Glossy manicure is already quite boring for modern women, the more, the pronounced brilliance is not in the trend now. Therefore, many are looking for simple techniques how to make matte nails. They look much more interesting and elegant, more refined and richer, especially in bright and dark colors. In addition, the matte manicure looks better as a simple design, and sophisticated nail art.
How to make matte nails on your own at home?
With conventional varnishes, the desired effect can be achieved by 4 methods.
The simplest option, how to make matte nails at home, is to purchase a finished varnish without a glossy luster. They cost a little more than usual, but they make the procedure much easier.
The second simple way is to buy a matte finish coat. A special transparent compound will remove the glossy gloss from any standard lacquer.
Also there is a technique how to make matte nails with the help of water vapor. First you need to boil water in a pot or kettle - make a steam bath. Then the staining of the nail plates is carried out step-by-step. After applying the varnish for 1-2 fingers, immediately, without waiting for drying, bring them to the bath and hold about a minute above the steam at a distance of 15-20 cm. Similarly, the remaining nails are matted.
The last, the fourth, technology involves the addition of lacquer starch. It is important to quickly make up the plates, because the mixture immediately becomes thicker.
How to make matte nails for manicure gel-varnish?
In this case, too, there are several methods for getting rid of glossy shine:
- Use ready-made matte shellac.
- Pour acrylic powder with the effect of velvet sand on the wet finish coat, and then dry it in a lamp.
- Apply a matte top, as for conventional varnishes.
- Grind the top layer of gel-varnish with a buff 180-220 grit. When using this method, it is better to cover the nails with 2 layers of shellac.
- Apply to the top special matte dust.