Pigment - acrylic powder with a high concentration of coloring matter. You can use the tool not only when performing manicure. Its use is often resorted to to create spectacular makeup.
What is a pigment for nails?
Pigments have the appearance of ground material, which is used to correct the shade when performing manicure based on gel or acrylic. Such substances are highly resistant to external influences; they are held for a long time on the surface of the nail plates, providing a deep, excellent shade.
Even for the implementation of the most complex design ideas, pigment for nails is required in minimal quantities. Therefore, the purchase of such funds is an economical solution.
Material structure
Pigmented
acrylic powder contains the smallest particles of a coloring matter ranging in size from 5 to 180 microns. This structure allows you to achieve a special color density.
Visually, the pigment for nails resembles starch. Particles of the material not only add color, but also provide gloss to the surfaces, they can give nacre. There is also a chameleon pigment for nails that changes color under different lighting conditions.
Features of working with material
Usually pigments are combined with a gel for nail extension. However, often individual shades of
bulk material are combined with each other. Proper combination of colors makes it possible to get quite interesting effects.
Mix pigments using any convenient means at hand. In the process of preparing the material, transparent bubbles often arise in its structure. To eliminate the latter, the gel is left alone for a while. To raise the settled small particles of pigment, before applying to the nails, the material is stirred.
Pigments and acrylic have similar properties. Therefore, they are prepared in separate containers. Using pigment for nails in excessive amounts can reduce the speed of hardening of acrylic. At the same time, the resistance of the coating to external influences will also deteriorate. To avoid trouble during the use of the material, it is worth experimenting with the consistency in advance.
Pigment types
Pigments for nails are distinguished according to the texture. Liquid and dry varieties of material are isolated. The application of the first option contributes to the creation of a uniform coating without pronounced bands and streaks. As for dry pigments, the material is not so practical to use, but it has a low price, which makes it extremely popular.
Pigment for nails: how to use?
Currently using the following approaches to the use of pigments:
- The selected material is placed in a clean, dry container for mixing, where a few drops of nail polish with a transparent structure are added. The components are stirred until a homogeneous substance is formed, which is applied to the surface of the nails in the form of a pattern.
- The right amount of pigment is added directly to the bottle with varnish, and then shaken several times. Thus, the tool for coloring nails is evenly mixed with a powdery substance.
- The varnish is applied to the nails, and before it dries, sprinkle with powder pigment. After the nails have dried, the metallic effect is formed.
Warnings
Masters are absolutely not recommended to purchase pigments from unverified suppliers, in particular, resort to the purchase of uncertified Chinese products. Manufacturers of pigments from the Middle Kingdom most often sin by issuing low-quality raw materials, the composition of which does not meet safety standards. Proven cosmetics always contain packaging with product certification information.
Useful Tips
To get the positive results of
staining nails with pigments, you should use the following tips:
- The pigment should be applied to the surface of the nails as quickly as possible, since the prepared mixture hardens quickly enough.
- When using a powdery material, it is necessary to mix it well with varnish until a homogeneous liquid substance of a uniform shade is obtained.
- The applied yellow pigment or a different shade, it is recommended to additionally treat with fixing agents. This is the only way to obtain a truly stable surface, not prone to chips and scratches.
- To eliminate the flaws that occur during the application of pigment on the surface of the nail plate, it is enough to use a cotton swab or a stick moistened with nail polish remover.
Finally
Pigments are extremely rarely used as an independent coloring matter. Their main purpose is to transform the shade of the modeling material, which opens up the possibility for the implementation of rather unusual color solutions. Unlike dyes, pigments are not soluble in water. However, in combination with manicure gels, dense, saturated shades can be obtained.
In general, combining red, blue, green, yellow pigment, other shades, you can create a truly original, unique work. The competent formation of a color palette using material allows you to create a manicure that allows girls to always remain in the spotlight.