Brittle thin nails - a problem known to most women firsthand. What girls don’t go to for the sake of strong, attractive nails with a persistent manicure! Today, one of the most popular services in beauty salons is the strengthening of natural nails with acrylic powder. This procedure allows you to make the plates much stronger, and manicure - more resistant.
What gives acrylic reinforcement
Initially, manicurists used this powder exclusively for extensions, since it is quite plastic and becomes very durable after drying. It is precisely because of these properties that acrylic powder was eventually used to correct and "repair" plates, and then also to prevent peeling and chipping.
Acrylic application allows nails:
- look natural;
- stay strong for a long time;
- do not require special care.
You can do this manicure with your own hands. And if during the process of wearing the coating partially breaks off, you do not have to re-do the entire nail -it will be enough just to slightly correct the affected area.
And these are only the main advantages of the procedure for strengthening natural nails with acrylic powder. But it is they who are forcing an increasing number of women to resort to such a service. The procedure is especially relevant for girls with thin, often breaking nails.
Material features
Many masters notice that their clients can walk with a coating for different times: someone for several weeks, and some girls wear varnish for only a couple of days. Here, of course, everything depends on individual characteristics, but you can solve the problem with the same acrylic powder.
The powder will fill even the smallest cracks, level the surface and improve the adhesion of the coating to the nail plate.
Dignity of procedure
Strengthening natural nails with acrylic powder is a necessary and really demanded service. And all because the plates covered with this material look well-groomed and he althy. It is almost impossible to notice such a coating due to its natural appearance. Acrylic allows you to hide most of the flaws that cannot be removed by any other materials and methods. In addition, nail strengthening is absolutely safe for nails. But the advantages of the procedure do not end there, it has many more important advantages.
- Quality acrylic covers the entire nail. Such material will not spread and harden ahead of time, so it is very easy to work with it. Powder allows you to create a variety of designs.
- Effectivestrengthens the plates. If you wish, you can leave the acrylic without any decoration. After all, in any case, it will look neat and as natural as possible. In addition, the powder will fill in all the cracks.
- Helps nails withstand high temperatures. Whatever the load on the hands, the plates will not break and soften due to prolonged exposure to water and household chemicals.
- Natural nails get the oxygen they need. Under acrylic, you can apply a special composition with vitamins. It will provide the nails with the necessary nutrition and strengthening.
- Covering is easy to remove. To do this, you can use special solutions. But filing the top layer is not necessary, so the nail remains intact.
Cons of acrylic reinforcement
But despite the large number of important advantages, one cannot help but recall the shortcomings of the material.
- When using low quality powders, you run the risk of allergic reactions. And if the application technology is not followed, you can even injure the plate. So stick to all the strengthening rules, and the result will please you.
- Powder can harden too quickly, so you need to work with it very quickly. Otherwise, you will have to do it all over again.
- The material is contraindicated for girls with nail fungus. Such coverage will only aggravate the course of the disease.
- A pungent smell. Due to the specific pungent odor, malaise may appear. If you don't tolerate wellchemical fragrances, take the more expensive stuff.
- Powder eliminates the natural shine of nails. In other words, you can only count on matte designs.
True, all these disadvantages are insignificant if you do not have allergies. And if you plan to use acrylic for the subsequent application of gel polish, then the result will certainly surprise you.
Choose the right material
The choice of acrylic powder to strengthen natural nails depends on what specific result you want to get in the end.
- If you want to smooth the surface of the nails, fill in the existing irregularities, give preference to powder with a camouflage effect. At the same time, its shade should match the color of your plates. Nude colors with pink undertones are what you need.
- Which acrylic is best for strengthening nails? If you need to reshape the free edge or just strengthen your nails, arm yourself with a transparent powder. It is perfect for creating a classic French manicure.
- Planning to create a colorful design? Glitter powder or colored powder is perfect for this. In this case, the manicure is limited only by your imagination.
What you need for the procedure
In itself, strengthening nails with acrylic powder is not difficult to do on your own. That is why many girls prefer to carry out the procedure at home. After all, this way you can significantly save your time and finances. And in the process you only need a little patience, diligence and, of course, somewhat a set of tools and materials.
For the procedure at home you will need:
- liquid - liquid for creating a ball of acrylic, which will be applied to the nails;
- primer - a solution that provides reliable adhesion of the material to the plate;
- degreaser - necessary to eliminate excess fat and disinfect;
- keratolytic - removes dead skin particles;
- actual acrylic powder;
- easy to apply brush;
- nail file - with its help you will remove all irregularities and give your nails a beautiful shape.
In the room you will be using for your manicure, it is advisable to open the windows as the chemical scent can make you dizzy.
Preparing for the procedure
Before you start strengthening natural nails with acrylic under gel polish, you should properly prepare your nails. First, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and dry them well.
If your nails have varnish or any other coating, it should be removed with a special solution. By the way, acetone and similar liquids should be chosen with a vitamin content.
Then the nails should be trimmed with a buff or file and treated with a special disinfectant. This is necessary to prevent the development of fungal diseases and other problems. The cuticle must be gently pushed back with a pusher or wooden stick, and then applied to it with a keratolytic. Then you will need a sanding file. Try to choose an instrument that does notwill damage your nails.
There is always a thin fatty film on the plates, which prevents a good adhesion of the natural surface to the artificial material. She needs to be removed. To do this, you will need a degreaser - treat your nails with it and wait until it dries completely.
Now everything is ready for the main procedure. So you can get started.
How to use acrylic to strengthen nails
Remember: it is very important to adhere to the exact application technology of the material, otherwise it may chip and peel off during wear.
How to strengthen nails with acrylic? In fact, the procedure is very easy and will not cause you any difficulties, especially if you have already worked with gel polish or extension gel.
Step 1. Dip the tip of the brush into the liquid, wring it out a little so that no drops fall from it, and dip it in acrylic so that you get a small ball
Step 2. In just a few seconds, this lump must be applied to the plate and evenly distributed over the surface. Only at the same time step back about a millimeter from the cuticle. Your actions should be as quick and precise as possible, do not let the ball harden before you level the material
- Step 3. If necessary, repeat the ball manipulation. Dip the brush again in the liquid and then in the acrylic. Just remember thatstrengthening from building differs precisely in the thickness of the coating, so do not overdo it. Your task is to apply the thinnest, evenest possible layer of powder.
- Step 4. Now the nails need to be dried in an ultraviolet lamp. Acrylic usually cures within a minute.
Step 5. If you find irregularities on the surface of the nails, carefully file them with a buff or a finely abrasive file
That's all, the nails are ready for further manipulations. Now you can apply your favorite design or gel polish on them. Strengthening nails with colored acrylic occurs in exactly the same way. The only difference is that you can use a matte or glossy finish at the end to seal the result.
Simplified method of applying acrylic under gel polish
The first option for using powder is very similar in technology to extensions, and sometimes causes minor difficulties for beginners. But do not be discouraged, because you can do otherwise. If you use acrylic to strengthen your nails under gel polish, then there is good news for you: there is an easier way to apply it, which does not require special skill and experience.
Preparation of nails in all cases should be the same, and you are already familiar with it. But the process of applying powder looks different.
- Step 1. Apply primer to prepared nails and let dry.
- Step 2: Basecoat your nails with gel polish.
Step 3. Without drying the base coat, simply dust your nails with acrylic powder so that it evenly covers them. At the same time, no powder-free spots should remain on the plates. It is most convenient to do this directly above the jar of acrylic
- Step 4. Now dry your nails in a UV lamp. Usually, this process takes 1-2 minutes, depending on the power of the device.
- Step 5. Using a brush, remove all excess from the skin and cuticles.
- Step 6. Apply another base coat and dry.
- Step 7. Now remove the sticky layer from the nails and gently polish them.
- Step 8. On top, as usual, apply colored polish and top coat.
Conclusion
Now you know how to strengthen nails with acrylic. In the photo you can see the result of such a procedure and evaluate its benefits.
But do not forget that hardened nails need to be properly looked after, protecting them from aggressive influences. And to keep your manicure always fresh and beautiful, regularly make corrections to artificial turf.
