One of the most important trends in the world of nail design in 2017 was the mirror coating. With it, marigold look perfectly smooth, and glare and reflections attract the attention of others. In addition, this design is suitable for combination with any set of clothes, so it can rightly be called universal.
Mirror manicure: current trends 2017
Despite the fact that fashion is natural, yet this design option looks much better on nails of medium length or long. Moreover, the form can be any, but the most relevant are almond-shaped and oval. The square shape still remains in trend, but with smooth corners.
As for the color range of mirror manicure, the most fashionable in 2017 will be golden and silver shades. However, you can experiment with other tones. White, pink, blue and purple shades look very beautiful and not less impressive.
Mirror design techniques
Manicure with a mirror effect can be done not only in a beauty salon, but also at home. To do this, do not need special skills: a high probability that everything will be done from the first time.
There are several techniques that allow you to create a mirror effect. Each of them has both advantages and disadvantages. It is also worth noting that the result will differ somewhat from each other. Therefore, choose the technology, the result of which you enjoy the most and feel free to proceed with the implementation.
Mirror lacquer
Different manufacturers, starting with luxury and ending with the budget, presented a collection of varnishes with a reflective effect. Of course, they give a more subdued gloss, but this is offset by a simple application technology. The advantages include a wide color palette, which allows you to choose for yourself the perfect option.
Separately, it is worth noting gel varnishes. In their collections there are also varnishes that allow you to achieve a mirror shine. Unlike the previous version, this one will stick on the nails much longer. In addition, the surface of the nails will be perfectly flat and durable. However, this option is suitable only for those girls who have special equipment in the form of a lamp for drying gel polish.
Manicure with reflective film
One of the easiest ways to create stunningly beautiful manicure is to use a reflective film. But to make it at home you need to prepare the following materials:
- basis under a varnish;
- orange stick;
- the reflective film of the color you like;
- base varnish;
- clear nail polish.
First, we recommend to make a hygienic manicure, so that the coating was perfect. Then we apply the base under the lacquer, which will align the nail plate and provide additional protection. Carefully paint the nails with colored lacquer that matches the foil tone and wait for drying.
Apply a clear lacquer on each nail alternately and apply a foil to the sticky layer, then press it down. Level the irregularities with an orange stick and separate unnecessary foil residues. This is the last step, as the finish coating can remove the mirror shine.
False nails with a mirror effect
Not everyone will like this method. However, it has several advantages. First, such a manicure will have a stunning brilliance. Secondly, the shape of the nails will remain the same and the risk that you break the nail will decrease. Thirdly, this technology does not greatly harm the nail plate, so they can be quite easily restored.
However, there are certain disadvantages. Independently choose the shape and length of false nails can be problematic. Therefore, we recommend that you contact the experts who will select the tips in accordance with your every nail. Another disadvantage associated with their removal. The fact is that at home you risk damaging your nails. Best of all, the master at the beauty salon will do it.
Manicure with mirror stickers
Shining manicure can be made even easier by using special stickers. Surely you have seen sets of such stickers, which consist of ten pieces and have the shape of a marigold. This coating is quite resistant to damage, so you can wear it for at least one week.
Initially, we recommend to make a hygienic manicure so that the design looks good. Then degrease the nails with nail polish remover and select stickers for each of them that fit the width.
To prevent mirror stickers from peeling off, first you need to warm them up for a minute, attaching them to a desk lamp. Only then can they be applied alternately to each nail. Leveling is best using a simple napkin. You can make a manicure a little more durable by applying a clear varnish.
Unlike other methods, stickers can be used to create an unusual French or lunar manicure with a mirror effect.
Mirror rub
In 2017, the rub-in manicure became especially popular.This material in appearance resembles powder or finely ground powder.
Thanks to this structure, it turns out to create the perfect shine on the nails. You can buy it in every store that specializes in nail products or order online.
First you need to cover your nails with a colorless base, which serves as a kind of protection. The next step is to apply black paint. Then sprinkle alternately each nail with a rub and a special sponge rubbing it to obtain the desired effect. To fix this nail design is best transparent lacquer.
Each of the presented methods allows you to create a really beautiful and stylish nail design with a reflective effect. They look different, but they are all incredibly beautiful, so dare to experiment with options.
Do you do a mirror manicure or prefer the classic design options?
