Hardware manicure: features, execution technique and design ideas

One of the most popular cosmetic procedures is hardware manicure. Having special tools and equipment, it can be performed not only in beauty salons, but also at home. Thanks to this care, the nails are beautiful and neat, and the grooming effect lasts for a long time, without requiring frequent correction.

Hardware manicure is a modern and effective method for the care of nails, cuticles and skin on rollers. It is carried out with an apparatus called a nail cutter. This device is equipped with various attachments and also allows you to safely and painlessly remove areas of rough skin and burrs, without affecting the cuticle. Since the hardware manicure provides professional care, it is recommended to be carried out by girls in the presence of the following problems:

• foliation of the nail structure and wavy (uneven) surface of the marigold;
• dry skin of the hands;
• with a "fleshy" cuticle that grows back quickly.

To get the maximum grooming effect, many masters offer their clients to perform a combined manicure, which includes hardware processing and trimming technique.In this case, the more delicate parts of the fingers are processed with ordinary tools, and the hardened skin is removed with a cutter.

Most of the fair sex do not have free time to visit salons, therefore, in order to save themselves from long trips and waiting in queues, ladies prefer to take care of their hands on their own at home. Manicure can be performed both by edging and hardware method, at the same time, the latter is more popular, since its advantages are as follows:

• high-quality removal of fragments of keratinized epidermis without damaging healthy areas;
• traumatic, since no cutting tools are used during the session;
• sterile - the ingress of contamination and infection is excluded during processing;
• provides long-term care, the skin grows back more slowly and marigolds do not require frequent correction;
• hands do not need to be steamed in baths and softened, which protects the skin from leaching of intercellular fat and reduces the risk of lamination of the stratum corneum;
• the possibility of obtaining a symmetrical shape of the nail, the edges become neat and perfectly even.

Despite the advantages of a hardware manicure, there are also disadvantages.

• The cosmetic procedure is quite complicated and not all novice craftsmen can cope with the cutter on their own. Since the machine operates at several speeds, which are used to process certain areas, skill is required to set them. Without experience in operating a router, you can injure the plate and make transverse or longitudinal grooves on it. In addition, the procedure can be unpleasant and painful if done incorrectly.
• Such a manicure does not guarantee complete "cleanliness", which is achieved with the trimming method. Since the skin does not steam, it is almost impossible for a master to remove the entire cuticle with the help of a router.
• You can not use hardware manicure for girls whose marigolds are too neglected and unkempt.

Before proceeding with the independent processing of marigolds using the hardware method at home, you must have a certain set of tools and auxiliary materials. Since the procedure is carried out by a typewriter, it is necessary to select a convenient model in advance and learn how to use it. The device is sold with two types of motors.

• Collector type. Consists of several brushes responsible for the reverse motion. The disadvantage of such motors is that they run slowly and nail dust quickly collects inside the fan. In addition, they often break.

• Brushless type. It differs in that it does not include brushes, but special electronic sensors that control the supply of current. Such devices are characterized by long-term operation, they are silent and fast.

If hardware manicure is planned to be carried out for the first time at home, then it is recommended to purchase machines with a collector motor, since they are cheaper and allow beginners to gain experience. In addition to the manicure apparatus, you must also have the following additional tools:

• pusher or orange sticks (they push back the cuticle);
• dust brush;
• nail file (ceramic or glass) with a hardness of 240 grit;
• desktop vacuum cleaner.

Depending on the type of processing of marigolds, it is necessary to select cutters. They are made from different materials and differ in purpose. Typically, a classic set should consist of the following cutters.

• Diamond. They are used to work with the most delicate areas of the skin, as well as to correct the ends of the plates and remove the cuticle. Diamond cutters are efficient and expensive. Due to diamond spraying, they provide not only preventive care, but also allow you to correct the irregularities of the marigolds.

• Ceramic. Such nozzles are much harder than diamond ones and are used to work with problem areas. Usually, craftsmen use ceramic cutters to remove calluses and rough areas. They are available in various grain sizes from 100 to 400 microns.

• Reverse cone. This attachment is necessary for preparing the plates for a French manicure, as it makes the tip of the nail even and without changes in height.

• Ball boron. It is used when it is necessary to get rid of build-ups and small cracks. If there are stripes with rough skin around the nail, such a tool is almost irreplaceable. It ideally cuts the hardened epidermis without damaging the stratum corneum.

Manicure using hardware processing is performed in the same way both in beauty salons and at home. Inexperienced craftsmen who are doing the procedure for the first time need to know certain rules. To avoid cutting the skin and damaging the plate, it is important for them to consider the following points:

• the handle of the device should be held firmly, this minimizes its vibration;
• do not press the nozzle tightly against the plate;
• during the procedure, you need to maintain an angle of 45 degrees, especially for the correction of lateral zones and hardened areas;
• the nozzle must be smoothly moved from the center to the edge and not linger for a long time in one area;
• it is recommended to start work with the minimum speed of the device.

Before starting a hardware manicure at home, you need to carry out a number of preparatory measures. First, the nail plates are cleaned of the old coating using special tools. Experts recommend cleaning with gentle preparations that do not include acetone. Before the procedure, hands must be clean and dry, they cannot be steamed in baths. Therefore, it is enough to wash the skin with soap and water and dry well.

The process of performing hardware manicure at home is considered difficult, but any girl who wants to can quickly get used to this technology and do it for herself. The main thing is to carry out the procedure correctly and in stages. For novice masters, the following step-by-step instructions will help with this.

• First, the prepared fingers need to be processed with medium-hard cutters. They remove dry areas of the epidermis and clean the lateral ridges around the marigold. In addition, calluses on the palms should be eliminated with gentle attachments. Medium abrasive drum cutters are ideal for this. You can also remove dead cells of the epidermis using a spherical nozzle.

• Then you can proceed to the correction of the shape and length of the plates, using trapezoidal and cylindrical nozzles.If the design provides for a short length of the marigold, then it is necessary to leave a small tip of 2 mm.

• Further, the nail surface is polished with special cutters. During the procedure, do not allow the edge of the nozzle to touch the nail, otherwise the plate can be scratched. To avoid damage to the horny plate, the nozzle should be moved from the center to the sides and not stayed for a long time in one area.

• Then with a brush they clean the nails from dust. In the event that decorative design is not provided for by manicure, nourishing oil is applied to the nail and cuticle area. If you plan to create a design, then a similar procedure is carried out at the end of it, since the cream and fatty oil will worsen the adhesion of the nail surface to the varnish.

In addition, it is important for inexperienced craftsmen to take into account the following nuances in their work:

• the handle of the apparatus when processing marigolds should be carried out from the center of the cuticle to the lateral edges;
• it is necessary to hold the device conveniently, like a ballpoint pen;
• to care for delicate areas, it is allowed to use nozzles with only low and medium abrasiveness;
• it is recommended to run the device at a speed of 12 thousand to 15 thousand o / s;
• to avoid burning, processing must be done carefully and not at one point;
• During the session, it is important to ensure that the rotating cutter does not touch the plate.

The key to beautiful marigolds is considered not only a properly done manicure, but also caring for them after this procedure. Therefore, in order to preserve the effect of grooming for a longer time, you must follow simple rules.

• It is best to remove the overgrown length of the plates with a glass nail file or tools on a rubber or cardboard base. Such nail correction is considered gentle and does not harm the surface. It is recommended to file the marigolds in one direction and in a dry state.

• The cuticle grows more slowly after hardware manicure, but this does not mean that it should not be processed at all. From time to time, the cuticle must be lubricated with a special emollient and pushed to the base with orange sticks. In addition, it is important to promptly remove burrs and dead skin along the edges of the finger using tweezers. This should be done carefully so as not to damage the healthy epidermis and cause inflammation. Otherwise, the manicure will be ruined and it will be possible to correct the situation only after a few days.

• When performing nail design, it is worthwhile to take responsibility for the choice of varnishes. It is advisable to purchase funds from well-known brands. Periodically, the marigolds need to be given rest and left unpainted. Frequent use of dark varnishes can also cause yellowing of the marigolds. To prevent this, the treated plate must be covered with a protective base and when removing the varnish, use preparations that do not contain acetone.

It became possible to get the perfect manicure at home with the help of the hardware nail treatment technique. At the moment, there are many interesting types of nail art that are easy to do on your own. The following design options are very popular with modern girls.

• Short manicure. It can be complemented with delicate floral motifs. This design is always in fashion and goes well with any outfit. To create a romantic image, it is enough to carefully machine the nails with a machine and apply a beautiful ornament with a brush or through a stencil.

• Sports. A similar manicure, as a rule, is chosen by girls who often visit gyms.The short length of the plates and the absence of rhinestones are not considered a sign of lack of originality. In this case, you can apply a play of bright colors and apply unusual curly drawings.

• Monochrome. In this nail art, the main emphasis is on color. A huge selection of palette allows you to create an interesting manicure. In this and the next season, yellow and green colors are in vogue. At the same time, for an average length of marigolds, an almond-shaped or oval shape is well suited. Contrasting shades also look good on squares.

• Stamping. Pictures of any design can be easily applied to the medium length of the plates. Both monochrome and multi-colored drawings are in great demand among fashionistas.

• Velvet. After the hardware procedure, the nails are often decorated with acrylic powder. This performance looks gorgeous and stylish. For a summer manicure, it is best to choose a voluminous design and a bright glossy finish; in winter, you can decorate the plates with warm flowers applied in the form of knitted patterns.

• Long manicure. It is usually chosen for weddings and special occasions. The shape of the plates can be different, but stylists advise giving preference to the ballerina, almond-shaped and oval. In summer, contrasting colors and painting in the form of fruits are suitable for design; in winter, you can draw snowflakes and add glitter to the manicure.

• Metallic. It is considered ideal when creating an evening look. In such nail art, the use of "broken glass", foil, mirror powder is allowed. The main thing is that the marigolds shine and shimmer in shades in the light.

• French. This is a classic type of manicure that will always be fashionable. To obtain a perfect insert surface, you need to perform a thorough grinding with cutters. As for the color scheme, the traditional white color can be replaced with brighter shades. An interesting solution will also be the design of the tips with several colors.

Today there are several technologies for performing manicure at home, but the hardware method has become especially popular among them. The fair sex appreciated it, as it allows you to painlessly and safely remove calluses, rough skin and cuticles. Unlike edging technology, hardware manicure completely eliminates cuts and trauma. In addition, the ladies noted that such a correction lasts longer.

Young mothers who do not have free time to visit salons are also satisfied with this procedure. Having a simple set of tools and a clipper, they can tidy up the nails on their own and enjoy the effect of grooming for a long time. The girls who are constantly traveling and cannot get to the master for a manicure in a timely manner also left positive reviews. They successfully carry out the procedure on their own.

You will learn how to do hardware manicure in the video below.