Stylish design options for mirror manicure and the rules for its application

A beautiful nail design can be done not only in the salon, but also independently at home. An example of this can be a mirror manicure, which is characterized by an unusual shine and is ideal for any image chosen by a girl. With the help of reflective varnish, special stickers and foil, it turns out to create an unusual nail art that favorably emphasizes the shape and length of the nails.

Mirror manicure is most often used on medium to long nails, but it looks good on short nails too. To make a stunning mirror effect on the nails, it is best to choose the oval and almond-shaped nail plates, but if the girl loves "squares", then it is recommended to smooth their corners. As for the colors, blue, white, purple and pink shades are very popular this season. Shine in a mirror manicure is created using various techniques and materials; rhinestones, colored crystals and shimmering dusting are also used as decoration.

Among the many design ideas, gold nail art takes special attention. It goes well with all tones, suitable for both special occasions and for a daily look. Nails in this design look not only original, but also attract the attention of others. In the mirror gold manicure, there are simultaneously notes of modernity, minimalism and elements of the east. Today it can be performed in the following versions:

• using pastel shades and adding sparkles;
• in a plain mirror style or with patterns;
• in a multi-colored combination with the use of glittering powder and varnish.

The design in such a manicure provides for the presence of clear proportions. Decorations in the form of drawings, confetti and the effect of "broken glass" can make it attractive. For painting, you need to choose beautiful flowers, ribbons, geometric shapes and abstraction. Depending on the purpose of the manicure, it can also be diluted with combinations of transparent and monochrome coatings, modeling elements. For the fair sex who love delicate shades, the right choice would be:

• trendy gold design in pastel colors, where the emphasis is on one or more fingers;
• decoration of nails with beads and rhinestones;
• monochromatic coating without decor;
• combination of monotonous gold with a shiny "moon".

For owners of short nails, a mirror manicure with gold openwork patterns or a triangular jacket is suitable. Nowadays, gold stripes, dots and zigzags on one of the fingers are considered a real hit. When choosing a style for an oriental theme, it is necessary to give preference to black and pink colors. They paint the plate up to half and insert a mirror strip of gold.

Girls with long nails can experiment with leopard prints, gold monograms and sequins. Mirror manicure looks original, in which there is a combination of blue and white, and the frame is made with gold stripes and rhinestones.

Often, to create an original look, ladies choose a mirror manicure with a metallic effect. The main feature of this design is that the outer covering on the nails simultaneously resembles a smooth mirror and shimmery metal. For this manicure, the length of the nail plate should be taken into account: for short nails it is advisable to use light shades, and for long ones - brighter and more saturated colors.

Mirror manicure "metallic" is created using a special metal rub, which gives the surface a slight matte finish. To make the design not too "cold" and strict, this rubbing is performed only on one or two fingers. In this case, a manicure with a metal rub can be softened by using a light varnish-gel as a substrate.

Mirror nail art with pearl rubbing is considered a real work of art. It allows you to fill the image of a girl with tenderness and romanticism, therefore, as a rule, brides choose this design. Noble shine and soft overflow of paints looks great on the hand and in an original way emphasizes any shape and length of nails. The mother-of-pearl veil makes the manicure look chic and rich, there are notes of magic in it.

In this and the next season, pigments called "chameleons" are widely used. A special powder is applied to the mirror surface and provides a double overflow that can change its color depending on the angle of view. Today there is a huge selection of pigments, they all differ in overflow color. So, for example, many girls prefer chrome-chameleon for manicure, called "May beetle". It is considered the most expensive and belongs to the premium pigments, since it contains finely ground particles with a pronounced metallic sheen.

You can also create an unusual play with paints with the help of a mirror rubbing "rainbow". It is distinguished by its multicolor overflow and can acquire green, pink and blue hues. Such a manicure in gold design looks beautiful. Thanks to the pigments, it acquires a beautiful dark tint.

If women of fashion want to impress others with a manicure with the effect of the northern lights, then it is recommended to choose the pigment "Aurora".

A bright spectral overflow can also be obtained with the help of holographic rubbing.

The mirror surface on the nails can be either monochromatic or decorated with other types of coatings. To feel like a real queen, it is enough to decorate the manicure with rhinestones, unusual patterns.

Special stickers-strips or stones with colored overflow will help to add mystery to the image.

The combination of marble and mirror manicure is also very popular, for the creation of which a special technique is used.

A jacket with a mirror effect is considered no less successful. It looks elegant and stylish. Various types of coatings can be used for this design, combining matt and bright gloss. With the help of rubbing, a beautiful mirror manicure with a metallic overflow is obtained, which is in perfect harmony with the moon manicure.

Mirror manicure can also be created from a combination of gel polish and colored foil. An unusual solution is a matte mirror surface and bright glitter inserts. Matte and glossy surfaces are also well combined in this design.

Before you start the procedure for creating a fashionable mirror manicure, you need to prepare a special varnish, decorative elements and all the tools. At the same time, if nail art will be performed at home for the first time, then it is advisable to invite an assistant, since it is difficult to cope with the right hand alone. Such a manicure is done step by step and consists of several stages.

• First of all, you should do the traditional processing of nails using hardware or edging technology. In addition to the nail plate, special attention should be paid to the cuticle and the skin of the hands. The mirror design does not tolerate irregularities and defects, as they will be immediately noticeable. Therefore, the marigolds need to be given an even shape and the burrs removed. If there are natural imperfections on the nail plate, then they can be hidden with a small ornament made of foil.
• After that, a base is applied to the nails, which is used as a varnish. It is matched to the appropriate foil tone. In the event that the design provides for the use of several types of colored coatings, then the shade of the base base should be combined with them. Coloring is done carefully, leaving no gaps. The nails are decorated and covered with a colorless protective coating.
• When the sticky layer is dry, small strips of colored foil are applied to it. To create a beautiful ornament, it is recommended to straighten the foil sheets with an orange stick. After a few minutes, the strips are torn off the nail and continue to work with other fingers.

You can also create an unusual mirrored manicure with reflective polish. To carry out the procedure at home, you will need foil varnish. It is composed of many reflective particles and provides a delicate glossy finish to your nails. The technique of applying varnish is simple and it is performed as follows.

• First, the nail plate is cleaned of the old coating and degreased. Then a bottle of varnish is taken and shaken thoroughly. This is done so that the varnish acquires a uniform thickness and is easy to apply. The coating is distributed over the nail consistently and neatly.For this, it is recommended to use a hard and even brush.
• Then, with the help of a corrector, excess varnish is removed. After the first layer has dried, the second can be applied.
• The manicure ends with the application of a fixative.

Many girls also create their own original mirror manicure using stickers. For him, you will need to prepare a buff, a solution for removing varnish, cotton swabs and a special adhesive tape. Before starting the procedure, you need to well relax your hands in a nutritious bath, clean the nail plate, remove burrs and align the shape of the nails.

Next, the nails are degreased. The film is selected according to the width of the plates. It is slightly warmed up and glued, gently forming a coating on the nail with a cotton swab. The remains of the film are cut off with scissors. At the end, a firming gel is applied. It will help prolong the effect and beauty of your manicure.

Today, nail design is represented by various styles and design techniques, but at the same time, mirror manicure is very popular among modern girls. It has received many positive reviews because it is simple to implement and allows you to create beautiful images suitable for both everyday life and special occasions. In addition, the fair sex appreciated the possibility of mixing different surfaces in such a manicure. Ladies especially highlighted nail art in silver and gold colors.

Mirror manicure among brides has earned recognition. It allows you to embody any fantasy into reality, and the combination of different shades and compositions in the form of patterns, designs and sparkles gives the image of the newlywed an elegant and sophisticated look.

As for the bright personalities, they liked the play of shades in the design, which can be obtained from contrasting colors and special pigments. This nail art is in great demand among business girls who spend most of their time in the office. The mirrored design allows them to look austere and stylish at the same time.

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