, but a triangular one.

Moon manicure

This technique resembles a jacket, but the arcs are drawn at the nail holes, leaving the rest of the nail in a different color. This decor option is original in itself, but in combination with glitter or sparkles, they create even more interesting design solutions.

For instance:

1. Sequins come in a variety of color variations, but gold, bronze and silver are best for filling holes.
2. Dry and wet glitters are used to create a festive or quieter manicure design. Using the dry method, the holes are filled with the rubbing method, when the sparkles are immersed in the varnish, or the sparkles are placed on the nail plate using tweezers or sticks. Liquid glitter itself is a varnish mixed with glitter. It is more convenient for them to cover a dry layer of glitter to secure them.
3. For a casual design, a slight shimmer is enough. If the goal is to create a festive manicure, use glitter to firmly cover the shiny layer.

Ombre sequins

The method of stretching the sequins along the length of the nail is suitable for both a festive version and a neutral everyday manicure design. To create such a decor, manicure masters use glitters with different sizes of sparkles. Any color of varnish is taken as a basis, but cream and delicate colors are most suitable, they also create a gentle effect for a daily version.

The sequins are stretched along the nail, applying a drop of glitter to the well and gradually spreading them to the middle of the nail. The opposite option is successful, when stretching occurs from the edge of the nail. To create such a decor, use a special brush or sponge. The effect is achieved with any of the selected tools, but when applying the glitter with a sponge, then you should clean the skin around the nail.

"Veil"

A special technique for creating a nail design involves the use of colored varnish and a base. Between them, patterns or shapes are drawn in a separate layer, and it would be a good option to use sparkles to create this pattern.

This decor option turns out to be spectacular:

1. A successful decor option, where one finger is completely covered with sparkles, and the neighboring ones are decorated using the “veil” technique.
2. Stripes and lines are laid out with glitter, drawing petals or flowers. The design near the nail hole or at its edge looks especially original.
3. The decor using the "veil" technique will be an interesting solution as a wedding manicure.

Sparkling master class

Before starting to apply gel polish, carry out basic nail care: treat the cuticle and correct the shape of the nail with a file. They also process the nail plate itself with a special buff file to make it smoother and remove irregularities, then treat it with a degreasing agent.

After all the preparatory procedures are done, the nails are covered with a transparent base.

The second layer is colored varnish, or liquid glitter, if you need to completely cover the nail with it. Sequins on gel polish can be applied dry in several ways. Large glitters are applied to the nail using a dots or a damp orange stick. Fine sand glitter can be applied using several techniques.

The usual way

The easiest way to use dry glitter will be perfectly mastered by those who have not yet worked with this material or do not have sufficient experience in applying glitter. the edge of the nail is covered with transparent varnish and dipped in a container with dry glitter. The remnants of sequins that have not adhered to the varnish are brushed off with a manicure brush. This method is often chosen when decorating a nail design with sparkles.

Rubbing method

This method is used only on top of gel polish, shiny pollen will not settle on a regular varnish. Sparkles are applied to the sticky layer of gel polish and gradually distributed using an applicator or a thick manicure brush. Thus, the glitter will gradually penetrate the surface of the gel polish.

The rubbing method allows you to apply glitter in a very thin layer, therefore it is advised to select a color close to the color of the varnish, otherwise the shade of the glitter can be greatly distorted. Manicurists advise, upon completion, to walk over the shiny layer with a degreasing napkin or even dry this layer in a lamp.

Sprinkling with sparkles

The nail is covered with base varnish and not dried. A dry manicure brush is dipped in glitter and sprayed over the nail with light movements. Manicurists draw a pattern on the nail in advance with transparent varnish and then use this method of spraying sparkles.

After the glitter has been applied with a sufficiently dense layer, they are sent to the lamp to dry. The remaining glitter after drying can be easily shaken off with a brush. Such use of glitter does not require the application of a finishing coat of varnish, otherwise the effect will be like from liquid glitter.

Gloss stretching method

This method helps replace liquid glitter polish. To apply dry sparkles, use a flat manicure brush and pre-moisten in base varnish, and then dipped in sparkles. With gentle movements, the glitter is applied to the required areas of the nail plate.

To make the manicure look discreet, the brush is used lightly, since it covers a large amount of dry glitter at a time. Upon completion, a layer of glitter is covered with a finish.

The method of mixing gloss with a top

This method is most often used by manicurists when filling in the design elements of the nail, such as a jacket, holes and so on. Apply glitter to gel polish with a dry thin manicure brush. On a separate surface or prepared palette, the finishing varnish with sparkles is kneaded until a viscous mixture is formed.

The brush is dipped in the mixture and the desired detail is drawn. For small fragments, 1 coat of glitter is enough.After this layer has dried, the finishing varnish is applied twice and the surface of the nail is leveled, since fragments of sparkles give volume.

Monochrome glitter manicure

The addition of sparkles and glitters allows you to diversify the classic monochromatic manicure. Depending on the chosen colors and the frequency of decoration with sequins, the style of manicure itself can change - from everyday to festive.

Delicate image

Those who want to create a romantic version of the decor can use several design options. This version of the nail design is suitable for sophisticated girls, as well as a daily option or formal events. A sophisticated manicure is obtained using flesh, beige or lilac varnish as a base.

For decoration, use sparkles with a slightly darker tone. as an everyday manicure, one nail decor on each hand is enough. Even with the use of glitter along the entire length of the nail plate, it is possible to create a delicate look, provided that the base varnish is a neutral shade.

Black manicure

Black manicure always looks impressive, but its addition with patterns helps to create a more festive look. The combination of black and glitter creates an original and stylish look.

To create a successful decor option, apply glitter to gel polish directly over the colored base, or decorate with only one finger. For young girls, black manicure combined with sequin patterns, for example, in the shape of a heart, may be suitable.

Red manicure

For going to a party, a red manicure with the addition of glitter is an excellent option. Golden sparkles look especially advantageous and harmonious with red gel polish.

An original design solution can be a jacket in red with a gold combination, where the holes or "smile" are drawn with glitter. This option will look especially elegant and luxurious.

Glitter manicure in different shades

Sequins combine well with each other in different colors and the following are ways to create a successful combination of colors.

Glitter rainbow

A stylish and at the same time quite bright version of a manicure can be created using sparkles. Glitter or sequins in the form of colored stripes that resemble a rainbow are especially appreciated by young girls. Such a bright and summer look is unlikely to suit business women, as a casual option or for formal events.

But the rainbow decor can perfectly complement the elegant image of a girl for festivals, holidays or while on vacation:

1. Especially impressive iridescent sparkles will look in a combination of blue, red, yellow and purple shades. But even in the design of short nails, this color combination can be successful.
2. Sequin strips are applied vertically, horizontally or at an angle. The colors may blend a little when applied, but this will only create a more interesting effect.

Combining shades of varnish

Another stylish manicure design option can be a combination of several colors using sparkles. A smooth transition of one color, but in different shades on all fingers of the hand, is considered a good option. Or use 2-3 contrasting colors. For example: black and white, red, white and gold.

Such a manicure will be especially interesting if one of the nails is complemented with sparkles to match or is completely covered with liquid glitter of the same color. This option for nail decor is considered calmer than rainbow, which means it can be suitable both for holidays and as an everyday option.

Matte glitter manicure

Matte manicure is once again becoming a popular trend, especially when combined with glitter.The opposite of glossy nails, this nail polish option looks great in both light and dark shades.

A manicure with matte details and glitter will look great for parties, restaurants or other special events. In the usual version, it is able to complement a laconic female image, especially with the use of neutral shades.

To make glitter nail designs even more interesting, there are several effective solutions:

1. On long nails, a manicure made using the ombre technique with the addition of large sparkles looks beautiful. The matte finish makes this design bright and unusual.
2. A truly luxurious look is achieved using dark matte shades and an addition in the form of rhinestones or large sequins. This festive option will suit any outfit and will attract the eyes.
   
3. A service jacket will look impressive on medium-length nails, but not in the usual design. Dark saturated shades, where the base is matte, and the "smile" is glossy, will make the image unique. The addition in the form of glitter will dilute and complete the image.
4. Complex design is no less popular. This is a way of mixing multiple designs, where multiple colors, decorative elements and patterns can be used and covered with a matte finish. The more complex the design, the better and the matte finish will only add completeness to the look.

Glitter manicure options, complemented by patterns and drawings

The design of nails with the use of drawings began to be in great demand among masters of manicure. This design will be appropriate both in everyday life and as a festive option, depending on the chosen shades.

Girls who want to diversify a monochromatic manicure with interesting details and create a romantic or mysterious look combine monograms and designs with dark or neutral varnish colors.

Craftsmen complement patterns and designs with sparkles or complete them entirely using glitters:

1. Sequins draw lines, stripes and shapes. Monograms, rhombs with filling or Latin V look especially beautiful. The decor in the form of a "zebra" is simply and beautifully obtained. And also themed drawings look interesting, for example, a Christmas ball, on the eve of the New Year.
2. The number of patterns is limited only by the length of the nail.
3. The patterns look especially impressive on a monochromatic varnish.

This option for applying sparkles is quite simple to perform. Color gel polish is applied to the nail in advance and fixed with a top. On top of these layers, the design of the nail is performed in the form of the desired pattern, monogram or other fragment. Do not dry this layer and immediately sprinkle it with plenty of glitter using a thick brush. After application, the nail is dried in a lamp and the remaining glitter is brushed off.

Fashion trends of glitter manicure in 2019

Fashion trends periodically return, and it also happened with the trends for 2019:

• the use of metallic shades and sequins, in combination with designs or rhinestones,
• graphic lines made in black,
• geometry in black, red and white, where the best example is avant-garde painting,
• using more pearls, rhinestones, beads and even high-grade jewelry in the design,
• combination of black and white.

All these fashion trends are perfectly combined and combined with each other and fit any nail shape. Fashion predictions for 2019 make recommendations for every nail shape, so the design is suitable for every length.

For several years now, gel polish has remained the most popular due to its strength and ease of application.

Manicurists are increasingly trying to complement their manicure with decorative elements, and applying sparkles and glitters to gel polish allows you to diversify the design of any manicure.

Article design: Anna Vinnitskaya

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