It is generally accepted that the natural shape of nails is given to us genetically and it is impossible to correct it; you can only visually correct it using the right design or extensions. Yes, this is true - the shape of the nail plate is formed during the formation of the fetus and is a hereditary factor. However, this does not mean that it cannot be corrected. The simplest manicure procedures, which help to “discipline” even the most complex plates, can change the shape of nails, even if not radically.
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In this review, we will tell you in detail how to correct the shape of your nails at home.
Beautiful and ugly nail shapes
Nail art industry specialists distinguish five main plate shapes, which are most often found in women.
- Oval. The plate is distinguished by a deep nail bed, an ideal cuticle shape and smooth side ridges, the distance between which is one and a half times less than their height. Such nails are considered the most beautiful and do not need correction.
- Circle. Unlike oval nails, the distance between the side ridges is approximately equal to their height, and they diverge slightly towards the edge of the fingers. The cuticle is rounded.
- Square. The width of the nail plate is approximately equal to or greater than the depth. The side bolsters may widen slightly at the top. The cuticle has a straight or beveled cut.
- Rectangle. Such nails are quite narrow and are distinguished by the presence of a deep nail bed. The lateral ridges, like those of oval nails, are parallel. Most often, nails of this shape do not need correction and look quite attractive with normal care.
- Trapezoidal. The nail plate has a narrow base and sloped ridges to the sides. Correcting this shape is quite difficult and masters have to put a lot of time, effort and skill into giving the manicure an attractive appearance.
The shapes listed above, in addition to the ideal oval and beautiful rectangle, require special attention from the master, who will certainly try to bring the appearance of the nails closer to the correct proportions.
Fungal diseases
You can often become infected with fungus during the summer season. First of all, the fungus affects the nails on the lower extremities, and then the disease progresses, and the nail plates on the hands may be affected. The main signs of this disease are brittle nails and the appearance of bumps on them. In addition, longitudinal and transverse grooves may appear, which is also a sign of the appearance of a fungal disease or bacteria. In order to get rid of this problem, you need to seek help from a dermatologist, who in turn should prescribe the necessary tests and medications.
Safe ways to correct the shape of a plate
Most often, a certain shape of the plate is inherent in a person at the genetic level. However, it happens that a woman spoils it on her own with the help of bad habits or improper nail care. Nail art masters claim that a professionally selected and performed manicure will not only visually improve the shape, but also remove the consequences of previously performed procedures and even “force” the nails to change their appearance.
And if it is impossible to change the structure of the nail without resorting to surgery, then it is quite possible to correct the appearance of the nail plate.
Regular and properly done manicure will “discipline” your nails, which over time will bring their shape closer to ideal. Next, we’ll tell you how to correct the ugly shape of your nails using the skills of nail art specialists.
Correcting the trapezoidal plate
First, you need to stop cutting your nails too short, because such a procedure can cause the formation of an irregular shape.
When doing a manicure, try to narrow the free part of the nail as much as possible, freeing the plate from under the side rollers. File the side edges of your nails more often, trying to make them noticeably narrower than their natural width.
Don't forget about the cuticle. It must be regularly moved to the base, freeing the side edges.
If you constantly do a manicure, taking into account the recommendations given, working on the free edge, the nails will gradually narrow. An arched curve will also begin to form. Pushing back the cuticle will make the base wider. All this will gradually bring the shape closer to the ideal “oval”.
Changing square and round nails
In this case, the main task of manicure is to push back the cuticle, with maximum release of the nail bed.
You should also try to narrow the width of the plate. To do this, gradually file down the side edges to release the plate from under the side rollers.
Even a one-time procedure will help correct the shape and give the plate a more attractive appearance.
Gradually your nails will get used to the desired shape. Of course, they will not be perfect, but they will get closer to it. If you complement them with correctly selected nail art, no one will ever even think that you naturally have wide and ugly plates.
Correction using extensions
This is another very effective way to change the shape of the plate. Professional manicurists will give your nails the shape you have long dreamed of in the shortest possible time. You can add naturalness to your manicure using acrylic extensions.
You should also remember that the extension procedure depletes the nails, causing them to bend unnaturally. To prevent this from happening, special attention must be paid to health procedures - baths, vitamin varnishes and other strengthening manipulations.
Main types
Main types of nail shapes There are several main types of nail shapes that are performed more often than others. For example, this:
- Square.
- Oval.
- Almond.
- Stylet.
These forms are considered the most common and popular. They are done on both natural and extended nails. The almond shape is generally considered universal, since it suits every second girl. Elongated almonds give the hands elegance, femininity, sophistication and some aristocracy. For example, as in the photo, which shows a classic French jacket on this particular uniform.
Nail shape: elongated almond-shaped
However, the list does not end with the above. There are other, no less popular nail shapes. Using a file, the free edge of extended or natural nails can be easily filed to any shape, provided that the length is sufficient for the intended purpose.
You should be careful with shapes that imply the presence of sharp corners - if you move such nails carelessly, you can cause injury to yourself or someone else. For example, a small child.
Fixing the form with design
A carefully selected manicure design will also help correct the unattractive shape of your nails, giving them natural beauty and attractiveness.
We offer several interesting nail art ideas for fashionistas who have a far from ideal plate shape.
Negative space technique
A manicure made using this technique will not only become a fashionable and stylish addition to any outfit, but will also allow you to visually stretch out an overly wide plate. This will bring round or square nails as close as possible to a proportional oval.
The essence of this design is to cover the plate with colored varnish in the central part of the nail, leaving the edges near the side ridges unpainted. This approach will visually lengthen the nail and give your hands neatness and elegance.
You can visually stretch your nails using the opposite technique. Nail art experts advise covering only the edges of the nail with dark varnish, leaving the middle either unpainted, or painting it with a light varnish.
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Manicure in nude style
Nail art, done in a subdued pastel palette, is extremely popular and is among the most trendy options, regardless of the length and shape of the nails.
At the same time, the nude palette is actively used by stylists to visually correct the nail plate. By making a manicure using translucent and pastel shades, you can give your nails a well-groomed appearance, while they will not stand out too much and draw attention to themselves.
Minimalism and geometry
Simple and discreet geometry is perfect for creating stylish, but at the same time not flashy nail art. If you choose your design wisely, you can visually narrow and lengthen the nail plate. A print in the form of thin vertical stripes of a contrasting color will serve this role perfectly. A design created using shiny gold or silver decorative elements will look no less interesting.
Dark shades
The color of your manicure will also help correct unsightly nail shapes. Thus, dark and rich shades of varnish will visually narrow the plate. To obtain the desired effect, you can use a wide variety of colors - black, deep blue, green, wine. Short nails of any shape, made in this color scheme, will look perfect.
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cat's eye
This trendy design will be a real lifesaver for those fashionistas who cannot boast of an ideal plate shape. A straight line from the edge of the nail to its base, consisting of shiny microparticles collected together with a magnet, will visually lengthen the nail and make it more proportional.
You can also correct the plate using a dark coating with the addition of shimmer. Creating an effect similar to a cat's eye.
Red varnish
Nail art experts claim that red coating can be used on any nail shape. The main thing is to give them the correct shape and carefully apply the varnish.
Blue coating
Just like red, blue polish looks very advantageous on nails of any shape. This color is popular among both craftsmen and fashionistas themselves. Therefore, you should definitely try it in creating fashionable nail art.
French
A classic white or colored stripe can not only give the hands tenderness and grace, but also correct the imperfect shape of the nail. To create the most correct and laconic nail art, you should go to an experienced and trusted nail artist.
Now you know what kind of manicure will help correct the ugly shape of your nails, and photos of successful ideas will help you not to make a mistake in choosing the right nail art.
Author : Nadezhda Chernobay
Editor-in-Chief: Oksana Andrievskaya
How to fix it at home
Proper correction of a wide nail can make a manicure neat and feminine, but for this you need to pay attention to the peculiarities of the technique.
As a standard, you should find out the reason why the nail bed is wide. This is not always due to the girl’s genetic predisposition; sometimes the defect occurs due to the habit of biting nails, then it will have to be eliminated.
First, treat your hands and the tools you use with an antiseptic, and then you can start:
- Adjust the shape of the free edge with a file. Sharp corners should not be left, but from the beginning of the free edge (without touching the nail bed itself), eliminate the widening of the surface.
- Apply the remover to the cuticle.
- After a minute, use an orange stick or a metal pusher to move away the keratinized epidermis and lift its regrown part.
- Cut the cuticle with nippers or nail scissors; its base should be pushed back as far as possible and pressed against the nail.
- Use buff to polish the surface, removing uneven surfaces and cosmetic defects.
It is not recommended to cut down the length of the free edge too much, since the nails in this state will look wider.
After finishing the cuticle treatment, apply its essential oil or rich nourishing cream to prevent the rapid growth of the epidermis on the nail.
It is recommended to perform a basic manicure every 1.5-2 weeks, depending on the rate of nail growth. When performing gel polish, correction is usually carried out after 3 weeks.
Preparation for the procedure
Before you start decorating your nails, prepare all the necessary tools:
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- Nail scissors. Used to adjust the shape and shorten nails to the required length.
- Tweezers. Used to eliminate cuticles and hangnails.
- Files. Helps correct the shape and length of nails. There are these types:
- Disposable with a paper base, covered with graphite on top.
- Metal. Used for healthy, undamaged nail plates.
- Plastic. Suitable for natural nails.
- Glass. Used for filing thin, weak surfaces that have been chewed.
- Ceramic.
According to the grain size of the files, there are:
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Change the shape of your fingers and nails
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- Rough, for cutting down artificial materials (gel, acrylic).
- Medium, forms the length of the plate.
- Soft - for finishing.
- Very soft - for polishing.
For the procedure we will also need:
- Wooden sticks. With their help, they remove dirt under the nails and move the cuticles.
- Nail brush. Cleanses the skin of the hands and nail plate from impurities, softens rough skin.
- Nail polish remover. Removes old varnish and degreases the plate before painting.
- Cuticle softener. A special cream or liquid that softens the cuticle skin and slows down its growth in the future.
- White correction pencil. Colors the tips of the nails from the inside.
Long-term stress
To eliminate this cause of uneven nails, you should change your lifestyle, engage in active sports, and be less nervous. In addition, giving up bad habits will help a lot. They say that smokers' nails turn yellow from tobacco settling on them, and that alcoholics' nails peel and become very dry.
If you have noticed, getting rid of uneven nails is not only possible, but also necessary. When your nails are straight, your hands also look beautiful and well-groomed. Even if nature has not blessed you with ideally shaped nails, simply well-groomed manicured hands, a classic nail shape and clear or soft polish will add elegance and self-confidence to you.
