7 Different Types of Manicures To Try
More than ever, hands and nails are now a significant beauty focus. Enter the ever-essential manicure: It not only keeps your nails looking great and healthy, but it also allows you to express your individuality and creativity. Manicures allow you to test out current nail art and color trends temporarily.
Your mood, lifestyle, finances, the latest trends, maintenance requirements, available time, and desired duration of the manicure are just a few of the many factors that go into selecting the best manicure for you.
Here is a guide to the various kinds of manicures
offered by Shilena Nails Spa to assist you in choosing the best mani style for you.
Basic manicure
The main goals of a fundamental manicure are to clean and shape your nails. Your nails will likely be filed, shaped, and polished by a manicure technician. Your cuticles will also be shaved and pushed back by them. They will then knead your hands lightly. These procedures are used to prepare your cuticles before adding color in the majority of manicures.
Standard and natural hand manicures are other names for basic manicures. If you don’t want polish, you can skip the stage where a simple manicure is typically finished with some nail polish. If you enjoy changing colors frequently and need a quick touch-up, this style of manicure is a fantastic option.
Paraffin manicure
The paraffin manicure focuses less on nail styling and more on hydrating dry hands. First, your nail stylist will melt the paraffin wax and massage your hands with the oils while the wax heats. You can also exfoliate your hands to get rid of dead skin cells.
When the wax is cool enough to touch, they will dip their hands in it or brush their hands with it. You will have several layers of hot wax on your hands. Next, your nail stylist will cover your hands with plastic gloves and a warm towel. Wait up to 30 minutes for the wax to set.
Once the wax has cooled, the stylist removes the wax revealing silky soft hands. The rest of the manicure proceeds as usual.
Dry nails are necessary so that the varnish adheres to the nails as well as possible. When applying color to your nails, use a dehydrator to remove excess oil and moisture from your nails. Some nail technicians may add color before proceeding with the paraffin part of the manicure.
Gel manicure
Since gel manicures are long-lasting and easier to remove than other long-lasting techniques, they are a popular option. They also don’t need a lot of maintenance. Your nail technician will prepare your nails, apply several coats of gel paint, and cure it with a UV lamp to set the color.
To avoid oils and creams, we advise having a dry manicure with gel polish. These products make it difficult for the polish to remain on your nail during wet manicures.
Two varieties of gel manicures are available:
- Long-lasting manicure polish that doesn’t do much to prevent breakage is called soft gel. Unlike flexible gel, it is simpler to take off.
- Hard gel is applied to your nails to preserve them and give them shapes. In comparison to flexible gel, hard gel lasts longer.
Shellac manicure
If you like the shine and longevity of hard gel manicures but don’t like filing the gel off your nails, this type of manicure is a wonderful option. A UV lamp is used to cure the gel polish known as Shellac.
Acrylics Nail
Acrylic nails are a popular method for impressive long nails. To achieve this effect, your nail artist mixes liquid monomer and polymer powder into a paste. You apply it to the nail, then buff and clean the paste to shape it into the desired shape.
For added length, your nail stylist will add artificial tips to your nails and apply acrylic polish. Acrylic nails are tough but more likely to chip because they are not flexible. You can try some DIY tricks to fix broken nails when you chip your nail and don’t have time to rush to the barber.
Press-on nails
Choose press-on if you dislike drawn-out registration procedures. They appear in a variety of sizes, hues, and patterns. A custom design is even available to purchase. Press-on is simple to locate, personalize, and use independently.
Dip powder manicure
Dip powder manicures and tint the nails with a powder. To help the powder adhere to your manicure, your nail technician will first prepare your nails and apply a primer. Your manicure technician will either dip your fingertip into a pot of powder or pour the powder onto your nails after adding a base coat.
They will then add a top coat. Depending on the color, they might repeat this procedure several times. There is no need for a drying period or heat light, unlike other manicures.
Don’t neglect to attempt these different manicures at your next nail appointment.
It’s a great opportunity to experiment with your nails during the manicure season! So feel free to use any of the nail art designs we’ve shared in this article to liven up your manicure.
Are your cuticles ready for a makeover? Shilena Nails Salon is now accepting appointments for manicures.
Call for booking an appointment: 250-784-4080