How to make a cat-eye manicure?

Manicure has long started to play one of the main roles of the female image, in the light of which nail design is performed using various techniques, using modern materials and tools. For several years now, a cat's eye manicure has remained in the trend among a number of popular nail art techniques, thanks to which you can create an incredible and memorable flickering effect on your nails.

Technique of nail design "cat's eye" is in demand for quite some time, but recently experiencing another wave of popularity, in light of which there are more and more options to create such nail art. The main advantage of such a trend in creating a manicure is considered to be its versatility, since such nail design will be appropriate both in summer and in winter, and is also suitable for a solemn occasion or a casual business image.

The “cat's-eye” feature is the depth and brightness of the color solution., due to which such a design will not need additional decoration. In addition, the equally luxurious design looks on short length nails that are relevant today, as well as on long nails of any shape.

"Cat's eye" gained popularity about ten years agowhen magnetic varnishes were used for nail design. Today, materials for such staining underwent some improvements, so gel varnishes with a special composition remain relevant. Modern tools are enriched with metal microparticles, which form a stunning resemblance to a precious stone on the surface. During the impact of a magnet, the particles of a substance form an incredible effect on the nail plate, so the varnishes realized today will achieve the desired result only when exposed to a special magnet.

Its action is aimed at the particles in the composition of the varnish, which are grouped together, forming a three-dimensional pattern. Previously, this design involves the creation of only individual bands on the nail plate, but today the masters make completely different ornaments, including waves, zigzags, stars, and other incredibly beautiful patterns.

Another positive feature of the “cat's eye” is the possibility of applying a magnet not only vertically, but also in a diagonal or horizontal direction.

However, a positive result from the use of such material is possible only if you really purchase high-quality products. Therefore, preference should be given to brands that have worked well in the market of materials for nail service. This applies to American, German and even Chinese brands that sell products that can perfectly hold on the nails for more than three weeks.

Despite the attractiveness of the "cat's eye" as an independent and complete design, for a number of events, especially gala and official evenings, it is often further decorated with decorative elements. As a rule, these are rhinestones or stickers that highlight one or two fingers on the hand. And also considered the use of relevant composition with sand, foil or art painting.

An interesting solution may be staining of some fingers with a matte varnish, and most of it is left with modulations and play of color.

Manicure "cat's eye" is often created in conjunction with lace or dew drops using the primary color on the nails. The priority when creating such nail art is always strict and dark shades and colors, since the play of colors and bends on this design look as rich as possible.

Cold shades are most often used on long nails, such a manicure can be decorated with soft molding or rhinestones. Warm tones are rarely complemented by any decorations, but the red “cat's-eye” looks very impressive with silver or white lacquer, which can depict your favorite ornament.

The most popular areas for creating a “cat's eye” on nails are the coating:

• with an art list or a molding;
• mount small pearls or pebbles on a matte or iridescent coating;
• use of cat's eye stickers, space elements, snowflakes, and so on;
• glitter or gradient;
• highlighting of one finger in a contrasting color of lacquer;
• drawing nets, threads, lace;
• decorating fingers with sand or powder to emphasize the brilliance and depth of the 3D effect;
• decoration of nails with feathers or dry flowers.

The main advantage of such a manicure is the ability to decorate and decorate it for any style, including themed celebrations, in addition, creating beautiful nail art can be mastered even at home.

In order to ensure the desired result, you should use a mandatory set of working materials and auxiliary tools to create a manicure. The list of necessary things is as follows:

• set for hygienic manicure;
• magnet for coated work;
• nail plate degreaser;
• base coat;
• varnish with metal particles;
• top;
• lamp for drying material.

To make the cat's eye right, there is a certain sequence of actions which requires compliance with the mandatory recommendations.

• The first step is to carefully remove the cuticle, then give the nail plate the desired shape and length. For these purposes, you will need a manicure set with tools.
• After the mandatory procedures should be degreased nail plate before covering it with materials for design.
• It is best to carry out staining and magnet separately with each finger. In this case, you can avoid annoying errors, as well as cover as carefully as possible.
• To get the nails as deep as possible, it would be better to apply varnish in two layers. After the first covering of the nails, you do not need to use a magnet; it will be enough to dry the material in the UV lamp.But for the final layer, the use of a magnet is mandatory before drying, otherwise the varnish will not acquire the desired 3D effect.
• If there is a desire to achieve any distinctive pattern and overflow on the nails, the magnet can be twisted or several pieces can be used, located in different directions relative to the nail.

Step-by-step instructions for applying the cat's eye are described below.

• The first step is to cover the base plate. This moment is obligatory for implementation, as the material can correct the surface of the nail. However, the main purpose of the basic composition is to ensure the best adhesion with varnish, which will significantly extend the life of the created manicure. The first layer on the nails must be dried in the lamp.
• The next step is to coat the selected varnish. Before applying, the composition should be shaken slightly, so that the metal microparticles that have settled to the bottom of the bottle are distributed throughout the product. Painting can be done in one or in two layers. In this regard, everything will depend on the desired color and shade on the nails, as well as the density of the coloring composition. All applied layers must be dried, but the latter requires preliminary contact with the magnet.

• Working with a magnet consists of putting it up to a nail varnished and fixing in this position about 10-15 seconds. As a rule, this time will be enough for the metallized particles to join together in a pattern on the surface. After working with the magnet, gel polish should be fixed on the nails, dried in the lamp.
• The final step is to cover the manicure top, which will fix the previous layers of material on the nails, and also make the manicure complete. This composition also needs to be held under the action of ultraviolet. After that, remove excess stickiness by treating nails with a degreaser.

To make the cat's eye even more unique and attractive, you can decorate your fingers with a shimmering varnish, imitating the skin of a reptile. The created 3D volumetric lacquer effect is able to give the nails maximum similarity with the original, which will be relevant during the creation of a single composition with the wardrobe, as well as for thematic events.

A gentle and harmonious solution will be the use of wet painting techniques. This design will give the manicure extra finesse and luxury. In addition, the created nail art will be a real masterpiece, which will be appropriate in the business everyday style, as well as a romantic dinner or any celebration.

To emphasize the basic idea of ​​manicure will help special sliders. The stickers will complement the visual effect with a beautiful eye of the animal, which will positively affect the image and beauty of the nail design.

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