Features of Japanese hand care
The technique of performing Japanese manicure differs from the usual European ones in that
- Produced using natural materials and tools;
- Care products are non-toxic, so the procedure can be performed during pregnancy and lactation;
- The results of recovery become obvious after just a few weeks;
- It is both a separate procedure and combined with other types of manicure;
- It can be produced at home yourself.
Peculiarities
All ladies. Those who have at least once done such a procedure for themselves unanimously say that this is much more than simply putting their nails in order. And it’s quite hard to argue with this, because the whole process takes place slowly. The master must take into account any characteristics of the body. As a result, not only the nails receive the necessary nutrition, but also the skin of the hands is moisturized. The effect of this procedure lasts for a long time.
Among the distinctive features of the procedure is that during the process the girl relaxes, like during a massage. The duration of such a manicure lasts 1-1.5 hours.
Benefits of Japanese style care
Cosmetic style procedures have a number of advantages that distinguish them from other techniques.
They are as follows:
- The primary task is comprehensive care, the purpose of which is to restore, moisturize, vitaminize and enrich the skin and nails with minerals.
- The foundation is laid for the growth of healthy nails.
- The growth of the nail plate accelerates.
- Indicated for the care of problem nails - brittle, thin, splitting.
- Signs of recovery can be seen immediately.
- Due to its restorative properties, it can serve as an intermediate procedure between nail extensions and design.
- In a complete nourishing massage that restores blood circulation.
- To protect nails from toxic substances contained in varnishes and household chemicals.
- Thanks to the prolonged action of the components included in the products used, the effect is preserved for a long time.
- The cuticle is not cut, so the manicure is safe from the point of view of injury.
- Natural remedies have a preventive and therapeutic effect.
A preliminary assessment of the condition of the hands allows for an individual approach to care.
Completion
There are absolutely no small details in this procedure. The manicure ends with a relaxation procedure. To achieve this result, special bags are used. The bags contain dry and aromatic herbs, as well as essential oils. In addition, the composition also contains salt, which is soaked in aromatic oils. Due to this, the procedure has a positive effect on the nails and skin of the hands.
Next, a scrub is applied to the skin, which not only removes the stratum corneum. but it also gives your hands extraordinary smoothness.
The procedure is completed by applying a cream (moisturizing), which consists of rose oil, jasmine and other oils.
The beauty salon also offers skin care using honey or essential oils. This treatment is an auxiliary procedure that only enhances the effect of Japanese manicure.
In order to completely restore your nails, masters advise carrying out such procedures once every 14 days. A manicure can be performed to restore not only the skin of your hands, but also your feet.
Frequency of procedures
Since the Japanese technique involves care with a therapeutic bias, it is worth adhering to certain instructions.
- Manicures are performed no more than once every few weeks. During the time between sessions, the nutrients are absorbed and work towards recovery or healing.
- The average duration of the procedure should be at least an hour.
- Care and restoration are carried out in courses, the duration of which is 8-10 procedures.
While completing the course, you can resort to other types of manicure as final stages.
Oriental style manicure - basic palette of shades
“The East is a delicate matter,” so choosing shades of varnish for an oriental-themed manicure should not be taken lightly. Japanese fashionistas, in particular, often use classic colors in their designs, such as black, red, white and blue, which combine well with each other and look harmonious individually.
Also worth noting are the soft and muted tones of pastel colors, translucent pale shades and smoky colors, popular in Eastern countries. Darker and brighter shades such as burgundy, emerald, sapphire and beer green are prevalent in Turkish and Asian cultures. Also classic white, black, red, silver and gold.
Tools
Manicure is performed with a specific set of tools. Kits available. And although their cost is quite significant, don’t let that scare you. The ingredients will last for a long time.
Commercially available Japanese manicure kits include:
- Mineral-based paste, which is used for medicinal and restorative purposes. There are several varieties, differing in purpose of use. They mainly contain algae extract, beeswax, pearl dust, peptides, keratin and other components.
- Block for polishing the nail plate made of suede (calf) leather.
- Special powder enriched with microelements for polishing.
- Orange sticks are a tool needed to push back cuticles.
- Suede files. To adjust the shape.
- A lotion that softens and removes dead cuticle cells.
Execution technique
As already mentioned, the procedure can be performed at home.
A step-by-step description of how to do a Japanese manicure is offered.
- Stage No. 1. It is necessary to remove the varnish coating, then disinfect and degrease your hands with an antiseptic.
- Stage No. 2. First, using a hard file, the desired shape of the nails is formed. This is followed by the polishing process. Roughness and unevenness are smoothed out with a soft buff.
- Stage No. 3. A softening agent is applied to the cuticles. After a couple of minutes, the thin soft skin is moved with an orange stick or pusher to the base of the nail.
- Stage No. 4. A gel scrub should be applied to each nail and massaged to improve blood circulation and cleanse the nail plates.
- Stage No. 5. A special care product is applied to the rollers, and the hands are immersed in a warm bath with dissolved “royal pearls”. During the procedure, you can relax, close your eyes and enjoy relaxation.
- Stage No. 6. After drying your hands, critically examine and correct deficiencies, if any remain.
- Stage No. 7. Apply mineral paste to already dry nails using a plastic pusher or a special stick (depending on the kit’s configuration) and spread it with a polishing block in the direction from the cuticle.
- Stage No. 8. Glossing of the nail plates is done with polishing powder using a special block or buff with quick movements in all directions.
- Stage No. 9. Finally, the nails must be treated with a medicinal serum, which is selected depending on the condition of the nail plates. If the situation requires it, you can rub in a medicinal aromatic oil.
- Stage No. 10 From nail treatment to massage. Fingers and palms are massaged with silk bags filled with hot or cooled sand, depending on the desire or condition of the hands.
A good option would be to alternate high and low temperatures, this will improve blood circulation in the extremities. The massage ends with rubbing hand care products into the skin.
You can see what the step-by-step process looks like in the presented photos of Japanese manicure.
Duration of saving the result
A complete healing course lasts from 8 to 10 sessions, after which the nails are completely restored. The effect will last as long as the body’s resources last. An additional factor may be taking vitamin complexes.
In order to have healthy and well-groomed nails, experts recommend conducting a full course once a year.
Price
The price for a Japanese manicure in a salon ranges from 2000 to 2500 rubles. Of course, it's not cheap, but considering that the treatment and relaxation procedure lasts from one to two hours, it's worth it. The price of a set for 200 sessions is 4,500 rubles.
Reviews of Japanese manicure are extremely enthusiastic. The session is filled with care and gentle care. And the result exceeds expectations. Nails glow with health and grow quickly. Your hands look amazing and the effect lasts for several weeks.
In order to appreciate the benefits of Japanese manicure technology, you need to do the procedure at least once, enjoying it and getting an excellent result. After all, this is not only a feeling of spiritual harmony, but also an awareness of the unity of the inner and surrounding world.
Manicure at home. What does that require?
Today, most women refuse to go to a nail salon, preferring to take care of their hands themselves. And if you are one of them, then mastering new technology will not be a problem for you. After all, it is not as complicated as many imagine.
And its biggest advantage is that this procedure completely eliminates the possibility of injuring the nail plate.
So, in order to perform a manicure in the style described above, you will need the following materials and equipment:
- Mineral serum and paste, as well as a scrub with various healing additives. Supplements should be selected based on the condition of the nails.
- An orange wood stick (can be replaced with a ceramic spatula).
- Polishing block and massage bags.
- Protective powder and healing coating.
As you can see, this list includes exclusively medicinal materials that will help restore the health of your nails. And that is why this procedure in salons is often called Japanese eco-manicure, because cosmetics based on environmentally friendly materials are used.
Please note that you can either assemble the entire necessary kit yourself, or purchase a ready-made kit from the well-known company Masura.
