The cut manicure is classic, dry, shellac, European. What is the difference with hardware and execution technology

A beautiful manicure is not only a stage of basic nail care, but also an important hygiene procedure. Cut manicure is in demand, despite the popularity of European and Japanese unedged equipment. Classic manicure allows you to keep your nails in perfect condition for 2 weeks without additional care.

What is a clipped classic manicure

Cut manicure is a classic type of nail care, which involves removing the cuticle from the surface of the nail rollers. The procedure is carried out with preliminary steaming of the keratinized layers of the skin around the nail in warm water, which is why this method is called “wet” manicure.

Classic manicure prepares nails for further application of any coating. Cut manicure is carried out even with a neglected state of nails. Hand treatment with nutrients after a session is comparable to spa procedures, because it has a positive effect on the surface of the nail and cuticle.

Advantages of the method

Cut manicure is a classic manicure method.

In comparison with other types of nail care, it has a lot of advantages:

1. Efficiency. Thanks to cuticle cutting, nails retain a presentable appearance for much longer.
2. Execution speed. The full procedure of classic manicure takes no more than 30 minutes.
3. Universality. Cut manicure has no contraindications. Both men and women can do it.
4. Extra hand care. The use of baths with useful components has a positive effect on the skin of the hands and strengthens the nail plate.
5. Manicure can be combined with other caring procedures , for example, paraffin therapy or peeling.
6. The procedure is carried out not only in salons, but also at home , subject to mastery of the execution technique.

disadvantages

The main disadvantage of a cut manicure is the possibility of skin damage during cuticle removal. In this regard, many customers abandon the classic manicure in favor of the European.

If the instruments are improperly treated, HIV or hepatitis infection can be introduced. Therefore, some people prefer to trim manicure on their own to monitor the quality of disinfection of manicure accessories.

Specialists in nail services do not advise doing manicures in case of:

• inflammation of the nails and nail ridges;
• fungal diseases;
• wounds and cuts;
• decreased blood coagulability;
• diabetes mellitus.

Differences from hardware manicure, European

Hardware manicure is performed with a special device with a set of various nozzles designed for nail and cuticle processing. Such a device is used in beauty salons, since professional skill is required to work with it.

It is suitable for various types of coatings, including gel polish. A manicure takes less time, and the cuticle regrowth rate will allow you to schedule the next session no earlier than 2 months later.

With a hardware manicure, it is not necessary to soften the cuticle in the bath in advance, but just lubricate it with a special gel, and then remove one of the nozzles of the device. Polishing the nail plate and adjusting the length is also performed by the device in a few seconds.

The disadvantage of this method is its soreness. Due to the high speed of the mechanism, unpleasant sensations due to nearby nerve endings in the nail are possible. Therefore, you should not purchase a device for hardware manicure to use it at home.

European manicure is a method of nail care without the use of scissors and nippers.

When performing it:

• the length of the nail is regulated with the help of files;
• the cuticle is not removed, but softened, after which it is pushed to the edge with a pusher or stick of an orange tree;
• virtually eliminated the possibility of infection with a poorly crafted tool.

Its main disadvantage is that in order to maintain a presentable appearance, it is necessary to constantly moisturize the cuticle with cream or oil. For this reason, the service life of a European manicure is short. It needs to be updated in 5-7 days. Cut manicure is considered the most versatile method that allows you to quickly and painlessly give your hands a well-groomed look.

Necessary tools

A trim manicure, the classic version of which involves removing keratinized skin from the nail rollers, requires a certain set of tools. They are used for polishing nails, shaping and cutting the cuticles.

Basic accessories for trim manicure:

• scissors or tweezers;
• nippers;
• cuticle pusher;
• buffs for polishing;
• files with the necessary level of abrasiveness;
• brush to remove dirt;
• steam bath.

The stiffness of the file should be chosen depending on the thickness of the nail and the desired functional application. A tool with an abrasiveness of 200-400 grit is suitable for length correction, and a hardness of 900-1200 grit is enough for polishing.

It is best to choose ceramic, plastic or glass files. They gently file the nail without damaging the plate. Do not buy metal files, which lead to delamination and brittle nails.

For drawing drawings and creating a nail design, additional tools will be required:

1. Dots – a metal or plastic stick with a spherical tip for the image of dots and circles.
2. Brushes of different thicknesses – for drawing details and performing French manicure.
3. Printing and plates with drawings (stamping kit) – for applying finished images to the nail.

Coating a nail involves applying varnishes in one or more colors, a base for varnish and a fixing agent. Sometimes they use liquid to quickly dry the varnish, but in the case of a conventional coating, it may not be useful.

It is also necessary to have acetone to remove the remnants of the previous nail polish. For hand skin care after the procedure is completed, you will need a cream and cuticle oil.

Execution technology: a step-by-step lesson for beginners with photos

Those who decide to master the technology of classic manicure should r
emember that practice is important to achieve the desired result. After the 5th session, the skill will be worked out sufficiently so as not to be afraid to damage the nail plate.

It is important to study in detail the sequence of each step, and be extremely careful when working with tools. A cut manicure made at home will not only save money, but also eliminate the risk of infection.

Before starting work, it is necessary to organize a workspace. It is enough to lay a towel or napkin on the table, as well as take care of good lighting.

Even if one person uses the set of tools for manicure, before the session, you must definitely disinfect it with alcohol or an antiseptic. Also, they should treat the hands, and especially the cuticle area.

Step 1: Remove Cover

Depending on the type of coating, various manicure washes are used. Regular varnish can be removed with acetone or its mixture with glycerin.

Some people prefer to use washings that do not contain acetone, but they do not always cope with a dense coating or varnish with the addition of sparkles.

Step 2: creating a nail shape

Correction of the length of the nail is carried out using scissors and files. The movement of the scissors should be sharp and clear to remove the overgrown edge in one motion. This technique does not violate the integrity of the nail plate and does not lead to delamination. It is necessary to file the nails at an angle of 90 °, without chaotic movements. The tool should be directed in one direction – from left to right.

It is better to start the process from the edges of the nail, and finish by filing its middle. First you need to process the nails of the little fingers, gradually advancing to the thumbs.

After adjusting the length, it is worth putting the file under the nail and make a few more movements to remove possible chipping.

When the desired shape and length of the nails is selected, the plates should be treated with a polishing buff to give them shine and radiance. In addition, this step contributes to a smoother varnish. It is important to perform these actions on completely dry hands, otherwise the nails may begin to flake.

Step 3: steaming

To soften the cuticle, you need to make a bath for nails. Sea water or other components that strengthen the nail plate are dissolved in warm water. If there is contamination, you can add a little soap.

The steaming procedure should not last more than 5 minutes, since this time is enough to soften the skin . When the cuticle is steamed, the surface of the nail should be treated, as well as the area under it with a brush. Dry your hands with a cotton or paper towel so that there is no moisture left on them.

Step 4: work with cuticles

Before cutting the skin, you need to push the edges of the cuticle with a pusher. This is a two-sided tool with a rounded and sharp tip. The round side is used to treat the skin below the nail hole, and the cuticle is pushed from the side rollers of the nail with a pointed edge.

You need to work with a pusher very carefully, without pressing on the nail, as the tool can damage its surface and lead to scratches and microcracks.

When the cuticle no longer adheres to the nail, it must be cut with nippers. In order not to damage the skin, the movement of the instrument must be inseparable and confident. If you do not follow this rule, barbs may appear. To avoid cuts, do not grab a too large portion of the cuticle with pliers.

Step 5: coating the nails

To protect and align the nail, a base must be applied before varnishing. Following is varnish. You need to start coating on the left side of the nail, and with the 3rd movements of the brush completely paint the entire area of the plate.

At the end, a fixing agent is applied, which gives the nails a shine and protects from chips. The last step in a classic manicure is applying a hand cream and cuticle oil.

Classic dry manicure gel polish: features, technique

Cut manicure is a classic method of nail care, in which the skin of the hands is pre-steamed in warm water. This technology is not always used before applying gel polish. Instead of softening the cuticles with water, they use a gel to remove it.

It is applied to the nail rollers and after a specified time, the cuticle is pushed to the edges of the nail with a pusher or orange stick. Therefore, this method of manicure is called dry. Compared with a conventional product, gel polish (or shellac) lasts from 2 to 4 weeks, and the technique for applying it has its own characteristics.

Tool kit for work:

• fine-grained buff;
• cuticle pusher or orange stick;
• cuticle softening gel;
• lint-free napkins;
• degreaser;
• a primer;
• base;
• gel polish;
• gel polish remover;
• finish (top);
• foil;
• adhesive remover;
• cuticle oil;
• Ultraviolet lamp;
• cotton pads.

After shaping the nails and processing the cuticle, it is necessary to polish the nail plate with a buff.

Then the nails should be degreased using a lint-free cloth, apply a primer and a base coat. After applying each coat, the nails should be dried under the light of an ultraviolet lamp.

When choosing a lamp for baking gel polish, you need to pay attention to the features of UV and LED devices. They differ not only in the time of sealing the varnish, but also in other characteristics.

Lamp type	UV	LED
Power	36 watts	3 watts
Drying time	180 sec	60 sec
Gel Polish Drying Time	2-3 min	30-60 sec
Life time	6 months (lamp replacement)	50000 hours

Colored varnish nails cover in 2-3 layers, also drying each of them with ultraviolet. Usually, drying takes no more than 2 minutes, depending on the manufacturer of gel polish. It is important to lubricate the ends of the nail well, so that the manicure lasts longer without peeling and the formation of chips.

The coating is fixed with a finishing agent, and after it, with a napkin, the sticky layer is removed. This step contributes to the adhesion of all applied layers to each other. The last step of the session is to lubricate the skin around the nail with oil. If handled properly, a gel polished manicure will last about 3 weeks. This period also depends on the rate of growth of the nail.

During manicure correction, the previous coating is removed, which is also done differently than with the classical trim method. To do this, it is necessary to moisten the cotton pad in the composition to remove gel polish, attach the disc to the nail and wrap each of them with foil.

After 15 minutes, massage the nail plate and remove the foil with cotton. The remaining coating is carefully removed with a pusher.

French manicure with shellac

French manicure is one of the most popular types. This is a classic manicure and will suit any situation. French involves painting the tip of the nail with white varnish, and a neutral shade is applied to the remaining nail plate: beige, pink or transparent varnish.

The processing of the plates is performed in a classical manner. Using buff to perform this type of coating is optional, since shellac has excellent adhesion properties. On non-greasy nails, apply a primer and base with a thin layer, after which they are dried under a lamp.

Then apply a color coating and bake it for 1 min. White shellac draw the tip of the nail. This should be done in 2 layers, not forgetting about drying the nails under ultraviolet light. Topcoat completes the French manicure procedure.

How to avoid barbs

Burrs are particles of skin exfoliated on the surface of the nail roller.

They may appear for several reasons:

1. Cuticle dryness caused by excessive use of harsh chemicals in detergents.
2. Incorrect technique for cutting manicure. Cuticle removal should be performed smoothly and inseparably to avoid torn edges.
3. Sawing nails from side to side, as well as the use of metal files.
4. Poor blood circulation caused by aging.

The barbs bring discomfort, and often in their place there is inflammation and abscess.

Compliance with several important rules will help prevent their occurrence:

1. Mandatory use of rubber gloves when working with any kind of household chemicals.
2. Technically correct performance of trim manicure with a well-sharpened tool.
3. Use oils and creams to moisturize the skin around the nail.
4. Massage the cuticle and nail rollers to improve blood flow. It can be carried out independently.

To achieve a positive effect, self-massage should be done 2-3 times a day. It will take no more than 3 minutes. Massage should be started with light strokes of the brush, and gradually move on to kneading the fingers. It is enough to repeat this action 4-6 times.

Rubbing the phalanges of the fingers is the main element of self-massage. To do this, you need to clench your hands into fists and alternately usd the phalanges against each other. The massage ends with the application of a nourishing cream.

Regularly carrying out this procedure has a beneficial effect on the appearance and health of nails, and also prevents the appearance of barbs.

Tips for hand care specialists after manicure

A manicure will last much longer if you properly care for your hands after the procedure.

Nail service experts advise you to follow a few simple recommendations that will help maintain the beauty of your nails:

1. If possible, avoid contact with warm water and steam whenever possible on the first day after a manicure. Therefore, it is better to refuse to visit a bath or sauna, as well as from washing dishes.
2. To avoid chipping or peeling of gel polish, all housework should be done with rubber gloves. Household chemicals and too hot water dry the skin of the hands, which negatively affects their appearance.
3. Self-filing of coated nails is undesirable. This opens the sealed end of the nail, which will certainly lead to a violation of the integrity of the manicure.
4. Removing gel polish yourself must be extremely careful. It is necessary to use an exclusively specialized product that softens the coating well. Excessive pressure by the pusher during the removal of varnish residues leads to damage to the nail plate.
5. Manicure correction should be done every 3-4 weeks as the nail grows.
6. To soften the skin of the hands, it is better to choose nutritious creams containing fatty oils. Light fluids do not sufficiently moisturize the skin and evaporate quickly. You need to update the cream after each hand wash.
7. Before going to bed, you need to lubricate the cuticles with oil. This will help prevent dryness and improve blood circulation.
8. Regular exfoliation of keratinized skin particles with peeling or scr
   ub will give your hands a well-groomed appearance.

What video tutorials will help you learn the correct technique of classic manicure

Video materials on how to properly care for your nails and prepare them for the procedure can help novice manicure masters. They show all the processes and stages of a session of a classic edged manicure, with step-by-step instructions and comments on them by nail service professionals.

After studying these videos, you can begin to master the technique of trimmed manicure and take care of your hands without visiting beauty salons.

Classic manicure gives a well-groomed appearance and preserves the health of nails. Having learned the technique of edged manicure, you can perform the procedure at home.

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