What defines a woman's style? That's right, her appearance, selected accessories, clothes, hairstyle, makeup and manicure. It is difficult to imagine a business woman in a classic gray suit and with nails painted in poisonous green …. Well-groomed nails are one of the signs that a woman takes care of herself and her image. By the shape and nail polish preferred by one or another representative of the weaker sex, one can judge her character. What nail polish options does the beauty industry offer us?
Nail polish, its types and characteristics
There are several types of coating and each performs a specific function.
- Base - is applied to the nails and its main task is to level the nail plate and visually eliminate defects and irregularities.
- Decorative varnish - gives shade and is used for various nail designs.
- Fixer - its use is associated with the need to protect the previous layer from damage as a result of mechanical and chemical effects. For example, detergents and cleaners, as well as microscopic scratches and cracks, which no housework can do without.
- Fast drying lacquer - this product is usually used forspeeding up the drying process of the applied decorative varnish.
- Nail strengthening polish.
How to choose decorative nail polish
As we have already said, decorative varnish is used to give the nail plate any shade or to create a pattern. However, do not think that using the base, you can paint your nails with absolutely any varnish. Frankly cheap means will certainly cause harm, and the base will only partially mitigate this adverse effect. If you can’t do without a manicure, then get nail polishes at least in the middle price category. Surely exfoliating and brittle nails - this is not the limit of your dreams! Also pay attention to the size of the bottle. If you are constantly changing the shade, then it makes no sense to buy a large volume, it will simply begin to stretch and dry out soon. It is better to purchase several shades in small packaging. Thus, you will have more choice and save money. Nail polishes can be bought both in specialized stores and in large supermarkets, markets and small retail outlets. Preference should still be given to either cosmetic stores with a proven reputation or supermarkets. At the very least, they receive a certified product, and therefore, you are insured against buying low-quality products.
How to choose a shade
It all depends on where you are going to go with this manicure. Some lovers of painting nails withtime to collect a whole collection of varnishes. If you plan to go to a nightclub or a disco, then it is better to choose bright and eye-catching shades. 3D or holographic nail polish will do as they create very interesting effects. For a business dinner or to the office, no doubt, the best solution would be to choose either neutral shades or a French manicure. This is a win-win option for well-groomed nails and a neat appearance of hands, regardless of the style of clothing. For a romantic date, you can choose more gentle tones, and for a friendly party or corporate party - bright and extravagant. It all depends on your mood, outfit and the environment in which the event will take place!
