French manicure with shellac: design options and subtleties of creation at home

French manicure has been around long before shellac was invented. But this does not prevent modern craftsmen from making it precisely with the help of this resistant material. The choice of design is unlimited. Look at the variety of design options, and choose the one that is closest to you.

The main feature of French manicure is its relevance and versatility. Fashion trends replace each other from season to season. And only this type of manicure remains in the top always. It is suitable for both special occasions and everyday bows.

With all the necessary tools, it is quite possible to make it at home. It won't take long, but it will look great.

In the classic version (with a beige base), the nail growth line at the base will not be as noticeable as when covered with bright colors. Shellac stays on the nails for a long time, so this aspect becomes very important.

French manicure is self-sufficient in itself, but if you want to make it more original, then there are many ways to decorate and complement it. Below are just a few of the possible ideas and options, since the final design completely depends on your imagination and capabilities.

It can be done in several ways. Gold tips can be painted with a matching gel polish or coated with fine glitter. In combination with a neutral base, this option will look rather restrained and interesting.

There are no restrictions on the choice of shades.It all depends on your desire and wardrobe. You can brighten up your manicure with reds, or make it very cheerful with neon colors. The plus is that even the brightest and most saturated tones will be present on the fingers in small quantities. At the same time, the manicure will not be defiant.

If you have any favorite combination of shades, then it can be transferred to your fingers. This option is perfectly acceptable. Especially if one of the shades is repeated in your accessories or clothes. The main advantage of such a manicure is originality.

Nice name and no less beautiful result. The peculiarity of this type of jacket is that the smile line is an angle. The width of the fingertip strip itself can also vary. This allows you to create a unique design that meets exactly your requirements and ideas. The above corner can also be shifted closer to one or the other edge of the nail.

A tempting design that comes in several options. You can make the oblique line very smooth, or you can draw it in a straight line. The height and angle of inclination also vary. If you want to create a subtle accent, then draw a thin white stripe obliquely. Lovers of bright manicure should choose rich shades and a wider painting area.

With the invention of the matte finish for shellac, any shade can be transformed with little effort. The same applies to the jacket. In the absence of the usual glossy shine, it looks even more noble and elegant. But it should be borne in mind that light shades will quickly get dirty. But washing it is much more problematic than ordinary gloss.

If you have a bright summer mood, then why not reflect this in your manicure? In this case, it is not necessary to paint all the marigolds in flashy shades. It will be enough to apply a floral pattern instead of the usual white stripes, or decorate them with “fruit slices”. Such a juicy manicure is perfect for a light summer sundress.

French can be supplemented with exquisite patterns, which have acquired the name "monograms". Masters are specially trained in this drawing technique in courses. You can also practice at home on plain paper. If you are not confident in your own abilities, then use stickers or stamping.

What girl doesn't love these delicate intricacies? Today, they can be easily repeated on your own nails, even without special skills. To do this, it is enough to buy the appropriate stickers in a specialized store. When performing French manicure, only the tip or the main length of the nail can be decorated with them.

A trend that appeared not so long ago. Its distinguishing feature is black (or any dark) color. It is when drawing individual elements in these shades that the visual impression is created that there is a real veil on the nail. In order to repeat it at home, draw a black tip, then put black dots along the length of the nail in a checkerboard pattern and connect them with thin lines.

Their variety and colors are amazing. For complex small motifs, you can use stencils, stamps or stickers. But if you have the skills of an artist, then you yourself can turn your nails into a real work of art. Today there is a tendency to place bright accents on only one or two nails. So, the manicure does not look lurid.

On the one hand, peas can look very strict if done very large. On the other hand, small circles will emphasize the playfulness and lightness of character. The range of colors is also unlimited here. It is only worth noting that the peas should be either on the colored tip or on the main length of the nail plate.If you place it both there and there, then you can overdo it, then all efforts will come to naught.

It is difficult to name a manicure option that these bright pebbles would not fit. For more restrained everyday looks, it will be enough to make only a small accent with their help. But festive images require more brightness, therefore, in manicure, on a special occasion, they are present in greater quantities.

As we already wrote above, only the ends can be decorated with them. With this option, the manicure will look quite restrained and neat. But you can also sprinkle them on the entire nail plate. An interesting ombre effect is obtained if you gradually reduce their number closer to the base. They can also be used as a dividing line on the smile line.

The unusual name hides bright shiny small circles underneath. Such peculiar sequins, which are made of mother-of-pearl or shiny material. When properly positioned on the nail, they create a sun glare effect. Such a manicure will be relevant both for the holiday and for everyday life.

What color, size, and how much they will be located on your nails depends entirely on the desired result. You can draw (or glue) only one modest bow on your ring finger as an accent. And you can decorate all the nails with them, then the manicure will be brighter and more catchy.

These can be beautiful flowers, patterns, bows, stars or other themed designs. They are made from acrylic. If you do not have this material in stock, then you can purchase blanks in the store. In this case, you can independently repaint them in the desired shade that suits your style, or cover them with gold.

You can supplement the jacket with holes at the base. In this case, the tips and the wells themselves must be the same color in order to create a harmonious image.

If you are used to doing a manicure in the salon, then this question should not worry you. An experienced craftsman will not only do everything in the best possible way, but will also advise what shape, length and design to use. At home, you can also make this elegant version of the manicure. Let's analyze the step-by-step instructions for its implementation.

• Any manicure starts with nail treatment. In most cases, the masters do hardware manicure, but if this is not possible, then you can also perform a regular trim manicure. To do this, you will need a standard set of tools: a stick, a nail file, a pouf, scissors, a cuticle trimmer. Nails should be of the same shape and length. Even subtle differences in the final result will be visible. Before applying the base, the nails must be degreased with a special tool.

• Apply a colorless base coat. It will improve the adhesion of the main colored varnish to the surface, protect the nail from pigmentation and hide minor defects. Dry in a lamp.
• The base color is now applied to the entire length. In the classic version, it is beige or pale pink. You can choose anyone, at your discretion. Many beginners make a mistake at this stage - they leave the tip unpainted. If you do this, the smile line will be uneven. In addition, the border of the two varnishes will stand out strongly.

• Dry well in a lamp. It is this layer that requires a longer drying time, about 3 minutes. Shellac is applied in 2 layers, each of which is dried individually.
• We arm ourselves with a thin brush and white shellac. Gently draw a smile line and paint over the tip. The advantage of shellac is that if you don't get a straight line, you can erase it and paint it again. When using ordinary varnish, this cannot be done, since it can completely ruin it. Then you have to start all over again.
• Dry in a lamp. Apply a top coat. It will protect the base color and prolong the life of the manicure.Dry again in the lamp.

Matte French manicure looks very elegant even in the usual classic design. And all that is needed for this is to cover the usual jacket with a matte top.

Lace on the nails is the embodiment of tenderness and femininity. There are a great many options for its location and the weaving itself, so each time the manicure will look individual.

A floral jacket is more suitable for the summer season or seaside holidays. But if you pick up interesting accessories or prints in clothes, then you can easily wear it in autumn or even winter.

For information on how to perform French manicure with shellac in different ways, see the next video.