The use of non-standard forms of nails when creating a manicure is gaining increasing popularity. This is primarily due to the desire to stand out and add to its image a zest that emphasizes individuality. One of the most creative options today is the "pipe" - the nails of the tube.
What is it like?
This nail design involves a greater length and can only be done with the help of extension. Plates of medium length can be seen very rarely, and they look less interesting. The shape of the butt of the expanded surface has a standard rounded configuration. This allows you to use any modern design solution, but the best of all such a manicure looks with floral motifs, in the technique of ombre or in the style of cat's eyes.
Fashion trends such as minimalism or geometry slightly reduce the effectiveness of the appearance of the manicure-pipe.
Choose it as a daily option for office work is not worth it. Of course, if you turn to a qualified nail art master, you can create an unusual and attractive design at a small length, convenient for work. But this type of manicure will be, rather, an excellent addition to the evening look or a prominent detail of the beach bow.
Advantages and disadvantages
Since most often the creation of the nail shape “pipe” implies a great length, an important criterion when choosing such a manicure is the fragility of the nail plate.
Fortunately for lovers of this technique, it is quite low.
This is achieved thanks to the good strengthening of the nail along the entire length during the extension and form, which perfectly reflects the mechanical effect. In addition, the manicure-pipe visually pulls the fingers, which is important for their considerable thickness. Hands become more graceful.
There are no unique disadvantages of this nail treatment option. From the general, we can distinguish the negative impact of chemical materials (gel, acrylic), which are used in building. They make the nail dry and as a result - more brittle. This implies the need for additional care in the form of nourishing creams and baths.
It is also not recommended to constantly wear extended nails. Plates should be given a respite for 2-4 weeks.
How to do?
When creating nails in the form of a tube, it is recommended to use acrylic or gel.
The only material that cannot be applied is tips. This fact is explained by the fact that it is impossible to form a bend of the required depth (50 degrees) on them.
The formation of such nails is a difficult task that not everyone can cope with at home, so the procedure is best left to a specialist.
There are several subtleties in working with the “pipe” form:
- Correct installation of the form under the nail bed;
- timely bend arch;
- sawed the sides with the use of special equipment.
When fixing the form, its tip must look strictly straight, bending up or down is unacceptable.
The steep arching of the arch contributes to the longitudinal compression of the nail plate, and if improperly performed, there may be discomfort on the tip of the finger. In this case, you need to remove the form and start all over again, as long-term wearing can damage not only the nail plate, but also the end of the finger.
With regard to the processing of the ends of the sawing, the technique involves careful work at a constant angle of 45 degrees, which will help to create a clear shape of the half of the tube.In case of incorrect processing, the result will be only the damaged form. The correctness of the manicure-pipe is immediately visible over the great depth of the arch created. If the recess is small, then most likely the form is incorrect. By the way, using this technique, you can correct the trapezoidal shape of the nail.
There are a few subtleties, without the knowledge of which it is impossible to obtain the desired appearance of a manicure.
For example, when using a paper template, its fixation is performed with a slight rise up. So the shape of the nail will look perfectly smooth after coating.
This manicure gives a large field of activity when making the tip. Classic options here is not necessary to adhere.
"Pipe" allows you to arrange the tip in the following forms:
- oval;
- almond shaped;
- rectangular;
- stylet
Any of the selected options can be the basis for modern and creative design.
On how to make nails in the form of a pipe, you will learn by watching the following video.
Decor options
Most often, when creating a manicure, pipe jacket is used as a background basis for a variety of patterns or ornaments. Of course, the usual white stripes look advantageous. However, modern designers have a more interesting version of this style - crystal french.
To create it, the tip of the nail is made completely transparent, and the gloss, applied in a small amount, helps to imitate the crystal surface. Of course, this design can be diluted with a small pattern, which is placed a little closer to the side. Crystal manicure looks festive, and the hand looks soft and subtle.
Another trend that is actively used for the design of long nails, is Chinese painting. Gentle drawings with lilies and petals, fully occupying the extended tip, delight fashionistas with a variety of colors, smooth lines and the ability to create an individual design.
It should be noted and less motley coating, made in the style of ombre. It is placed on all the nails or only a few. The remaining surfaces are painted with a mesh, an ornament, or a moon decor is added. Such combinations look spectacular and fresh.
In addition, an excellent solution for the form of "pipe" can be a mirror manicure or a coating decorated with foil on a matte background. These options emphasize the exceptional shape of the nail and perfectly complement the evening bow.
Manicure-pipe will help any girl to look great and attract admiring glances of others.