Matteness is the main trend in nail fashion. If gloss screams and sparkles, then non-shiny nails with discreet dignity demonstrate self-confidence and elegance. Non-shiny nail polish speaks of a desire for naturalness, discreet but expressive beauty, commitment healthy image life.
Features of matte manicure
The matte finish resembles velvet or velor. It makes the color deep, attractive, alluring. Since non-shiny manicure is in fashion, salons have acquired a rich palette of shades, and choosing your color is now not difficult. To matte manicure was flawless, you need to know some of its features:
- The surface of the nail plate must be perfectly flat before starting work, otherwise Matt lacquer will reveal all the irregularities, which will hopelessly ruin the result;
- If a matte varnish is used for manicure, then it cannot be covered with a glossy topcoat, otherwise the matte effect will disappear;
- Matte polish takes a little longer to dry than glossy polish, so plan your manicure accordingly, or apply one layer of matte finish.
Modern products for non-shiny coating
For a velvet manicure, it is not necessary to use a non-shiny polish. There are other methods, including those available at home.
Top
Matte gel polish is not necessary to create a velvet manicure. A special top is enough. Nail coating matte top done according to the standard scheme:
- shaping,
- cuticle treatment,
- coating with two layers of gel,
- after each layer, dry the nails with a lamp;
- applying a matte top;
- removing the sticky layer.
A matte top will highlight unevenness if the varnish is applied incorrectly. Therefore, jewelry-precise coating application is required. Please note that the top coat will make the polish lighter.
Matte nails with gel polish
Matte nail polish, matte gel polish or shellac are available in an assortment both in beauty salons and in cosmetics stores.
Non-shiny varnish in dark colors looks especially good. You can choose a classic stylish monochrome, or you can combine a velvet base with glossy details, with a pattern:
- Rhinestones look impressive against a dark matte background.
- The use of two colors of sand varnish is laconic and stylish.
- The juxtaposition of velvet and glossy different fingers- playful and provocative.
- Also trending is one matte nail combined with four glossy ones. And vice versa.
Application of both glossy and sandy coatings is suitable even for official dress code. But in this case it is better to choose not bright shades.
How to apply matte nail polish? Just like glossy.
Transparent acrylic powder
Using acrylic powder is another way to create velvety beauty on your nails. Another beauty is that manipulations with acrylic powder can be easily done at home. At the same time, the velvety surface will be truly impressive. A coating of transparent acrylic powder is called “velvet sand”.
Acrylic powder is bought in cosmetics stores or ordered online. Consumption is economical, one jar will last for a long time.
Gel manicure is performed according to the standard procedure, but after applying the top, the nails are not dried in a lamp. Gently sprinkle acrylic powder onto the top coat and only then place your fingers in the lamp for 1 to 3 minutes. Then sweep away the remaining powder with a brush.
This option for creating a “velvet” manicure is so simple that even beginners get a gorgeous result the first time.
Dust
Matte dust, like powder, is applied to the sticky layer at the end of the standard gel manicure procedure. Only dust is poured on and applied with a brush. Then the nails need to be dried in a lamp.
Secrets of decorating marigolds at home
What to do if you really want a fashionable covering, but... professional tools not at hand? There are a lot of options for making a matte manicure without a matte top coat.
Using a grinder
Matte manicure can be easily done using a router or a regular buff. To create a non-shiny coating using a grinder, after completing the standard gel manicure procedure, you need to carefully remove part of it with a cutter or buff. upper layer top. Then it will turn from glossy to velvety. Upon completion of the procedure, wipe the nail with a sponge and disinfectant.
Using steam
The simplest matte manicure using steam is done not with gel polish, but with regular one. In this case, even a quick-drying fixative cannot be used. You will need to wait for the varnish to dry naturally. Actually, this is the only difficulty when creating a matte finish using steam.
So, you need to treat your nails and apply varnish in 2-3 layers to obtain a rich uniform color. At this time, the water should boil in the kettle. Immediately after coating with varnish, expose your fingers to steam. You need to keep your hands at a distance of 10 - 15 centimeters from the kettle so as not to get burned. One or one and a half minutes of steam treatment is enough. After this, we wait for the varnish to dry and admire the resulting effect.
Using corn starch
Corn or potato starch - cheap, accessible remedy, making the glossy varnish exquisitely velvety.
To make this magic happen, pour a little varnish onto the palette (regular varnish, not gel), add a pinch of starch and mix thoroughly. The varnish will become a little lighter and change its structure. Now you can apply it to your nails and wait for it to dry naturally.
How to turn glossy varnish into matte in a bottle
Since glossy varnish is no longer in trend, don’t throw away numerous bottles of your favorite shades. We need to turn the old varnish into a new one - matte. You can make gel polish matte using powder or non-shiny eye shadow. Just add a little to the bottle and mix well.
How to make a matte manicure last?
Durability is the main characteristic of gel manicure. Good gel polish Stays on nails for up to a month and looks fresh. In order for the non-shiny coating to please the owner for a long time, it is better to make it with gel polish.
Velvet manicure opens up a lot of new possibilities. If you make all your nails glossy and leave one or two matte nails, it will be unobtrusively stylish. Sand varnish can be coated, for example, ring finger with a wedding ring on it. 
Another one original idea- matte French. The entire nail should be coated with sand varnish, and the tip should be glossy. 
Glossy drops look gorgeous against a non-shiny background. It seems that the water has not had time to drain from the fingers. Fresh and original solution. 
Lace made with varnish using a stencil looks elegant on a dark matte finish. 
For a party or disco, you can get a manicure with rhinestones. Shiny pebbles on a velvet background look harmonious. 
The nail industry presented ladies with a gift in the form of fashion for a non-shiny nail coating - deep, expressive, stylish, reminiscent of both the sand on the seashore and the velvet of Scarlett O’Hara’s dress.
Any woman's look will not be complete without the right manicure. Hands should always look well-groomed and beautiful in any conditions. That is why women pay such attention to their nails, grow them, varnish them and take care of the skin around them.
In 2016, the world was amazed new trend manicure art - dullness of nails. To this day, this trend remains in fashion.
What it is?
Matte nail polish came into fashion in 2016 and remains one of the leading trends in nail design in the 2017/18 season. This design option can make the image more strict. Paired with sparkling accessories or sophisticated pieces, it can add a feminine and sophisticated feel. An excellent option is different connection matte finish with glossy details.
Stylists consider it optimal to use matte varnish along with the same lipstick texture. This will give completeness to the whole image.
To obtain a discreet and exquisite manicure You can use black, beige or grape colored varnish. Mint, pink and scarlet shades will make the image bright and memorable.
The main thing to remember when creating a velvet manicure is that your fingers should be well-groomed and your nails should be polished.
At the same time, you can create such a coating either from a specialist or yourself at home.
Matte varnishes, including gel ones, are less durable than their shiny counterparts. Therefore, in order for your manicure to last longer, you need to treat them with care. In particular, engage homework When doing laundry or washing dishes, you must wear gloves.
Features and Benefits
U top coating Gel polish may have different textures, but they all have a velvety and pleasant texture. In addition, tiny grains of sand or lint can be added to the composition of the product; due to the content of such components, the nail eventually becomes as if soft.
A special feature of using matte varnishes is the need to carefully level the surface of the nail. Unlike shiny varnish products, the velvet finish reveals any imperfections and unevenness of the nail plate that are not noticeable in the presence of shine. Be sure to shake the bottle before applying the top to evenly distribute the particles of its composition.
If you used a matte finish after applying a regular color gel, it can easily be covered with a glossy finish. In this case, the nail will turn out shiny. You can remove the shiny one in the same way. clear nail polish and get it again matte finish.
Using matte nail polish toppers you can create a delicate and weightless look. Beige, gray or black tones will look great. In addition, a velvety manicure can be mysterious and intriguing. You just need to use red, blue or wine varnish. This design can complement any outfit and be an excellent solution for everyday and festive use.
The arrangement of a matte coating with a glossy one also looks advantageous, the use various accessories, glitter, tints, applying prints of varying complexity.
Varieties
In order to become the happy owner of matte nails, you can use a special coating that creates the desired effect on top of regular varnish. Or you can opt for an initially matte product, a large assortment of which is available in each cosmetic store. Users note that such products may take longer to dry than their regular glossy counterparts, but it's worth it. When choosing a finish negative point is an additional purchase of another bottle. However, with its help you can transform any of the varnishes available at home into matte.
You can get a coating of increased durability by contacting a salon nail service. Thanks to the abundance of modern cosmetic products Any master can do a manicure using this technique. The use of gel polishes significantly increases the service life of manicures. However, it should still be handled with care as it is susceptible to chipping and abrasion. It is better to do household chores or gardening wearing gloves that can protect your hands.
When choosing a design, you can choose one of the options proposed by nail art masters.
- Plain. This standard option will perfectly complement any look. Pairs perfectly with any clothing. Can be used for everyday use, going to the cinema, theater or cafe. This laconic and stylish detail will make your look sophisticated. Can add newness and brightness if used, for example, yellow. A delicate and unusual look can be achieved using mint or peach nail polish. A bright tone can become a defiant accent or accompany some detail of your image.
- Delicate ombre shimmers loved by a huge number of women. This trend has not bypassed the matte design. Beautiful gradient on soft varnish it will look very elegant and sophisticated. This option will look best on long nails.
- Decoration with rhinestones or sparkles will be an excellent choice for holiday manicure. Matte will look elegant and discreet. If desired, you can dilute the laconic color with shiny elements. This will help add luxury and shine to the entire look. This addition will fit a cocktail dress or a long and elegant one, it all depends on your choice.
- Matte French with lacquered tips - a real challenge to fashion trends. Classic French having a light matte nail tip still remains in service. But this option, coating the ends with varnish of the same color, but glossy, creates a stunning, non-trivial effect. For variety, you can use some drawings or small rhinestones. At the same time, the color of the coating can be either dark or bright, and it will still look impressive.
- For those who have long been bored with the classics or for those who prefer non-standard solutions matte finishes can be combined with complex combinations of patterns. These can be combinations with gloss, sparkles, floral or geometric shapes. An experienced nail artist will skillfully help you put all this together into a single picture.
- Lunar manicure It has long become a classic, almost like a French style. Old proven solutions feel great in new versions. The nail hole can be coated with gloss or glitter, but this design will still look lively and interesting.
- Manicure imitating chrysoberyl reflected in a stone the strip of light is called " cat eye" Both the mineral itself and the pattern similar to it have what appears to be a narrowed vertical cat’s pupil in the middle. Such nail art itself is very popular; it can repeat any of the colors natural stone: green, blue, red, purple, brown or gray, black or beige, gold. The combination of glossy and velvet “cat’s eye” looks even more new, allowing the artist’s potential and your taste to be fully revealed.
Summer 2017 dictates to us new rules in the design of marigolds. When choosing a length, stylists adhere to naturalness, choose short options with a protruding tip no more than two millimeters from the fingertips. Neat in fashion well-groomed uniform. Rounded natural nails natural length can emphasize femininity. The oval fits almost all women, looks sophisticated, and is comfortable to wear. The almond shape attracts with the charm of the East.
Fashionable shades of this period: delicate pastels, such as cream or sand, peach and soft pink, imitating metal, bright red, blue or purple tones.
A combination of a matte finish with geometric shapes, as well as with straight lines directed in different directions, will look good. Flowers, which attract feminine natures, are also relevant in nail art. And the rainbow and multi-colored motifs can revive and give bright colors any day.
How to choose funds?
The cosmetic industry produces quite a lot of matte nail products so that every girl can find an option just for herself.
Among the products you can find matte varnish. Any cosmetic store has huge selection just such goods. A nude shade that matches your skin color and natural tone nails, delicate pastel options, such as beige, peach, sand or cream, metallic or bright colors. Using special products you can make velvet manicure in ombre, cat eye, French style.
If you already have an impressive collection of glossy options at home, it makes no sense to buy matte analogues. You can use a special top capable of anyone turn shiny varnish into velvety.
For special durability, you can resort to the help of a nail artist and make it matte. gel manicure or use Shellac. This coating can last on nails from two to four weeks. proper care. With a variety of products and skill, a specialist can create a work of art on your nails.
In order to create a beautiful matte manicure at home, you can use varnishes from the following manufacturers.
- Remedies from famous brand Avon for this purpose have the name “Matte effect”. They have a rich assortment. It's quite simple to use. You just need to apply one layer of the composition without using a base and wait until it dries thoroughly. In order to make the coating more durable, the manufacturer suggests using a special top product with the same matting effect.
- The Divage brand presents Just Matt cosmetics. The soft consistency evens out the surface of the nail plate, creating a perfect coating. The assortment includes a large number of bright and rich colors, which are constantly updated with new products that correspond to the latest fashion trends.
- El Corazon products are extremely popular among fashionistas. Have interesting colors and an assortment constantly expanded by the company’s specialists. Perfectly combined with sparkles, rhinestones and patterns.
- Products from Kodi are distinguished by their quality and special composition. Their advantage lies in the rubber content among their ingredients. This substance can make the coating elastic and dense, which prevents the varnish from chipping and peeling. It holds up well to wear for two or three weeks. It has a sufficient number of shades and proven quality.
How to apply it correctly?
Making a matte manicure at home is not that difficult. There are several ways to achieve a velvety effect.
- The simplest option- buy matte varnish at a cosmetic store. The assortment on supermarket shelves is amazing, so you can find something for any occasion. suitable remedy. Using this product is quite simple. It is enough just to apply a layer on the prepared nail plate and wait for it to dry. Be prepared for the fact that this varnish may take a little longer to dry than usual. Or use special chemical compounds to dry it.
- Mattifying top will excellent option for those who have a rich palette of glossy varnishes. There are formulations suitable for use on regular and gel coatings. When applied, they instantly create a velvet effect on the surface of the nail. This coating can transform any shiny product, even your favorite color.
- The last way Every housewife can use it at no cost to the budget. To do this, you only need a pan of boiling water. Nails need to be prepared for manicure as usual and the nail plate should be leveled. The regular varnish that you have chosen to use must be applied to the nails in several layers, achieving an even and dense coating without streaks or gaps. Meanwhile, water should boil on the stove, forming thick steam.
Immediately after the nails are varnished, they need to be exposed to steam. The varnish should not have time to dry, so this should be done literally in ten seconds. Keep your hands at least ten to fifteen centimeters away from the water so as not to burn your skin. You need to continue exposure to steam for at least one and a half minutes. Then, without blotting, you need to let the coating dry. After the water evaporates, a velvety effect on the nail plate will become noticeable.
This effect is especially noticeable on varnishes of dark shades.
After drying, you can further decorate the nail as you wish.
Remember that to create a beautiful velvety manicure, your nails need to be carefully prepared. The surface must be leveled and polished. Unlike their glossy counterparts, such products highlight any roughness or problem areas. Stylists note that a satin finish looks especially beneficial on short and medium-length nails.
Design ideas
Fashion trends modern manicure dictated by practicality and naturalness. Stylists recommend giving preference to the natural shape of the nails and medium or short length. Oval, round and almond-shaped nails will suit almost all young ladies, emphasizing the elegance of the fingers.
In fashion are combinations of matte and glossy finishes, floral patterns, geometric shapes and clear lines. New products regularly appear from nail artists and reach the masses.
Once again, when making an appointment with a nail service specialist, you should think about the desired design in advance, so that later you don’t bashfully hide your hands in your pockets or resort to the constant help of a French manicure. Fortunately, you have a faithful guide to the beauty world of ProstoNail, and ProstoNail has a million and one ideas in stock on how to diversify a boring manicure. New trend in the beauty industry - the arrival of matte textures, thanks to which matte manicure appeared. We hope that this simple but at the same time effective technique will not only strengthen its position in fashion, but will also win the hearts of new fans. And what? Even the most experienced ladies find it difficult to resist matte superiority. Down with the classics and monotony, it’s time to replenish your collection with a couple of fantastic designs in velvet.
Matte manicure with glossy pattern
Gone are those dark times when, in order to give your favorite product a matte finish, you had to hold your nails over hot steam for a long time and tediously. The modern beauty industry offers a thousand variations of varnishes, from a ready-made color coating to a plush finishing top. The choice is yours, and our task is only to demonstrate bright pictures for inspiration and stimulation of imagination. On the agenda is a matte manicure with a glossy pattern. Even familiar with him French manicure acquires newness and relevance.
Matte manicure with rhinestones
Girls' favorite shiny stones look spectacular against a matte background. Choose rich, dark, deep shade and inlaid it with Swarovski rhinestones or liquid crystals. Detailed technique We described such a painstaking process in this.
Matte manicure with glitter
The monochromatic, alluring shade of plush varnish is complemented perfectly with glitter. Large shimmering particles or small star dust, glitter decorative elements or funny colored confetti - freedom for a bright, young, confident girl, loving life and who knows how to create a holiday in the midst of the gray everyday life of the city.
Matte nails with rubbing
Manicure rub is a special type of ultra-finely ground mirror or pearl acrylic powder. It literally rubs into the coating, giving it a glossy or holographic shine. With this type of manicure, the main thing to remember is just a few subtleties:
- when applied to the nail, use ridge fillers - bases that smooth out the relief of the grooves on the nail plate;
- do not skimp on decorative pigment, otherwise you will get baldness in the coating;
- do not press too hard when rubbing in the powder, your movements should be progressive, soft and circular;
- use a matte top only on nails where there is no rubbing, otherwise the glamorous shine will disappear and the entire manicure will look ridiculous.
Lunar matte manicure
Lunar matte manicure is a beautiful and, most importantly, long-lasting option for decorating your nails. If you understand that your next visit to the specialist will have to be postponed indefinitely, then this design is an excellent solution to the problem. In addition to the durability of the matte finish, the hole can be left unpainted, simulating a negative space, so that as the nails grow back, they will still look neat and well-groomed.
Matte French
No one disputes the relevance of the basic nude jacket. But haven’t you ever wanted to change the usual, boring “office” option to a bright, catchy, trendy design? Then matte gel polish will help you. Neoclassicism at its finest.
Matte nail designs by color
Whatever one may say, the matte finish is on the crest of a wave. And it is luxurious in its simplicity, conciseness and novelty. In this case, monotonous, rich, deep colors look especially impressive, fully demonstrating their versatility. By exploring our photo examples, you will definitely choose a colorful option to your liking.
Black
How small black dress, and a minimalist black manicure will never go out of style.
Red
Classic scarlet color in clothes, accessories and manicure, it is relevant both at a business meeting and at a dynamic dance party. You will find more ideas and more inspiration for red decor in our.
White and beige
Snow-white laconicism is especially appropriate in seasonal, particularly New Year's, designs. Give free rein to your imagination and draw a snow storm on your nails, even if you don’t see one outside the window. About the subtleties festive decor you will find out on NG.
Blue
A stylish solution for everyday wear, especially in summer and spring, when the body feels an acute lack of color after prolonged cold weather. Cobalt, ultramarine or beautiful electric blue – the choice is yours.
Blue
A powdery, delicate and calm shade of blue is the best decoration for your nails.
Burgundy
Wine shade or trendy shade Marsala is an excellent solution for autumn manicure.
Grey
Gray is the new black. Especially for those girls who want to be on the crest of the wave. For those who value simplicity and conciseness. For those who believe that brightness is not the most important characteristic of style.
Pink
Nude, delicate and so romantic pink color looks even more impressive in a matte finish.
Green
All the juiciness of crispy greens or the richness of emerald tints in one color.
Bright
More colors, more richness in the image, more courage in expressing feelings. This is what such a manicure declares.
Brown and purple
Muted, noble shades that look advantageous in any outfit.
Orange and yellow
In case you are critically lacking vitamin D and the warmth of the sun's rays.
Turquoise and lilac
An option for spring, when nature awakens from sleep, and lovely ladies want to dramatically change their image. So as not to spend a lot of money on new wardrobe or don’t regret the hastily cut bob, we suggest you just play with the color on your nails.
Mint
A stylish solution for a summer pre-vacation manicure, in anticipation of delicious cocktails and beach flirting. As a bonus, this design will luxuriously highlight your chocolate tan.
With gold
By complementing light or dark matte shellac with gold elements, you end up with an elegant, sophisticated design.
Matte manicure for long nails
Matte manicure looks luxurious on neat long natural nails oval shape, and on predatory pointed stilettos. The main thing is to remember a few important nuances:
- light shades look especially harmonious when applied using the ombre technique, as they visually lengthen the plate even more;
- extended nails do not require a self-leveling base, so do not add unnecessary products, overloading the appearance;
- Various geometric designs look especially striking on long matte nails, which you can get inspired by in our;
- can't decide on a design? It's time to remember the delicacy of lace or the metallic futurism of foil on nails. The subtleties of its fastening are illuminated.
Matte manicure for short nails
Owners of marigolds that are minimalistic in every sense of the word have certainly been tormented by doubts more than once when considering the option of decorating a manicure. Let us offer our assistance in solving such an exciting problem:
- monotony at its finest. By covering your nails with gel polish of the same color, you will never lose in the “stylish battle”;
- conciseness of details. Opt for thin stripes shiny elements or miniature bouillons, but forget about large rhinestones or designs with patterns that eat up the length;
- A gentle French style is also available for those with short nails, it’s just that the smile line is drawn much thinner, following the natural curve of the nail bed.
Pros and cons of matte manicure
You can endlessly weigh all the pros and cons of a matte manicure, or you can try it once and fall in love forever with this precious, velvety texture that “collects” an image no worse than accessories or new shoes.
This is not to say that matte coating has just now become fashionable: it has always been relevant. After all, natural healthy nails they look exactly like this. In addition, men also take care of their nails, and when they come to a beauty salon, they are given a matte colorless varnish when treating their nails.
Not all representatives of the fair sex love bright gloss. Some prefer muted, velvety-like, neat manicure. The matte finish has its fans: this design is often worn by pop and show business stars and presenters of television programs.
In order to bring the idea into reality, craftsmen use cosmetical tools new generation: special coating- matte top coat for gel polish, which removes the gloss from the previous layer. With the help of this tool, it becomes possible to implement many previously inaccessible ideas.
Matte top brands
Let's look at examples of matte gel polish toppers that you can try.
Lianeil Matte velvet
One of the most popular and velvety. This is how it looks on nails.
Matte top Vogue Nails
Matte top Luxio
Matte top from Formula Profi
Matte top from Amy
Matte top Nail passion
Matte top BMG
Perhaps you know some more good companies matte coatings, share with us in the comments.
Matte nail design ideas
The combination of Swarovski crystals with a matte finish is chic. This design looks great. This is probably one of the most popular combinations in this topic.
A manicure that combines... different types coverings. For example, glossy and matte fragments on one nail in the form of patterns of the same tone can look unsurpassed. Gloss painting on a matte background, if you choose the colors well, can create a mood and give your hands personality. Black matte nail polish almond-shaped it looks strict and tasteful.
If you first cover your nails with cat eye gel polish and then with a matte top coat, you will get an original and eye-catching design.
The combination of a matte finish with velvet patterns and monograms on the nails also looks beautiful.
Even a French manicure takes on a special chic and velvety feel with a matte top coat.
Many women take everything into their own hands and do their own manicure, including all manipulations: applying gel polish, drawing patterns, decorating with rhinestones. For them, a manicure without gloss is not difficult at all.
What other matte design ideas can you use? This includes decorating nails with monograms, volumetric modeling and 3D decorations, graphic drawings and dots designs, translucent veil designs and much more.
The nail plate can be made in any shape, in accordance with personal taste, style, lifestyle: pointed, rectangular, almond-shaped, oval or short. And for each of them, a matte manicure will suit very well.
Nail design and color design– this is a separate topic. The main thing here is to show your imagination: modern materials allow you to realize any of the master’s ideas and satisfy any customer’s requirements. Today there is a huge range of coatings different textures, colors. And now a manicure without the usual gloss is quite in demand: it is very original and unusual.
Interesting video tutorials on matte design
3 ways to create a matte effect
Fashionable ideas and tricks with a matte top
Blurred outline effect
Hello friends! Unique matte manicure photo ideas for its design excite the minds of fashionistas all over the world from year to year.Among fashion trends in nail art, matte polish is one of the most popular.
It creates the effect of a sleek and sophisticated look on the nail, and when combined with a glossy shade it allows for an even more exciting monochrome style.
If you are still looking for new ones vivid images, then it's worth reading this article to the end and replenish your collection with new nail art options.
1.Advantages and disadvantages of manicure in matte shades
If you don't really like the glossy effect, then maybe the right choice. He is not only stylish and fashionable, but also the embodiment of bold and strong personality. Look at famous and confident ladies and see for yourself.
So, the advantages of matte tones:
- They have vibrant colors without the shine, making them a cool option for every day. Sometimes shades that are shiny and too flashy distract from everyday activities. If, for example, you like ordinary ideas neon colors, but needs to be softened bright colors for the office or college - pale varnish will give you this opportunity;
- The non-shiny finish is suitable for all occasions, be it official event or a party. Sometimes, as you get older, you can no longer use it too much. bright colors. Matte tones allow you to use different colors, but in a less flashy and obvious form;
- Creative nail art ideas look better on matte nail colors. They are stronger and more durable than glossy options;
- Large palette of colors;
- Quick drying;
We cannot remain silent about the disadvantages:
- It is not possible to use a fixative that gives shine, since the entire matte effect will be destroyed and, as a result, this beauty not durable;
- Try not to let your nails come into contact with aggressive environments and substances that have a detrimental effect on the polish;
2.Step-by-step method for creating a matte home manicure
Want to add to your stylish appearance beauty and glamor? Well, then I suggest that you try to create a dull but unique manicure without leaving your home. How do you like this idea?
Want to know how? Then do not miss this opportunity by reading further this article, where step by step it will be shown how to create and see its photo of the new 2017 product.
The first thing you should do is prepare all the materials you will need:
- Basic clear and multi-colored varnishes of your choice or gel-la;
- Potato or corn starch or baby powder (talcum powder) or a special dull coating or a container of water (to create steam);
- Nail polish remover;
- Brush and small container;
Instructions:
- Step 1. If you have all the materials, then apply the first base coat. Remember that before application, nails must be spotlessly clean and free of grease, perfectly smooth and with processed cuticles.
- Step 2: Now you must wait for the applied base coat to dry completely before moving on to the next step in creating the design.
- Step. 3 As a matter of principle, we don’t buy matte varnish, but let’s try to make it ourselves:
- First, pour some of your chosen polish into a container and add talcum powder and a few drops of nail polish remover. Mix all the products with a brush and stir until a kind of compact and thin paste is formed.
- Transforming any glossy nail polish into a dull one will take just a few minutes and will allow you to get a manicure with a twist and in accordance with the latest trends.
- Step 4. So, the mix is ready, you just have to apply thin layer on your nails. You need to let them dry naturally or speed up the drying process with special devices, for example, using jets of cold air from a hairdryer.
- After drying, some time will pass, and you will see that your nails have the desired matte effect, and the shiny one has completely disappeared. Then we repeat the operation of applying the second layer if we want our classic manicure non-shiny tones looked as perfect as possible. We completely dry the nails.
It is advisable to use it, then the matte effect is maximally achievable.
Well, for general development, I will give some ways to cultivate non-shiny weed at home:
- Steam usage:
The fingers are covered with a colored layer, and then a small pan of water is heated until steam appears, hold the nails over it for 3-5 seconds or a little more. Nail plate heats up and creates an even, soft shade.
- Powder:
Mix lak with a small amount corn starch, baking powder, or even wheat flour. As the nails dry, the surface will become matte.
- Just buy a matte finish in the store.
3.Photos of matte design ideas for 2017 in fashionable colors
Fashionable colors of the 2017 season were considered in one of them, and each of them adds beauty and unusualness to any nail art, depending on the time of year. Let's consider some of them.
Red matte manicure with rhinestones and designs
Red color is one of the trendy tones of the year of the Fire Rooster; like the ever-fashionable red lipstick, it does not go out of sight of fashionistas all over the world.
Photos of 2017 matte manicure with gel polish in red and black shades
Gel polish at the current stage of development of the nail industry allows you to create cool designs on long time and in good quality, so it will continue to be the leading link in materials for creating beauty on your fingers.
Despite the fact that black is a rather gloomy color, it has had its fans at all times, and there is no escape from this, even in the year of the Fire Rooster. Dark tones this season will surprise their fans with amazing configurations and combinations with other colors.
Matte manicure options - photos of new designs in different colors:
- beige, flesh, bed tone; ideas;
- black and white tone;
- blue color scheme;
- Brown option;
- Marsala, cherry, burgundy;
- Pink;
- Grey;
- Blue;
- Lilac;
- violet;
- chocolate.
Matte manicure photo for short nails
Short nails in the coming 2017 are extremely correct and in trend, you probably haven’t forgotten that the Rooster is a peaceful animal and does not like long claws. well and short nails have a number of advantages and disadvantages, which you can read about here