A pedicure done with gel polish gives its owner well-groomed and femininity. Even if this is a small, but very significant component of a girl’s irresistible image. The design, made with gel polish, makes it possible to maintain the appearance of the pedicure for a longer time and adds self-confidence. Next, we will bring to the attention of fashionistas the most current and fashionable types of gel polish pedicure.
Fashionable plain pedicure
Single-color pedicure has rapidly entered the list of stylish trends and is now increasingly found in pedicures. This design will fit perfectly into a festive, casual or business look. In addition, minimalism and naturalness are back in fashion. For a modest design, use a moderate and restrained palette of pastel or nude tones. For a more eye-catching design, pay attention to dark and bright colors. It is very fashionable to perform a monochromatic manicure with a pedicure. Also, the pedicure may differ from the color scheme of the manicure itself. In any design, a plain pedicure will look irresistible and fashionable.
#3 Fashionable shellac pedicure with foil
Foil is another popular trend in recent seasons. Girls have long learned to create stylish shiny nail art with manicure foil on their own. Shellac and foil look great in one tandem and are practically no different from gel polish designs.
The trend is monochromatic nail art with silver and gold foil, light designs with multi-colored rainbow foil. The good thing about the foil design is that it can be created in a matter of minutes, can be easily combined with most shades, and looks elegant and stylish.
French pedicure
French design is an excellent option for pedicures. This option will fit perfectly into any look and can harmonize with any manicure design, which is of great importance when creating a harmonious appearance. One of the most trending ideas is to create a smile using iridescent glitter. You can use any tone, the main thing is that it complements and does not overload the pedicure. Very often, when designing, they use the moon manicure technique with a classic smile; this combination looks gentle and sophisticated. To create an original and interesting design, use foil to decorate the edge of the nail plate.
#1 Stylish shellac pedicure with silver
Shiny textures dominate not only in clothing decor, but also in nail design. Sequins, foil, and glitter have become such commonplace decor that they easily fit into everyday nail art.
The following nail art designs are trending:
- monochromatic coating of nails with shellac and silver glitter - absolutely any shades are used, such as light dusty tones, as well as black, burgundy, and blue.
- design with geometry and silver – laconic nail art with silver stripes as an accent is trending
- floristry - silver is also a kind of accent here that refreshes the manicure, makes the design more noticeable and brighter
- French with glitter - silver is used to highlight the edge of the nail and the root zone
The matte texture goes well with silver glitter. Use alternating shades, openwork patterns, generously sprinkled with dry glitter and acrylic.
Pedicure with an accent
A bright accent on a large nail looks very beautiful and attractive. As an attractive accent, you can use not only any tone of gel polish, but also various decor. The optimal solution would be to decorate with floral designs, slider patterns, geometric motifs, mica, sequins and bouillons. It is best to place the emphasis on the thumb so that the design stands out.
#3 French and lunar pedicure
French and lunar pedicure are an excellent solution for everyday and formal nail decoration. Choose shades and decor depending on the image you want to create.
Among the trends of the current season are:
- French with glitter along the edge of the nail plate - you can use silver, gold, rainbow glitter with a variety of shades of gel polish
- a combination of a French manicure and a moon manicure – the design visually stretches the nails and makes them neater
- A French jacket with inlay is an excellent solution for a summer look. Stones and bouillons on the big toe will not interfere when wearing open shoes. Rhinestones can be laid out in the root zone to highlight a geometric pattern.
- French foil - instead of gel polish, use a stamp with manicure foil to highlight the edges of the nail. The design looks modern and stylish.
Nude pedicure with gel polish
A moderate and modest pedicure, performed in a nude tone, is distinguished by its tenderness. To slightly diversify the design, use various additions, for example, drawings in the style of minimalism, glitter, rhinestones, rubbing or broken glass. All this will add a special charm to the pedicure and make it stunning. Do not exclude an accent in the form of bright gel polish on a large nail.
Pedicure at home - step by step
You can apply gel polish to your nails at home.
The material is applied very simply; an ultraviolet lamp is required for polymerization.
To become a nail service specialist, you must:
- UV lamp;
- base coat;
- top coating;
- gel polish products;
- nail degreaser;
- de-sticking liquid;
- cotton pads;
- pedicure accessories.
Stage 1: preparatory. First, particles of the previous coating are removed, the cuticle is processed, and the surface of the heels is cleaned. A file is used to give the nail a shape and the surface of the nail is polished with a buff. Afterwards, the stickiness is removed with a clinser.
Stage 2: degrease the nail surface, apply a base product, then a primer, dry for about a minute, cover with a base and soak for 2 minutes under ultraviolet rays.
Stage 3: the nail is covered with the first layer of gel and placed in the lamp for approximately 2 minutes, then the procedure is repeated.
Stage 4: top coat is applied and cured with ultraviolet light for no more than 3 minutes.
Stage 5: stickiness is removed, the cuticle is softened with oil.
The entire pedicure ceremony takes approximately one and a half hours.
The next pedicure session can be repeated after 1-1.5 months.
Dark pedicure with gel polish
A dark pedicure certainly looks fashionable and beautiful on your nails. Blue, black, dark green or burgundy design will be a universal option. A combined pedicure with a light accent on several nails should not be ruled out. It is on them that you can create an unobtrusive pattern or paint sliders. On a dark base, additional decor looks much more beautiful, which adds charm and elegance to the overall pedicure design.
#4 Pedicure with sliders: bright design for every day
Is it worth placing a design on the legs using sliders, stamping, etc.? Will they look appropriate and beautiful? It's all about moderation; choose small but clear patterns for your pedicure. They should be clearly visible on the nails and not merge into one continuous spot.
These patterns include:
- floristry – one large flower on the thumb or sliders with small wildflowers look beautiful
- fruits - looks especially beautiful in combination with yellow, red, blue tones. Use sliders with a white base; they will look better on your nails than transparent ones.
- animal themes - leopard, tiger, zebra patterns are trending. The design looks great in light colors with animal accents on 1-2 fingers.
Pedicure with gel polish with geometry
Geometric shapes have been included in the list of fashion trends for several years now. This design attracts with its elegance and severity. Dots, stripes, triangles, circles and squares - you can safely apply all this to your nails. Of course, when performing a pedicure, you should place jewelry more carefully so as not to overload the design. The combination of geometric shapes with negative space looks very nice. This design can be done in moderate or contrasting tones.
Fashionable colors
From year to year, the colors of patterned pedicures do not undergo major changes, only the shades of the basic colors change. Fans of absolutely any color scheme will find the shade that suits their taste.
In summer, all shades of blue, yellow, turquoise and crimson are in fashion. With the onset of cooler weather, shades of burgundy, coral, red, black, gold and silver are returning to everyday life.
All year round, women's devotion to calm beige and pinkish shades of nude remains constant.
And remember, no matter what color and pattern you choose, you always need to remember that it matches the individual image and the chosen “look”.
Pedicure with gel polish with drawings
Pedicurists provide a wide range of patterns to choose from. These are: floral motifs, inscriptions, predatory prints, minimalist images and much more. This pedicure will look stylish and irresistible. With the right choice of pedicure decoration, the girl’s legs will deserve special attention. Place the designs on one large nail and get an amazing effect.
Shellac pedicure technology
Today shellac is known in every nail salon and it is better to entrust this procedure to a master so that the coating looks neat. Nail treatment in a salon looks like this:
- First, a foot bath is done to steam the feet.
- The old skin is then removed.
- The length and shape of the nails are adjusted.
- Covered with shellac.
- The design is being created.
The entire procedure takes from 1 to 3 hours. You will need no more than an hour if your feet are well-groomed; if your feet are in poor condition, the procedure may take more than 3 hours.
Pedicure with decor
When using decor, the desired effect is of great importance. If this is a moderate and delicate design, then you cannot do without glitter, rhinestones or beads. For a brighter and more eye-catching pedicure, you can safely use adhesive tape, foil, kamifubuki, broth, rubbing, and broken glass. It is best to place jewelry on a large nail to focus attention on a fashionable pedicure with gel polish.
When choosing a fashionable manicure, do not forget that it must be supplemented with a corresponding pedicure. The masters provided us with a large assortment and variations of gel polish pedicure. When choosing a design, you should take into account the features of the nail plate and the features of the image that needs to be complemented. You can completely transform the appearance by using unusual and beautiful decor. We brought to the attention of fashionistas all the most current and fashionable ideas for performing a stylish pedicure with gel polish. Choose the appropriate option and surprise with its beauty!
Shellac pedicure design
It's time to talk about the fun part: nail design with shellac. The most popular techniques today are:
- French shellac. Absolutely universal, suitable for everyone and any outfit. Always looks elegant and aristocratic. And what is especially valuable is that it is equally effective on nails of any shape and any length.
- Shellac gradient is a fascinating design. Color transitions always look impressive. The gradient can be horizontal or vertical. At the same time, a horizontal gradient is more suitable for long nails, while a vertical gradient is suitable for any length.
- Shellac with rhinestones. Pebbles and beads “sit” on the top coat or base without any glue. A pedicure with rhinestones always looks festive.
- Shellac with drawings and stickers can add extravagance to the look.
- Shellac with foil will help you out when you don’t have time to create a pattern. Your nails will look spectacular.
- Shellac with stickers, with glitter, stamping shellac.
- Shellac with rubbing.
The choice is truly huge, and your imagination is unlimited. For lovers of monochromatic coatings, we will tell you about the most popular colors of this season.
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- Nude: pink, beige, creamy - an unmistakable choice in any circumstances.
- Red is also always in fashion. Moreover, there is a whole palette of different shades to choose from.
- Black shellac is very effective on short nails. Looks great in a lunar design using the French technique.
How long does a pedicure with gel polish last, and how often is correction needed?
A pedicure coated with gel polish should be worn for no more than 2-3 weeks, although toenails grow more slowly than fingernails.
But a longer absence of correction in this case is more dangerous. The slightly grown edge rests on the shoe. And this leads to increased stress on the nails. They may begin to peel, and your fingers may hurt. There is a danger of nails detaching from the bed, deformation, and onycholysis. Therefore, correction should be carried out every 2-3 weeks. It depends on the growth rate of the plates, everything is individual.
Metallic
A brilliant new product that has captivated many fashionistas. Chrome pigment can be applied to any color and catches gorgeous highlights. Metallic nails look great on any nails of our feet and go well with denim and any open shoes.
It is necessary to dry the substrate 2-3 times longer than usual. Otherwise, the pigment will not lie tightly, but at intervals. It is recommended to rub it in using convenient means at hand:
- finger;
- silicone brush;
- eyeshadow applicator;
- sponge for foundation.
In order to protect the top from unwanted glitter, pour the required amount of ml into a special palette.
Photos of a pedicure with a silver metallic effect are presented below.
