Today, every girl wants to be unique, wants to stand out from the rest of the people. Almost all manicurists try to make their nail designs more memorable. But manufacturers of gel polishes every time, inventing new shades, want to pamper their customers. This is how a new and very interesting varnish appeared. Its distinguishing feature is that the set comes with a magnet, with which you can create various patterns of extraordinary beauty. The drawing depends on which side you bring the magnet to the nail. Magnetic gel polish designs in the photo can be seen in this article. By the way, it has a different name - "Cat's Eye".
Properties of magnetic gel polish
This type of polish is slightly different from the usual, it has a more viscous and dense consistency, and it also has a huge number of different shades. The creators made it so that on the nails it can last about three weeks, and possibly longer, but you have to make a correction due to the fact that you can see the regrown nail.
What creates the drawing
The composition of the magnetic gel polish includes small particles of metal, it is they who help create a pattern on your nails. The article will talk about this type of varnish. After the magnetic gel polish is applied to the nail plate, a magnet with various patterns is brought to it. The design depends on what kind of picture is depicted on it. The picture on the magnet will be reflected on the nail itself, the particles can be laid out in the form of stars, stripes and various patterns. They can change after the light hits it, if the nail itself is turned at a different angle.
Steps of applying varnish
This type of design can be done not only in the salon, it is also very easy to do at home. The main thing is to follow a few rules:
- Get a basic manicure. With a nail file, give the desired shape to the nails, after a relaxing bath, push back and remove the cuticles. Sand the nail plate so that its surface becomes perfectly smooth, if this is not done, the drawing may turn out to be ugly, it is likely that it will not have a smooth surface, but with tubercles.
- Apply base coat to the nail plate. It is advisable to do this in a thin layer, evenly distributing it over the entire nail. Thereafterdry in an ultraviolet lamp for about two minutes.
- After completing the previous step, you can directly apply the magnetic gel polish itself. Shake the bottle before use. This is done so that the metal particles from the bottom are evenly dispersed throughout the volume. If you have a question about how to apply magnetic gel polish, then a wide and comfortable brush will come to the rescue. When you have painted the first layer, bring a magnet close to the nail itself. The distance should be no more than five millimeters, keep it or drive it in different directions until the desired pattern is obtained. Then dry again in an ultraviolet lamp. If you do not really like the result, this procedure can be repeated.
- The final final step will be the application of the finish coat. After that, use a special liquid to remove the sticky layer. It can be applied on a napkin.
- Treat your cuticles with an emollient and moisturize your hands.
In order for the pattern to be approximately the same on each nail, bring the magnet from the same side. If it turned out that the pattern has moved, then it can be easily corrected if you bring a magnet to it from the right side. A rich “Cat’s Eye” design with magnetic gel polish can be done if you cover your nails with black before applying, it is advisable to take a glossy shade. After that, they will have a stunning view with an incredible ebb. Depending on the consistency of the varnish, the procedure for drying nails is different. So, if it is too liquid, dry separately. In thatotherwise, the pattern will not spread.
The result will undoubtedly please you, because you should get a unique design that will only be on your nails.
How to operate a magnet to create a pattern
In order to achieve a beautiful pattern on the nails, it is advisable to follow a few very simple rules:
- There are a lot of magnets for creating drawings on sale. Many manufacturers who produce gel polishes say that the magnet must be purchased from the same brand as the varnish, but this is not at all the case. Magnets are suitable for any gel polish that gives a cat-eye effect.
- You need to bring a magnet to create a picture immediately after applying the varnish. If you do this later, the metal particles will not move as much as if you do it right away.
- It is recommended to dry in an ultraviolet lamp one finger at a time, then the pattern will not move and will be evenly applied.
- As mentioned earlier, you need to bring the magnet no closer than five millimeters, this must be done carefully so as not to damage the coating.
- After 10-12 seconds the final drawing will be visible.
- If you drive the magnet over the nail, you will see how the image changes.
- Magnetic gel polish can be decorated with various accessories such as rhinestones and stones to make your nails more chic and attractive.
How to make gel polish last longer
To design thatmade with magnetic gel polish, made you happy longer, it is advisable to follow a few simple rules:
- Do housework with gloves that will protect your nails from excess moisture.
- Avoid getting nail polish remover and various solvents on your nails, this can ruin the design.
- Try not to scrape plaque on the dishes or any other roughness with your nails, use special brushes for this.
- After having a manicure, it is advisable not to go to the sauna, and avoid getting hot water on your nails for a few days.
If you follow these simple rules, then the manicure will delight you for a long time with the brilliance and beauty that were originally.
Magnetic pen
The principle of the pen is the same as that of a conventional gel polish magnet. Patterns with it can be displayed to your liking, if you try, you can even try to make an inscription. It is a little easier to use a pen, as it is more convenient to hold it in your hand, and it is also easy to draw a drawing.
It should be used immediately after applying gel polish, brought to a distance of at least five millimeters. Just like after a regular magnet, it requires drying in a UV lamp.
How to remove nail polish
You can remove the magnetic gel polish in the same way as a regular gel. To do this, you will need to go through several stages:
- Cut cotton pads in half, then soak in a liquid containing acetone. Wrap cotton around your nails.
- Secure with foil. This creates the effect of a bath, after which the liquid will penetrate into all layers of varnish.
- After about ten minutes, remove the foil, use an orange stick to scrape off the remaining polish from the nail plate.
- Treat cuticles with softening solution. Lubricate your hands thoroughly with a moisturizer, lubricate especially well near the nail plate itself.
After that, your nails will be free from dried gel polish, you can think about a new manicure design that you will apply in the future. Now you know how to do a magnetic gel manicure on your nails, as you can see, in some cases it is even easier than doing another type of manicure.
