If you do a manicure at home, but are not sure about the correct choice of tools and means, this article is for you. We will tell you how to choose the right tools for manicure at home, what tools will be required. After all, the use of low-quality material, even the wrong choice of a file, and then the procedure for filing nails leads to a disastrous result.
Fine abrasive nail file
Glass
The main stage of a perfect manicure: creating the shape of the nails. This requires a basic tool - a fine abrasive file. In the first place in popularity, practicality and efficiency is glass file... We file the length and shape with an exceptionally soft nail file and in one direction. In addition, a glass nail file is useful not only for creating a beautiful shape of nails, but also for treating cuticles using the Christina Fitzgerald method. This method consists in dry cuticle removal, without maceration (soaking).
Laser nail file
Another nail file recommended by masters for home manicure. Laser file has similar properties. It is soft, finely abrasive, does not damage the free edge of the nail and the nail plate. At the same time, it serves for a long time if you use it on natural nails. And besides this, the file is useful for unedged deburring (sawing). The only negative, as a rule, the laser file does not have a pointed tip, which is useful for pushing back the cuticle. But the usual one can help with this. orange stick... Among the advantages of this tool is the fact that laser files can work on the skin, nails and as a polisher.
Recall - the thinner the nails, the less rough the file surface should be.
Cuticle remover
For those who prefer the classic unedged manicure, you will need a cuticle remover or remover. It is notable for its low consumption, but the processing of the cuticle already requires soaking. First, a remover is applied to the cuticle, then the hands are lowered into the bath for a few minutes. Gently peel off the soggy skin and pterygium with an orange stick, with movements to the base of the nail. This must be done carefully so as not to damage the area of the matrix (where the nail is formed). Then proceed to remove the cuticle by using scissors or scissors.
Cuticle scissors
This tool is used in nail salons for the treatment of cuticles and side ridges. But, it requires periodic sharpening. In addition, treatment with disinfectant solutions and sterilization after each work, even at home. Helps cut the cuticle itself in a quality manner. This must be done carefully, the movements are not pulling and tearing, but forward, with a slight pull back. The cut should be clear so as not to injure the cuticle. If you are not sure that you can do it yourself, then it is better to go to the salon or give preference to a "nail file" manicure (Christina Fitzgerald).
Polishing block with wax
Another trick for those who do their manicure at home doesn't like to cover their nails with varnish. A special file with wax is intended for polishing nails to a shine. For home use, it has two sides.In the process of polishing, first the side with a hard finish is applied to remove the gloss, then immediately the second side is used to polish the nail with wax. As a result of polishing, the nails shine as if a glossy coating had been applied to them, protected from external negative influences.
Cuticle oil
The manicure is ready after moistening the cuticle with oil. You can prepare it yourself or buy a ready-made product. You won't notice much difference. The purpose of the cuticle oil is to moisturize, nourish and enhance the appearance of nails. Apply 2 times a day. The bonus of such care: massage of the root part of the nail - the matrix, the nail grows faster.
Base for coating
The importance of the base varnish base cannot be overemphasized. Care and maintenance of nails, alignment of the nail plate is an essential necessity when creating the perfect manicure. In addition, a thin layer of the base protects the nail from the negative effects of varnish, prolongs the life of the coating of the nails. In order for the varnish to last for a whole week, be sure to degrease your nails before applying the varnish.
Nail polish
As for manicure varnishes, every year there are more and more brands and it is simply unrealistic to keep track of all the new products. When making a choice, you should focus on color, density and effect, collecting your unique collection of varnishes. A decorative coating is applied close to the base of the nail, starting from the middle, with smooth, gentle movements.
Top drying
Another tool for home manicure, to which we will never get tired of singing odes, is top drying. It is a special liquid coating that is applied over colored varnish to provide protection, quick drying and shine... Convenient express tool for completing manicure.
- It works almost instantly, so first the coating should be slightly air-dried so that it does not smudge, then apply top-drying.
- But if you still do not have such a tool at hand, we advise you to simply cover your nails with a top-base (2 in 1).
- Also remember that the use of mismatched topcoats and colors can lead to coating instability.
Nail polish remover
Naturally should be in your arsenal for a home manicure. Here it is worth remembering only one thing, you should remove the varnish with the help of a tool that does not contain acetoneso as not to dry out the nail plate.
Hand cream
It seems that this point is generally clear to everyone - this is a must-have tool for completing a manicure. You will definitely want to moisturize your fingers and at the same time the cuticles - therefore, it is better to keep hand cream (of medium density and consistency) always at hand. However, it will come in very handy when the skin is irritated, dry, peeling, after the scrubbing procedure, frost, sunburn, during an airplane flight and other situations.
Hand scrub
Of course, we shouldn't forget about the hand scrub. The skin of the hands requires not only constant hydration, nutrition, but also exfoliation. To do this, you can use a product that you use to cleanse your body skin. Alternatively, use coffee cake - it gently removes dead skin cells, nourishes.
