Currently, one of the most relevant and sought-after types of nail design is acrylic modeling. Thanks to this highly non-trivial art, very spectacular compositions can be created. After all, hands are a business card of a woman. And everyone wants to look attractive and compelling. Therefore, today, women choose more and more interesting nail designs to emphasize their individuality.
This design technique is not very simple and requires special training. Be patient, because the first time even the most talented people do not succeed in masterpieces. Someone prefers to enroll in special courses and learn this art, while someone prefers to gain the necessary knowledge on the Internet.
Modeling with acrylic powder - design features
To master the new technology, it is necessary to bear in mind that first you need to create and think over a sketch of the future design, and only then proceed with creating the masterpiece. Moreover, acrylic modeling for beginners is not very simple. Experienced craftsmen are always advised to first draw a pattern on paper or on tips, and only then proceed with its implementation in the hands of a customer. Particular attention should be paid to details, they must be done very carefully, have a clear, perfect contour.
Performance technique
To create three-dimensional figures on nails, acrylic powder and liquid are used. To work, you need a special brush, with which a pattern is applied to the nails. The process of applying the design actually resembles modeling, the finished elements dry out within a minute and a half and resemble the elements of sculpture.
To make the acrylic molding look more elegant, you first need to grow your nails or grow your own and coat them to strengthen with gel polish. In the process of creating the design, the main load falls on the free edge of the nail, so it must be strengthened so that the nail plate does not crack.
Necessary materials and tools
To make a manicure with modeling, you will need:
- Acrylic powder in different colors.
- Liquid. It is a special self-hardening fluid. It is better to use formulations based on ethyl methacrylate. Unlike methyl methacrylate, it is not so harmful to health and does not cause allergic reactions.
- Brushes for modeling. You should buy a round brush with a sharp tip and a thin small brush, which will be convenient for drawing small elements.
- Decor (beads, broths, rhinestones, sparkles, etc.).
To make a perfect manicure that will please its owner for at least two weeks, you should use only high-quality materials from trusted companies.
How to choose acrylic powder
When choosing, you should consider some points:
- High-quality acrylic powder does not spread and does not crystallize. The material is placed in a dense layer on the nail platinum, easily amenable to correction and further processing.
- Due to the porous structure of the substance, the natural nail plate receives enough oxygen and “breathes”. This largely determines the duration of the wear of the coating and its durability. A manicure made with low-quality materials can harm the nail plate. In addition, such a coating will be prone to detachment, and its useful life will be much shorter.
- Acrylic powder is white or transparent, but due to the use of dyes it is painted in a variety of colors.
- When choosing materials for creating a design, it is best to use liquid and acrylic powder from one manufacturer.
Acrylic nail sculpting: step by step
- Pour the required amount of acrylic into a prepared container.
- Artistic design can be done directly on the nail plate or on the tips. Pre-prepare the nail plate, carry out the extension if necessary, or cover the nail with a layer of gel polish.
- First, the brush is dipped in liquid, then in a powder of a certain shade. After that, twist the brush a little to get the ball. The size of the ball will depend on how deep you immerse the brush.
- Now the resulting ball is placed on the plate in the place where the acrylic molding will be formed. Give the ball the desired shape. To continue working with the fragment, dip the brush into the composition again and continue working. To create perforation when working with a brush, slightly press on the lump to work through each contour.
Acrylic Powder Tips
All elements are formed separately of each other using powder of different colors. First we advise you to make large elements, and then move on to small ones to control the creation of the design and the overall composition.
Depending on your idea, the composition of acrylic can be located on the edge of the nail, in the center of the nail plate or on the top layer. However, do not place the picture near the cuticle. In this place, the composition will not last long. According to the author’s intention, you can add rhinestones, sparkles, broths and other decorative elements to the composition.
An important condition for the high quality of manicure is the correct location of the composition on the nail. The main elements should not be randomly scattered, since such a manicure will look ridiculous and devoid of style.
When is nail art appropriate?
The design with acrylic molding (photos show this) is not very convenient for everyday wear and has some drawbacks. If you constantly work with your hands, then such a manicure will be uncomfortable, since it has convex elements. With constant contact with chemicals and water, it loses resistance. Also, acrylic sculpting elements cling to clothes and fabrics. Choosing a similar design, you should follow a few rules, otherwise it can suffer and cause a lot of inconvenience. Such a manicure is most often done for weddings or before important events, for anniversaries and social events.
Moreover, it should be noted that each event has its own, special design. Brides more often choose a touching tender pattern with flowers, hearts and butterflies. Business women often choose compositions with animals, reptiles and bright colors and complement them with various decor. Such a manicure not only raises the mood, but also adds self-confidence. At events, you can choose a manicure in the color of a dress or handbag.
But, preparing for an important event, even if you know how to perform acrylic modeling step by step, be sure to practice. If you do not have enough experience yet, seek the help of professionals so as not to be disappointed with the result. You can hone your own skills later.