Nail design begins with giving them the desired shape. At the same time today, more than ever, modeling is relevant, for which the masters use different methods. One of them is to increase the length through the upper forms. What is it, how to properly use such materials, how to choose them, will tell the material of this article.
Modeling features
The upper forms are special templates through which you can significantly reduce the time of modeling nail plates. As a rule, it is no more than one and a half hours. The technique is unique in that it allows work on your own nails. Patterns that are used for it can be applied to thin and weakened nail plates.
Using the upper forms, you can increase acrylic or gel nails. In fact, the templates themselves are nothing more than stencils that are applied to the nail plates with the working material to create the desired length outside the growth edge.
One of the features of such a simulation is the fact that it is not demanding to care. Correction of such nails is needed about once a month, subject to moderate regrowth.
Depending on whether the gel is used or acrylic, the build-up technology will be different. The difference is that acrylic does not require polymerization in the lamp, and for the gel it is necessary to use a special drying lamp. As for the first option, such marigolds are later easier to remove, using a special monomer to dissolve acrylic.
Modeling gel can not be softened after drying in the lamp, they will have to be filed. In this case, an interesting nuance is the similar chemical composition of the two building materials.
Working with the upper forms eliminates the need for filing an artificial nail, which saves the amount of consumable material. As a rule, in working with such templates an excellent “stress zone” is created, the finished plate is almost perfect. You can master this technique very quickly, sometimes a couple of days are enough for that. In this case, it is important that the upper forms can be used with very short and bitten nail plates. In addition, new nails differ in natural thickness, they look natural.
Varieties
To date, there are two types of upper forms. Depending on the cost, they can be with or without a markup that facilitates the workflow. The first option is especially useful for beginners who are familiar with nails on such templates. The markings on the forms may be different, somewhere they are arc-shaped stripes, somewhere - the grid.
The set has the same arch and length, as well as marking with the specified dimensions. Based on the marking lines, it is easier to align the length and correct the edge. There is no need to tediously customize an identical form, since it already exists The top forms are reusable varieties of templates for building. They differ from arched analogs and liquid tips.
How to choose?
When buying top forms for nails, you should pay attention to a number of nuances. For example, the interior of the templates is very important. It should not have visible defects, high-quality goods will leave the desired gloss on new nails. Usually such frameworks are enough for 40-50 extensions. Buy a better frame with markup, especially novice craftsmen.
Choosing the necessary option, you should look closely at the form of templates, which may differ. Sometimes it is more curved, sometimes the difference can be in the height of the arch. Better to take the option in which a hatchet for a manicure can fit in the space between the form itself and the nail plate.
It is recommended to purchase sets with a large number of elements - this will allow you to choose the right size as accurately as possible.
Depending on the type of simulator, when building on silicone upper forms, gel products may be needed, as well as base, top and acrylic. In addition to them, you need to prepare the templates themselves, a primer for coupling (primer), oil for removing the cuticle, a glossy coating, a means for removing the dispersion layer, a brush, a saw, an orange stick and a dehydrator.
Incremental build-up
The method of working with the upper forms will depend on the type of modeling tool used. However, to begin with, nails are prepared in both cases.
Gel
Polygel is a special quick-drying substance thick creamy texture. This constructional composition dries in literally half a minute. Technique of building in this case will consist of a series of consecutive steps:
- hands are treated with antiseptic;
- the cuticle is removed, the free edge is cut with a file;
- gloss is removed from the plate, achieving a slight roughness;
- select the size of the workpiece, which should be a little more than a stackable nail;
- put some gel inside, distribute it, forming a free edge;
- the form is applied to the nail, combining its base with the base of the natural plate;
- excess modeling tools pushed aside;
- the nail is dried in the lamp for about 20 seconds, pressing the template to the surface of the native marigold;
- further drying is performed in the lamp without pressing for 6 minutes;
- slightly pressing the tips of the form, the template is removed;
- washed down the free edge;
- perform a decorative manicure.
Acrylic
Working with acrylic, use a special monomer that will dissolve the powder, allowing you to get the desired consistency. This technique has its stages. We must not forget that the work requires the priming of the plates with a primer protecting them from the effects of the polymer.
- Inside the prepared form put one (two, three) balls of acrylic. The amount of material will depend on the size of the plate itself, the width and length of the nail bed.
- Acrylics are distributed evenly over the inside of the template.
- The form is applied to the prepared nail and hold for about 7 seconds.
- Next, form the surface of the artificial plate.
- Acrylic dries for about 3 minutes, after which you can do the filing of the free edge.
- Next, perform a decorative manicure.
One of the most crucial stages of modeling is pressing the form to the nail. Sometimes it is necessary to distribute the modeling substance, squeezing the excess mass in length. It is extremely important to prevent air from entering under the form.
You also need to make sure that the “stress zone” does not turn out to be too thin, since it can crack it. If the formation does not have enough length, it is added.
As for working with the gel, it also has its own characteristics. For example, this substance does not tolerate additional manipulations. It is especially important to immediately perform everything smoothly. No adjustment after applying the form will not work. Also, you can not touch the pattern until the gel is completely dry, even the slightest changes in shape are not allowed. The correct method of nail extension with the upper forms and gel will require the presence of a rotary or tunnel lamp.
What's better?
It is impossible to say which of the two materials is better, since each version has its own merits. For example, acrylic dries faster, which affects the time of the entire workflow.In addition, it is easier to lay out a thin layer, due to which it looks more natural.
It should be noted that acrylic has an attractive price, it is economical in operation and is characterized by high durability.
When you gel nails you can afford a variety of fantasy solutions. For example, colored materials of this type can even carry out a jacket. However, if there is no special lamp at home, it is worth trying acrylic modeling.
Reviews
Professionals nail service give high marks to the top forms. According to their opinion, this is an excellent solution for express manicure. In this case, the wizard noted that the templates really simplify and facilitate the procedure for nail extension. Nails are smooth and without flaws. After removal, it remains only to trim the free edge. Masters like this approach to building, because the time allotted for modeling can be reduced, and due to this increase it for design.
You can learn more about the top forms for nail extension in this video.
