French pedicure - ideas for classic and unusual design

Well-groomed legs, smooth heels and a dazzling pedicure that enhances the beauty of women's legs - this is exactly what a modern beauty should look like. Especially if she loves open shoes. A modern pedicure can allow even tired, swollen and calcified feet to take on an elegant and stylish look.

Thanks to the renewing services of beauty service, a modern woman can allow not only the classically monochromatic color of the varnish on the nails of the hands and feet, but also make the most daring fantasies a reality.

French pedicure, or, as it is called, "French pedicure" appeared not so long ago, but has confidently won the hearts of many fashionistas and even conservative young ladies.

Despite the fact that lovers of well-groomed feet were divided into those who prefer only a French pedicure and those who categorically do not accept it, this type of nail art has a huge number of pros and cons, so every lady has the right to choose a suitable nail shape for herself.

1. French pedicure is absolutely safe, which is important for foot hygiene. After each session, the cuticle at the base of the nail becomes thinner and has to be removed less often than with conventional nail polish.
2. The cost of such a procedure is not much different from a classic pedicure, so every woman can afford a newfangled design.
3. According to experts, the application of a jacket helps to strengthen the nail plate.
4. Visually corrects the surface of the nail in cases where it is not perfect.
5. For the procedure for applying a French manicure, no special skills are required at all.

As for the shortcomings, with regard to the French pedicure, it is the need to regularly repeat these procedures so that the cuticle is thoroughly softened. In principle, the stunning effect is achieved after the fourth or fifth procedure.

The seasoned and sophisticated French pedicure embodies the timeless classics - that is why the relevance of such a procedure grows every year.

A characteristic feature of this application of varnish on the legs is the coating of the main part of the nail plate with varnish in a natural color: pale pink, beige or peach colors, and the remaining so-called edge is distinguished by a perfectly even strip of white color 2-3 millimeters wide.

Such a French pedicure is suitable for any event in your life - whether it be a business meeting in the office or a romantic date. Your neat legs will be a delight in any situation.

Recently, the beauty industry does not stand still, and girls who like to experiment have the opportunity to try out French pedicure for nails in non-standard colors. In this case, it must be remembered that color variations are not as versatile as the classic ones: certain pedicure colors may only match clothes that match those color shades.

• Colored French - it would seem that this cannot be, because classics are classics, however, fashion designers offer this option: the base of the varnish is a bright shade, framed by a contrasting color, as a result of which a unique pictorial effect is obtained. Such a composition will ideally fit into the summer period in combination with stylish monochromatic sandals. Many masters suggest highlighting the thumbnail, decorating it with a pattern in the main color scheme, which will also give a fashionable woman a personality.

• French manicure with peas - professionals of nail aesthetics have considered this option for shocking fashionistas. In this case, the nail plate is covered with the main color, and peas of a darker or lighter shade are applied on top. Such a solution on the legs will look great at youth parties or fashionable parties.

• The so-called vanilla classic is also relevant. - the base color remains its natural color, and the border is clear and thin, right at the cut level.

• Antifrench, or reverse French is also becoming popular lately. In this style, the base of the nail stands out, most often only on the thumb. Lunula, or the visible part of the nail root, is highlighted in natural color, and the rest of the plate is in a suitable shade, it can be contrasting.

• One of the most popular nail decorations is a scattering of rhinestones at the base of the root zone of the finger. Depending on the client's preferences, craftsmen can offer both large and small stones.

• French pedicure with pattern only on the thumb is relevant for those with short nails.

The abundance of all kinds of colors performed by the French pedicure makes it possible for any representative of the fair sex to realize any fantasies. Professional craftsmen can offer ladies new fashion trends and "trendy" colors, so that they are not just owners of well-groomed and stylish legs, but also have a reputation as trendsetters in the beauty industry.

So, to apply a French pedicure, it is not at all necessary to use classic matte, white and beige colors. The more contrasting the shades of your pedicure, the more interesting the options for its execution.

• A pink pedicure is suitable even for not very grown nails - the white edging will emphasize their sophistication, even if their shape is not quite perfect. You can use red for the base coat, but not bright and defiant, but its light shades. This is a great option for both being at work and while studying.

• One of the successful design solutions for a French pedicure is the so-called European one - on a transparent or matte base of varnish, you can draw any element: from flora to fauna, and paint the border of the nails with the color that is the main one in the drawing. For example, a green maple leaf and the same headband.

• A colored jacket, using different colors of bases with a pattern on them, is a worthy and refined choice. You can use cyan, purple, green and orange if you prefer to surprise others. The edging of the nail can be made in white, or you can also use contrasting shades. For example, if the "main" color of the base is blue, then the border may be bright blue. A pale pink nail will be decorated with a strip of coral color, and an orange strip on the edge of the nail will accentuate the noble peach color. Bright red nails can be decorated with a silver edging - it will turn out noble and unusual.

• For lovers of oriental philosophy, you can pick up a beautiful Chinese painting. Extraordinary and mysterious hieroglyphs are displayed on a gentle pastel base applied to the base of the nail. Usually black is used to draw them. The design in oriental style will also be adorned with outlandish flowers decorated with rhinestones or sequins.

• If a lady who carefully cares for her legs can rarely find time to visit a beauty salon, then shellac with rhinestones would be an ideal option for her. A pedicure, fixed with a fixative, is dried in a special lamp, and therefore "wears" it much longer than that applied with ordinary varnish. Bright, neon colors will also look good here. For special chic, rhinestones are applied, only their sizes should be moderate, do not choose large stones, they can look vulgar and defiant. With the right instructed stones, your nails will look regal.

• Shellac also implies the application of an original drawing, although it will look like if the length of your nails allows it. Drawings are applied using a special fine nail art brush. In some cases, you can use ready-made transfer stickers or stamping - a method of decorating nails with a special plate with a pattern engraved on it. In this case, colors can also be combined or, conversely, set off the base varnish with a softer or richer tone. A two-tone pedicure is able to convey the personality of its owner.

• Recently, a French pedicure made in ombre colors has been very popular. A smooth transition from one color (mostly repelled from the base of the nail) to another leaves an unforgettable impression. Many professionals use up to five intermediate shades for this to emphasize the uniqueness of the chosen design. If desired, this technique can be applied to all fingers - start, for example, with bright red, and the color can turn pale pink to the little finger. Some professionals suggest performing this gradient in different directions: vertically, horizontally and diagonally.

• French pedicure made of two more classic colors: red and black is considered to be especially chic. This combination will make your image mysterious and even fatal. Edging with these two flowers on a transparent base will add a twist to your pedicure.If this edging does not suit you, play with these colors in rhinestones: black and red rhinestones can be laid out in an arched manner or "scattered" over the nail plate of the thumb.

• Don't forget about matte colors. Even if you choose bright colors, dullness allows it to be slightly "muffled" and your nails will not look defiant. With a matte pedicure, you can go to a party or to an official event.

The ideas of today's nail art masters cannot but amaze with their creativity and the ability to create, on a seemingly tiny nail, real masterpieces of art.

Let's go back to the same stamping - when decorating both manicure and pedicure in the same style, you can add special shine and sophistication to the lady who has chosen it. This technique allows you to create real openwork patterns on the nails that cannot be applied using hand painting. The stencils included in the stamping kit can decorate your nail plates in a variety of styles - from ethnic motifs to cosmic gyres.

Manufacturers offer today to use a special stamping machine in the work of craftsmen. - then the pictures are transferred to the nail faster and better. Various stamps can be used not only for the design of an ordinary pedicure, but also for applying gel polish.

This year, one of the fashion trends when applying a French pedicure is the use of geometric shapes, floral patterns, various stripes. It would seem, what is the connection between the style of French pedicure and the above elements? But beauty industry workers perfectly combine the classic white or black edging of the nail, while at the same time applying a floating butterfly, multi-colored diamonds or classic red poppies to the nail.

The classic version of a French pedicure on long nails is constant in its demand. In order for it to look natural and elegant, it is necessary that the nails are not short, but neatly trimmed. It is advisable to round the corners, and along the edging you can arrange a row of discreet rhinestones - in this case, your legs will look great. Do you want to diversify the classic version?

If you don't have free time or a salon procedure is too expensive for you, then thanks to the large number of French pedicure accessories, you can do it yourself at home. To do this, you must have the necessary tools at hand:

• convenient nail file for polishing;
• a special degreaser for nails, but if it is not there, use an ordinary nail polish remover;
• base varnish - white or beige;
• white lacquer for edging;
• comfortable cotton pads;
• fixer, ideally a colorless gel polish.

In order to start the procedure, you need to prepare your feet for it.

• First, we remove the remnants of the previous pedicure from the nails, and at the same time dirt and dust.
• We put our feet in rather hot water, in which we can dissolve special means for baths, or we simply soap our feet well. For the greatest effect, you can add drops of essential oil to the water to relax your tired legs and soften the skin.

• Gently clean the heels and feet from rough skin with a pumice stone or a special file for the heels.
• Wipe your feet dry.
• With pedicure scissors, we very carefully cut off the cuticles, and at the same time the barbs, if any. If the skin is dry and hardened again, you can repeat the procedure for dipping your feet into hot water.

• Use a special file to process the nails, giving them the required shape.Experts recommend not to round the nails in the corners, as this can provoke their ingrowth into the skin.
• If the heels are peeling, use a grinder (buff), which will remove such an unpleasant defect.
• At the end of the procedure, be sure to rub a softening or moisturizing cream into the skin of your feet - the procedure is pleasant and useful: your feet will become soft and tidy in appearance.

• After 10 minutes, when the cream is absorbed into the skin and it becomes dry, we proceed to the main point - applying varnish. Be sure to use a nail degreaser.
• Then - the basic base: we apply it from the center of the nail, following parallel to the previous strip. Everything must be done quickly, otherwise the varnish will harden and irregularities in the application will be noticeable.
• Now dry the varnish well.
• A special stencil is glued to the edge of the nail and white or another varnish of your choice is applied. If you have not done this carefully, you can wipe off the excess nail polish with a cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover.

• To make the French pedicure last long, apply a fixer on top. In this case, transparent shellac would be an ideal option - in this case, your feet will be well-groomed for a month. True, gel polish must be dried in a special lamp. The pedicure is ready!
• You can experiment with colors, and if you wish, apply any pattern with a special brush.

French pedicure at home will delight you not only with its sophistication, but also with the ability to do it when it is convenient for you. Well, show your creativity, of course.

For information on how to make a French pedicure yourself, see the next video.