Acrylic Nail Powder

Every modern woman wants her nails to be strong, beautiful and healthy. Alas, nature has not endowed everyone with such riches, so more and more women began to turn to strengthening marigolds with acrylic powder. It is worth considering in more detail what it is, to get acquainted with the advantages and disadvantages of this material and the principles of its use.

Few of us thought about the fact that acrylic powder has a wide range of applications. More recently, it has been successfully used in dentistry, leveling the surface of the filling. The substance is a synthetic polymer powder that hardens on contact with a special liquid called a monomer.

When the powder interacts with the liquid (monomer), rapid solidification occurs. This speaks of the need for both accurate and fast work at the same time. Otherwise, it may be necessary to rework a poor-quality result. A distinctive feature of this substance is its ability to fill even microcracks, due to which it is possible to restore a flat and smooth surface of the nail.

However, no matter how much one would like to use acrylic powder to restore marigolds, it is worth considering the limitations, since the material has its own contraindications. For example, if the nails are affected by a fungus, this strengthening is excluded. It is undesirable to perform such a procedure during pregnancy.

There are situations where the use of powder will not give the desired result. For example, it is useless to use acrylic powder to strengthen or build up nails with diabetes, intestinal diseases or hormonal system disruptions. The type of hygienic manicure for strengthening is also important. For example, with the cutting technique, which is performed with the removal of the cuticle with cutting tools, acrylic can be used only a day after the cuticle is processed.

Acrylic powder has many advantages. For example, due to its porous structure, it allows the nails to breathe, which is important for their growth and health. In addition, the hardening powder that coats the surface of the nails resists delamination and brittleness. It also protects the nail plates from environmental factors. The powder protects the nails from the effects of cold and ultraviolet radiation, does not allow them to collapse under the regular influence of household chemicals. A quality product in the course of work forms an even coating without any bubbles and irregularities. Acrylic powder is also good because it does not harm the nails themselves, which cannot be said about helium products. In addition, during regrowth, the natural shape of your nails is preserved.

This powder also has such advantages:

• powder is variable in color solutions, due to which you can give them not only a healthy look, but also decorate with texture;
• with a thin layer of application, the material looks quite natural;
• the build-up is amenable to correction, and both procedures are simple and do not take much time;
• material removal is quick and easy;
• the maximum wearability of acrylic powder manicure can be four weeks.

Today on the market of nail products there are a lot of low-quality powder, which is the cause of an allergic reaction. This causes significant damage to the reputation of the powder as a whole, because clients, having heard enough negative reviews, may refuse to use acrylic powder. In work, you need to observe not only the utmost accuracy: any deviation from the generally accepted technology can affect the nail and lead to damage or infection. Antiseptic treatment of nails and skin around them, in this case, is an integral part of the work process.

Acrylic powder is not an easy material to choose. Not every powder of this type is capable of tightly covering the plate itself without spreading over it. Often the powder crystallizes during work and does not lend itself to the manipulation of the master. Ideally, it should have a porous texture. When working with this material, the natural gloss of the nails disappears. It is worth noting the nuance that it will not work to make a perfect coating at home the first time. It requires at least minimal skills and practice. In the salon, manicure with acrylic powder is expensive.

Forming a greenhouse effect when layering on the nail, the powder can aggravate the condition of diseased nail plates. Regardless of the use of an antiseptic, in this case, it will become a catalyst for the development of nail fungus. This material is not a medicine or a disguise for problem nails.

You can use acrylic powder not only in the salon, knowing the basics of the manipulations, but you can also quickly master the technique at home. It is worth considering the main nuances of work for beginners, stopping step by step at each stage, which will simplify the acquaintance with acrylic powder. For this, it is worth preparing the following materials:

• manicure wipes;
• dehydrator;
• acetone-containing liquid;
• liquid soap;
• soft grinder;
• antiseptic;
• monomer;
• small capacity;
• acrylic Powder.

First, hands are disinfected by washing them with liquid soap. Next, they are wiped dry with a towel. With the help of acetone, get rid of the old coating. It is preferable to use a liquid that contains essential oils or nutritional components. If there is a hybrid varnish on the nails, it is removed with a special liquid.

Each nail is treated with an antiseptic. At the same time, it is impossible to fill the nails with the agent, since any antiseptic contains moisturizing components. The more of them there are on the nail, the more difficult it is to remove, and the coating will not be able to stay on such a basis for a long time. After processing, each nail is leveled with a buff (grinder). Do not use a coarse file, as this will cause grooves and protruding scales on the surface of the nail plate.

After this, the cuticle is usually removed and the pterygium is cleaned out using an orange stick. Excess skin is cut off with scissors, residual sawdust is first removed with a special brush, then cleaned with a dehydrator (degreaser). At this stage, preparation for applying acrylic ends. Further work will depend on the type of application of the material itself. Based on this, in addition to the acrylic and monomer itself, you may need: a primer (a special helium primer), a file, a keratolytic, a brush.

The scheme of work consists of the following sequential steps:

• the monomer is poured into a separate container using a small amount;
• the brush is dipped in liquid (monomer), the excess liquid is allowed to drain, or the brush is slightly squeezed against the edge of the container;
• a little powder is collected on the tip of the brush and wait until it acquires the desired appearance (becomes a plastic mass);
• the mass is applied to the nail with a confident movement, retreating from the cuticle no more than 1 mm;
• after drying, the unevenness of the work is corrected;
• the base surface is polished with a buff.

If necessary, you can reapply the acrylic powder. In general, the basic technique cannot be called complete, since almost always the female soul requires the maximum aesthetic appeal of nails, which can be achieved by coloring them.

With any preparation of the nail, it is important to understand that a lot will depend on the instrumentation. For example, you need to use nail files with different abrasives. For the edge, it is more advisable to use a product with large particles, to model - it is easier than medium, to polish - the smallest and softest, not rubbing the nails themselves. It is important to pay attention to the need to use a primer that will bond the acrylic to the native nail. The primer in this case acts like a double-sided tape, it can be used even for sensitive marigolds. Someone may need a pusher, cuticle softener, plastic tips.

Initially, the powdery powder had one color and was used mainly for building up, which was explained by its high plasticity and strength gain during the drying process. Nail service professionals have learned to use acrylic powder for damaged nails and even creative designs. In addition to artistic modeling, nail art in French design is performed with the help of powder. And also this material is used for further coating with gel polish. At the same time, the powder itself looks natural and aesthetically attractive. However, working with it may seem difficult, because you need to choose the right powder and follow the detailed instructions exactly. It can fill the existing microcracks and irregularities in the nails, prepare a good and strong base for excellent adhesion with gel polish.

The technique of strengthening nails with acrylic powder is needed if they are thin, brittle and do not hold the coating well. The technique significantly increases the resistance of the marigold to mechanical damage. At the same time, nails are not afraid of water, since the material does not soften in it even with prolonged exposure. It is advisable to use a medical mask, open the window.

You can strengthen your nails in another way. To do this, you first need to perform a hygienic manicure, align the length, make the edge identical on all ten nails, clean the cuticle and pterygium. After sanding, you need to apply a primer to the nails and dry it, since a lack of drying will cause any material to quickly peel off. After that, a monomer is applied to the nail plate, a pusher is taken in hands, acrylic powder is taken on it and sprinkled on your nail plate.

After drying with a brush, remove the remnants of the powder, begin to adjust the coating. If necessary, it is sanded and lightly corrected. Then you can cover the nails with gel polish. If you do not want to perform strengthening in this way, you can proceed according to the standard scheme. As for reinforcement without building-up, it is advisable to lengthen the existing length by at least 2 mm. This must be done so that the acrylic does not break off from the end of the nail. In addition, this procedure will prevent chips.

The process of nail extension with acrylic differs from the usual strengthening in that here you will have to not only distribute the composition over the nail plate, but also form an arch. It is worth considering that the difference can be the layer of applied powder, because it will depend on the individual characteristics of specific nails. To simplify the task, it is easier for novice craftsmen to use special tips or upper forms, because it's easier to build up the desired shape and length. In addition, the use of forms will reduce the duration of building and manicure in general. Do not use paper templates for the first time, since working with them is more difficult than with tips. The technique itself will require the preliminary execution of a hygienic manicure, and it is also worthwhile to select in advance the sizes of templates that are more suitable for your nails than others.

After that, first, a primer is applied to the nails, dried, then they begin to create a beautiful shape and the desired length, performing the following steps:

1. the brush is dipped into a monomer, then immediately into a jar of powder;
2. as soon as a plastic ball forms at the tip, it is applied to the inner side of the upper mold and a thin coating of the required length is created with pressing movements;
3. the material is distributed evenly on both sides, while leaving more means for forming an arch in the central part;
4. you need to try to make the acrylic composition come to naught on the sides, because with an excess of substance, it can crawl out of the form;
5. immediately after applying the powder, the form is applied to the nail and pressed tightly;
6. after that, the form is removed, the nail, if necessary, is filed and polished;
7. further, you can start painting and design on the accent nail plates.

If you really approach the issue of extension correctly, then you can immediately purchase a ready-made set, which includes all the necessary substances and tools that allow you to perform high-quality and durable nail extension. In this case, the same powder can not only strengthen or build up nails, but also make timely repairs or correction of the plates in case of material detachment.

One of the possibilities of acrylic powder is its decorative function. Today, on store shelves, this powder is presented in a variety of versions and modifications. For example, you can buy glitter glitter or so-called acrylic sugar. Powdered sugar can have different sizes of microparticles, due to which the professionals of the nail service immediately determine in which design it can be used. For example, options with a fine fraction of microparticles allow you to create various contours of patterns, and quite accurate and clear. The larger varieties are good for completely dusting the nail plates. Due to this, the masters create the effect of the play of different textures, which today is considered one of the trend trends in nail fashion.

Considering that acrylic powder is presented in a wide color palette today, then this opens up a lot of possibilities for design and creating volumetric drawings. For example, it is this material that is used when you need to create a knitted texture that is popular today. The whole secret lies in drawing some kind of pattern on the nail, for example, a knitted braid, and sprinkling it with powder, followed by drying in a lamp. By this principle, you can create various colored compositions and patterns. For example, a gradient created with colored acrylic powder will look gorgeous.

The original type of design is painting on a painted base, supplemented by rubbing. For example, it can be gold, silver, pearl, or even mirror pollen. The technology in this case will be as follows:

1. perform hygienic manicure;
2. a primer is applied to the nails, dried in a special drying device;
3. the primer is coated on top with a base, which is also dried in a lamp;
4. the nail is painted with a pigment (gel polish or gel); each applied layer is performed with sealing the end of the nail and mandatory drying;
5. after that, the painted coating is sealed with a top without a sticky layer;
6. then the top is dried and the desired pollen is rubbed into it using a finger or an applicator;
7. on the rub in, they draw patterns or flowers, lines, other motives, using a transparent modeling agent;
8. the nail is sprinkled with the desired acrylic powder and dried in a lamp;
9. the remains of the powder are removed with a special brush.

Removing the acrylic coating is easy. You don't need to pull anything off as this will damage your nails. To remove the acrylic layer, it is enough to use a special liquid in which the nails are soaked for about 15 minutes. After the required time has elapsed, the coating is removed with an orange stick. As a rule, the material dissolves acrylic well, so after 15 minutes it can be removed without much effort.

Experts working with acrylic powder note that in no case should you overexpose your nails in the solution, as this can cause painful irritation of the skin. More often, single wrapping of nails, re-use of cotton pads or napkins is extremely rare.

Acrylic powder is not a versatile powder that is used for all types of applications. In fact, there is a different powder for each function. It differs in the volume of release, particle size and often quality, which is noted by highly qualified nail service masters. The product that is used for sprinkling and building may not be suitable for decorating nails, and especially if you want to make a small pattern. In addition, powder can have a different texture. While one variety can be topcoated with a sealant, the other does not need it. The same can be said about polishing: this phase is not needed if a relief pattern is created with acrylic powder.

As for the material of the file, it is impossible to use a metal product in the work. When buying the right product, you need to carefully study its characteristics on the label. When the monomer and powder come into contact, the acrylic substance is compacted and dries quickly. You will have to work quickly and with minimal rubbing of the layer over the same place. It is worth noting the price issue, since often among cheap materials there are products that harm the skin and the nails themselves. And it is also important not to forget about the rest of the nail plates, because they can weaken from constant build-up and strengthening.

As one of the most talked about nail art topics, acrylic nail powder has received a lot of controversial reviews. Fans of this powder note the flexibility of extended nails while increasing their strength. In addition, they highlight the convenience of a translucent texture that allows you to adjust the shade of the powder. Women also like the possibility of partial nail correction, because it does not need to remove previously applied material.

In other reviews, negative aspects of the material are also noted. For example, those who got acquainted with this powder write that this procedure is not so harmless, since during it there is a high probability of infection with nail fungus. It is important to prevent air from getting between the nail and the acrylic.

How to strengthen nails with acrylic powder, see the video below.