How to use a rub for a mirror manicure?

There are many different manicure techniques. Masters of the nail service can create a real work of art on the nails. Representatives of the fair sex try to follow the novelties of the nail design in order to keep abreast of the latest trends. One of the latest trends in manicure is mirror refining. This design looks very impressive and stylish.

What it is?

For a manicure "mirror-in-trowel" usespecial small powder. Thanks to him, and creates shine. As it already becomes clear from the name, it is rubbed into the nail plates. It is possible to take as a basis and a usual varnish, but is best suited for mirror manicure rubbing with gel-varnish. This design will last longer and will be more interesting.

It is sold in small jars, in whichyou can buy ordinary small spangles. Also in the kit is a special applicator, with the help of which this powder is applied. This powder has the properties of a reflective surface, due to which the mirror effect is obtained.

Nail Design Options

You can implement the following ideas for a "mirror-in-the-wall" manicure:

• add various sparkles of various colors;
• design "mirror effect";
• jacket, for which, unlike the classic, you can choose different shades and varnishes with different structures;
• imitation of the May beetle with the help of rubbing;
• "Northern Lights";
• creation of various drawings, patterns;
• neon effect.

You can find a lot of photos of manicure "mirror rubbing", which demonstrate the advantages of this variety in front of other gel-lacquers with a metallic effect.

Advantages of this design

Why is the manicure "mirror rubbing" popular with women of fashion?

1. For a long time, the color remains, even with frequent sunlight. Therefore, even during the rest at the resort, the manicure will remain as effective.
2. "Mirror" powder is not afraid of water and physical impact, thereby protecting the nail plate.
3. Rubbing is easy to apply, so even a beginner can make a beautiful manicure.
4. Absolutely safe for nails, as it is applied to gel-lacquer.
5. You can create not only a gloss effect, but also flicker.
6. Easily removed from the nails.
7. Low cost of consumables.

Manicure "mirror rubbing" can be selected to any image and create any patterns that will turn out to be voluminous and will look spectacular and unusual.

Types of "mirror powder"

There are several types of grouts that will provide your nails a terrific look:

1. "Mirror powder", or rubbing "metallic." Some to achieve this effect use gel-lacquers, but this result still does not work. Because because of the texture will not enough flat surface, as when using this paste. The quality material will be similar to crumbly shadows, the particles will be very small and weightless. Therefore, it is necessary to work with the "mirror powder" carefully.
2. Vtirka "marmalade", or multi-colored. He is referred to this coating, although, unlike others, "marmalade" does not need to be rubbed into the nail plates. The highlight is to create a matte velvety. With the help of multi-colored sequins, you can create a cute, gentle and airy image.
3. Holographic and dry glitter. Of course, there are other species. But for vtirki use is holographic. The technique of application is no different from the others.

These are the most common types, but the nail service masters are trying to find new solutions to create interesting drawings and patterns.

What is required?

To create a "mirror manicure" you will need the following tools:

• tools for manicure;
• Ultraviolet lamp;
• antiseptic;
• basic coverage;
• gel-lacquer of the desired shade;
• rubbing;
• finish coat.

The main thing is to get high-quality materials so that the manicure is perfect.

How to make such a nail design?

There is nothing difficult in creating a manicure"mirror gloss" - rubbing is easy to use. The basis will be taken gel-lacquer, as the effect on the nails will last longer. Below, instructions will be given on how to do a mirror-on manicure:

1. Preliminary need to treat the nail plates. On the quality of the preparatory work, the quality of the manicure itself depends. It is necessary to carefully treat the skin around the cuticles. In this case, it is impossible to make an edging manicure and steamer trays. To remove dead particles, it is necessary to take a special remedy, and cuticles to remove using a special stick.
2. Then proceed to grinding the nail plates. It is necessary to remove the natural shine of the nails. To do this, you need to take a soft buff - then the gel-lacquer will lie more flat on the nail plate.
3. Hand and tools must be treated with an antiseptic.
4. Then the base coat is applied to the nails.
5. Nail plates are covered with gel-lacquer of the desired color. It is very important that the applied layer is not thicker than the previous one.
6. Next, the drying of the varnish in the UV lamp is done.
7. The most interesting and important stage in themanicure is the application of a trowel. Do not remove the sticky layer - the powder is rubbed into it. It is applied by a special applicator. You can use a brush - in the process the girl will determine what is more convenient to apply. This procedure is not fast, as it should be applied smoothly and not in a thick layer, but it should be quite dense. You need to put paper under your hands, this is done so that the surplus cover does not have to be collected all over the floor.
8. After applying the vtirki hands are placed in the UV lamp for 2 minutes.
9. Then the nails are covered with a coating to give a glossy luster.

Important nuance: if you use a regular varnish as a coating, you do not have to wait until it completely dries. There is nothing complicated in the technique of rubbing, the main thing is not to rush and monitor the uniformity of applying the powder to the nails.

Features of this manicure

In order for this design to turn out to be qualitative and aesthetic, it is necessary to take into account the important nuances of this technique:

1. The main thing in this manicure is a uniformapplication of powder. Many people try to rub the product, after waiting for complete drying or immediately after coating with varnish. This is by no means necessary, otherwise you can ruin the whole manicure. It is necessary to wait, when the coating dries, but retains another sticky layer. Another important basic point - the surface of the nail should be perfectly even, and the lacquer should be laid evenly. Therefore, grinding of the nail plate is mandatory.
2. There are no specific recommendations for the selection of colors. But the use of powder of different shades will be very beautiful.
3. Do not be afraid to experiment. A very unusual look is the "mirror inlay" manicure with a design, it can be a 3D drawing, a neon cover.

If you take into account all the recommendations, the nails will look beautiful, stylish. And this manicure will suit any style and it will be appropriate to look at any event and in any image.

The most popular options

You can find a photo of the nail polish "nail polish" with the brightest, rosy ideas. But the most favorite are the following:

• "Prism" - it is done usingholographic sequins. Thanks to this, the 3D effect is achieved. On the nail, rainbow overflows are obtained and a feeling of an even surface is created. This rub is looked like iridescent mother of pearl.
• "May bug", or another name - "chameleon". Used colors and overflows are similar to the body of a May beetle. Most often choose to rub in dark shades of golden and green. If you look at the nails at a certain angle and light, they seem purple. For a basis it is possible to choose a varnish of any bright shade. The manicure will turn out to be rich, unusual and spectacular.

Manicure using foil

Some women do notlimited to a "mirror powder". The most common alternative is foil. This option will require more effort, but the effect will be as fashionable as when using a wipe.

You will need besides standard toolsfor a manicure, a base coat, a background varnish still a foil and glue. Before the procedure, do not use a hand cream, as it will soften the nail plate and the varnish will lie worse. The foil should be prepared well in advance of the application of the manicure, because after the glue comes in contact with the varnish, it is necessary to glue the foil very quickly. Do not try to do several nails at the same time, because the result can be negligent. After the foil is on the nails, it should not be covered with additional varnish.

How to perform a manicure with foil?

Getting started is standard, as withusing a trowel. Nails are covered with a base coat, then they are applied with a clear varnish. After it completely dries, apply a second layer or glue for the foil.

Pieces of foil should be prepared in advance. They need to do a bit more nails. After it was applied to the nail plate, it is necessary to smooth out thoroughly with a cotton swab so that no bubbles or unevenness appear on the surface. And a fashionable manicure is ready!

To embody such a stylish and popular trendon the nails, do not need to have professional skills. And in order to get ideas for design, you can see a photo of a manicure. Vtirka "mirror shine" will make it possible to realize your most incredible fantasies. You can do as a monophonic coating, and choose the style of the French manicure.

When choosing a trowel, you need to pay attention tofirm and powder particles. They should be small and soft to the touch. From the quality of sequins will depend on how to get a mirror manicure. This technique does not require haste to create a perfectly flat reflective surface. Due to the variety of design options, the simplicity of the technique and the fact that the drawing lasts a long time, the mirror manicure has gained popularity and became a fashion trend.