Gel polish manicure lessons for beginners with video

Painting on nails is one of the ways not only to make your manicure original, but also to express your character through it. You can create drawings using a wide variety of methods and techniques. Also, the drawings themselves can be very different - ornaments, abstractions, pictures, patterns, prints and much more. In this material we will post video lessons on how to create designs on nails for beginners. However, girls who are experienced in this matter will be able to learn something new from these videos.

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What you need to paint gel polish on nails

It is a very common opinion that gel polish looks ideal only when applied in a single color. In fact, this is far from true. This varnish can not only last on your nails for quite a long period of time, but also decorate your manicure with a beautiful design in the form of various patterns.

A boring drawing can be easily removed or replaced by another. For these purposes, the base varnish coating is repainted, and artistic compositions are made on its surface.

To perform a high-quality manicure using gel polish, you will need the following tools and materials:

Professional nail polishing;
Basic coating;
Gel polish of different colors;
Finish coating;
Sticky layer remover;
Lint-free wipes;
UV lamp;
Special liquid for removing gel coating;
To create an aquarium composition, you will need a transparent gel polish;
If you want a French manicure, then you need to purchase a pink tone of varnish and a white camouflage one;
Fan brush and paint brushes of different sizes;
Decorating materials such as foil, glitter or mica;
Palette and dots.

What tools are used to create designs and patterns in manicure?

At first, you can use ordinary products that are easy to find at home. A needle or toothpick, tape, or brushes will help you paint on your nails. For decoration, you can take scraps of fabric. To work you also need a nail file, cotton swabs, varnishes and nail polish remover.

These are definitely not the most convenient, but the most accessible tools. You need to handle the needle carefully, and when using tape, you need to wait a long time for it to dry. But even with such simple devices you can paint your nails. First you need to practice to get your hands on the easy elements. After this, it will be easier to recreate complex patterns and details.

Important! More professional tools – brushes, stamps, airbrush. They allow you to make clear and beautiful drawings without unnecessary problems, but they are not particularly suitable for study (except for a set of brushes for beginners).

Stamps do not give any idea about the drawing process, because the patterns are applied in the easiest way. An airbrush is useless in inexperienced hands. The simplest option is water stickers. With their help, unique patterns on nails are created for beginners in stages (photo below).

When is voluminous nail design appropriate?

Remember, at one time there was a craze for volumetric elements on nails? At the same time, the length of the extended nails was, to put it mildly, excessive. We are against such overkill and believe that any art (and three-dimensional modeling is a wonderful art!) should be harmonious. Therefore, we recommend, firstly, not to decorate all nails with volumes (1-2 on each hand is enough). This design will look organic and beautiful as a daily option. Secondly, if you nevertheless choose to decorate a larger number of nails, then try to time it to coincide with a specific celebration (wedding, anniversary, etc.), at which a somewhat flashy manicure will be very useful.

How to choose manicure courses?

In order to quickly master nail painting techniques, you should turn to professionals or take courses. During the learning process, teachers will help you place your hand and avoid mistakes.

When choosing courses, follow simple rules:

Learning how to paint your own nails is not as difficult as it seems. You can practice each element on paper, then on tips, and only then apply it to the nail. The processing process can take a long time. The reward for your patience and work will be a beautiful manicure with a design.

Scotch tape will help us

Another simple way to achieve a chic manicure that even beginners can do is to create a nail design using ordinary tape.

There are a huge number of options for using adhesive tape in the home. Therefore, it is not at all surprising that modern girls have found a use for it in creating manicures.

Before you begin the process of creating a nail design, you need to prepare the necessary tools for this, namely: several varnishes of different colors, a fixative and, in fact, tape.

Algorithm for creating such a pattern on nails:

The first step when creating any manicure is to apply a base coat to the nail. This method is no exception.
After the base has completely dried, a stencil of the chosen shape, cut out from tape, should be glued to the nail.
Then you should apply the remaining polish to the nail and wait for it to dry completely.
At the end, all the work done must be covered with a fixative.
It should be remembered that using this method you can achieve different effects, even creating a French jacket. If you are new to creating nail designs, then you need to trust not only your creativity and imagination, but also listen to the advice of experienced stylists. A good specialist will always advise you on the correct techniques for creating a good nail design and inform you about new fashion trends.

Sooner or later, every girl thinks about how great it would be to learn how to paint on nails no worse than the masters in the salon. But what seems simple turns out to be a virtuoso work. You should start with light drawings and patterns that will help you get better at making truly luxurious designs in the future.

Tips and tricks

Often girls are interested in how to make drawings with gel polish. To make your nail design successful, you need to follow some tips and recommendations while working. The main rule when working with gel coating is to degrease your nails before applying it. Due to this, there is a more reliable adhesion of the varnish to the nail plate. Otherwise, after a few days the gel coating will swell and air bubbles will form.

The gel layer should be thin and uniform. Otherwise your nails will look too rough. You should not allow the coating at the tip of the nails to be thicker than at the base. Be sure to dry your nails under a lamp after each layer. Do not allow the gel to get on the skin of your fingers or flow onto the cuticle. This will make the manicure seem sloppy.

Thus, you can make a beautiful manicure using gel polish at home. But during the design process, you must follow the recommendations of professionals, otherwise the coating will turn out to be of poor quality. As for the drawing, it can be anything. The main thing is to choose the right colors.

Where to start drawing

To make the process of painting on nails enjoyable and effective, you should prepare your hands for the procedure. To do this, a series of manipulations are performed prior to any manicure. You need to remove the cuticles - cut or dissolve. You cannot be zealous in this matter, because the cuticle protects the root plate from infections, so its complete removal leads to inflammation. There are living and dead parts of the cuticle, and only the dead part can be removed.

After the cuticle comes the free tip of the nail plate. The surface must be disinfected and cleaned. Giving any shape must follow the instructions. You cannot hold the nail file at an arbitrary angle, as this will damage the tip and subsequently crack.

After washing, the nails should be degreased. The surface is polished and burrs are removed. You should not resort to drawing without a clear plan, otherwise the drawing will not turn out beautiful. At the first failures, you should not give up, because nail art requires attentiveness and patience.

Using gel polish

Gel polish is a nail coating that is very popular. After all, thanks to its use, the surface of the nail is strengthened, so it does not break for a long time. So, a manicure done using gel will last for several weeks without changing its external characteristics. Depending on the manufacturer, there are varnishes with varying degrees of stickiness and viscosity.

With its help, you can draw designs on both natural and extended nails. The gel needs to be dried only using a special device - LED or UV lamp. The first option is considered better because the nails dry within 30 seconds rather than 2 minutes.

Selection of coatings for manicure

Today, manufacturers are ready to offer masters a huge selection of products for creating manicures. One of the most popular new products is long-term coatings, the only drawback of which is the need to purchase special tools and auxiliary products, as well as study the features and application technology of each of them.

Gel polish

Nail design for beginners (step-by-step photos will help you understand the process of creating a manicure) using gel polish is easy to do if you perform the application technique correctly. This coating became a compromise between extensions and regular varnish.

The basis of gel polish is acrylate, which hardens under the influence of UV and LED rays. They are emitted by special lamps, which are used by craftsmen when creating designs.

The procedure for applying gel polish consists of several stages:

Filing the nail.
Treating the nail plate with a degreasing agent.
Applying base coat.
Applying the first layer of gel polish.
Applying a second layer of gel polish.
Applying the finishing coat.
Removing the sticky layer.
Treating cuticles with special oil.

Removing gel polish from nails should only be done by a professional, as it is impossible to do this procedure yourself. Removal of the coating begins with sawing off its top layer. After this, a special solvent is applied to the nail and left for about 15 minutes. After the specified time, the technician removes the remaining coating.

Gel polish has many positive characteristics:

The composition of gel polish is unique. It does not contain strong allergens and toxins.
This coating is not capable of causing allergic reactions on the skin.
The gel polish contains many useful substances that help strengthen your nails.
This coating is considered one of the most durable. Manicure correction will be needed no earlier than after 2 weeks.
The coating does not change its attractive appearance and structure.
Gel polish can withstand a variety of loads, including frequent cleaning and washing dishes.
Protects long nails from brittleness.

Shellac

Shellac was invented by CDN. The coating transformed the salon manicure service and took it to a new level.

Shellac is applied to the nail plate according to the standard scheme:

Degreasing the nail using special means.
Applying a special base to the nail plate.
Application of color coating.
Fixing the coating using a special product.
Removing the sticky layer.
Treating cuticles with oil.

Each layer is fixed using a special ultraviolet lamp. Removal of the coating from the nail plate is carried out without cutting down the nail. This helps protect it from damage.

To remove shellac, the master applies a special solvent to the nail, after which the finger is wrapped in foil and left in this form for 10 minutes. After the specified time has passed, the master removes the shellac from the nails.

The advantages of shellac include:

no need to file the nail and use a primer;
ease of removal of the coating;
absence of such components as dibutyl phthalate, toluene and formaldehyde;
quick application.

Negative characteristics:

The solvent used to remove the coating includes acetone. This substance can greatly dry out the nail plate;
short wearing period. A manicure created using shellac needs correction after 10-14 days.

Acrylic paints

Nail designs can also be made with acrylic paints. Step-by-step instructions for beginners and photos will help beginners understand the intricacies of this skill. Acrylic is a mixture of liquid and special powder.

The technology for applying this material involves an external effect on the nail plate, which has both positive and negative characteristics.

The advantages include:

creating the effect of natural nails;
protection of nails from external influences;
durability of the coating. Acrylic lasts on nails for up to 4 weeks;
simple process of removing the coating;
strengthening nails.

Negative features and nuances:

the need to apply a coating to the overgrown part of the nail;
the presence of substances in acrylic that can cause an allergic reaction;
the price for a manicure created using acrylic will be higher.

Acrylic cannot cure nails. This coating only protects them from external irritants.

Volumetric designs on nails with gel polish

Sea shell

For this easy gel polish nail design, we will need just one color of polish and a medium-length manicure brush.

Execution steps:

Sand the base color of the gel polish until it becomes matte.
Using a brush and polish, draw lines from the edge of the nail towards the cuticle.
It is imperative to change the pressure on the brush so that the line becomes thinner as it approaches the cuticle.
You need to make several such lines throughout the nail to create a pattern that resembles a seashell.
To make the drawing three-dimensional, you need to apply another layer of varnish along the lines.
We must dry each layer in a lamp.

For such a pattern, gel polishes of the same tone or different colors can be used.

Modeling pattern

For such a beautiful design on nails with gel polish, we will need two polishes with contrasting colors, a brush and a buff.

Drawing technique:

We cover the nails with the main color of gel polish.
Using a brush and gel polish of a contrasting color, we make a few strokes on the nails to create a flower.
To create volume, the contours of the flower must be applied in two layers. Be sure to dry each layer in a lamp.
We cover the nail with a thin layer of base varnish so that the design is completely painted over. Dry it in a lamp.
To better highlight the drawing, you need to polish the contours with a corner of the buff.
We cover the nails with the finish and dry them in a lamp.

Using a needle

The easiest way to create an unsurpassed manicure are patterns created using the most ordinary nail polish. In order to create such a manicure, you will need several varnishes (the more varnishes are used, the more interesting and unique the finished work will be) and a regular needle. When choosing the color of varnishes, special attention should be paid to the fact that effective combinations should be created in contrasting shades; if this is not possible, then simply different colors will suit the wave. If you do not pay attention to this issue, then the created pattern on the nails will merge and will not produce the desired effect.

The technology for making such a pattern is quite simple:

First you need to cover the entire surface of the nail plate with colorless varnish. This simple procedure will help protect your nails from all kinds of damage when working with a sewing needle.
After the clear varnish has completely dried, you need to apply one coat of the base varnish, which will serve as a tone. If the color of the varnish you have chosen is not saturated enough, this procedure can be repeated again.
Depending on which design scheme you have chosen for your nails, you need to make small dots or lines without waiting for the background varnish to dry completely.
Using a needle you need to create the selected pattern. To do this, you need to carefully mix the varnishes with each other.
After complete drying, the finished drawing must be coated with a fixative. This will extend the life of your manicure.

Just like with, beginners can work with a thin brush. The vast majority of products have a very long brush, which is practically unsuitable for comfortable work, especially for those who do not have sufficient experience. Experts recommend practicing on paper before applying. This will help rid your nails of the excessive influence of acetone on them.

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Simple manicure with a needle

Manicurists can create truly complex and beautiful designs with a needle. But since the article is devoted to simple nail design for beginners, I offer you a very simple video tutorial on how to create a manicure using a needle. It looks almost like a water manicure, but doesn't require as much effort.

Gradient on nails

Many people love a beautiful transition of color on their nails, but not many can easily create such a design on their nails. But everything will become much easier if you know one manicure life hack. You can quickly and easily create a gradient on your nails using a sponge and eye shadow. All you need to do is coat your nails with varnish, which will be the main color in the manicure, and wait until the varnish dries, but does not dry completely. After this, apply eye shadow of a matching color using a sponge and cover the nail with clear varnish.

Another easy way to spice up your manicure is to add glitter to it. You can use varnishes with glitter or, again, eye shadow.

And one more important point. If drawing on your nails is difficult for you (especially with your left hand!), then start with a simple manicure, where the drawing is done on only one nail.

After all, it’s always easier to draw or write something on one nail and you’ll definitely succeed. And over time, your skills will get better and better and you will be able to move on to more complex drawings. Have a great manicure everyone!

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Glitter stretch

The most impressive design is made using shiny gel polish.

What you will need:

gel polish with glitter;
fan-shaped manicure brush.

First, choose where the shiny stretch will come from: from the base or edge of the nail. In this place the concentration of sparkles will be greater, and then will disappear. A strip of shiny gel polish 1-2 mm wide is applied to the selected beginning of the design. Then, using a fan brush, stretch this strip to the other side of the nail and dry the layer. Repeat these steps about 3 times. Each time, apply the strip thinner and stretch it less and less.

Instructions for creating beautiful designs with gel polish

Constant experimentation with applying designs to nails will be excellent practice for novice nail artists. Before the girl has time to look back, ideas will be born in her head instantly, and the result will exceed all expectations. Let's try to analyze step by step the options for beautiful drawings for beginners in this creativity.

Option one

With this method of application, all the work will be done using an ordinary needle (you can use a toothpick).

You can also apply drawings to a helium surface using acrylic paints:

Cover your nails with a base coat.

After drying, decide on the choice of background and cover all nails.

Use a needle to mark the dots of the future design or other patterns using the wet varnish.

Using a needle, carefully begin painting, mixing colors; if the design provides for clear lines, then do them with great care.

Dry the finished manicure under the lamp and secure with top coat.

Option two

This application system is ideal for beginners, and the tool used is the same needle and several shades of coating:

Apply a colorless base to the nail plate and dry.
Complete the background using a matte shade.
While the varnish is still wet, make spot applications of a different color.
Using a thin needle, begin to make circular connections of drops, based on the idea of the future drawing.
Dry the drawing and secure with topcoat.

Option three

This method is performed using ordinary tape. No matter how surprising the method may seem, the drawing turns out to be very original:

Cover the nail plate with base and dry well.
From tape, cut out small geometric shapes and glue tightly onto the nail plate.
Cover your nails with any color.
After drying, carefully remove the tape with smooth movements.
For added effect, cover the entire manicure with a clear coat.

Option four

With such an easy creative process, an example of applying patterns with various varnishes will be given.

Painting called nail is distinguished by its simplicity and justified result:

It’s worth starting again with a basic application.
Apply a background in any color scheme.
Make any drawing using painting varnish, which has a special thin brush.
Use the finishing coat to secure it.

Option five

The means at hand often come to the rescue. For example, an ordinary helium pen is capable of miracles. With its help you can create a masterpiece on your nails

An important feature is the fact that you do not need to learn to be confident in mastering such a tool.

In this application method, the drawing will be done with helium-based acrylic paints:

Tweak your nails and correct any imperfections with several coats of clear gel.
Squeeze several colors of acrylic paints onto a piece of foil, it will act as a palette.
Use your imagination and start making the same designs on each nail plate, and finally secure the composition with a finishing agent.

What to draw with?

Nail design for beginners step by step (photos will help you visualize the work process) is described in instructions that should be followed correctly. Tools, which are divided into professional and for home use, play an important role in the design of designs and decor on nails.

Tassels

A brush for drawing small elements - with short bristles, tapering at the end, suitable for drawing lines and shadows, with which you can add volume to the image.

Flat brush – with a wide working surface, suitable for filling. It will help you create gradient designs on your nails and mix paints to get the desired shade. Used for drawing elements such as flowers and leaves using the ombre technique, distributing sparkles.

Fan style - suitable for experienced craftsmen. Externally, the brush looks like a fan, thanks to the fibers diverging to the sides. Suitable for working with glitter and for creating textured designs of varying degrees of complexity. Liner is a thin brush for drawing thin strokes, small elements: to delimit the tip of the nail when creating a French manicure.

Dots

A dot is a thin stick with a metal ball at the end. Using tools with different head sizes, you can adjust the volume of elements when designing - from small dots to large patterns (flowers, butterflies).

Needles

A tool with a plastic handle and a sharp metal needle at the end. For home use, a regular sewing needle is suitable.

It is better to use a thin one, since novice craftsmen cannot work quickly, and the varnish has time to dry. A thick needle in such cases will leave stripes and scratches along the gap of the nail plate.

Toothpicks

For painting on nails, ordinary toothpicks are suitable; they do not scratch the nail plate, but are quite sharp. Therefore, it will be possible to accurately draw small details of the image.

Pieces of tulle

When using this method, a pattern resembling lace is obtained. To do this you will need a piece of tulle with a small pattern. Next, the nails are processed as with regular painting (degreased, covered with a base and the selected varnish for 2 layers).

After the varnish has dried slightly, a piece of tulle matching the design is applied to the nail plate, pressed tightly for a couple of seconds and carefully removed. The result is an imprint of the pattern, which is covered with a clear or finishing varnish.

Foil

Using foil in nail design will help to realize any ideas: combine a coating with a glossy or matte surface in a manicure, combine different colors.

Foil can be plain or with a pattern, with embossing or imitation engraving, with a protective film. Packaging format: rolls, sheets or strips of different colors and textures.

Sponge

With its help, you get an interesting effect of a smooth transition of colors from dark to light shades, which, if desired, is complemented by a pattern. The appearance, uniformity and density of the coating depends on the degree of porosity of the sponge.

Scotch

To create a design on your nails, you will need stationery tape. With its help you can get clear geometric patterns. The cut strips or figures are applied to the nail plate in a random or sequential order.

Stamping

Nail design for beginners step by step (photos are presented for visual viewing of sequential actions) is described in instructions, which differ from each other depending on what decor is used. It’s worth doing everything in the order indicated in order to get high-quality nail art.

Stamping technology involves transferring a design from a disc to a nail plate using a special stamp.

What tools are used:

A metal plate with an outline embossed on the surface. The number and size of designs on discs vary. As for the theme, these are geometric, floral, openwork patterns.
A small stamp with a silicone or rubber pad, with the help of which the design is transferred to the nail plate.
A scraper is a thin plate used to remove excess varnish from a disc. The paint remains only in the recesses of the outline, the drawings are clear, neat and do not smear.

The stamping technique is convenient, and the result is much better than using nail stickers. Stamping materials and kits can be purchased in the store or ordered online.

Sliders

Sliders are stickers with an image on a film base. They resemble decals and work on the same principle. The design is separated from the base under the influence of water and transferred to the nails. The thin sticker easily takes the shape of the nail plate, and after drying it adheres tightly to the surface of the nail.

The sliders look neat, the borders of the sticker are invisible. They are easy to work with, the stickers do not curl when applied, and if you fail to place them correctly, the mistake is easy to correct.

Powders

Acrylic powder (powder) is used to create any type of manicure. From simple, discreet designs for everyday wear to nail designs for special occasions (with textured elements, patterns and stucco).

Name	Application	Decorative effect
Transparent (matte)	Strengthening and extension of the nail plate	Volumetric elements, modeling
White powder	Decorating the edge of the nail	Drawing a smile line in a French manicure
Camouflage	Leveling, smoothing out irregularities and nail defects	_
Brilliant	Bright accents in manicure (full coverage or drawing of pattern details)	Bright color and shine. For everyday wear, it is better to use an option with an emphasis on one or two nails
Neon	Decorative coating	Nails glow under neon lights (for example, in a club).
Colored	Nail design	Colored textured patterns, stucco molding, ornament

Training cards, stencils

To learn the intricacies of drawing complex elements, it is worth practicing on special cards or stencils. Training cards are used to clearly draw elements.

Training cards are divided into:

basic ones, which will help you understand the main principles of drawing elements;
simple (lines, strokes, curls);
complex (composing compositions from several types of elements).

Dot designs on nails with gel polish

Flower

On the base varnish we place several dots of acrylic paint so that we get a flower. The points should touch tightly. The center of the flower can be made with acrylic paint of a different color.

Flower with elongated petals

Cover the nail with the main color of gel polish. We put a dot with dot, and then stretch it out so that we get petals.

Rows of dots

Using dotters with tips of different sizes, you can make a series of dots in which each subsequent dot will be smaller than the previous one.
With the help of a dotter, you can make a variety of drawings, the outline of which will be dots.

How to paint with nail polish?

The varnish has a thick texture and dries quickly in air. Therefore, it is difficult to paint on it with a brush. It is suitable for elementary drawings made on a wet layer with a needle or dots.

The downside of this manicure is that it doesn't last long. Rarely does polish last on your nails for a week. It is suitable for those who like to change their image.

A simple application technique is suitable for girls with no experience in nail design.

We have prepared for you simple instructions on how to design nails with varnish:

Apply the background color of polish to the treated nails.
Place dots of a contrasting color on the still damp surface with a brush or dot and gently stretch. This way you can make petals or artistic patterns.

When choosing a nail polish for nail design, pay attention to the pigment. It should not be transparent, otherwise the drawing will be dull, almost invisible

Gel polish removal process

Under no circumstances should you remove gel polish from the nail surface without first softening it - scratches and snags will remain, which will greatly spoil the appearance of your nails. To speed up the process, you can use a buff - it will help remove remnants of gel polish and remove the dispersed layer.

Cut pieces from a napkin or cotton pad, the size of which should be slightly larger than the shape of the nail.
Wet the resulting piece with nail polish remover and place it on the nail surface. The gel will soften and begin to peel off.
We wrap each finger with foil and go about our business for about fifteen to twenty minutes.
Unroll the foil and remove the cotton pieces.
Using an orange stick or cotton pads, remove the remaining gel polish. Repeat the softening procedure if necessary.
Polish the nails thoroughly with a nail file.
Using scented soap, wash your hands thoroughly.
After all of the above, apply your favorite moisturizer to your fingers.

Matte manicure with gel polish

This year, matte manicure is on the list of the most fashionable trends. The secret of popularity lies in the ease of application and the achievement of an incredibly effective combination with other textures. Matte manicure looks very unusual and impressive.

A manicure with a matte finish will suit every girl and will go with any image. The coating can be done in a single color or try to complement it with glossy varnishes. Make various patterns, geometric shapes, decorate with sparkles and rhinestones ─ just use a little imagination. In any case, the tone of the coating should depend on the event for which it is being performed.

Whatever pattern or application method is chosen, it is important to remember that the matte finish is very easily soiled. Due to the rough surface, dirt gets on it, which looks like worn suede leather

Therefore, you need to take into account that on a light manicure, the stained areas will be very noticeable. To avoid this effect, choose dark shades of coating.

If you really want to do a matte French manicure using a pale pink shade, then buy more liquid to remove the matte gel coating; you should always have it on hand. If your nail is dirty, you just need to wipe it a little with the product and everything will be perfect again.

How to paint with gel paint on nails?

Gel paints have high density and pigmentation. They are easy to draw various design elements, including fine lines and raised details. It won't spread. Usually one layer is enough for the image to be bright.

Step-by-step instructions on how to paint with gel paint on nails:

Apply gel paint to the finished manicure covered with top coat.
Start drawing from the central element.
Dry the final result in a lamp.
Cover with top coat if desired.

Choose gel paints from trusted manufacturers. Cheap options often turn out to be fakes. They apply poorly and are of poor quality.

Experiment with gel paints from different manufacturers. Only through experience can you choose the best option for yourself. Keep in mind that the paint color should be rich. The consistency should not be liquid so that it does not spread during drying in the lamp.