Every girl dreams of her hands being in perfect condition. Young ladies are constantly coming up with new ideas for designing their nails, which will allow them to get a beautiful and stylish manicure. Often in the world of nail art you can also find airbrushing on nails, which is done relatively simply, but looks very interesting and original.
What is airbrush?
The design of nails, in which the main tool is a special manicure airbrush, is called airbrushing. A special device sprays paint with adjustable intensity, and drawings can be applied either directly or using a stencil.
Using a manicure airbrush
A high-quality unit allows the nail art master to choose the thickness of the lines, so the drawings turn out realistic and voluminous, especially if the airbrush is in the hands of a real professional.
Types of airbrush
The pricing policy of special devices for spraying paints directly depends on the capabilities of the selected tool. Among the types of devices there are simpler or double options. The difference in quality and cost is colossal.
- Simple airbrushes apply paint under uniform pressure, but there is no way to regulate it. Also, the amount of pigment applied is difficult to control, which causes some inconvenience during work. Excessive consumption of coloring liquid is also possible. Typically used when working with stencils.
Simple airbrush - The double type of airbrushes is more practical. In addition to full control of the paint supply force, the unit allows you to apply lines of any thickness to the nail. It can also be used to create maximum image detail.
Double airbrush
Both one and the other cannot be used without additional tools and special materials. You can choose such accessories from a huge range of products and a variety of prices.
Useful tips
It is better to entrust airbrushing on nails to a professional master in a salon; if you do it yourself at home, the quality of the work will not allow you to wear a manicure for a long time.
Recommendations:
- You should not skimp on dyes. Cheap pigments can harm the nail plate.
- If paint gets on your skin, it can be washed off with a product designed to remove acrylic compounds.
- It is better to purchase airbrushes that have a lid on the tank. Devices with an open container require professional skills; paint may splash during operation.
Before applying a drawing, it is important to think through the entire composition in advance; this will reduce work time and avoid mistakes.
Materials and tools
Using an airbrush for nails is impossible without some additional accessories. The necessary materials and tools are not only paints and stencils, but also solvents and gun cleaning fluids.
Among the wide range of materials and tools, there are often not only fakes, but also simply low-quality products. You should approach your choice responsibly, because the quality of the result depends on it.
Paints and varnishes for artistic painting
Naturally, it is not possible to paint with just air, so a paint kit is simply necessary. They are often purchased as a set of a basic palette. These colors are good for the main background. Shades are often created by mixing several colors, but you can choose from tint palettes if you wish.
Airbrush paint set
Paints are mainly produced on a water basis. This makes them well diluted and washed out of the airbrush. But there are also special varnishes that contain special compounds for better adhesion.
High-quality paint will not clump, flow like water, or, on the contrary, be excessively thick. If the pigment has such characteristics, it cannot be used to avoid damage to the airbrush device.
Stencils
They are simply necessary for creating various effects on nails if there is no time for manual design or lack of drawing skills. Although stencils are often used by craftsmen who deliberately want to give the nail some special design option. Among the stencils you can find disposable paper stickers (or from film) and reusable ones.
Commonly used stencil options:
- “leopard” spots and other animalistic patterns;
- geometric shapes (often used as a basis for subsequent design);
- for French, moon manicure;
- contours of animals, plants, objects, monograms;
- inscriptions, letters, symbols;
- specific drawings (religious themes, subculture, etc.)
In almost all cases of using stencils, the effect of contrast is used. This can manifest itself in shades (light-dark), color scheme.
Ready-made sets
The airbrush apparatus itself is a pistol-like object on which there is a reservoir for liquid pigment, a spray nozzle, and switches. In order for it to start “blowing” paint under pressure, you will have to purchase a special compressor separately. The operation of the airbrush directly depends on its power. Some manufacturers provide an airbrush and a compressor at the same time, so you can find devices that are produced in sets. The “gun” is connected to the compressor using a hose through which air flows.
Standard airbrush kit
In addition to the complete equipment for the device, the all-inclusive set may include:
- paints or varnishes;
- stencils;
- solvents and cleaning fluids;
- set of nozzles, needles, etc.
Depending on the configuration of the kit and the quality of the device itself, the cost of the kit can easily fluctuate several dozen times.
Step-by-step creation of airbrush drawings
Like any other coating, airbrush paint can be applied to natural nails, extended nails, or coated with gel polish. If the design is applied directly to a natural nail, then its surface is prepared in the same way as for coating with gel polish: a hardware or other manicure is done, and the nail is polished. There is no need to prepare artificial coatings in advance; the main thing is to remove the dispersion layer.
Nail ready for airbrush painting
In order to easily remove the remaining paint from the skin around the nail after artistic painting, it is worth applying hand oil in advance to those areas where you need to protect the skin from paint. A rich cream will also work. It is important not to touch the nail plate.
Preparing the skin around the nail for airbrushing
Don’t be afraid of this miracle airbrush machine, but practice more. If you have completed a training course in airbrush techniques, then working with the device will not be difficult. If the theory is mastered independently, numerous training sessions cannot be avoided. It is better to do this on training tips.
Set of tips for training sessions with an airbrush
But in any case, the process of decorating nails with an airbrush is the same:
- Apply the background by spraying the paint at the optimal distance above the nail. The design will be original if you use several shades as a background (although it all depends on the intended nail design);
Painting a nail to create a background - Allow the paint layer to dry under the lamp;
Lamp drying
Place the stencil firmly on the surface of the nail. If it is not used, then the main drawing is applied step by step.
Using a stencil
When using a large number of colors, it is worth using each one on all intended nails in turn, and only then changing the paint in the airbrush for subsequent painting. If necessary, especially small details can be applied with a thin brush;
Creating a drawing
- After each stage of applying the image to the nail, it is better to dry the new layer in a lamp;
- After the necessary drawing and detailing, you can begin to complement the design: decorate your nails with rhinestones or other decorations (using sparkles, for example);
Marigold decoration - After completing the design, the nail is covered with a finishing layer - top and dried.
With a sufficient level of skill, both simple patterns and more sophisticated complex compositions or thematic designs can be created on nails.
Simple airbrush patterns:
Photo examples of complex compositions for painting:
The advantage of airbrushing is the realism of the created picture, as well as a thin layer on the nail.
Airbrush on nails with stencil 2022 photo ideas
The main feature of the stencil airbrush technique is that the image is applied in a contrasting color scheme. A pattern of dark shades is applied to a light background and vice versa, resulting in a creative pattern with a characteristic smooth transition. The technique makes it possible to obtain incredibly realistic prints of varying complexity - from flowers to complex abstract drawings and thematic scenes, distinguished by almost photographic precision of execution.
It is recommended to start with simple geometric lines; later you can move on to more complex patterns; the stencil allows you to apply the same pattern several times. Using airbrushing, you can create an imitation of snake skin; for this, gold and green paint is applied through a stencil on a black background; each nail can be a fragment of the whole picture; together, the result should be a single design.
A sunny manicure will help lift your spirits - golden paint in the shape of sun rays is sprayed on a blue or white background, the shape of which depends on the options presented in the stencil. To create a tiger print you will need orange, black and white paint; the background can be anything. A flower on a green or any other background; the center can be made of sequins, rhinestones or polymer stones of a suitable size and shade.
Manicure design ideas
Real nail design pros don't look at the clock when they paint their nails. Creating original effects does not happen in one hour; usually masterpieces on nails appear over a longer period of time. Even the smallest idea requires careful work with the image to convey the idea. Therefore, this design method is not suitable for manicurists with a large number of clients per day.
The interaction of dark and light shades on one nail creates a more expressive effect and a certain volume. Therefore, combinations of dark and light are the most popular for use in nail design.
Airbrush in dark colors
Marigolds of any length can be transformed beyond recognition if you decorate them in dark shades. They can be used in the same color range, as well as a mix between primary and derivative monochrome tones.
An airbrushed manicure in dark colors will fit perfectly into all areas of the life of a modern fashionista. With an original but modest design, dark tones will complement a business look, an evening out, or simply everyday wear. Various interesting solutions can be used in school manicure, and additional decorations will make it elegant.
Airbrush in light colors
There is nothing softer and more attractive than an airbrushed manicure in light colors. You can decorate your nails in this tone in different ways: everyday manicure, festive, evening, etc. Much depends not only on the color, but also on the intended design style.
Geometric shapes used as the basis for an airbrush design will add rigor and restraint to the manicure, while floristry or animal themes will add romance and femininity. The use of stencils is perfect for young ladies, and the light colors in this manicure will make it almost universal for any occasion.
In addition to airbrush painting, nails are decorated with various decorative elements: glitter, foil, rhinestones, stones, etc. You should not overuse a large number of decorations when airbrushing, as there is a chance of getting a tasteless result.
