American manicure: history, technology, features and interesting ideas

Manicure is one of the important components of female beauty. Many pay attention to the well-being of nails, determining for themselves how much the girl watches herself. There is a large selection of species, as well as a technician of its execution. However, a manicure is not only the covering of nails with lacquer, but also the care of hands and nails in particular.

History of manicure

Previously, nails were painted with henna, and this tradition came from Babylon. The instruments used to care for the nails were smelted from gold. What is remarkable - did it equally both men and women. In countries of ancient Egypt and the East, manicure has been done since ancient times. But this tradition reached Europe only in the XIX century.

The very term "manicure", like its more modern understanding, originated in France. And if initially the given term referred to the care of hands and cuticle, then later a tradition appeared to cover the nails with colored paint. At that time, for this purpose, a special paste was created, which was rubbed into the nails, and then polished with their nail file.

In 1932, the first lacquer was produced. It was red (probably, that's why the lacquer of this tone is considered a classic of the genre).

A little later they began to produce various fixers and coatings. And the first brushes for applying such varnishes were made from natural wool covered with wax.

Innovative technologies in the world of cosmetology do not stand still. Therefore, now a large number of various means for the care of hands and nails have been invented, and also that the need for care of the nail plate is reduced to a minimum. Now almost every woman can afford to cover her nails once a month, and they will be beautiful and well-groomed for a very long time.

Types of manicure

Now many ladies prefer to trust the care of their pens professionals who have been trained in various techniques of performing manicure. Such specialists are very common in our time. They offer a wide range of services. Three main typologies of manicure are used, which have many species and subspecies:

• By purpose;
• By the method of cuticle treatment;
• By the type of application of varnish.

It is worth talking about each typology in more detail.

For the intended purpose there is a manicure:

• Casual . Assumes selection of a variety of techniques for coating, performance and color.
• Business . Often, the nail plate is rounded, while it should not be too long (no more than 3-4 mm). Colors are chosen neutral. Also it can be a French manicure without variegated supplements.
• Evening . Its main aspect is harmony with the image. It assumes bright colors and extravagance.
• Wedding . The shades of beige, white, and dairy are used. Often, several nails (and sometimes all) decorate with rhinestones.

By the way the cuticle is treated, the manicure happens:

1. Trimming . The most common kind. Edged it is called for the fact that the cuticle is removed (cut) by special forceps, previously softening. However, there is a high probability of injury to the finger when performing such a manicure (this is not insured even by very experienced craftsmen).
2. Unedged . On the cuticle, oils with fruit acids are applied. This slows down the growth of the cuticle and softens it. She moves away with a stick from the orange tree to the base of the nail.
3. Hardware . A special device is used to remove the cuticle and grind the nail.
4. Hot . Very useful for those who have fragile nails. Since this kind of strengthens the nail plate. To do this, heat the water to a certain temperature. Then nutritional lotion is added to it, then the nails are dropped into the bath with water.

Methods of application

According to the type of application of varnish, the manicure is as follows:

• French (or French). One of the most common types of application. It is considered classical at the present time. The nail plate is applied with natural varnish, and on the edge of the nail - white.
• American manicure. Bright varnish on the nails of an oval shape.
• Spanish . Use a matte or white lacquer.

Design options - nail art

There are many designs:

1. Universal . It is suitable for any occasion, so it has discreet colors and a simple drawing.
2. Classic . Suitable for serious activities, work or study. If you look at the intended purpose, then this is an analogue of the business one.
3. Avant - garde - suitable for recreation and parties. Suitable for young girls. However, this does not mean that it must necessarily be catchy or bright. Such a manicure can be very different, even tender, it all depends on its design.

American Nail Art

Quite popular now kind of manicure. It has several characteristic features, some of which must be fulfilled necessarily, in order for a manicure to be considered American. Now we will consider them.

The oval shape of the nail plate is a prerequisite for this type of manicure. In this case, the nails should be long. Bright colors are welcome. The color of the varnish must match the shade of the lipstick - this rule was previously mandatory. At the present time, it is no longer such. However, if you take into account this aspect, the image will be more effective.

American manicure: history

Its history dates back to the mid-20th century. It was then that the idea of an absolute correspondence of the colors of lipstick and lacquer on nails appeared. Previously, bright colors were allowed only to people of high society. However, after some time, succulent, sometimes poisonous shades began to choose confident women. Because of this, this manicure has gained immense popularity in the modern world.

This stereotype existed for quite a long period. Recently, nail plates have become fashionable to paint in different colors, and the color of lipstick is selected mostly for the color of varnish on the legs.

American manicure: technology execution

Initially, the hands and nails are cleaned and treated with an antiseptic. Plates should be degreased in order to keep the varnish longer.

After the nail is given an oval shape - this is very important. However, it should be noted that it must remain long.

Cuticle treatment is the next step. You can use any of the techniques. It is also possible to completely remove the cuticle. After the nourishing cream is applied to the nails. And the last stage is the application of lacquer. The main thing is to apply no more than 4 layers. And you need to consider the basis, and fixer, and decorative varnish.

"American flag"

Manicure "American flag" looks pretty enough . Such nail art should not be abused. It is better to put a similar pattern on the middle or ring finger, or both. The variety of this kind of nail art depends entirely on the performer's imagination.

Varieties

What can be an American manicure? Designs of this manicure are usually limited only by imagination. However, they still lend themselves to some sort of classification. Let's consider it:

1. Avant-garde . A variety of combinations of colors and shades are used. Nails are decorated with catchy drawings. "American flag" is one of the varieties of this design.
2. Two-color . He speaks for himself, and one of the colors covers most of the nail plate.
3. Striped cover. This design visually lengthens the nails. Strips are applied along the nail with a varnish of a different color.
4. Striped design. Unlike the previous type, more than two varnish colors are used. The strips can be applied in any direction.
5. "Beverly Hills" is, in fact, an American jacket. The manicure resembles the French design, so more natural tones are used. However, if the French suggests a white tip of the nail, then the American style manicure allows absolutely any color - even the most extravagant.

In 2017, the fashion returned to all shades of white and red. American manicure allows you to combine these colors very successfully. Also, matte lacquer for a long time does not lose its relevance. In addition, an outrageous manicure is now a trend in the stars, and, as you know, they are the ones who set a certain style. Hence, it is worth looking at the marigolds of popular persons.

Also now, a very large popularity was gained by gradient and ombre-manicure, combining a variety of colors and from this seemingly unusual.

A new trend in technology has become a water manicure, which will not leave indifferent lovers of all the extraordinary. Suitable for any designs and occasions, it all depends on the selected colors and the type of pattern.

Another stylish novelty - metal manicure and "broken glass". The names speak for themselves, but some girls are still afraid to choose this species because of its eccentricity. Although it suits, of course, more young people. As an everyday, such nail art is inappropriate, but for a party - just right.

A small conclusion

American manicure on nails allows you to combine all possible, and sometimes even impossible, colors, shades, styles. It can look as very neat or catchy and flashy. And this means that the American manicure will suit every girl and for any occasion.