What it is
Manicure has systematically become an almost irreplaceable part of a woman’s overall image, and therefore now there are a variety of types that are suitable not only depending on the situation, but also on personal preferences.
To understand what it is, we should first look at a photo of a manicure with a stretch, after which a lot will become clear.
In addition to this name, there are also others - gradient or ombre. This manicure looks very impressive and fresh, not to mention that it is ideal in certain situations when the entire look consists of several key colors.
The division into colors can be different: horizontal, vertical, diagonal, and so on.
This technique has not become widespread, at least because it requires not only the necessary tools, but also certain skills, technique, precision of hand movements - most of the final success depends on the skills of the master.
If you wish, you can use a little trick - stretch your manicure with glitter, which will help smooth out the less-than-ideal transition and distract attention from it.
Masters recommend using modern gel-based varnishes to create such a manicure. Yes, this effect is achievable with the help of traditional varnishes, but those that have a gel base are better stretchable.
After the stretch manicure design is completely ready, it must be protected and covered with either a finishing layer or a simple transparent varnish.
How to do glitter nail designs
The simplest recipe for which you will need: base varnish, regular varnish (colored can also be used), a box of loose glitter, a brush and a fixative. Sequins, by the way, can have a wide variety of sizes, shapes and colors: from white to black and all the colors of the rainbow, from dusty round particles to large stars, sticks, circles, squares, etc. For our simple recipe, small glitters are more suitable.
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Having prepared your nails for a manicure, coat the nail in several layers with base varnish. Immediately dip your finger, nail side down, into the jar of glitter and stir slightly so that the glitter sticks better. Take your finger out of the box, press the glitter tightly with the finger of your other hand for a second or two, and when everything is slightly dry, remove the excess glitter with a dry brush. Apply a finishing varnish or sealer on top to preserve the result.
This is a “fire” option, and if such a “solid” design does not seem the most elegant, but time allows, you can do it differently. Apply colored varnish on top of the base (when it dries, of course). But you don’t need to dry it, but use a brush dipped in water to put a design on it with sparkles - circles, paths, spirals, snakes, etc.
You can also use a brush to place glitter on the tip of the nail exactly from the smile line or moving to the side, adding originality to the jacket with the help of glitter, or you can, on the contrary, fill only the hole area with glitter. After making the drawing, be sure to apply a fixative.
The design can also be laid out with larger sparkles - also with a brush dipped in water. Well, for very large ones - with a thin wooden stick or toothpick.
There are two more ways to create a beautiful glitter manicure. But for this you will need a retainer. After we have coated our nails with polish and it has dried:
- Dip the brush into the fixative, pick up the required amount of glitter and apply it to the nail in short strokes. If we have glitter of different colors, after each color the brush needs to be washed with nail polish remover.
- On the contrary, we cover the nail with the fixative, pick up glitter with a manicure stick and scatter it over the nail in a path, circles, zigzags, etc. The fixative is required in all options.
If there is absolutely nowhere to rush, you can devote more time and imagination to the design with sparkles. For example, do some stretching. Moreover, you can do it both on your own and on extended nails.
Popular colors
From a technical point of view, you can do a stretch manicure for short and long nails by combining any colors, but there are those that are best suited for this, not to mention the most successful combinations.
For a manicure with stretch marks, you need at least two different colors, but you don’t have to limit yourself to this number, because you can take more.
You should first of all choose colors based on your own preferences and tastes, because then it’s up to you to get a manicure.
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This is especially important when creating a long-lasting manicure that you will wear for one, or even several, weeks. In this case, we would recommend that you choose colors from the classic set, or neutral, pastel options.
White color
First of all, the universal colors include white and black, which can be combined without any problems with any other colors and shades.
Traditionally, white nail color is considered more classic, but now the tastes and preferences of girls around the world have changed quite a lot, and therefore it is quite difficult to meet a lady with completely white nails.
Most often, white is used as a base or as an additional color.
However, we would not recommend doing a manicure with white stretch marks for girls with meek nails. This is because on short nails the white part will stand out quite strongly, creating a cut-off effect.
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That is why for short nails, combinations that are similar in tone, without a bright accent or highlight, are best suited, and if this happens, then white should not be dominant.
Technique for using regular varnish
Unlike gel polish, the color extension on nails with regular polish is durable. However, it is better for novice masters to learn how to stretch in this way; if it fails, you can always erase it and not waste the base and top.
- A base is applied to the nails and dried thoroughly.
- Then the desired colors are applied horizontally or vertically close to each other.
- Before the varnish begins to dry, with a flat brush, using gentle movements, they begin to blur the boundary between the colors; the varnish itself will spread and create a smooth transition.
- After drying, the design is secured with a colorless coating.
Black color
A more universal option than white is the only color of varnish that can be called black. Now it is the most popular, because it fits well with a variety of techniques - it can be not only the main one, but also a secondary one, thereby giving room for maneuvers.
At the same time, the black color is also given points by the fact that a manicure with a stretch in 2022 using it looks good on both long and short nails, which is quite important for some girls.
Despite the fact that masters recommend making a manicure with stretch marks glossy, if desired, it can also be made matte, which also looks very impressive.
We should also highlight the black varnish, which contains glitter inside, giving it a three-dimensional effect.
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Regarding the choice of color combinations, everything is quite simple - black can be combined with any other color, and therefore there is no need to worry about its availability.
It is advisable to choose the second color according to the situation - to match an outfit, if the manicure is done specifically for some event, or just a color that is pleasant, which is better suited as an everyday option.
Stretching nails with regular polish
Ordinary varnish is not very durable, but sometimes it is more convenient to use it.
— Beginners are recommended to practice with varnish, because an unsuccessful attempt can be easily erased.
— To create a one-day design specifically for an outfit or for a special occasion.
— When performing stretch-ray arcs and using a multi-colored design, you can choose varnishes of the desired colors. It is not advisable to buy expensive gel polishes specifically for this purpose.
Pink color
It's safe to say that pink color when creating a manicure is the favorite weakness of most young girls in the world.
The fact is that it is very versatile, because it matches not only with black and white, but also with many other colors.
In fact, beige, flesh color, is begging to be included in this same category, because it is also considered classic, and is suitable for a variety of situations, not to mention its practicality.
Stretching options
Nail design can be done in a variety of variations, it all depends on the imagination of the artist and the client. Below are the most popular options for stretching nails.
Pastel colors. Ideal for a light and romantic look. This manicure does not stand out and at the same time serves as an addition to accessories and clothing. In addition, hands in such a frame look feminine and well-groomed.
Contrasting gamma. Stretching, made in bright and contrasting colors, is an excellent solution for young girls and eccentric people. This nail art is suitable for an evening and holiday look, but you should carefully select accessories so as not to overload your hands.
Muted colors involve the use of dark or dull shades. The nails look discreet, suitable for a daily look.
Black and white. This is a classic of the genre and goes well with both business and any other style. Combinations of black or white with nude, pink, beige, ocher and brown are acceptable.
Orange color
A manicure is often done to suit one’s mood, not to mention the fact that in its finished form it can become a source of that very mood.
When we talk about orange nail color, we also mean other bright, rich and warm colors that are ideal for the warm period of the year, which has already arrived in a huge number of places.
Moreover, such colors are also good in winter, when there is such a lack of warmth.
In the case of orange, we would recommend trying a manicure with stretches of its different shades - lighter and darker.
Do not forget that in this case, varnish with voluminous rhinestones also has a place.
Glitter stretching technique
The glitter design on nails is perfect for a special event or party. Stretching in this case implies a gradual decrease in concentration in one direction or another.
- The free edge of the nail is given the desired shape, and the cuticle is removed.
- The glossy layer is cut off with a buffer, the nail plate is degreased and a primer is applied.
- Next, cover the nail with a base coat and dry it. Apply the background color and dry again.
- The tip of the nail or its base is sprinkled with dry glitter and the glitter is gradually stretched with a brush, reducing the concentration. If liquid varnish with glitter is used, it is also applied in a thin strip and washed with a brush in the desired direction.
- The final stage is applying topcoat and drying.
Red color
At the same time, red should definitely be considered a classic color. However, you should be prepared for the fact that making a successful manicure with a red stretch is much more difficult than with the colors that we looked at earlier.
Classic red is quite bright and striking, and therefore will always attract attention.
The most popular partner for red is usually black, which, on the contrary, does not attract attention to itself.
In other words, those with short nails need to be especially careful when using red and this technique in general, and this is true for both vertical and horizontal color transition lines.
Manicure design
Just because you're doing a manicure with stretching doesn't mean you have to stop there.
Despite the fact that moderation should always be taken, we recommend that you pay attention to a manicure with an additional pattern or ornament.
The combination of a gradient and an additional pattern looks very fresh and interesting, and therefore will appeal to many girls, although it is much more difficult to implement such an idea, and therefore it will not be very easy to do such a manicure on your own.
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