Gel nail polish for beginners. Tutorials step by step how to draw simple, beautiful designs, video

Gel polish coating for beginners is a great option for every day manicure, the main advantage of which is its durability. Thanks to him, an attractive and memorable appearance of nails is created, and a modern fashionista will save a lot of time for herself.

What is gel polish, its types

Gel polish is a unique cosmetic product designed to cover nails. It is a hybrid combination of classic nail polish and modeling gel. At the same time, it retains only the best properties of the above-mentioned components.

Coating nails with gel polish provides their owners with a long-lasting effect of a beautiful and well-groomed manicure.

Color and design can last up to 4 weeks. This is explained by the presence of a dispersion medium in the composition of the preparation, which forms a checkered film on the nails. Thanks to her, gel polish adheres to the surface of the nail as well as possible and lasts for a long time. The uniqueness of the gel polish is that it is perfect for natural and artificial (extended) nails.

Gel polish for starters is one of the best developments in the beauty nail care industry in recent years. Europeans are the first to appreciate this product 15 years ago.

Now gel polish is very popular both among eminent masters of beauty salons and among ordinary girls who want to make a beautiful manicure at home. In the popular environment, gel polish is called "shellac". Since the Shellak CND brand became the pioneers in Russia.

Distinctive properties of gel polish:

1. High durability. It can stay on nails from 2 to 4 weeks. This is how he attracts a large number of women of fashion who want to walk with fresh manicure for a long time.
2. Nice composition. Most often, it includes hypoallergenic substances that reduce the risk of harm to the nail plate. Many brands care about their customers and add beneficial strengthening and nourishing ingredients to their formulations.
3. Color saturation. Unlike regular polish, gel polish does not lose its pigmentation. With proper application of the coating, it does not cloud, does not wear off, and is resistant to chips and scratches.
4. Ability to withstand household loads. Any girl has frequent contact with water, various detergents and household products. Gel polish, hardening upon application, creates a dense film on the nails that does not destroy the manicure.
5. Simple application technology. Gel polish is applied quickly, painlessly and dries briefly under a special lamp. Anyone can create the perfect coating with gel polish.

Composition of gel polish:

1. A photoinitiator is a molecular compound that absorbs UV radiation. Thanks to him, the gel polish dries quickly when exposed to ultraviolet rays.
2. Filming agent - a chemical component that provides a durable coating and prevents its destruction.
3. Diluents - ethers, monomers, which are used to maintain an optimal consistency. So that the texture of the gel polish is moderately viscous and provides a tight adhesion to the nail plate.
4. Coloring pigments - organic or inorganic components.The density of the coating and the saturation of shades depend on them.
5. Various additives and fillers - allow gel polish to strengthen and nourish nails.

According to the application system, there are three types of this product:

1. Single phase. To create a manicure, you only need a tube of colored pigment and nothing else. The coating is not permanent, excellent for strong natural nails. With the help of a single-phase gel polish coating, novice masters can make manicure without problems.

   

2. Biphasic the product implies, after applying the color, the application of a top (fixing) coating. Two-phase products are rarely found in beauty salons, as the effect leaves much to be desired.
3. Three-phase gel polish involves three stages of application. The first is the base coat, followed by the color pigment, the final stage is the top. This system is the most reliable and in demand. Because the result is the most durable and practical manicure.

Classification of gel polishes by texture

All gel polishes are divided into 2 main categories:

1. Reflective gel polishes. The main advantage is quick adhesion to the nail. These tools are easy to use and easy to use for beginners.
2. Non-reflective gel polishes. In addition to this drug, an activating agent is also required. This type of gel polish resembles glue in texture. A special spray is required to dilute it. And it is necessary to apply such a gel polish with a professional brush for applying the gel.

Rating of gel polishes

How to choose a gel polish

To cover nails with gel polish, beginners should focus on the following points when choosing a product:

1. Professional class trains. Such products contain fewer chemical components, and more natural ones, which have a beneficial effect on nails.
2. A large number of masters (beginners and professionals) prefer brands well-known in the world market (Shellak CND, Beautix UV Gel, BOHEMIA APEX GEL), which have long been able to win the trust of girls. There is no reason to doubt their quality.
3. Cost. Low price is not a guarantee of good quality. Most likely, such a coating with gel polishes is suitable for beginners. Craftsmen interested in providing services at a high level should pay attention to more expensive materials.
4. Color palette. It should be varied. So that there is plenty to choose from a suitable shade. But remember that bright colors require 2-3 coats. Accordingly, the consumption of the product will be higher.
5. Ease of application of gel polish and ease of removal from nails. A high-quality product will be evenly distributed over the entire surface of the nail and dry quickly under the influence of UV radiation. In addition, it should be removed even faster after its life cycle (from 2 to 4 weeks) using a special liquid.

What is required for a manicure besides gel polish

Beginners need the following tools to cover nails with gel polish:

1. Antiseptic for hands. It disinfects hands, nails and cuticles.
2. Primer (base) - it degreases the nail plate, ensures tight adhesion of the natural surface of the nail with gel polish, thereby prolonging the service life of the manicure.
3. Base coat (first layer) - evens out the nails and hides their minor imperfections. And also prepares the surface of the nails for applying the base color.
4. Color gel polish.
5. Top coat is the final step in a manicure. The top protects nails from the external environment, from chips and scratches.
6. Special lamp for drying. The main task of the lamp is to dry the gel polish as quickly as possible. It all depends on its power and variety.

7. Suitable nail files. They allow you to gently process nails and create the desired shape (almond, oval, square, soft square and others).
8. Buff is one of the varieties of nail files. It is used at the initial stage of manicure and for removing gel polish.
9. Cuticle removal tools. These include: special gels for softening and removing cuticles, orange sticks, tweezers, nail scissors.
10. Cuticle oil. To make the skin along the nail look well-groomed and neat, cuticle oil must be used during the manicure process. It should be rubbed in with massage movements until completely absorbed.
11. Degreaser for nails. It removes the sticky layer after using gel polish.
12. Gel polish remover, foil and cotton pads. With these media, gel polish is removed quickly and painlessly. The solution is applied to a cotton pad, which must be pressed tightly against the nail and wrapped with foil on top. After 10-15 minutes, the old layer with gel polish can be easily removed from the nails with an orange stick.

Master class on applying a monochromatic manicure with gel polish

The trendy direction in 2019 is manicure in pastel shades. Such as beige, powdery, pale pink. This color scheme is perfect for delicate and sophisticated natures.

The classic red manicure will never go out of fashion.

It is ideal for confident and self-sufficient women.And most importantly, it will be appropriate at any time of the year and in any environment, whether it be workdays or a relaxing vacation.

Technology for creating a monochromatic manicure with gel polish:

1. It is necessary to disinfect your hands with an antiseptic.
2. This is followed by the removal of the old gel polish coating using a special solution, cotton pads and foil.
3. Correction of the shape of the free edge of the nails with a file and a buff.
4. Having previously removed dust from the surface of the nails, you need to abundantly moisten a lint-free napkin and thoroughly wipe natural nails with a degreaser. Especially in the cuticle area. One napkin is required per hand.
5. For more reliable adhesion of materials, it is necessary to apply a primer. Only the amount of the drug is required so that moisture does not linger on the surface of the nail. The primer should evaporate following the movement of the brush.
6. Base application should be started with thumbs. This will save a significant amount of time for the procedure. The consistency of the base must be stretched from the cuticle to the free edge of the nail.
7. Fixation of the coating in an ultraviolet lamp for at least 30 seconds.
8. Next, you should evenly distribute the first thin layer of colored gel polish over the entire surface of the nail. Paying special attention to the lateral sides of the nail plate and the end of the free edge.
9. Fixation of the coating under UV radiation for at least 1 minute.
10. According to the same scheme, it is necessary to apply a second layer and then seal it under ultraviolet rays.
11. After applying the color, you need to alternately cover all the nails with a top (topcoat) and dry them under a lamp. For best results, it is recommended to apply the top in two layers.
12. At the end of the procedure, use a degreaser to remove the sticky layer with a lint-free cloth.

Master class on applying multi-colored manicure with gel polish

French manicure or in another way French has been popular for more than one year. Due to the organic combinatorics of the natural shade of the nails with white, a neat, beautiful manicure is obtained, which is ideal for girls and women of any age.

French adds femininity to the image of his mistress and emphasizes the length and beauty of her nails.

Step-by-step instructions for creating a French manicure using gel polish:

1. The first stage is the preparation of the nail plate. It is necessary to process the free edges of the nails, remove the cuticle with auxiliary tools, degrease the surface.
2. Application of primer and drying under the lamp for at least 30 seconds.
3. Application of a thin base coat and drying for at least 1 minute.
4. Application of the main color (light beige, light pink) on the entire surface of the nails and drying under a lamp for at least 1-2 minutes. It is recommended to make 1-2 layers.
5. With a thin brush for nail art of nails, you need to draw a crescent line at the tip of the nails and dry in a lamp for 1-2 minutes. Cover in 1-2 coats. If you cannot cope with the brush, you can use stencils to create a French manicure.
6. Fixing the design with the top. Drying under the lamp.
7. Removing the sticky layer with a degreaser.
8. Application of nourishing cuticle oil.

How to apply simple patterns and drawings to gel polish

Special brushes are the main tool for creating nail art.

They are:

• in the form of a fan;
• wide flat with a smooth or oblique cut;
• thin with different pile lengths;
• dots;

Popular ideas:

1. Web. After coating with colored gel polish, beginners should polish the nail and with a thin brush, you can safely draw patterns that represent the spider web. The main thing is to initially collect the minimum amount of material, and add a little in the process.
2. Monogram. The design is created using a monochromatic gel polish and a brush in a size convenient for a beginner. After the basic one, you need to type a little dark gel polish on the brush, black is the most expressive of all, and draw monograms in the form of semicircles.To get an elegant design on each nail, you can make a monogram not in one color, but in different ones. If you wish and your mood, you can add rhinestones, sequins, stickers.
3. To create roses on nails you will need: dots, several colored gel polishes and a thin brush. After drying the base coat, cover the nails with the base color of the gel polish and seal the result under a lamp. When it dries up, you can draw roses.

Gel polish coating for beginners with drawings and patterns is always relevant. Roses - will cheer you up in the spring and summer. And cobwebs and monograms will add zest in winter and autumn.

How to apply decor on a manicure with gel polish

Popular techniques for performing nail designs:

1. Inlaid with rhinestones is part of the image of a charming and gentle girl. Rhinestones in a chaotic manner are glued in a natural way on the uncured surface of the nail, covered with gel polish. Under a UV lamp, the decor hardens and, at the final stage, is filled with a top coat for the durability of the manicure. Rhinestones can be complemented with patterns and designs.
2. Rubbing. This is a special powder of the finest grinding for nail art. It is rubbed onto the surface of the nails already dried by the lamp. The result is a natural shine effect. A manicure with this design will ideally fit into a festive look.
3. Broken glass. The effect is created using a small piece of colored foil, which must first be cut into small pieces of the desired shape. They should be carefully spread over the nail plate. You can make an unusual pattern or mosaic from them. This design is suitable for everyday life.

Gel polish coating for beginners has a lot of advantages. These include: attractive appearance, durability and protection against household defects. In order for the coating to be perfect, it is necessary to choose only high-quality tools and materials, as well as a good, powerful lamp. In this case, a manicure will always please the eye.

Video with step-by-step instructions for applying gel polish

How to apply gel polish for a beginner:

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